Job Description
About The Client
Our client is a leader within the leasing and property management sector. They are now hiring a Senior Legal Counsel to act as the deputy to the department head, targeting candidates with PQE 10+ and also relevant experience acquired from sizeable companies. Experience from leasing & property management essential and proficiency in both English and Chinese required.
About The Role
Reporting into the General Counsel, you will assume responsibilities as below:
- Manage litigation-related matters within the premises, specifically property-related disputes e.g. rent arrears, applications for re-entry of leased premises, applications for re-possession and/or surrender of land in industrial estates, judicial review proceedings, etc.
- Draft, review and negotiate variety of legal documents including but not limited to commercial contracts, consultancy agreements, licensing agreements, lease agreements, confidentiality agreements, letters of intent etc.
- Be the internal legal advisor to different business divisions and recommend solutions to minimise business risks
- Liaise with external counsels and professional parties as the company legal representative
- Prepare legal updates and reports for senior management review
- Assistant General Counsel on compliance-related matters
- Support on ad hoc tasks as assigned
Requirements
The ideal candidate will be:
- Hong Kong qualified lawyer with PQE 10+ within legal and compliance field; candidates with in-house experience will be of advantage
- Solid experience in leasing and property management
- Attention to details with good analytical, problem-solving, oragnisational and management skills; alongside high standard of professional ethics and integrity
- Good interpersonal skills working with C-suite executives
- Proficiency in English and Chinese required
Click "Apply Now" to apply for this position or call Christina Lau at +852 3180 4934 for a confidential discussion. All information collected will be kept in strict confidence and will be used for recruitment purpose only.
