73 Senior Solicitor jobs in Hong Kong

The duties are to assist the General Counsel with

• Reviewing, drafting and negotiating contracts and agreements;
• Ensuring legal & regulatory compliance;
• Assisting in creating agendas for meetings and distributing relevant materials;
• Attending meetings, taking accurate notes and prepare meeting summaries;
• Defining and developing internal legal governance policies;
• Identifying key risks facing the Group and providing management with advice on emerging risks and/or exposures;
• Overseeing commercial transactions from an early stage on live projects to avoid/minimize the impact of subsequent disputes;
• Developing legal solutions from concept through to implementation stage;
• Any other ad hoc projects assigned by management

Qualifications & Experience

• Qualified lawyer in Hong Kong or other common law jurisdiction with at least 5 years of post-qualification, with practicing certificate (capacity to certifying original document as solicitor)
• 8 - 10 years of work experience at reputable law firms and/or international companies, with legal knowledge in the APAC region (including China); in-house and shipping industry experience preferred
• Fluent in spoken and written English. Good command of both spoken and written Chinese and Mandarin is an advantage
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with people at all levels and work in a multi-cultural work environment
• High attention to detail, and able to see and understand the bigger picture
• Mature and has a high sense of responsibility and accountability for work
• Good commercial acumen
• Efficient and able to prioritise workload, multi-task and work under time pressure

We offer a competitive package to the right candidate. Qualified and interested parties please send application quoting the above reference number, your current and expected salary to HR Department via email to Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All information collected will be treated with strict confidential and will be used for recruitment purpose only.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. The information provided will be treated in strict confidentiality and used for consideration of application for relevant/similar roles only. Applicants not being invited for interview in 6 weeks after job application may consider their application unsuccessful and your personal data will be destroyed after a period of 6 months.

• Seniority level Associate

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Legal
• Industries Maritime Transportation and Boilers, Tanks, and Shipping Container Manufacturing

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Company Description

Hong Kong - Shenzhen - Guangzhou - Shanghai - Beijing

JPC Texson Ltd, established since 1990, is a Hong Kong and China licensed Employment Consulting firm, specializes in Headhunting and Recruiting Services for companies in Hong Kong and China. We have offices in Hong Kong, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Shanghai and Beijing.

Job Description

THE COMPANY :

• We are a member of an international law firm headquartered in Europe
• We provide comprehensive legal services in all areas of business law, with a strong focus in M&A, corporate law.etc for private clients
• Our Hong Kong office is seeking a SOLICITOR - with details as follows :
  
  

• Hong Kong Qualified Solicitor; OR Hong Kong Registered Foreign Lawyer
• 4+ years post-qualification experience (PQE); of which 2+ years transactional work (M&A transactions, shareholders agreements, corporate structuring, etc.);
• Good command of written and spoken English
• An advantage if proficient in Chinese and/or a European language
• Strong client-facing, communication, and relationship management skills;
• A collaborative team player with solid interpersonal skills.
• International exposure is a plus
• Advise clients on M&A transactions, including due diligence, deal structuring, and negotiation of key terms
• Draft and review transactional documents such as SPAs, shareholder agreements, and investment agreements
• Provide strategic legal advice on corporate structuring, reorganizations, and joint ventures
• Support clients with corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory matters
• Collaborate with tax advisors, accountants, and other stakeholders to deliver integrated solutions
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and client relationship skills
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Consulting and Finance
• Industries Law Practice, Legal Services, and Administration of Justice

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Company Description
Hong Kong - Shenzhen - Guangzhou - Shanghai - Beijing
JPC Texson Ltd, established since 1990, is a Hong Kong and China licensed Employment Consulting firm, specializes in Headhunting and Recruiting Services for companies in Hong Kong and China. We have offices in Hong Kong, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Shanghai and Beijing.
Job Description
THE COMPANY :

• We are a member of an international law firm headquartered in Europe
• We provide comprehensive legal services in all areas of business law, with a strong focus in M&A, corporate law.etc for private clients
• Our Hong Kong office is seeking a SOLICITOR - with details as follows :
  

• Hong Kong Qualified Solicitor; OR Hong Kong Registered Foreign Lawyer
• 4+ years post-qualification experience (PQE); of which 2+ years transactional work (M&A transactions, shareholders agreements, corporate structuring, etc.);
• Good command of written and spoken English
• An advantage if proficient in Chinese and/or a European language
• Strong client-facing, communication, and relationship management skills;
• A collaborative team player with solid interpersonal skills.
• International exposure is a plus
• Advise clients on M&A transactions, including due diligence, deal structuring, and negotiation of key terms
• Draft and review transactional documents such as SPAs, shareholder agreements, and investment agreements
• Provide strategic legal advice on corporate structuring, reorganizations, and joint ventures
• Support clients with corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory matters
• Collaborate with tax advisors, accountants, and other stakeholders to deliver integrated solutions
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and client relationship skills
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Consulting and Finance
• Industries Law Practice, Legal Services, and Administration of Justice

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Company Description

Hong Kong - Shenzhen - Guangzhou - Shanghai - Beijing

JPC Texson Ltd, established since 1990, is a Hong Kong and China licensed Employment Consulting firm, specializes in Headhunting and Recruiting Services for companies in Hong Kong and China. We have offices in Hong Kong, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Shanghai and Beijing.

