And another job in Hong Kong
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Salary: Negotiable
Location: Hong Kong
Posted: 07/01/2010
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Employer: CML Offshore – Hong Kong
Contact: Mr. Rob Green
Reference: RG070120101
Sector: Capital Markets, Securitisation, Corporate / M&A
Experience: Mid Level, Senior Level
Closing date: 07/02/2010
Our client is a major name in offshore law. They are looking for an experienced (5 years plus PQE) Capital Markets Lawyer. For this post you must have a diverse CM background and have proven exposure and experience on the advisory side.
Within this role your duties will include but are not limited to: –
???? Representing the group in dealings with other law firms, government representatives, agencies, and other professionals involved with the client?s matters.
???? Responsible for developing a thorough understanding of each assigned client?s business and business philosophy, and for communicating that knowledge to whomever within the group may work on the client?s matters.
???? Taking instructions from other attorneys or clients including suggesting, recommending and drafting instruments for a particular matter, involving attorneys in other practice groups, where necessary or relevant.
???? Responsible for effective caseload management.
???? Responsible for effective practice management in keeping with internal policies and procedures.
???? Assists in updating Knowledge Management data as it relates to corporate related work.
???? Maintains up to date knowledge of the law, both locally and internationally as it may impact the Cayman Islands and the clients.
???? Reviews and prepares contracts, including acquisitions and joint ventures, complex commercial transactions, mergers, buy-outs and other corporate business transactions.
???? Reviews documents prepared by other attorneys and provides comments thereon.
???? Settles the terms of new engagements and exercises due diligence in all matters.
???? Leads or assists in the drafting of precedent documentation for the practice group.
???? Mentors less experienced attorneys where needed.
???? Participates in the practice group?s marketing, education and training programmes
???? Manages client billing, including the pursuit of delinquent clients and taking the appropriate steps in accordance with internal policies and procedures.
???? Is directly responsible for opening of files, managing files and the closing of files upon completion and sending closed files to archives for safekeeping.
???? Advises clients, in keeping with the internal policies and procedures, with respect to all aspects of client matters assigned to the Corporate and Commercial practice group.
???? Performs other related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
???? Must be a qualified attorney with between 4-6 years PQE.
???? Knowledge of company law, commercial law and all other appropriate legal areas having regard to area of specialisation and level of qualification.
???? Advocacy skills appropriate to level of qualification.
???? Good academic record, as evidenced by degree and other exams and course grades.
???? Excellent interpersonal skills.
???? The ability to work as a member of a team
???? Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a thorough command of the English language including accurate spelling, grammar and punctuation. Cantonese and Mandarin fluency preferred.
???? A proven record of productivity and the ability to handle several matters at once.
???? Familiarity with operation of computers and major office software.
???? The ability to deal effectively and courteously with clients, attorneys and colleagues, and to exercise discretion and confidentiality in all matters.
For a discreet conversation about this role please contact Rob Green.
The salary will be excellent and low tax, plus benefits. In the first instance you must send your CV to Rob Green in Hong Kong on [email protected] or call +852 2203 0417. All shortlisted candidates will then be telephoned to discuss the role and firm in greater detail.
