What Jobs are available for Litigation Support in Hong Kong?

Ref.: JDB/C/LSD/

Duties & Responsibilities:

We are seeking candidates to join us as Counsel to handle a range of litigation cases in the High Court, the Magistrates' Court and in Tribunals.

Reporting to Senior Counsel in the Legal Services Division, the role provides a challenging and interesting opportunity to gain exposure to a wide range of financial regulatory work.

This is a hands-on role and you will be responsible for advising on various provisions of the Securities and Futures Ordinance and the strength of evidence for proceedings in the Magistrates' Court, High Court and before the Market Misconduct Tribunal (MMT), and to oppose certain applications before the Securities and Futures Appeals Tribunal (SFAT). You will act as instructing solicitor to conduct a range of civil litigation, including defending applications for judicial review, in the High Court and appeal courts, preparing cases for hearings before the MMT and SFAT and handling any subsequent appeals. You will also appear in the Magistrates' Court to prosecute offences and act as instructing solicitor for trials in the Magistrates' Court and for appeals.

Requirements:

You must have a good academic record and be a Hong Kong-qualified solicitor.  You should also have at least 5 years' relevant post qualification experience.

You must have excellent analytical skills, with the ability to understand complex issues and give practical, well-reasoned and researched written legal advice.  An excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese is essential.  Knowledge of the structure and operation of the Hong Kong securities and futures industry and markets would be an advantage.

Please quote the reference and apply by 31 October 2025 with details of qualifications, previous experience, current and expected salary to:

Recruitment Manager

Securities & Futures Commission

54/F, One Island East, 18 Westlands Road,

Quarry Bay, Hong Kong

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All applications will be handled in strict confidence by authorised personnel and will only be used for recruitment related purposes. Applicants who do not hear from us within six months from the application deadline may consider their applications as unsuccessful. All information on unsuccessful candidates will be destroyed after six months.

We are an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) is the independent statutory body regulating the securities and futures markets in Hong Kong. We are committed to protecting the integrity and soundness of the market for the benefit of investors and the industry.

Working for a globally respected regulator provides unique opportunities to serve the public and advance Hong Kong's position as an international financial centre. Join us to achieve greater things in your career.

Duties & Responsibilities:

An excellent opportunity to join the statutory body which regulates the securities and futures industry and promotes the development of the securities and futures markets in Hong Kong. This legal executive role involves providing a range of support to lawyers in the Commission's Legal Services Division across a wide variety of litigation and advisory work. The key focus will be to lead and manage the division's litigation support team to provide substantive assistance to prepare cases for court and tribunal hearings.

Requirements:

You must have: excellent people and project management skills and experience; experience in court-related work including knowledge of applicable rules and procedures in civil and criminal proceedings; good attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and work under a tight schedule; good communication skills; a good command of written and spoken English and Chinese; good computer skills in Word, Excel, Acrobat and Powerpoint. Previous experience in document management system and experience of managing clerical staff will be an advantage. You will either have a law degree or be a qualified Legal Executive with at least 3 years' relevant work experience in a law firm or in-house.

Please quote the reference and apply by 19 September2025 with details of qualifications, previous experience, current and expected salary to:

Recruitment Manager

Securities & Futures Commission

54/F, One Island East,

18 Westlands Road, Quarry Bay, HK

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All applications will be handled in strict confidence by authorised personnel and will only be used for recruitment related purposes. Applicants who do not hear from us within six months from the application deadline may consider their applications as unsuccessful. All information on unsuccessful candidates will be destroyed after six months.

We are an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Ref.: JDB/LE/LSD/

Duties & Responsibilities:

An excellent opportunity to join the statutory body which regulates the securities and futures industry and promotes the development of the securities and futures markets in Hong Kong. This legal executive role involves providing a range of support to lawyers in the Commission's Legal Services Division across a wide variety of litigation and advisory work. The key focus will be to lead and manage the division's litigation support team to provide substantive assistance to prepare cases for court and tribunal hearings.

Requirements:

You must have: excellent people and project management skills and experience; experience in court-related work including knowledge of applicable rules and procedures in civil and criminal proceedings; good attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and work under a tight schedule; good communication skills; a good command of written and spoken English and Chinese; good computer skills in Word, Excel, Acrobat and Powerpoint.  Previous experience in document management system and experience of managing clerical staff will be an advantage.  You will either have a law degree or be a qualified Legal Executive with at least 3 years' relevant work experience in a law firm or in-house.

