Corporate Lawyer

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate complex sales contracts, financing agreements, and cross-border commercial documents for Asian markets.
• Interpret and advise on securities regulations, market rules, and compliance requirements across multiple Asian jurisdictions.
• Support the structuring of equity, debt, and derivative transactions with a focus on legal risk mitigation.
• Conduct legal due diligence on counterparties, investment structures, and financial transactions.
• Work closely with Legal, Finance, Sales, and Risk teams to evaluate contract terms, market implications, and potential exposures.
• Monitor regulatory and policy updates from agencies such as MAS, HKMA, JFSA, and CSRC and provide guidance to internal stakeholders.
• Prepare legal analyses, memos, and risk assessments related to capital markets and cross-border activities.
• Serve as the internal subject-matter expert on contract law and capital-market regulations.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of internal compliance procedures.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree; admission to practice law preferred.
• Experience in corporate law, securities law, or capital markets.
• Proven ability to negotiate and interpret complex commercial and financial contracts.
• Working knowledge of derivatives, structured products, and capital-market instruments.
• Familiarity with Asian regulatory bodies and international compliance standards.
• Strong analytical, communication, and research skills.
• Ability to convey complex legal and financial concepts clearly to diverse stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with strong risk-management instincts.

Preferred Skills

• Licensed in CA
• Background in investment banking, international trade law, or corporate finance.
• Experience supporting multinational clients or cross-border legal matters.