Litigation Associate 2-4 PQE

Randstad Hong Kong; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Hong Kong is seeking a qualified solicitor with 2-4 years PQE in dispute resolution to advise on complex commercial litigation and arbitration for local and international clients. The role covers construction-related disputes, court proceedings, mediation, and international arbitration, with opportunities to draft pleadings and engage directly with cross-border parties.

Ideal candidates possess strong drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills, fluent English, Cantonese, and Mandarin,

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor in Hong Kong with 2-4 years PQE in dispute resolution.
• Demonstrated experience handling commercial litigation, with exposure to construction disputes preferred.
• Strong legal drafting, analytical, and negotiation capabilities.
• Excellent written and spoken English, fluent Cantonese and Mandarin for regional clientele and documentation.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to work effectively within a high-performing team.

Responsibilities

• Advise local and international clients on a broad spectrum of complex commercial litigation and arbitration matters.
• Handle construction-related disputes, including court proceedings, mediation, and international arbitration.
• Draft court pleadings, witness statements, legal opinions, and procedural documentation.
• Assist partners with trial preparation, hearing management, and strategic dispute resolution advice.
• Engage directly with clients, counsel, experts, and opposing parties across various jurisdictions.

Skills

Legal drafting

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Client communication

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified solicitor in Hong Kong

Job description

Our client is a globally renowned law firm recognized for delivering exceptional legal advisory services across cross-border commercial and dispute resolution matters. With a strong presence in the Asia-Pacific region, the firm provides an innovative platform for legal professionals to manage sophisticated, high-stakes matters for multinational corporations, state-owned enterprises, and financial institutions.

about the team.

You will join a highly respected litigation practice led by prominent, market-leading partners. The team offers a collaborative and supportive culture where associates gain direct exposure to complex, high-profile cases. You will receive structured guidance to expand your legal acumen while taking on significant responsibility across diverse commercial and construction dispute mandates.

about the job.

Advise local and international clients on a broad spectrum of complex commercial litigation and arbitration matters.

Handle construction-related disputes, including court proceedings, mediation, and international arbitration.

Draft court pleadings, witness statements, legal opinions, and procedural documentation.

Assist partners with trial preparation, hearing management, and strategic dispute resolution advice.

Engage directly with clients, counsel, experts, and opposing parties across various jurisdictions.

skills & experience required.

Qualified solicitor in Hong Kong with 2-4 years PQE in dispute resolution.

Demonstrated experience handling commercial litigation, with exposure to construction disputes preferred.

Strong legal drafting, analytical, and negotiation capabilities.

Excellent written and spoken English, along with fluent Cantonese and Mandarin to manage regional clientele and documentation.

Proactive mindset with the ability to work effectively within a high-performing team.