Please quote the reference and apply by 19 September 2025with details of qualifications, previous experience, current and expected salary to:

Recruitment Manager

Securities & Futures Commission

54/F, One Island East,

18 Westlands Road, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong

All applications will be handled in strict confidence by authorised personnel and will only be used for recruitment related purposes. Applicants who do not hear from us within six months from the application deadline may consider their applications as unsuccessful. All information on unsuccessful candidates will be destroyed after six months.

We are an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

We are seeking a Practice Support Executive to join the dynamic team at a leading global law firm. In this role, you will provide exceptional administrative and client support, contributing significantly to the success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilize a workflow tool to process work requests and provide proactive administrative support.
• Assist in creating financial reports (e.g., WIP reports) and prepare finance forms (e.g., expenses, currency requests) with necessary approvals.
• Manage local counsel invoices and arrange internal meetings, including setup and catering.
• Support event organization and training sessions, managing mailing lists and logistics.
• Handle travel arrangements and minor document editing (e.g., Engagement Letters, CVs) to adhere to house style.
• Submit marketing statements and manage document comparisons and PDF changes.
• Provide support for matter management, filing, and data rooms, including archiving and retrieving files.
• Maintain client contact details in databases and update absences for the HK office on the HR system.
• Ensure effective communication by clarifying instructions and maintaining coverage for redirected calls.
• Build collaborative relationships within the team, demonstrating a client service focus and positive attitude.
• Take ownership of queries, actively seeking solutions and consulting with colleagues for knowledge sharing.
• Exercise confidentiality and discretion in all aspects of the role.

Requirements:

• Excellent communication, organizational, and administrative skills.
• Strong time management and prioritization abilities to support multidisciplinary teams at various seniority levels.
• Attention to detail with proofreading skills for accuracy in spelling, grammar, and consistency.
• Proactive and enthusiastic, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills while fostering a sense of teamwork.
• Flexibility to work outside contractual hours as needed.
• Proficient in key software packages (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and willing to undertake training to enhance skills.
• Administration experience in a busy or virtual environment is desirable, but not essential.
• Good numeracy skills and proficiency in English and Chinese.

Responsibilities

Assist lawyers with the daily handling of legal work

Handle clients' inquiries and prepare legal documentation

Carry out other tasks and assignments as assigned

Requirements

Proficiency in written and spoken English and Chinese (including Mandarin)

Strong sense of responsibility, able to multitask and prioritize

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Hong Kong permanent residents or non-permanent resident identity card holders whose passports or travel documents are endorsed with permission that does not restrict employment.

Prior experience in law firm is definitely an advantage. Experience in handling China Attestation legal work is preferred.

Candidates with no or less experience in law firm will be considered for the position of Trainee Legal Support Officer. Our Firm will provide on-the-job training to the appropriate candidates to enhance abilities and experience to cope with the job requirements.

工作範圍

協助律師處理日常法律工作

處理客戶的查詢並準備法律文件

執行分配的其他任務和安排

具体要求

精通英文和中文(包括普通話)的書面和口頭表達能力

強烈的責任感,能夠處理多項任務並統籌安排

優秀的人際關係和溝通技巧

香港永久性居民或非永久性居民身份證持有人,其護照或旅行證件附有不限制就業的許可

有律師事務所工作經驗者優先考慮,有處理中國委託公證服務經驗尤佳。

如應徵者尚未有足夠的相關經驗,或沒有律師事務所的工作經驗,我們亦會考慮聘用為 "見習法務支援主任"。 我所將透過向合適人員提供在職培訓,提升工作能力與經驗,以應付相關工作需求。

Interested parties, please submit application by clicking "Apply Now"

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Job description

Some careers shine brighter than others

If you're looking for a career that will help you stand out, join HSBC and fulfil your potential. Whether you want a career that could take you to the top, or simply take you in an exciting new direction, HSBC offers opportunities, support and rewards that will take you further.

Global Legal plays an important role in protecting the Group's reputation by helping to future-proof the organisation through robust legal risk and issue advisory. Responsible for providing comprehensive legal advice to senior management and all global businesses and functions, the team offers a diverse range of legal skills, jurisdictional experience, and practice specialisms across all countries and territories in which our businesses operate.

