Your new company

We have been mandated by a foreign-headquartered services firm on a Counsel opening in its Hong Kong office. As a key member of the legal team, you will partner with stakeholders across multiple international offices, supporting a broad range of commercial, regulatory, and compliance matters.

Your new role

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements with clients, vendors, and business partners.
• Develop and maintain internal policies, governance frameworks, and compliance processes.
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to manage legal, regulatory, and operational risks.
• Advise on a broad range of legal matters, including technology, data privacy, intellectual property, employment, sanctions, and tax-related issues.
• Manage disputes, complaints, and contentious matters arising from client engagements.

What you'll need to succeed

• Hong Kong or Common Law qualified lawyer with approximately 1-3 years' PQE gained from a reputable law firm or in-house legal team.
• Candidates currently in private practice are welcome to apply.
• Strong English and business-level Chinese language skills, including Cantonese and Mandarin.
• Ability to work independently and act as a trusted legal advisor and subject matter expert to the business.

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 legal and company secretarial space, contact Morris Chan at Hays at +852 2230 7447 or email your CV to morris.chan@hays.com.hk