Legal Counsel

Classy Wheeler Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A sizable supply chain company is urgently seeking a Legal Counsel to join their expanding team in Hong Kong. The successful candidate will report to the General Counsel and provide legal advice across various business units. Responsibilities include advising on litigation matters, preparing commercial contracts, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in both litigation and commercial law, be fluent in English and Chinese, and possess strong negotiation and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Registered lawyer in Hong Kong with 5 years’ post qualification experience.
• Experience in both litigation and commercial fields.
• Proficient in written and spoken English and Chinese.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and support to different business units.
• Advise on litigation matters and commercial contracts.
• Assist in compliance matters including training programs.

Skills

Good interpersonal skills

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor in LLB or above

Job description

Our client is a sizable supply chain company in Asia, she is urgently looking for a Legal Counsel to join their expanding team.

Job Description

• Report to General Counsel
• Provide legal advice and support to different business units of the group in general
• Advise on litigation matters
• Prepare, review and advise on different type of commercial contracts
• Take part in compliance matters including assist in formulating and implementing internal policies and regulations
• Assist in conducting training programs for compliance of the relevant laws and regulations
• Liaise and work with external legal advisors or consultants on a needed basis

Job Requirements

• Registered lawyer in Hong Kong with5 years’ post qualification experience, preferably with solid working experience in both litigation and commercial fields, and with some exposure to in-house teams
• Bachelor in LLB or above
• Confident to deal with different parties at all levels and are able to meet tight timeline and navigate through challenges and dilemmas
• Good interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
• Proficient in written and spoken English and Chinese
• Strong work ethic, able to work in focused manner and within tight timelines.