Mixed Corporate Associate - NQ - 2PQE

Michael Page; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is assisting a leading Hong Kong-based firm seeking a Hong Kong-qualified corporate associate (NQ–2 PQE) for a mixed practice covering private/public M&A, IPOs, and listing rules compliance. The role offers exposure to cross-border deals and ongoing regulatory matters.

The successful applicant will assist with due diligence, transaction documentation, drafting SPAs and shareholders' agreements, and provide governance guidance to HKEX-listed companies.

Qualifications

• Hong Kong-qualified lawyer or eligible for admission in HK (NQ–2 PQE).
• Experience in corporate seats and rotation helpful.

Responsibilities

• Assist in private and public M&A transactions, including due diligence and closing.
• Support Hong Kong IPO work, drafting prospectuses and handling regulatory filings.
• Provide ongoing Listing Rules compliance advice to HKEX-listed companies.
• Draft and review board resolutions, minutes, and general corporate documentation.

Skills

M&A experience

Corporate law

HK legal practice

Education

Hong Kong-qualified lawyer

Job description

• M&A, JVs, listing rules compliance, IPO, and general commercial
• NQ - 2 PQE, qualified lawyer of HK
  

About Our Client

Our client is seeking a Hong Kong-qualified lawyer for a mixed corporate associate position, ideally suited for candidates ranging from the NQ level to 2 years PQE. This role offers a diverse practice focus, encompassing both public and private M&A transactions, IPOs, and ongoing listing rules compliance.

Job Description

• M&A Transactions: Assist in the execution of private and public M&A deals, including due diligence coordination, drafting of transaction documents (SPAs, Shareholders' Agreements), and managing closing procedures.
• Equity Capital Markets: Support the team on Hong Kong IPOs, representing either the issuer or the underwriters. Responsibilities include drafting prospectuses, advising on restructuring, and managing regulatory filings.
• Listing Rules & Compliance: Provide ongoing legal advice to HKEX-listed companies regarding the Listing Rules, Takeovers Code, and SFO.
• Corporate Governance: Draft and review board resolutions, minutes, and announcements; advise on general corporate and commercial matters.
  

The Successful Applicant

• Qualified lawyer of Hong Kong(or pending admission, NQ -2 PQE
• Experience in training rotation in corporate seats
• Language Skills: Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese ( Cantonese and Mandarin) is essential for drafting and client communication.
  

Quote job ref: JN-092026-7105133