Regional Legal Counsel – Asia North
We are seeking a bright and energetic individual with good judgment to act as Regional Legal Counsel for Asia North, reporting to our Chief Legal Counsel for Asia. This position will be attractive to someone who thrives in the intellectually challenging and stimulating atmosphere of a leading global consulting firm and who desires to have a regional role that covers the North Asian markets. This position can be located in Seoul, Tokyo or Hong Kong.
Job description
? Provide legal support to the Mercer business lines on a variety of business issues requiring legal advice, including general corporate commercial matters, development of new services, regulatory requirements, dispute resolution and employment matters.
? Practise a client-oriented work approach and foster a positive legal, compliance & governance culture.
? Participate in legal risk management initiatives.
? Legal qualification with admission as legal practitioner in one or more major jurisdictions a plus
? Law degree from a top university, preferably with a postgraduate degree a plus
? Minimum of 4 years PQE (combination of regional legal practice with top-tier legal firms & in-house counsel role with large MNCs).
? Languages – Fluency in English and Korean or Japanese a plus
? High levels of “EQ” & good communication skills
? Integrity and professionalism; must be a team player
? Good organisational skills and ability to work to tight deadlines
