Asia Making Links University Programme – Hong Kong

Linklaters; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

2 weeks salary sponsorship

Office activities

English development

Job summary

Linklaters invites applications for the Making Links Asia University Programme in Hong Kong. The scheme targets first-year law students from underrepresented backgrounds who aim to pursue commercial law and maintain strong academic records.

The programme features regional webinars, one-on-one coaching, and a paid work experience in the closest local office, with a two-week salary sponsorship at the start. Applications close 31 October 2026.

Qualifications

• First-year law students from underrepresented backgrounds, committed to commercial law, with consistent academic performance.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a series of interactive webinars and online learning organized regionally (January–June).
• Engage in one-on-one coaching sessions.
• Complete a paid work experience programme in the closest local office.
• Receive an additional sponsorship of two weeks' salary at the start of the work experience programme.
• Attend local office activities and develop confidence using English in a professional setting.

Education

First year law student

Job description

About us

People want a law firm they can trust, one with global capabilities that has a commitment to investing in excellent client service and empowers its teams to deliver innovative solutions. We want to stand out for our distinctive Linklaters mindset, so that our clients want to work with us above all others. To do this, we recruit and develop exceptional people and encourage them to think and do things differently. We serve our clients as a team, with a common focus on innovation, efficiency and agility.

Making Links Asia University Programme

The Making Links Asia University Programme is designed to help talented university students with underrepresented backgrounds succeed in their early legal careers by developing technical and professional skills whilst building up strong commercial fluency and a global outlook.

The programme will be offered in our network offices in Abu Dhabi, Bangkok, Beijing, Dubai, Hong Kong, Jakarta, Riyadh, Seoul, Shanghai, Singapore and Tokyo, and its content will be delivered in English.

• a series of interactive webinars and online learning organised on a regional basis (from January to June)
• one-on-one coaching sessions
• a paid work experience programme in the closest local office
• an additional sponsorship of two-weeks' salary which will be paid at the beginning of the work experience programme
• invitations to local office activities throughout the programme
• a strong focus on developing confidence using English (written and oral) in a professional setting

Who is eligible?

We are looking for first year law students who identify as coming from a low-income and/or underrepresented background, are committed to pursuing a career in commercial law, and demonstrate consistent academic performance.

Application Deadline

31 October 2026

Technical Skills

This list of duties and responsibilities above is not exhaustive. It is intended to describe the general content of, and requirements for, the performance of this job. As such, the role may also include the undertaking of additional tasks as required. This is the place where talent meets opportunity and where passion meets purpose. At Linklaters, the work we do means carving a path through unexplored territory, working on complex legal matters, across jurisdictions and borders and providing outstanding service and confidence to our clients. Having the vision to see things differently and the determination to deliver excellence, every time. That's what makes us who we are. You can see your true potential connecting with dynamic colleagues all over the world, united by purpose and shared values and working together as one inclusive, collaborative team. With second to none training and support, this is the place where you meet your future. This is Linklaters.

Pre-engagement screening checks

In the event that we make an offer to you, and where local legislation permits, we will conduct pre-engagement screening checks that may include but are not limited to your professional and academic qualifications, your eligibility to work in the relevant jurisdiction, any criminal records, your financial stability and references from previous employers. Your offer will be subject to the successful completion of these checks which will be initiated following your consent.

Equal Opportunity / Diversity

We know that diversity makes us a better law firm and helps us attract the best talent, drive innovation with diversity of thought, and deliver the best experience to everyone who comes into contact with us. We recruit on the basis of merit, irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity, race or ethnicity, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Selection decisions, and the reasons for those decisions, are recorded at each stage of the selection process. Selection criteria and, where appropriate, technical skills tests are in place to measure an individual’s ability for the safe and effective performance of a job. Those involved in recruitment and selection decisions and processes are also provided with guidance on diversity issues. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the selection process, please talk to a member of the recruitment team so that any required adjustments can be made in advance. Specific experience requirements advertised on a role do not intend to preclude applications from candidates who may have more or less experience. Our intention is only to indicate a guideline as to the necessary skills for the role as described.