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Legal Counsel

Job description

Our client is a well-established and reputable professional trading firm with strong presence globally. To facilitate their growth, they are looking for a high calibre Legal Counsel to join their regional team to handle the corporate secretarial function.

THE ROLE

  • Reporting to the Senior Director and looking after the in-house legal functio
  • Responsible for paralegal duties and provide professional legal advice related to business activities e.g. M&A, PE and overseas investments
  • Responsible for corporate goverence, contracts review and documentation
  • Business Partner with Lawyers, Senior stakeholders and top management to add value to decisions making and driving business strategies
  • Monitoring and ensuring the accuracy and quality of the outsourced service provider
  • Foster and provide professonal legal advice on quality management strategies and plans
  • Develop plans for policies improvement and enhance the company's corporate governance
  • Perform ad-hoc projects as needed

REQUIREMENTS

  • Candidates with ICSA/ qualified Chartered Secretary whom worked in the Legal team in corporate platforms, or with paralegal background, ideally in MNC with regional or global coverage
  • At least 6-10 years of legal (including company secretarial exposure) experience in sizable organizations, having TMT sector or consumer industries experiences will be advantageous
  • Exposure in listed companies is highly preferred
  • Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • Proactive, organized, and able to work under pressure and to meet deadlines
  • Strong analytical mindset and solid accounting knowledge
  • Proficient in English. Mandarin is a plus
  • Able to work under pressure and to meet deadlines
  • Strong and detail-oriented mind

BENEFITS

  • Attractive Salary Package
  • Excellent career development opportunities
  • Global Employer

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Business Registration Number : 200611680D | Licence Number : 10C5117 | EA Registration Number:R1112853

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