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BD & Marketing Coordinator - Leading US Corporate Law Firm
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About Our ClientPrestigious US law firm with multiple offices across the APAC region, specializing in international corporate law.
Job DescriptionThe BD & Marketing Coordinator is responsible for preparing high-quality pitches and proposals in response to opportunities. Under the leadership of the BD Manager, the incumbent utilizes the firm's global client relationship database to generate customized client lists for marketing and business development efforts. The role involves working closely with internal teams to tailor pitches to specific client needs and objectives.
The role also supports the firm's marketing communications and campaigns across all channels, including conferences, events, sponsorships, printed and digital advertising, and other profile-building opportunities.
Additional responsibilities include supporting projects involving research, data gathering and analysis, directory submissions, matter classification, economic data reporting, intranet content management, and internal meeting coordination.
Candidate ProfileThe ideal candidate will have experience in marketing and event planning, with a Bachelor's degree in law, business, marketing, communications, journalism, or related fields. A minimum of 3 years of work experience in B2B marketing within professional services, preferably law firms, is required. Fluency in English and Chinese (Mandarin) is essential. Candidates will be invited to complete an assessment test to evaluate their writing skills.
What We OfferThe firm provides an excellent opportunity for junior legal BD professionals to advance their careers within a sizable and prestigious law firm. The role offers the chance to develop professional skills independently while working with regional supervisors and local Partners. It is an ideal environment for growth within the legal industry.
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Quote job ref: JN-062025-6763161
Additional Details- Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Advertising, Design, and Marketing
- Industries: Information Services, Human Resources Services, Financial Services
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#J-18808-LjbffrBD & Marketing Coordinator - Leading US Corporate Law Firm
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About Our ClientPrestigious US law firm with multiple offices across the APAC region, specializing in international corporate law.
Job DescriptionThe BD & Marketing Coordinator is responsible for preparing high-quality pitches and proposals in response to opportunities. Under the leadership of the BD Manager, the incumbent utilizes the firm's global client relationship database to generate customized client lists for marketing and business development efforts. The role involves working closely with internal teams to tailor pitches to specific client needs and objectives.
The role also supports the firm's marketing communications and campaigns across all channels, including conferences, events, sponsorships, printed and digital advertising, and other profile-building opportunities.
Additional responsibilities include supporting projects involving research, data gathering and analysis, directory submissions, matter classification, economic data reporting, intranet content management, and internal meeting coordination.
Candidate ProfileThe ideal candidate will have experience in marketing and event planning, with a Bachelor's degree in law, business, marketing, communications, journalism, or related fields. A minimum of 3 years of work experience in B2B marketing within professional services, preferably law firms, is required. Fluency in English and Chinese (Mandarin) is essential. Candidates will be invited to complete an assessment test to evaluate their writing skills.
What We OfferThe firm provides an excellent opportunity for junior legal BD professionals to advance their careers within a sizable and prestigious law firm. The role offers the chance to develop professional skills independently while working with regional supervisors and local Partners. It is an ideal environment for growth within the legal industry.
