Legal Consultant - Technology Law

Axiom; Hong Kong; Hybrid; HKD 1,400,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

CPF/MPF contributions

Remote/onsite/hybrid

Job summary

Axiom is seeking a Legal Consultant specializing in Technology law to support global clients on IT/digital and data projects, including technology contracts and cybersecurity. You will handle data privacy matters under HK and Mainland China laws and assist with commercial and IP work, collaborating with senior stakeholders and potentially HR matters as needed.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years PQE with 3+ years in technology law, are comfortable engaging with senior management, and can work

Qualifications

• At least 7 years’ PQE with at least 3 years in technology law.
• Comfortable dealing with senior management, autonomous work, and mentoring others.
• Fluency in English; Chinese language skills are a bonus.
• Employment law experience is a bonus but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support on IT/digital and data projects, including technology contracts and cybersecurity.
• Handle data privacy matters under Hong Kong and Mainland China laws.
• Assist with commercial and IP work and collaborate with senior stakeholders.
• Potentially support HR/employment related matters when necessary.

Skills

Technology law

Data privacy

Contract negotiation

Commercial/IP work

Job description

Currently, we are seeking Legal Consultant - Technology law to provide support to our global clients in commerce & industries:

Responsibilities:

• Provide legal support on IT/digital and data projects, including IT system/software acquisitions, implementation, cybersecurity and data compliance, and negotiate related technology contracts.
• Handle data privacy matters under Hong Kong and Mainland China laws
• Assist with commercial and IP work when necessary, including general commercial contracts, working closely with senior business stakeholders
• Potentially support on HR / employment related matters when necessary

Key Requirements

• At least 7 years’ PQE, with at least 3 years experience in technology law
• Comfortable dealing directly with senior management, working autonomously and provide guidance to team members at times
• Strong fluency in English, Chinese language skills is a bonus
• Employment law-related experience is a bonus, but not essential

Why Join Axiom

Compensation, Benefits & Working Location:

This role offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package in the alternative legal services marketplace, that includes health benefits, CPF/MPF contributions and more. Axiomites also get access to professional development resources and learning and development programs. Axiom provides the opportunity to work remotely, onsite or hybrid, depending on client requirements.

Axiom is the global leader in high-calibre, on-demand legal talent. Covering North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC, we enable legal departments to drive efficiency and growth and meet the demands of today’s business landscape with best in breed alterative legal services.

Axiom is a leader in diversity, inclusion, and social engagement. Diversity is core to our values and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.We are proud to be named a best place to work for LGBTQ+ Equality, earning top marks in the 2021 Corporate Equality Index for the second consecutive year. Axiom’s legal department is Mansfield certified and is committed to considering at least 50% diverse candidates for leadership roles and outside counsel representation.

Learn more about life at Axiom

World-class clients

our global presence provides direct access to opportunities with leading companies, including F100 organizations, allowing you to roadmap your career with exciting and challenging work.

Flexibility

we work with you to achieve the highest level of flexibility – in the way that you define it. Whether you prefer remote work, a greater breadth of exposure, or even more personal time – we present you with opportunities that help you reach these goals.

A dedicated talent team

we put in the effort to make sure your experience is nothing short of exceptional. You will be assigned a dedicated talent partner that oversees your journey with us from when you join Axiom, to starting your first engagement, and all future engagements!

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Axiom ensures equal employment opportunity in recruitment and employment, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religious creed or belief, political opinion, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital (or civil or other partnership recognized by law) status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Axiom prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment.

We understand that many legal professionals have chosen to adopt the consultancy model, and we are happy to discuss this option with you. We offer both consultants and employees the opportunity to work with our enviable client roster. Contact us in complete confidence to find out more about opportunities to work with Axiom as an employee or consultant.

Accommodation for Individuals with Disabilities

Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Axiom will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who require an accommodation to participate in each stage of the recruitment process. To request an accommodation to complete the application form, please contact us [e-mail] include “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line.

Axiom respects your privacy. For an explanation of the kind of information we collect about you and how it is used, our full privacy notice is available here. Employment with Axiom may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check, providing proof of identity, and possessing the necessary legal authorization to work. By submitting an application, you acknowledge that all information contained therein, and provided at any part of the application process, is correct and accurate to the best of your knowledge.