Legal counsel - International firm

A leading global professional services organisation seeks a Legal Counsel in Hong Kong to provide strategic legal support across international operations and drive business success.

Key responsibilities:

• You will have a broad range of work (all being done at a global scale with multi jurisdictional challenges), ranging from:

  • Negotiating contracts with clients and vendors;
  • Working closely with the client services team and our clients’ legal and compliance teams to ensure clients access knowledge safely;
  • Drafting and implementing internal policies and procedures to appropriately manage risk;
  • Developing and delivering legal and compliance training to the business;
  • Dealing with evolving areas of law including intellectual property, data privacy, technology, sanctions and regulatory compliance, employment and taxation.

  As a Legal Counsel you will work closely with the legal and compliance team, as well as the senior leadership of the business globally. You will be required to navigate complex and novel legal issues in a fast paced and rapidly scaling business, and grow and develop in a high-growth commercial environment. The company will provide you with autonomy and independence in your day-to-day work and give you the opportunity to self-start, drive change, manage and lead. You will be encouraged and empowered to take initiative and have hands-on ownership of projects. This is an ideal role for someone who is keen to have direct access and exposure to the commercial and organizational workings of a dynamic and innovative global business.

Candidate profile:

• Qualified lawyer (English or Hong Kong) with a BA/BS/LLB or equivalent law degree, plus at least 1 year's experience in a top-tier law firm or in-house legal team
• Proven experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, providing strategic legal advice, and managing both transactional and non-transactional legal matters
• Exposure to fast-paced, international, multi-jurisdictional environments, collaborating with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams while managing competing priorities and tight deadlines
• Strong commercial judgement, resilience, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently, influence stakeholders, and build trusted relationships through emotional intelligence
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, with fluency in English and Mandarin and a track record of delivering practical, business-focused legal solutions

About this company:

This organisation is a globally established professional services business delivering trusted solutions across international markets with a strong focus on innovation and excellence. It offers a collaborative, inclusive environment where you can work on cross-border matters, take ownership of meaningful projects, and grow through continuous learning and development.

Keywords: Legal Counsel, Commercial Contracts, Corporate Law, Regulatory Compliance, Cross-Border Legal Support

What’s next:

Shape the future of global legal strategy in a role where your expertise drives business success. Apply now!