ContactGrace Ng
Quote job ref: JN-062025-6763161
Additional Details- Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Advertising, Design, and Marketing
- Industries: Information Services, Human Resources Services, Financial Services
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- Providing legal advices and solutions to a broad range of in-house legal matters, including but not limited to commercial, operational, administrative, regulatory, competition, employment, data protection matters; and reviewing and drafting contracts
- Initiating, implementing and managing internal audits, standards, compliance and conformance related matters including but not limited to ad-hoc audits and risk-based audit and to execute the audit and risk management solutions in accordance with the accepted professional standards
- Preparing effective and professional internal audit reports on a timely basis and follow up and supervise the implementation of the constructive and feasible audit recommendations
- Providing training and preparing materials to enhance to the staff relevant knowledge
- Handling of and managing legal actions (both Court cases and all other legal disputes) in Hong Kong SAR and overseas including but not limited to drafting and reviewing pleadings, attending conferences, conciliations, mediations and hearings
- Maintaining and improving the internal company system including drafting, reviewing and updating policies and practices
- Working with external counsel, company secretary, paralegal and professional advisers
- Performing such other functions to be assigned by Director and General Counsel
- Providing legal advices and solutions to a broad range of in-house legal matters, including but not limited to commercial, operational, administrative, regulatory, competition, employment, data protection matters; and reviewing and drafting contracts
- Initiating, implementing and managing internal audits, standards, compliance and conformance related matters including but not limited to ad-hoc audits and risk-based audit and to execute the audit and risk management solutions in accordance with the accepted professional standards
- Preparing effective and professional internal audit reports on a timely basis and follow up and supervise the implementation of the constructive and feasible audit recommendations
- Providing training and preparing materials to enhance to the staff relevant knowledge
- Handling of and managing legal actions (both Court cases and all other legal disputes) in Hong Kong SAR and overseas including but not limited to drafting and reviewing pleadings, attending conferences, conciliations, mediations and hearings
- Maintaining and improving the internal company system including drafting, reviewing and updating policies and practices
- Working with external counsel, company secretary, paralegal and professional advisers
- Performing such other functions to be assigned by Director and General Counsel
- LLB or above (from Hong Kong or other common law jurisdictions)
- Qualified Hong Kong SAR practicing lawyer with at least 4 years of experiences
- Preferably with in-house experience working in aviation and/or law enforcement investigation team will be an advantage
- Solid experiences in handling litigation (both criminal and civil) and contractual related matters
- Possess strong communication, analytical and research skills
- A proactive team player, with can-do attitude and able to work independently under high pressure and tight timeframe
- Exceptional organizational skills, attention to details, mature attitude and ability of multi-tasking
- Excellent command of spoken and written English and Chinese. Ability to speak in Putonghua will be an advantage
- Seniority level Mid-Senior level
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Legal
- Industries Airlines and Aviation
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Legal Counsel–Litigation & Employment (Global Coverage)-Hong Kong SAR Legal Advisor, Private Banking and Wealth ManagementCentral & Western District, Hong Kong SAR 2 days ago
Vice President, Legal, Corporate Secretary (Bank)Central & Western District, Hong Kong SAR 2 days ago
Legal Counsel – Private Funds (~5 PQE, Buy-Side) Legal Counsel (Corporate and Digital Assets) Legal Counsel (Crypto/Blockchain) – US Listed Company – HKD$140k – 150kCentral & Western District, Hong Kong SAR 14 hours ago
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#J-18808-LjbffrLegal Counsel
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Airport Authority Hong Kong (AA) manages and operates Hong Kong International Airport, one of the finest and busiest airports in the world.
Where Your Career Takes Flight
Airport Authority Hong Kong (AA) manages and operates Hong Kong International Airport, one of the finest and busiest airports in the world.
We now invite high calibre talent with creativity and passion to join us for a rewarding and meaningful career journey.
We care for our people and provide colleagues with a fair, open and supportive workplace.
By joining us, you will contribute to the continued success and growth of a key infrastructure and economic engine of Hong Kong, gaining invaluable experiences in a unique environment and enjoying boundless opportunities to unleash your full potential.
Together we will share the pride of our leadership status in the global aviation industry and our commitment to sustainability.
Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive legal support for construction-related matters, including major infrastructure and development projects
- Manage potential legal claims and disputes
- Draft, negotiate and review a broad range of commercial agreements ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations
- Advise user departments on various legal issues as they arise
- Provide legal support for projects and ad-hoc matters involving Mainland China as required
- Assist in updating and maintaining internal policies, document templates and processes
- Seniority level Mid-Senior level
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Legal
- Industries Airlines and Aviation
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Sign in to set job alerts for “Legal Counsel” roles. Assistant General Counsel – Employment LawIslands District, Hong Kong SAR 3 months ago
Assistant Manager to Deputy Manager, General Compliance (Compliance and Legal Corporate Counsel, Greater China & Southeast Asia, Hong Kong Based Legal Counsel–Litigation & Employment (Global Coverage)-Hong Kong SAR Legal Counsel (Corporate and Digital Assets) Vice President, Legal, Corporate Secretary (Bank) Legal Advisor, Private Banking and Wealth ManagementCentral & Western District, Hong Kong SAR 2 days ago
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#J-18808-LjbffrLegal Counsel
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The incumbent will report to the Group Legal Counsel and will assist in drafting and managing legal documentation and help ensure the company, and its group companies, operate according to the highest ethical, legal, and compliance standards. The incumbent should have a keen eye and keep themselves abreast of all legal & statutory compliances and will provide legal support and advice across various departments and group companies. This position will form part of the global legal team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensuring statutory compliancy under various corporate laws including Hong Kong Companies Ordinance.
