Mixed Corporate Associate - NQ - 2PQE

Michael Page International (Hong Kong) Limited; Hong Kong Island; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page International (Hong Kong) Limited is seeking a Hong Kong-qualified lawyer for a mixed corporate associate role, suitable for NQ to 2 PQE. The position covers public and private M&A, IPOs, and ongoing listing rules compliance, with exposure to drafting and due diligence across transactions.

The successful candidate will assist in executing deals, coordinating due diligence, drafting SPAs and agreements, and advising on governance and regulatory filings in a dynamic Hong Kong market.

Qualifications

• Qualified HK lawyer (NQ–2 PQE)
• Excellent command of English and Chinese (Cantonese/Mandarin) for drafting and communications
• Experience with corporate seats and rotation preferred

Responsibilities

• M&A, JVs, listing rules compliance, IPOs, and general commercial work.
• Assist in execution of private and public M&A deals including due diligence coordination, drafting SPAs and Shareholders' Agreements, and managing closing procedures.
• Support Hong Kong IPOs for issuers or underwriters, including drafting prospectuses, structuring advice, and regulatory filings.
• Provide ongoing advice on Listing Rules, The Takeovers Code, and SFO to HKEX-listed companies.
• Draft and review board resolutions, minutes, and corporate announcements; advise on general corporate matters.

Skills

M&A

JVs

Listing rules

IPO

General commercial

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, JVs, listing rules compliance, IPO, and general commercial


• NQ - 2 PQE, qualified lawyer of HK


• 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.

What's on Offer

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