Job Description

THE COMPANY :

• We are a member of an international law firm headquartered in Europe
• We provide comprehensive legal services in all areas of business law, with a strong focus in transactional, M&A, corporate law.etc for private clients
• Our Hong Kong office is seeking a SOLICITOR - with details as follows :
  
  

• Hong Kong Qualified Solicitor; OR Hong Kong Registered Foreign Lawyer
• 4+ years post-qualification experience (PQE); of which 2+ years transactional work (M&A transactions, shareholders agreements, corporate structuring, etc.);
• Good command of written and spoken English
• An advantage if proficient in Chinese and/or a European language
• Strong client-facing, communication, and relationship management skills;
• A collaborative team player with solid interpersonal skills.
• International exposure is a plus
• Advise clients on M&A transactions, including due diligence, deal structuring, and negotiation of key terms
• Draft and review transactional documents such as SPAs, shareholder agreements, and investment agreements
• Provide strategic legal advice on corporate structuring, reorganizations, and joint ventures
• Support clients with corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory matters
• Collaborate with tax advisors, accountants, and other stakeholders to deliver integrated solutions
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and client relationship skills
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Consulting
• Industries Law Practice, Legal Services, and Administration of Justice

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Company Description
Hong Kong - Shenzhen - Guangzhou - Shanghai - Beijing
JPC Texson Ltd, established since 1990, is a Hong Kong and China licensed Employment Consulting firm, specializes in Headhunting and Recruiting Services for companies in Hong Kong and China. We have offices in Hong Kong, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Shanghai and Beijing.
Job Description
THE COMPANY :

• We are a member of an international law firm headquartered in Europe
• We provide comprehensive legal services in all areas of business law, with a strong focus in transactional, M&A, corporate law.etc for private clients
• Our Hong Kong office is seeking a SOLICITOR - with details as follows :
  

• Hong Kong Qualified Solicitor; OR Hong Kong Registered Foreign Lawyer
• 4+ years post-qualification experience (PQE); of which 2+ years transactional work (M&A transactions, shareholders agreements, corporate structuring, etc.);
• Good command of written and spoken English
• An advantage if proficient in Chinese and/or a European language
• Strong client-facing, communication, and relationship management skills;
• A collaborative team player with solid interpersonal skills.
• International exposure is a plus
• Advise clients on M&A transactions, including due diligence, deal structuring, and negotiation of key terms
• Draft and review transactional documents such as SPAs, shareholder agreements, and investment agreements
• Provide strategic legal advice on corporate structuring, reorganizations, and joint ventures
• Support clients with corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory matters
• Collaborate with tax advisors, accountants, and other stakeholders to deliver integrated solutions
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and client relationship skills
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Consulting
• Industries Law Practice, Legal Services, and Administration of Justice

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Company Introduction:

We’re home to Asia's most dynamic and vibrant capital markets.

Connecting capital, ideas, inspiration and innovation for deeper, more diverse and liquid global capital markets; providing greater choice and opportunity for our customers, each and every day.

HKEX is a purpose-driven company. Our commitment to the long-term development of our business and our markets is articulated in our purpose: "To Connect, Promote and Progress our Markets and the Communities they support for the prosperity of all."

Job Summary:

The Legal Services Department of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (“HKEX”) is seeking a motivated and dynamic individual to join its existing team to assist in all aspects of legal work involved in the implementation of HKEX’s strategic plan and to advise and support its business units.

Company Introduction:

We’re home to Asia's most dynamic and vibrant capital markets.

Connecting capital, ideas, inspiration and innovation for deeper, more diverse and liquid global capital markets; providing greater choice and opportunity for our customers, each and every day.

HKEX is a purpose-driven company. Our commitment to the long-term development of our business and our markets is articulated in our purpose: "To Connect, Promote and Progress our Markets and the Communities they support for the prosperity of all."

Job Summary:

The Legal Services Department of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (“HKEX”) is seeking a motivated and dynamic individual to join its existing team to assist in all aspects of legal work involved in the implementation of HKEX’s strategic plan and to advise and support its business units.