- Assisting with day-to-day contractual reviews, negotiations, and drafting of legal documents, including standardization of legal documents.
- Assisting in drafting and reviewing Legal & Compliance Policies at Group level.
- Liaising with various departments to provide legal advice and complete corporate projects.
- Liaising with global legal teams and external advisors on ongoing compliance matters and new projects.
- Presentation of legal issues to management together with analysis, options, and recommendations.
- Provide advice and support on handling litigation matters
- Liaise and coordinate with external lawyers and third-party consultants to obtain legal supporting advice, services, and information.
- Keep Management of the Company update about any new law, rules, and regulations etc. and/or any change in existing laws, rules, and regulations.
- Coordinate with and visit various government and other statutory authorities for various legal and administrative issues.
- Good knowledge of all corporate laws including labor laws to be able to manage and advise on compliance of applicable corporate laws.
- Work on ad hoc projects and tasks as assigned by the Management aligned with the vision and strategy of the company.
Qualifications:
- Excellent command of written and spoken English and Cantonese
- Minimum 5 – 6 years of post-qualification.
- Working experience in-house commercial environment is preferred.
- Keen and curious attitude with willingness to learn. "Getting the job done well" attitude is very important.
- Excellent drafting skills with a high level of accuracy in work
- Attentive to details and a strong commercial acumen
- Excellent decision making and ownership (responsibility & accountability) of work.
- Seniority level Mid-Senior level
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Legal
- Industries Manufacturing and Retail Apparel and Fashion
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Senior Counsel, Assistant Vice President - Asset Management Senior Vice President, Senior Lead Counsel, Strategic Equities SolutionsKowloon City District, Hong Kong SAR 1 week ago
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We believe in empowering every one of our people to find their 'better' - in the work they do, the career they build, the life they live and the difference they make. So that together we can support even more people - including our own - to live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.
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FIND YOUR 'BETTER' AT AIA
We don’t simply believe in being ‘The Best’. We believe in better - because there’s no limit to how far ‘better’ can take us.
We believe in empowering every one of our people to find their 'better' - in the work they do, the career they build, the life they live and the difference they make. So that together we can support even more people - including our own - to live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.
If you believe in better, we’d love to hear from you.
About The Role
We are looking for a dedicated and junior legal professional to join the Law Department as a Legal Counsel.
The successful candidate will support the senior members of the legal team to serve as a trusted legal advisor and subject matter expert supporting various business units by adopting a customer-centric approach, while ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, regulatory guidelines and company policies.
The candidate will ideally have legal experience spanning multiple practice areas such as corporate, commercial, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), insurance products, litigation, employment, information technology (IT), artificial intelligence (AI), regulatory advisory, data privacy and protection. Prior in-house experience, particularly with exposure to the insurance-related matters and/or regulatory communications, is preferred.
This role offers the opportunity to gain diverse and hands-on experience on multiple legal practice areas in a fast-paced, dynamic and collaborative environment, as well as to contribute to driving meaningful change, shaping strategies and supporting key business initiatives across the organization.
Roles And Responsibilities:
Legal Advisory and Support
- Conduct groundwork support and research and provide customer-centric and commercially sound legal advice on various business areas, including product development and actuarial treaties, operations, marketing, distribution, litigation and complaints, employment, data privacy and protection, IT and AI and outsourcing.
