Legal-APAC - Legal Counsel

Responsibilities: 

Reporting to the Associate General Counsel, APAC. The main responsibilities for this role include:

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a variety of contracts relating to securities and derivatives brokerage, technology, clearing, custody and other related agreements.
• Review and negotiation of corporate and commercial agreements.
• Advising on financial services regulation, disputes, data protection regulation.
• Providing legal support in relation to the onboarding and implementation of major client projects.
• Providing quality, commercially astute and timely legal advice in an efficient and pro-active manner.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Lawyer qualified to practice in a common law jurisdiction; HK qualification would be an advantage
• 3-7+ years PQE in a common law jurisdiction; candidates with less PQE but have substantial financial services or contract negotiation experience pre-qualification will also be considered.
• Familiarity with regulatory processes, rules and codes in one or more of Australia, Hong Kong, or Singapore.
• Proven experience and track record at a law firm, financial services regulatory agency, exchange or licensed financial services firm.
• A practical problem-solver who is able to articulate legal risks clearly and concisely with outstanding drafting and negotiation skills.
• A “can do” attitude with a willingness to learn with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Fluency in written and spoken English; Cantonese and Mandarin language skills (written and verbal) would be an advantage.
• Strong relationship-building skills.
• Comfort with computers and technology, and understanding of how technology is applied to business and regulatory problems.

Company Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Salary, annual performance-based bonus and stock grant
• Excellent health and welfare benefits including medical, dental, specialist and in-patient  
• Competitive package of Annual Leave
• Daily lunch ordered in house with fully stocked kitchen
• Great work life balance
• Unique opportunity to gain exposure to global financial products, markets and clientele
• Opportunities for career progression and job scope expansion in a global company with growing local presence
• Hybrid work arrangement role permitting