Job Title: Legal Counsel (Asset Management)

Location: Hong Kong

Department: Legal

Reports to: General Counsel / Head of Legal

Employment Type: Full-Time

Company Overview

Our client is a leading global asset management firm, manages a large AUM in assets for institutional investors, high-net-worth individuals, and retail clients. With a commitment to delivering innovative investment solutions and exceptional client service, we are seeking a talented Legal Counsel to join our dynamic legal team.

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Legal Counsel with 5-10 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) to provide strategic legal support across our global operations. The successful candidate will advise on a broad range of legal matters, including investment management agreements, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and transactional support. This role requires a proactive, commercially minded lawyer with strong expertise in financial services and asset management.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including investment management agreements (IMAs), non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), vendor contracts, and distribution agreements.
• Provide legal advice on regulatory matters, including compliance with SFC, SEC, FCA, MiFID II, AIFMD, UCITS, and other relevant frameworks.
• Support the structuring, launch, and ongoing management of investment funds, including private funds, mutual funds, and ETFs.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., portfolio management, compliance, risk, and operations) to ensure alignment with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Advise on corporate governance, including board matters, policies, and procedures.
• Assist with transactional matters, such as M&A, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships.
• Monitor and interpret changes in laws and regulations affecting the asset management industry, providing actionable guidance to the business.
• Manage external counsel relationships and oversee litigation or disputes as needed.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of training programs on legal and compliance topics for employees.

Qualifications & Experience

• Qualified lawyer with 5-10 years of PQE, gained in a top-tier law firm and/or in-house at a financial services institution (asset management experience preferred).
• Strong knowledge of financial services regulations and investment products (e.g., funds, derivatives, securities).
• Proven experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts.
• Familiarity with cross-border legal and regulatory issues in the asset management industry.
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to provide practical, business-oriented legal advice.
• Bachelor’s degree in Law (or equivalent); admission to practice in Hong Kong, US or a Common Wealth jurisdicition

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Commercial acumen and a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a global team.

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