- Review and draft contracts and other related documents, including policy contracts / product brochures, marketing agreements / materials, distribution agreements, employment agreements, various product / service procurement agreements and internal documents.
- Provide pragmatic legal analysis and solution on day-to-day operational matters, ensuring adherence to legal, regulatory and/or contractual obligations.
- Support strategic projects and initiatives (including participation in relevant committees/taskforces/working groups) to ensure legal and regulatory compliance, mitigate risks, and enhance operational efficiency.
- Provide legal support in communications and engagement with regulators including the Insurance Authority, the Securities and Futures Commission, the Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Authority, and the Monetary Authority of Macao.
- Provide guidance to internal teams on legal and regulatory risks and requirements, ensuring alignment with applicable laws, regulations, codes of conduct, guidelines and internal policies.
- Provide support in managing disputes and litigations, including working with external legal counsel where necessary.
- Assist internal teams in handling policyholder claims, coverage disputes, and customer complaints to mitigate associated legal and regulatory risks.
Perform such other duties and tasks as may be assigned the Manager or other senior members of the team.
Minimum Job Requirements:
- A solicitor or barrister qualified to practice in Hong Kong with a minimum of 3 years’ post-qualification experience.
- Legal experience (including advisory and support, drafting and review) in multiple practice areas such as corporate, commercial, M&A, insurance products, litigation, employment, IT, AI, regulatory advisory, data privacy and protection. Insurance law experience is a preferred but not a pre-requisite.
- Experience as an in-house legal counsel in a business environment, particularly within the insurance industry, is a plus.
- Self-driven and sense of ownership, accountability and integrity, with the ability to work independently while thriving in a collaborative team environment.
- Excellent judgment, strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability and business acumen to provide solid, clear and solution-oriented legal advice.
- Logical thinker with a proactive and problem-solving mindset and diligent and detail-oriented contributor, who is willing to learn and ready to support team members in achieving collective team goals.
- Ability to handle multiple and conflicting priorities efficiently.
- Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills.
- Fluent in written and spoken English and Chinese.
- You are required to obtain relevant licence if your job involves in regulated activities.
You must provide all requested information, including Personal Data, to be considered for this career opportunity. Failure to provide such information may influence the processing and outcome of your application. You are responsible for ensuring that the information you submit is accurate and up-to-date. Seniority level
- Seniority level Mid-Senior level
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Legal
- Industries Insurance
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Islands District, Hong Kong SAR 2 months ago
Assistant Manager to Deputy Manager, General Compliance (Compliance and Legal Legal Counsel–Litigation & Employment (Global Coverage)-Hong Kong SAR Legal Advisor, Private Banking and Wealth ManagementCentral & Western District, Hong Kong SAR 2 weeks ago
Asia Head of Legal - Multinational CompanyHong Kong, Hong Kong SAR HK$110,000.00-HK$150,000.00 7 hours ago
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#J-18808-LjbffrLegal Counsel
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Corporate Head of Recruitment at The Executive CentreThe Executive Centre (TEC) opened the doors to the first Executive Centre in 1994 and today boasts over 220+ centres in 36 cities and 16 markets.
The Executive Centre caters to ambitious professionals and industry leaders looking for more than just an office space - they are looking for a place for their organisation to thrive. TEC has cultivated an environment designed for success with a global network spanning Greater China, Southeast Asia, North Asia, India, Sri Lanka, the Middle East, and Australia, with sights to go further and grow faster. Each Executive Centre offers a prestigious address with the advanced infrastructure to pre-empt, meet, and exceed the needs of our ambitious Members. Walking with them through every milestone and achievement; empowering them to succeed.
Privately owned and headquartered in Hong Kong, TEC provides first class Exclusive and Shared Workspaces, Business Concierge Services, and Meetings & Events facilities to suit any business' needs.
