Job description
Join a world-class financial institution renowned for its global influence, resilience, and sustained success. This is a unique opportunity for accomplished litigation and regulatory lawyers-whether from international law firms or in-house roles within global financial services-to shape the legal strategy behind high-stakes matters that define the organization's growth and risk management for years to come.
About the Role
As Senior Legal Counsel, you will play a central role in navigating complex litigation and regulatory challenges. Working within a dynamic, high-performing legal team, you'll deliver strategic guidance, lead dispute resolution, and craft responses to issues with far-reaching impact across the financial sector. Your expertise will safeguard the business while helping to chart its long-term direction.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic advisory: Provide counsel to senior stakeholders on litigation, regulatory, and investigative matters.
- Litigation leadership: Drive dispute resolution strategies, manage external counsel, and prepare for hearings.
- Risk evaluation: Analyze evidentiary strength and assess exposure in active and potential cases.
- Policy influence: Contribute legal insight to operational initiatives and governance frameworks.
- Investigations support: Partner on internal investigations, ensuring compliance and ethical standards.
- Team development: Mentor junior lawyers and foster a culture of excellence.
What We're Looking For
- Hong Kong-qualified solicitor with 10+ years' PQE in litigation and financial regulation.
- Strong academic background from a respected institution.
- International law firm training with proven experience in complex matters.
- Language skills: Fluent English and proficiency in Chinese.
- Analytical strength: Ability to distill complex issues into clear, actionable advice.
- Collaborative approach with outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
