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Legal Counsel/Senior Legal Counsel, Property

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Job Description - Legal Counsel/Senior Legal Counsel, Property

Our client is a large, established Hong Kong-based corporate group with diversified business interests spanning property development, property management, commercial operations, and related investment activities. With a long operating history and a strong commitment to governance and compliance, the group offers a stable and professional environment for legal practitioners seeking a substantive in‑house role.

To support its Hong Kong operations, the group is now looking for a seasoned legal professional to take on a managerial position within its Legal function.

Why Join This Role?

  • Broad in‑house exposure to real estate, commercial, compliance, and operational legal matters
  • Opportunity to lead and mentor a small legal support team
  • A professional culture grounded in trust, autonomy, and legal excellence

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as a core legal contact for the business, delivering ongoing legal support across Hong Kong operations with emphasis on property‑related and commercial matters
  • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide spectrum of legal documentation, including development, construction, leasing, and general commercial agreements
  • Identify legal and commercial risks and provide pragmatic advice to minimise exposure while supporting business objectives
  • Ensure business activities remain aligned with Hong Kong legal, regulatory, and governmental requirements
  • Partner closely with internal stakeholders and liaise with external legal advisors and relevant authorities on legal issues and disputes
  • Manage and oversee litigation, claims, and other legal actions handled by external counsel when required
  • Assist with due diligence exercises and support legal aspects of property and business acquisitions or disposals
  • Advise on intellectual property matters and manage the maintenance and renewal of IP rights arising from operations
  • Track and analyse legal and regulatory developments impacting property and related industries and communicate implications to the business
  • Supervise and guide a small team of legal support staff, ensuring efficient workflows and timely delivery of legal support

Candidate Requirements

  • Hong Kong qualified solicitor with at least eight years of post‑qualification experience, gained through in‑house roles and/or established law firms
  • Proven hands‑on experience advising on Hong Kong real estate law with direct first‑hand sales legal experience, supplemented by solid exposure to general commercial matters
  • Strong practical understanding of Hong Kong statutory, regulatory, and governmental frameworks
  • Demonstrated excellence in contract drafting, negotiation, and legal evaluation
  • Capable of working autonomously while effectively prioritising and managing multiple workstreams
  • Excellent stakeholder‑management abilities with strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Fully fluent in English and Chinese, including Cantonese and Mandarin
  • Applicants with deeper experience and people‑management exposure may be considered for appointment as Senior Legal Counsel
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