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Overview:
We are seeking a motivated Legal Counsel with 4-5 years of relevant experience (or 2-3 years post-qualification experience) to join our legal team. The incumbent will apply an analytical approach to enhance organisational efficiency in legal matters, focusing on real estate, general corporate, and financing transactions. This role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts related to real estate (with emphasis on lease agreements), corporate affairs, vendor management, intellectual property (IP), and financing matters. The Legal Counsel will maintain corporate records, support compliance and employee relations matters, and collaborate closely with external counsel across all regions where the company operates.
Responsibilities:
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts primarily related to real estate transactions (especially lease agreements), general corporate agreements, vendor and customer contracts, financing transactions and related documentation, and employment matters.
- Support the structuring, negotiation, and completion of complex real estate deals within tight deadlines, working closely with global business teams and external counsel in relevant jurisdictions.
- Coordinate with regional offices and external counsel to ensure legal compliance across all business transactions, including support for potential asset acquisitions and mergers and acquisitions activities.
- Oversee and actively participate in litigation and contentious disputes related to business matters, ensuring effective risk mitigation and alignment with corporate objectives.
- Provide comprehensive legal advice on general business law, corporate governance, technology and data privacy, employment matters, and IP issues, while also supporting the HR function in managing employee relations effectively.
- Coordinate closely with the company secretary to ensure meticulous preservation and management of corporate governance documents, including board minutes, resolutions, and statutory filings.
- Assist in tax structuring and legal aspects of private equity investments and co-investments as needed.
- Monitor relevant legal and regulatory developments and implement appropriate compliance measures.
- Identify and implement tools and processes to improve the efficiency of legal operations, such as contract management and activity tracking systems.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Law or a related discipline; qualified to practice law in Hong Kong, Commonwealth jurisdictions, or other recognised legal jurisdictions.
- At least 4-5 years of relevant work experience, or 2-3 years post-qualification experience, preferably with exposure to real estate, corporate law, and financing transactions within an in-house legal team or a reputable law firm.
- Experience handling overseas transactions and coordinating with external counsel across the Asia Pacific region (e.g. China, Singapore, Japan, and Australia) and the Middle East is highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge of legal and regulatory frameworks relevant to real estate, corporate governance, employment, commercial contracts, IP, and financing.
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills in English and Mandarin.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a pragmatic, business-oriented approach.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Well-organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Familiarity with legal research tools and contract management software is desirable.
- Demonstrates sound judgment, integrity, and the ability to provide clear legal advice to senior management.
- Seniority level Mid-Senior level
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Legal
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Legal Counsel
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Ref:CSL/LC/20241120 | Date posted 2024-11-20
Responsibilities:- Supervise legal team to support business operations
- Provide legal advice on all aspects of corporate/commercial perspectives including commercial contracts and agreements, corporate compliance, corporate transactions, business establishment, trademark and employment matters
- Prepare and review legal documents
- Handle internal legal enquiries
- Lawyer with at least 2 years of PQE commercial experience or experienced legal executive with at least 7 years of corporate in-house experience
- Sound legal background with substantial knowledge in Hong Kong law
- Working knowledge in the PRC law would be a plus
- Independent, strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Good command of both spoken and written English and Chinese
- We offer a people-oriented working culture with learning & development, career advancement opportunities and care & engagement to our colleagues.
- In addition, a comprehensive package and benefits would be offered to the right candidates, including discretionary bonus, children education fund, mortgage subsidy, comfortable and convenience workplace (5-minute walk from Fo Tan MTR station) with well-equipped staff canteen, job-related training subsidy for continuous learning, staff discount and welfare & wellness programs.
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The ideal candidate will be responsible for in-house legal matters including drafting agreements, addressing compliance issues, and participating in negotiation discussions. In order to succeed, this candidate should feel comfortable working with in-house and outside counsels on a variety of legal matters.
