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Description

We have an opening in the Hong Kong M&A practice group. We are looking for a mid-level or senior-level corporate lawyer to advise our multinational clients on planning and implementation of multi-country corporate restructuring.  We value people with a "client-first" mindset, excellent communications skills, an appreciation for cultural differences and ability to work effectively as team players.

1. Responsibilities and exposure:

• Advise our multinational clients on planning and implementation of multi-country corporate restructuring
• Advise our clients on how to better organize the company for their needs
• Assist in the transaction details and negotiation
• Draft, review and negotiate legal documentation
• Interact with clients, counter-parties and creditors
• Project management; from pitching, fee proposal to management of matter

(b) Our Client Base:

We have more than 40 years of corporate/M&A experience in China and Hong Kong, and have accumulated in-depth knowledge of Chinese laws and practice. Our established M&A team has track record of advising on M&A transactions including the domestic and overseas activities. In China, we also have extensive experience in assisting Chinese companies and State-owned enterprises to invest aboard. We regularly represent clients from a range of industry sectors, including energy / natural resources, technology, media and communications, real estate, pharmaceuticals and healthcare, financial services, insurance, consumer goods and retail, food and beverage, and automotive sectors.

What are we looking for

Education: Law degree 

Legal experience level:

• 4-7 years PQE (Mid Level / Senior Level)

Experience:

• Hong Kong qualified
• Knowledge of strategic restructuring and reorganization of company is needed
• Strong knowledge in Hong Kong company law, corporate administration, and compliance matters
• Experience dealing with MNC clients is preferred
• Excellent English is needed
• Experience with international firms is preferred
• Strong client relationship skills
• Good judgment, and ability to exercise independent decision making and act autonomously
• Able to multi-task
• Strong communication skills

Languages: Fluency in English and Mandarin