M&A Counsel
Key Responsibilities
- Provide legal support for transactions across Hong Kong, Mainland China, and other Asia Pacific jurisdictions
- Review, draft, and negotiate transaction documents with internal and external stakeholders
- Manage signing and closing processes, often in coordination with external counsel
- Handle transaction-related documentation such as NDAs, engagement letters, corporate resolutions, and KYC/AML compliance
- Support fund-related matters and host Investment Committee meetings
- Draft and review structured finance documentation, including commercial contracts, permits, and licenses
- Assist with legal issues related to insolvency, distressed debt, restructurings, waivers, and litigation
- Provide general legal advice to business units and manage relationships with external law firms
Candidate Requirements
- 2-5 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) with a focus on corporate transactions
- Experience in M&A and private equity investments
- Familiarity with both onshore and offshore deal structures and regulatory frameworks
- Qualified to practice law in Hong Kong, Mainland China, or another recognized jurisdiction
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- Fluency in English and Mandarin (spoken and written)
- In-house legal experience is a plus but not required
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