Responsibilities
- Provide legal support to the various internal departments
- Work with other in-house counsels and outside counsels, as required
- Negotiate and draft complex transactional agreements
- Taking preemptive measures to avoid legal risks and conflicts
Qualifications
- J.D. qualified to practice law
- 3+ years' legal work experience
- Admission to any United States State Bar
- Seniority level Associate
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Legal
- Industries Electrical Equipment Manufacturing and Alternative Dispute Resolution
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Director - Talent Acquisition for Europe & Asia Pacific at CIBC Capital MarketsSTRATEGIC BUSINESS UNIT DESCRIPTION
The Administration group is comprised of Legal, ESG & Corporate Governance and Government Relations. Collectively, this group enables CIBC’s core purpose: to help make our clients’ ambitions a reality by providing legal advice across CIBC and by protecting the legal rights and legal relation between CIBC and our clients and employees.
The Legal Department provides independent legal advice, as well as related transactional, regulatory and litigation support, across all lines of CIBC's business globally.
This position, based either in Hong Kong or Sydney principally supports CIBC’s Capital Markets’ businesses and activities in the Asia Pacific Region. CIBC Capital Markets in the Asia Pacific Region spans Corporate Banking, Global Markets and Investment Banking businesses.
JOB PURPOSE & ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Reports to Head of Legal in Asia Pacific Region.
Value Added Partner
- Provide legal advice in the early stages of business management’s strategy development and key decisions, and help to ensure proper implementation of those plans, consistent with legal and regulatory objectives.
- Provide legal advice and related governance to support CIBC’s businesses in Asia, and oversight over legal and regulatory changes impacting the Asia Pacific Region, including Hong Kong, Singapore, Sydney, Tokyo and mainland China.
- Identify legal risks, and significant incidents of non-compliance, and escalate these to global Legal team and Asia senior management as appropriate, and ensuring such risks are properly understood by relevant stakeholders, and where possible, propose appropriate risk mitigation.
Operational/Business Effectiveness
- Ensure that solutions are tailored to meet operational as well as regulatory requirements. Require ongoing coordination among multiple functional groups and executive management and cross-border deals committees and a solid working knowledge of the financial, operational and technology specifications supporting a product or service.
CROSS-FUNCTIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
- Frequent contact with business and regional management to identify and discuss business issues and needs and to provide consistent and time-sensitive advice, including interaction with senior management, sales and trading desks, relationship managers and Risk Management, Compliance and Business Management.
- Regular contact with industry peers, both individually and through industry associations, to discuss emerging concepts, practices and experiences and to strategize on approaches to proposed regulatory actions or change practices.
- Regular contact with local counsel throughout the regions to ensure clear advice, manage costs and keep abreast of legal and regulatory reforms regionally.
AUTHORITIES/DECISIONS
- Operate within established CIBC organizational framework. Escalate issues where appropriate to Head of Legal and/or relevant Heads of business.
JOB CHALLENGES/COMPLEXITIES
- Managing the conflicting objectives and priorities of different parties to transactions (e.g., management, sales/traders acting for clients, etc.).
- Ensuring the maintenance of the highest standards, subject to the close scrutiny of internal auditors, external auditors, regulators, etc.
- Exposure to a wide range of banking and financial product types.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
- LL.B. degree, and qualifications in England & Wales, Australia, and/or Hong Kong with a minimum of 6 years of post-qualification experience. Prior experience gained either at a law firm or financial institution in fixed income products, particularly debt capital markets and/or structured credit experience is preferred.
- Sufficient technical knowledge of financial products and securities laws and regulations to provide effective solutions to resolve issues. Prior exposure and technical knowledge gained working in the Australia financial services sector is preferred.
- A sufficient working knowledge of laws and regulations relevant to banks and financial institutions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal/interactive skills. Able to make technical presentations to non-specialists, and work very closely with senior management.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills to deal with multiple and sometimes conflicting requirements and time constraints. Excellent adaptability and flexibility to deal with a rapidly changing environment.
- Management/leadership skills sufficient to motivate and guide a diverse workforce faced with frequent organizational and operational change and increased demands on services.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Situate either in Hong Kong or Sydney. Operates within a normal office environment
- Working within a matrix of reporting lines and client relationships.
- Seniority level Associate
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Legal and Finance
- Industries Investment Banking and Financial Services
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