Job Duties:

• Provide advice to business units and senior management on legal and regulatory issues arising from the day-to-day operation of HKEX group companies;
• Draft, review and advice on rule amendments of the exchanges and the clearing houses;
• Review a wide range of contracts relating to the engagement of consultants and vendors, regulatory cooperation and other aspects of HKEX's group activities; and
• Work with and manage external counsel and undertake a mix of typical in-house functions
  
  

• Hong Kong qualified lawyer with at least 8 years' post qualification experience and a focus on or exposure to financial services/regulatory matters
• Excellent written and spoken English and good Chinese language skills is essential with proficiency in Putonghua would be an added advantage
• A strong team player with good commercial sense and the ability to work independently
• Candidates with experience in the following areas will be considered favourably: experience in derivatives (including OTC derivatives), providing advice on the Securities and Futures Ordinance and the rules and regulations of the exchanges and the clearing houses or financial regulation in other major jurisdictions
• Prior in-house experience is helpful but not essential. Experience gained from international law firms, overseas exchanges or clearing houses will add great value to this role
  
  

• Seniority level Executive

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Legal

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Company Introduction:

We’re home to Asia's most dynamic and vibrant capital markets.
Connecting capital, ideas, inspiration and innovation for deeper, more diverse and liquid global capital markets; providing greater choice and opportunity for our customers, each and every day.

HKEX is a purpose-driven company. Our commitment to the long-term development of our business and our markets is articulated in our purpose: "To Connect, Promote and Progress our Markets and the Communities they support for the prosperity of all."

Job Summary:
The Legal Services Department of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (“HKEX”) is seeking a motivated and dynamic individual to join its existing team to assist in all aspects of legal work involved in the implementation of HKEX’s strategic plan and to advise and support its business units.

Company Introduction:
We’re home to Asia's most dynamic and vibrant capital markets.
Connecting capital, ideas, inspiration and innovation for deeper, more diverse and liquid global capital markets; providing greater choice and opportunity for our customers, each and every day.
HKEX is a purpose-driven company. Our commitment to the long-term development of our business and our markets is articulated in our purpose: "To Connect, Promote and Progress our Markets and the Communities they support for the prosperity of all."
Job Summary:
The Legal Services Department of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (“HKEX”) is seeking a motivated and dynamic individual to join its existing team to assist in all aspects of legal work involved in the implementation of HKEX’s strategic plan and to advise and support its business units.
Job Duties:

• Provide advice to business units and senior management on legal and regulatory issues arising from the day-to-day operation of HKEX group companies;
• Draft, review and advice on rule amendments of the exchanges and the clearing houses;
• Review a wide range of contracts relating to the engagement of consultants and vendors, regulatory cooperation and other aspects of HKEX's group activities; and
• Work with and manage external counsel and undertake a mix of typical in-house functions
  

• Hong Kong qualified lawyer with at least 8 years' post qualification experience and a focus on or exposure to financial services/regulatory matters
• Excellent written and spoken English and good Chinese language skills is essential with proficiency in Putonghua would be an added advantage
• A strong team player with good commercial sense and the ability to work independently
• Candidates with experience in the following areas will be considered favourably: experience in derivatives (including OTC derivatives), providing advice on the Securities and Futures Ordinance and the rules and regulations of the exchanges and the clearing houses or financial regulation in other major jurisdictions
• Prior in-house experience is helpful but not essential. Experience gained from international law firms, overseas exchanges or clearing houses will add great value to this role
  

• Seniority level Executive

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Legal

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HashKey Group is Asia’s leading end-to-end digital asset financial services group. With one of the first licensed virtual asset exchanges in Hong Kong, we are at the forefront of driving institutional-grade digital asset innovation across regulated trading, custody, asset management, and blockchain solutions in global markets.

