Oversee and manage the legal affairs of the company, conduct legal research and analysis on regulatory changes affecting the hedge fund industry, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents, contracts, and agreements (i.e., Trading agreement, ISDA, GMRA, employment contract, vendor agreement) to protect the company's interests. Provide legal advice on corporate governance, compliance, and risk management matters, collaborate with various departments to address legal issues and provide strategic guidance. Serve as secretary of the Board and Committees, liaise with senior management of BU and timely organize the regular meetings. Manage relationships with external legal counsel and other service providers as necessary, lead legal operations across multiple countries. Assist in the development and implementation of company policies and procedures. Support the compliance team in addressing legal issues related to compliance and regulatory matters. Assist in dispute resolution and litigation management. Requirements
Law degree from top program, qualification to practice as a solicitor or barrister in Hong Kong, China or US. 5-10 years of legal experience, preferably in-house within the financial services sector, especially hedge funds. Significant transactional legal experience is definitely an advantage. Fluency in English, Cantonese and Mandarin. Strong knowledge of relevant laws and regulations, including securities laws and regulatory compliance. Excellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skills, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, strong legal research and writing skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects effectively. Strong interpersonal, relationship management and presentational skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Membership in a relevant bar association is preferred. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Legal Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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