In-House Construction Counsel & Manager

Michael Page; Hong Kong; Sur place; HKD 900 000 - 1 400 000; Plein temps

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In-house opportunity

Résumé du poste

Michael Page is representing a leading construction and engineering company in Hong Kong that seeks a commercially minded Legal Counsel / Legal Manager to support across project lifecycles. The role focuses on drafting and negotiating construction agreements, providing pragmatic advice, and handling disputes with a strong emphasis on risk allocation and contract interpretation.

Ideal candidates have 5-8+ PQE, a law degree, and fluency in English and Chinese.

Qualifications

• 5-8+ PQE qualified lawyer
• Degree in Law or related discipline
• Strong construction/infrastructure experience
• Fluent in English and Chinese

Responsabilités

• Draft, review, negotiate and advise on a broad range of construction-related agreements.
• Provide legal support throughout the project lifecycle from tender to completion.
• Advise on contract interpretation, entitlements, risk allocation, variations, EOT and liquidated damages.
• Manage construction disputes, adjudications, arbitrations, mediations and court proceedings.
• Coordinate with external counsel, experts and consultants on dispute resolution.
• Support governance, regulatory compliance and internal policies.

Description du poste

Michael Page is representing a leading construction and engineering company in Hong Kong that seeks a commercially minded Legal Counsel / Legal Manager to support across project lifecycles. The role focuses on drafting and negotiating construction agreements, providing pragmatic advice, and handling disputes with a strong emphasis on risk allocation and contract interpretation.

Ideal candidates have 5-8+ PQE, a law degree, and fluency in English and Chinese.