Role Overview

We are seeking a collaborative and sharp Legal Counsel or Senior Legal Counsel to join our expanding legal team. This is a high-impact role supporting the legal and regulatory functions of our licensed virtual asset exchange operating in Hong Kong, Bermuda, the UAE, and other jurisdictions. The role includes advisory on regulatory interaction, licensing, commercial partnerships, risk disclosures and marketing initiatives, with strong scope for career growth and meaningful work in digital finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a key legal advisor for the Group’s regulated exchange businesses
• Strategically problem solving through regulatory enquiries, hands-on drafting of regulatory responses and manage fire drills. Dismantle complex or novel regulatory scenarios, such as new licensing criteria, product approval cycles, or shifting regulatory obligations, by designing tailored approaches that balance business objectives with full regulatory compliance
• Draft and negotiate a wide range of commercial and exchange-related contracts, including distribution, listing, custodian agreements, OTC, fund related documentation, partnership MOUs, confidentiality agreements, intragroup agreements and service arrangements, core client/user-facing documentation, terms and conditions, legal disclaimers, risk disclosures, etc.
• Continuously monitor the evolving local and international regulatory landscape affecting virtual asset exchanges, proactively identifying how new or proposed regulations may impact the business. Devise coordinated strategies for rapid compliance and risk mitigation, involving consultation with cross-functional teams
• Provide structured legal input in due diligence processes, product risk assessments, and investor communications
• Work cross-functionally with the business team, operations, product, compliance, risk and marketing personnel to assess contractual risks and ensure alignment with regulatory expectations

What We Are Looking For

• Legal qualification in Hong Kong or the United States (HK-qualified preferred)
• 1-3 years’ PQE with corporate or disputes (non contentious) experience with a reputable law firm; additional in-house experience in virtual assets, securities, or fintech sectors is ideal.
• Exceptional legal drafting skills
• Strategic thinker, capable of juggling multiple priorities and managing tight deadlines
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to provide advice under pressure and at pace
• Hands-on experience working with or advising regulated financial institutions, or engaging with regulatory authorities
• Adaptability to a rapidly evolving industry and familiarity with or interest in digital asset regulatory frameworks
• Language proficiency in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin (written and spoken)

What We Offer

• A rare opportunity to join a landmark regulated virtual asset exchange at the cutting edge of financial and technological innovation
• Dynamic and supportive work environment with close access to senior leadership
• Regional exposure across multiple active regulatory regimes in Asia and beyond
• Rich learning opportunities on both traditional legal frameworks and the new frontier of digital regulation

• Seniority level Not Applicable

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Legal

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HashKey Group is Asia’s leading end-to-end digital asset financial services group. With one of the first licensed virtual asset exchanges in Hong Kong, we are at the forefront of driving institutional-grade digital asset innovation across regulated trading, custody, asset management, and blockchain solutions in global markets.

Role Overview

We are seeking a collaborative and sharp Legal Counsel or Senior Legal Counsel to join our expanding legal team. This is a high-impact role supporting the legal and regulatory functions of our licensed virtual asset exchange operating in Hong Kong, Bermuda, the UAE, and other jurisdictions. The role includes advisory on regulatory interaction, licensing, commercial partnerships, risk disclosures and marketing initiatives, with strong scope for career growth and meaningful work in digital finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a key legal advisor for the Group’s regulated exchange businesses
• Strategically problem solving through regulatory enquiries, hands-on drafting of regulatory responses and manage fire drills. Dismantle complex or novel regulatory scenarios, such as new licensing criteria, product approval cycles, or shifting regulatory obligations, by designing tailored approaches that balance business objectives with full regulatory compliance
• Draft and negotiate a wide range of commercial and exchange-related contracts, including distribution, listing, custodian agreements, OTC, fund related documentation, partnership MOUs, confidentiality agreements, intragroup agreements and service arrangements, core client/user-facing documentation, terms and conditions, legal disclaimers, risk disclosures, etc.
• Continuously monitor the evolving local and international regulatory landscape affecting virtual asset exchanges, proactively identifying how new or proposed regulations may impact the business. Devise coordinated strategies for rapid compliance and risk mitigation, involving consultation with cross-functional teams
• Provide structured legal input in due diligence processes, product risk assessments, and investor communications
• Work cross-functionally with the business team, operations, product, compliance, risk and marketing personnel to assess contractual risks and ensure alignment with regulatory expectations

What We Are Looking For

• Legal qualification in Hong Kong or the United States (HK-qualified preferred)
• 1-3 years’ PQE with corporate or disputes (non contentious) experience with a reputable law firm; additional in-house experience in virtual assets, securities, or fintech sectors is ideal.
• Exceptional legal drafting skills
• Strategic thinker, capable of juggling multiple priorities and managing tight deadlines
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to provide advice under pressure and at pace
• Hands-on experience working with or advising regulated financial institutions, or engaging with regulatory authorities
• Adaptability to a rapidly evolving industry and familiarity with or interest in digital asset regulatory frameworks
• Language proficiency in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin (written and spoken)

What We Offer

• A rare opportunity to join a landmark regulated virtual asset exchange at the cutting edge of financial and technological innovation
• Dynamic and supportive work environment with close access to senior leadership
• Regional exposure across multiple active regulatory regimes in Asia and beyond
• Rich learning opportunities on both traditional legal frameworks and the new frontier of digital regulation

• Seniority level Not Applicable

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Legal

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