We are currently seeking a high calibre professional to join our team as a Senior Legal Counsel, Securities Services.

Principal Responsibilities

In this role you will

• Act as a senior legal advisor and lead lawyer to the Hong Kong Trustee and Funds business teams within HSBC's Securities Services business (SSV) in Asia Pacific Region, which is part of the Markets and Securities Services (MSS) business of The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited
• Lead complex projects requiring expert and professional legal advice on all trustee and fiduciary matters in relation to ORSO and MPF schemes. Knowledge of Hong Kong SFC authorized funds and Cayman Funds is also highly desirable
• Negotiate complex client transactions and provide timely advice in accordance with HSBC templates and risk parameters set by the Securities Services Business and MSS Legal across ORSO and MPF with a knowledge of Hong Kong SFC authorized funds
• Support the Head of Securities Services Legal and relevant business leads with new product and template development
• Provide advice and support with respect to regulatory projects and ensure regulatory risks are brought to the attention of the relevant stakeholders and are addressed and mitigated
• Provide expert and professional legal advice, guidance and support to ensure that the legal and reputational risks in the Securities Services business lines are identified, reported and mitigated
• Support the Head of Securities Services Legal and relevant Team Leads with respect to accountability for all ORSO, MPF, Hong Kong SFC Authorised funds and Cayman Funds transactions and projects managed by onshore and offshore lawyers
• Work closely with a regional and global team of lawyers supporting the Securities Services and Markets business of HSBC

Requirements

To be successful you will need

• Ability to adapt workstyle to meet complex and varied workloads across variety of transactions, projects and advisory matters
• Ability to prioritize workloads in terms of legal risk and commercial consideration
• Ability to think independently being mindful of maintaining an appropriate balance between management and mitigation of legal risk and business efficacy. Ability to manage a significant number of bespoke or complex requests across a range of transactions, product types and projects
• Deepening knowledge of areas of specialty with ability to take a view as to how law is developing in order to advise client and reach a solution. Ability to balance the need for further analysis and the need for a timely decision and proper escalations given commercial pressures
• To establish and maintain relationships with various stakeholders, across multiple geographies and cultural diversities. Build effective relationships with Team Leads and Bangalore offshore legal team as well as global teams
• To ensure that all transactions and projects are managed in accordance with HSBC Values and comply with SSV business redlines and risk parameters with all risks discussed with business leads and resolved in accordance with HSBC risk appetite, policies and procedures

Opening up a world of opportunity

HSBC is committed to building a culture where all employees are valued, respected and opinions count. We take pride in providing a workplace that fosters continuous professional development, flexible working and opportunities to grow within an inclusive and diverse environment. Personal data held by the Bank relating to employment applications will be used in accordance with our Privacy Statement, which is available on our website.

Issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited.

The role requires the person to work closely with other project team members, peer project managers and partner consulting teams. The person will provide consulting services to external clients, manage and lead projects to successful outcomes for clients and Thomson Reuters, and be the partner to clients by providing deep subject matter expertise and helping them adopt technological change.

About The Role
In this opportunity as
Project Manager, Legal Software Professional Services, Asia
, you will:

• Manage delivery of Legal Software project implementations for corporates and legal firms across Asia.
• Drive successful implementation of Thomson Reuters Legal Software products, including HighQ, Contract Express, and Legal Tracker.
• Establish strong project governance practices for product adoption and retention.
• Scope, create, and manage Statements-of-Work and workplans to ensure on-time, on-budget project completion.
• Manage portfolio profitability to meet financial KPIs.
• Build and leverage strong client relationships for upselling and cross-selling opportunities.
• Provide leadership and subject matter expertise to clients, engaging with General Counsels and IT departments.

About You
You're a fit for the role of
Project Manager, Legal Software Professional Services, Asia
if you have the following required qualifications:

• Extensive experience in project management, legal advisory, professional services, or consulting in client-facing roles.
• Strong background in Legal Tech industry, with experience in technology-enabled transformations.
• Expertise in implementing technology in legal functions with an understanding of efficiencies and challenges.
• Deep knowledge of enterprise-scale legal software implementation and legal operations.
• Strong collaboration skills, with ability to analyze and manage project risks effectively.
• High analytical skills for quick decision-making in complex situations.
• Fluent in English and Mandarin; position requires up to 25% travel.

What's in it For You?

