Assistant Vice President, Legal

Shanghai Commercial Bank Ltd; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Shanghai Commercial Bank Ltd in Hong Kong is seeking an experienced in-house counsel to provide practical legal advice on banking operations, draft and review agreements, and support cross-functional projects. The role requires 5–7 years PQE, strong knowledge of banking laws and litigation, and fluency in English and Chinese.

You will liaise with internal teams and external parties and monitor risks affecting the business.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer in Hong Kong with 5–7 years PQE.
• In-house counsel experience in banking/financial services is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of banking laws and litigation.
• Proficient in written and spoken English and Chinese.

Responsibilities

• Provide sound, timely and practical legal advice on the bank's business operations.
• Draft and review a wide range of legal documents, templates and commercial agreements.
• Identify potential legal risks and support projects and meetings.
• Coordinate with internal units and external parties on legal matters.

Skills

In-house counsel

Banking law knowledge

English & Chinese

Communication skills

Education

Qualified lawyer in Hong Kong

Tools

Legal research tools

Job description

Provide sound, timely and practical legal advice on the business operations of the bank

Draft and review a wide range of legal documents, standard templates and commercial agreements

Participate in projects and meetings to provide legal support and identify potential legal risks

Liaise and coordinate with internal business units and external parties on legal matters

Evaluate and monitor litigation cases of the bank

Review and update internal policies, guidelines and operational manuals of the bank to ensure alignment with best practices

Keep abreast of changes of legislation and case law, assessing their operational and business impacts on the bank

Prepare regular reports for key risk committees and senior management

Conduct legal research

Supervise the work of subordinates

Requirements:

Qualified lawyer in Hong Kong with at least 5-7 years of PQE

Proven experience as an in-house counsel within the banking or financial services industry is highly advantageous

Soundknowledge of banking laws andlitigation

Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Self-motivated, independent, responsible and detail-oriented with excellent problem solving, analytical and writing skills

We offer competitive remuneration commensurate with candidate’s background. If you look for a friendly and harmonious working environment with steady career progression, here is the right opportunity for you.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Applicants who are not contacted within8 weeksmay consider their application unsuccessful. Applications may be retained for24 monthsfor consideration of other suitable openings.

All personal data collected will be used for recruitment related purposes strictly in accordance with the Bank's personal data policies, a copy of which will be provided upon request by contacting our Personal Data Compliance Officer.

Incorporated in November 1950, Shanghai Commercial Bank Ltd. is one of the most well known local Chinese banks in Hong Kong. At present, there are more than 40 local and overseas branches. The Bank has always been pursuing the motto of its founder, Mr. Kwang-pu Chen, to 'Serve the Community'. The Bank's slogan of 'For Personalized Service' and 'All in a Family' denotes the Bank's devotion to providing personalized services to its clients and promoting a harmonious relationship among its staff members.

Incorporated in November 1950, Shanghai Commercial Bank Ltd. is one of the most well known local Chinese banks in Hong Kong. At present, there are more than 40 local and overseas branches. The Bank has always been pursuing the motto of its founder, Mr. Kwang-pu Chen, to 'Serve the Community'. The Bank's slogan of 'For Personalized Service' and 'All in a Family' denotes the Bank's devotion to providing personalized services to its clients and promoting a harmonious relationship among its staff members.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Hong Kong?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?