Hong Kong
Your new company An established international banking group with a strong Asia-Pacific presence is seeking to appoint a Legal Counsel to join its Hong Kong legal team. This role supports a broad range of banking and financial services activities, with a particular focus on cross-border matters and regional business initiatives. The position offers exposure to senior stakeholders, a stable platform, and the opportunity to work closely with the business in a highly commercial environment.
Your new role - Provide legal advice and support across a range of banking products and services, including corporate banking, trade finance, lending, and treasury-related activities
- Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial and financial agreements
- Advise on regulatory and compliance-related matters relevant to Hong Kong and regional banking operations
- Support cross-border transactions and liaise with external counsel as required
- Work closely with internal stakeholders across business, risk, and compliance functions
- Assist with internal policies, governance matters, and ongoing legal risk management
What you'll need to succeed - Qualified lawyer with 5 to 10 years' PQE (flexible depending on experience)
- Prior experience gained within a bank, financial institution, or reputable law firm
- Strong familiarity with banking, finance, or financial services-related legal work
- Able to operate confidently in a front-office-facing, business-partnering role
- Practical, solutions-driven mindset with strong stakeholder management skills
- Fluency in English is essential; Chinese / Mandarin skills are advantageous.
What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' or for further information and a confidential discussion on this role or to find out about more opportunities in the in-house legal space, please contact Adrian Lam at Hays on +852 2230 7432 or email adrian.lam@hays.com.hk.