• Hybrid Work Model: We've adopted a flexible hybrid working environment (2-3 days a week in the office depending on the role) for our office-based roles while delivering a seamless experience that is digitally and physically connected.
• Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Flex My Way is a set of supportive workplace policies designed to help manage personal and professional responsibilities, whether caring for family, giving back to the community, or finding time to refresh and reset. This builds upon our flexible work arrangements, including work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year, empowering employees to achieve a better work-life balance.
• Career Development and Growth: By fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill development, we prepare our talent to tackle tomorrow's challenges and deliver real-world solutions. Our Grow My Way programming and skills-first approach ensures you have the tools and knowledge to grow, lead, and thrive in an AI-enabled future.
• Industry Competitive Benefits: We offer comprehensive benefit plans to include flexible vacation, two company-wide Mental Health Days off, access to the Headspace app, retirement savings, tuition reimbursement, employee incentive programs, and resources for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing.
• Culture: Globally recognized, award-winning reputation for inclusion and belonging, flexibility, work-life balance, and more. We live by our values: Obsess over our Customers, Compete to Win, Challenge (Y)our Thinking, Act Fast / Learn Fast, and Stronger Together.
• Social Impact: Make an impact in your community with our Social Impact Institute. We offer employees two paid volunteer days off annually and opportunities to get involved with pro-bono consulting projects and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives.
• Making a Real-World Impact: We are one of the few companies globally that helps its customers pursue justice, truth, and transparency. Together, with the professionals and institutions we serve, we help uphold the rule of law, turn the wheels of commerce, catch bad actors, report the facts, and provide trusted, unbiased information to people all over the world.

About Us
Thomson Reuters informs the way forward by bringing together the trusted content and technology that people and organizations need to make the right decisions. We serve professionals across legal, tax, accounting, compliance, government, and media. Our products combine highly specialized software and insights to empower professionals with the data, intelligence, and solutions needed to make informed decisions, and to help institutions in their pursuit of justice, truth, and transparency. Reuters, part of Thomson Reuters, is a world leading provider of trusted journalism and news.

We are powered by the talents of 26,000 employees across more than 70 countries, where everyone has a chance to contribute and grow professionally in flexible work environments. At a time when objectivity, accuracy, fairness, and transparency are under attack, we consider it our duty to pursue them. Sound exciting? Join us and help shape the industries that move society forward.

As a global business, we rely on the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all employees to deliver on our business goals. To ensure we can do that, we seek talented, qualified employees in all our operations around the world regardless of race, color, sex/gender, including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under applicable law. Thomson Reuters is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer providing a drug-free workplace.

We also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. More information on requesting an accommodation here.

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1.具備基本法律知識

2.協助公司處理法務相關事務安排、處理。

3.處理公司客戶間糾紛。

4.維持客戶良好關係。

工作類型: 全職

薪酬: 每月 $18,000.00

福利:

• 在職專業培訓
• 晉升機會

語言:

• 華語/ 英文/其他語言 (優先考慮)

Work Location: 親身到場

Job Responsibilities

• Provide legal and administrative supports, ensuring regulatory compliance in relation to business operations
• Assist legal manager in providing legal advice to management and business units on business operations
• Draft and review legal documentation, opinions, agreements, contracts, announcements, circulars, interim and annual reports and other legal instruments as required
• Monitor company secretarial matters and maintain accurate records, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations
• Proactively conduct industry research on relevant legislation and regulatory requirements
• Liaise with external lawyers, professionals and regulators on regulatory and commercial legal issues
• Assist to formulate internal policies and guidelines for the Group to ensure compliance with statutory and listing rule requirements, company secretary standards or Group standards
• Perform other ad hoc projects as assigned

Job Requirements

• Minimum of 2-year experience in law firms or in-house legal and compliance experience
• PCLL part-time student is welcome to apply
• Good experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial documents and general legal advisory work
• Experience in PRC legal matters and in listed companies will be an advantage
• Strong business acumen with excellent communication, presentation, and analytical skills
• Self-motivated, detail-minded, well-organized, able to work independently and work under tight timeline
• Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin) Proficiency in MS Office applications and Chinese Word typing

To know more about us, please visit

We offer competitive salary and benefits to the right candidate. If you are interested, please send your full resume with current and expected salaries to us by clicking "Apply Now".

We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. All data supplied will be kept strictly confidential and used for employment-related purposes. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.