Litigation Associate 4-6 PQE

Randstad Hong Kong Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Hong Kong Limited, on behalf of a premier global law firm, seeks a Litigation Associate (4–6 PQE) to join its market-leading dispute resolution practice in Hong Kong. You will manage high-stakes commercial litigation and cross-border arbitration, with exposure to major institutional rules, while mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to business development.

The role requires HK-qualified solicitor status with 4–6 PQE, fluency in English plus Cantonese and Mandarin, and a track

Qualifications

• Hong Kong solicitor admitted to practice
• 4–6 PQE in commercial dispute resolution
• Proven track record in complex litigation and cross-border arbitration

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of high-stakes commercial litigation before HK courts
• Handle cross-border arbitrations under HKIAC, SIAC, and ICC
• Draft pleadings, witness statements, and legal submissions
• Advise on dispute avoidance, asset recovery, insolvency, and enforcement
• Supervise and mentor juniors; support client relations and BD

Skills

Commercial dispute resolution

Cross-border arbitration

Legal research

Advocacy

Case management

Analytical reasoning

English proficiency

Cantonese

Mandarin

Education

Post Graduate Diploma

Hong Kong admitted

Job description

A premier global law firm is seeking a talented Litigation Associate (4–6 PQE) to join its market-leading dispute resolution practice in Hong Kong. Advising multinational corporations, financial institutions, and listed entities on high-stakes commercial litigation and cross-border arbitration, this opportunity offers tier-one contentious exposure, structured career progression, and an attractive remuneration package.

about the company.

Our client is a distinguished global law firm with an expansive international footprint and a formidable reputation for resolving complex cross-border disputes. Operating across major financial centres worldwide, the firm provides top-tier institutional resources, a collaborative and inclusive culture, and transparent pathways for long-term career advancement and professional excellence.

about the team.

The Hong Kong dispute resolution practice is widely recognized among the leading contentious teams in the Asia-Pacific region. Led by highly acclaimed litigation partners, the group acts as trusted counsel to blue-chip multinational corporations, state-owned enterprises, financial institutions, and high-net-worth clients navigating intricate commercial conflicts, regulatory investigations, and institutional arbitrations.

about the job.

• Manage, lead, and run a diverse caseload of high-stakes commercial litigation before the Hong Kong Court of First Instance and Court of Appeal.
• Handle cross-border arbitrations governed by major institutional rules, including HKIAC, SIAC, and ICC.
• Draft court pleadings, witness statements, comprehensive legal submissions, and instructions to senior counsel and expert witnesses.
• Advise corporate clients on dispute avoidance, multi-jurisdictional asset recovery, contentious insolvency, and regulatory enforcement matters.
• Supervise, mentor, and guide junior associates and trainees while actively supporting client relationship management and business development initiatives.

skills & experience required.

• Hong Kong qualified solicitor with 4 to 6 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in commercial dispute resolution.
• Proven track record managing complex commercial litigation and cross-border arbitration within an established international or leading regional law firm.
• Strong grasp of Hong Kong Civil Justice Reform procedures, High Court rules, and institutional arbitration frameworks.
• Fluency in written and spoken English, Cantonese, and Mandarin is essential to review Chinese-language evidence, draft legal submissions, and communicate with regional clients.
• Outstanding legal research, advocacy, case management, and analytical reasoning capabilities.

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skills

Litigation, Arbitration

qualifications

Hong Kong admitted

4-6 PQE

education

Post Graduate Diploma