Our client is a top international bank with a strong presence within the APAC region. They are currently looking for a Senior Legal Counsel with previous experience within the Financial Services.
Responsibilities:
- Provide legal advice and support to the Bank Management and Business units in order to minimize the legal risk.
- Secure the Bank's position and interests in its day-to-day operation and facilitate the Bank's business transactions.
- Draft and review documentations from legal and regulatory perspective to protect the interest of the Bank and reduce the legal risk exposure.
- Coordinate and participate in corporate projects and new product development to identify legal/compliance issues.
- Formulate and revise policies and guidelines and coordinate with the relevant departments to ensure the compliance with new and revised legal and regulatory requirements.
- Provide legal advice and support across all areas of the Bank to ensure the Bank's operations are in compliance with the legal and regulatory requirements.
- Provide advice and assistance to Anti-Money Laundering Team to ensure compliance with AML requirements.
Requirements:
- University graduate with major in Law or relevant disciplines.
- Minimum 4 - 6 years of relevant legal experience in banking industry.
- Sound knowledge in commercial laws including Companies, Banking, Commercial and Fund related areas.
- Strong analytical and communication skills.
- Self-motivated, independent and able to work under pressure.
- Good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese
