Total 6 Full-time legal counsel job vacancies in hong kong island central

• Execute legal proceedings as instructed by supervisor ranging from information gathering to liaising with the solicitors to ensure the progress is on schedule and on the right track
• Review all legal documents of the Company vetted by solicitors
• Preferred with knowledge of perusal of commercial contract
• Follow-up with existing customers on loan repayment and redemption in professional and integrity way
• Keep good filing works of the legal documents

• Diploma in Legal Studies is highly preferred, or equivalent qualifications, as well as HKQF level 3
• At least 2 years of legal working experience in litigation and/ or conveyancing matters or relevant field
• Possess knowledge in legal documents including but not limited to court documents (i.e. pleadings, judgement and legal research), land search, mortgage and discharge
• Self-motivated, attentive to details with strong sense of responsibility
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Good command of spoken and written English and Chinese
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Candidate with less experience will be considered as Assistant Officer

• Attractive remuneration package
• Career progression opportunities
• Discretionary performance bonus
• Medical & Dental insurance
• Birthday leave
• Anniversary leave
• Study leave
• Study subsidy scheme
• Employee property loan / personal loan scheme
• Numerous other staff benefits

Prenetics, a leading genomics-driven health sciences company, is revolutionizing prevention, early detection, and treatment. Our prevention arm, CircleDNA, uses whole exome sequencing to offer the world's most comprehensive consumer DNA test. Insighta, our $200 million joint venture with renowned scientist Prof. Dennis Lo, underscores our unwavering commitment to saving lives through pioneering multi-cancer early detection technologies. Insighta plans to introduce Presight for lung and liver cancers in 2025, and to expand with Presight One for 10+ cancers in 2027. Lastly, ACT Genomics, our treatment unit, is the first Asia-based company to achieve FDA clearance for comprehensive genomic profiling of solid tumors via ACTOnco. Each of Prenetics' units synergistically enhances our global impact on health, truly embodying our commitment to 'enhancing life through science.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Legal Counsel to oversee all legal matters and ensure compliance with the legal updates and obligations of a listed company. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in dealing with the legal requirements of a publicly traded company, preferably on NASDAQ, and possess a deep understanding of corporate law, securities regulation, and corporate governance. Less experienced candidates would be considered for the Senior Legal Counsel role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice and support on a wide range of corporate, securities, and regulatory matters related to the company’s status as a NASDAQ-listed entity.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable securities laws, regulations, and reporting requirements, including the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, SEC filings, and NASDAQ listing rules.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of periodic reports, proxy statements, and other SEC filings.
• Advise on corporate governance best practices and assist in the development and implementation of corporate policies and procedures.
• Monitor and analyze changes in laws and regulations that may affect the company and ensure timely and effective communication of relevant updates to the executive team and board of directors.
• Provide legal support for corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, financings, and other strategic initiatives.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts and agreements.
• Manage and coordinate with external legal counsel on various legal matters.
• Provide training and guidance to internal teams on legal and regulatory compliance.
• Support the board of directors and executive team with legal and strategic advice on corporate matters.
• Oversee company secretarial matters.
• Manage the employee share incentive plan, including overseeing the ESOP platform, grant letters, and arranging for issuances
• Manage the IP portfolio, including trademarks and patents
• Engage with relevant product/business units to support the legal aspects of product/service launches.

• LLB, or Juris Doctor (JD) degree or equivalent from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in a common law jurisdiction, such as Hong Kong or England, Malaysia. A big plus for candidates with US Bar.
• A minimum of 10 years of legal experience, with at least 3 years of experience in a publicly traded company, preferably on NASDAQ or NYSE.
• In-depth knowledge of securities laws, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven experience in preparing and submitting exchange filings and reports, especially SEC filings and reports.
• Strong understanding of corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, financings, and other strategic initiatives.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High ethical standards and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and integrity.
• Experience with handling regional legal matters

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the health sciences or biotechnology industry.
• Previous experience in a similar role within a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Our DNA is P-R-E-N-E-T-I-C-S. See what each word of our company name means:

Get to know us; Get to know our DNA!

Passion

• You are passionate about our mission and your job, and inspire others with your drive for excellence.

Resilience

• You are tenacious and calm despite challenges, changes, and stress. Sleeves rolled up, you attack every challenge head-on.

Empowerment

• You help colleagues across Prenetics succeed. You foster a strong team spirit while encouraging others to take initiatives and risks.

Integrity

• You are trustworthy, honest and accountable to your actions and commitments.

Epic

• You dare to take risks, deliver results and make things happen. You possess a growth mind-set and strive to continuously improve.

Transparency

• You speak up and share information even if it is controversial or difficult.
• You share wins and failures openly.

Ingenuity

• You make wise decisions despite ambiguity.
• You think outside the box, challenge the status quo and come up with creative solutions.

Communication

• You practice empathy, articulate your thoughts and ideas effectively and respectfully.

Selfless

• You seek what is best for Prenetics, not yourself or your team. You put the needs of the team before your own.

Join us now and be part of our exciting journey!

At Konew, we foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement and collaboration. We strive to develop our talents and provides incumbent with opportunities to be well-equipped for future careers. The intern will assist in Legal department daily operation.

We support life-long learning to fulfil their personal growth and career aspirations. We are also committed to creating a positive working environment which value a healthy work-life balance.

• Support our Legal Department to handle clerical and administrative work, including but not limited to data entry and filings

• Assist in review of simple legal documentation and regulatory responses
• Conduct research and analysis, including on laws and regulations
• Perform ad-hoc duties as assigned by Supervisor

• University Undergraduates Students, preferably in Legal or Business Admin or related disciplines
• Good command of both written and spoken English and Mandarin
• Knowledge in MS office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint) and Chinese Word Processing
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive, detail-minded, fast learner with good sense of responsibility
• Final year students will also be considered

• Execute legal proceedings as instructed by supervisor ranging from information gathering to liaising with the solicitors to ensure the progress is on schedule and on the right track
• Review all legal documents of the Company vetted by solicitors
• Preferred with knowledge of perusal of commercial contract
• Follow-up with existing customers on loan repayment and redemption in professional and integrity way
• Keep good filing works of the legal documents

• Bachelor Degree in any discipline, or equivalent qualifications at HKQF level 5
• At least 5 years of legal working experience in litigation and/ or conveyancing matters or relevant field
• Self-motivated, attentive to details with strong sense of responsibility
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Good command of spoken and written English and Chinese
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Candidate with experience/ knowledge in legal documents including but not limited to court documents (i.e. pleadings, judgement and legal research), land search, mortgage and discharge will be an added advantage

• Attractive remuneration package
• Career progression opportunities
• Discretionary performance bonus
• Medical & Dental insurance
• Birthday leave
• Anniversary leave
• Study leave
• Study subsidy scheme
• Employee property loan / personal loan scheme
• Numerous other staff benefits

Job Overview:  Providing support to the General Counsel Office (legal, compliance and risk functions). We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Secretary to join the General Counsel Office. The candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the legal, compliance and risk teams by managing a range of administrative tasks and ensuring the smooth operation of related functions. This role requires a candidate with a good understanding of corporate and legal secretarial and administrative procedures, and the capability to support and maintain legal and compliance knowledge management systems and regulatory records. Responsibilities: Legal and Compliance Support: Assist in the management and organization of legal documents and resources. Assist in the maintenance and organization of compliance records including SFC license applications, CPT training records, regulatory reports, questionnaires, and updates to licensed personnel records. Assist in coordinating regulatory communications, keeping minutes of regulatory meetings, and maintaining legal and compliance related professional licenses for GC Office staff. 2. Project-Based Tasks: Prepare board and shareholder resolutions, project-related ancillary documents, and facilitate document signing and closing logistics. Coordinate and maintain project bibles, NDA records, and draft and maintain meeting minutes. 3. Knowledgebase system: Contribute to the optimization, maintanence and upgrade of the legal and compliance 4. Billing Maintenance and Processing: Manage billing records and assist with processing invoices and expenses. 5. Team Support and Administrative Tasks: Coordinate team awards applications, interviews, and external meeting arrangements. Organize and support General Counsel Office team activities and cross-team meetings. Assist with administrative tasks including reimbursement and travel arrangements.   Qualifications: Minimum Bachelor's degree in relevant fields. 2-3 years of experience as a business secretary or company secretary in the financial, investment or fintech industry, or legal secretary or paralegal in well-established law firms. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively. Proficiency in maintaining records and documentation with a high level of accuracy. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Familiarity with legal and compliance systems and procedures is preferred. Language proficiency in English, Putonghua and Cantonese. Based in Hong Kong, the candidate is offered with an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team in a rapidly evolving industry. The successful candidate will contribute to the efficient functioning of the General Counsel Office while gaining valuable experience in the field of regulatory compliance, risk and legal operations.

Location: HKEX - Exchange Square Shift: Standard - 40 Hours (Hong Kong SAR) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Worker Type: Permanent Job Summary: Job Duties: Team Manager Job Responsibilities: Perform the role of a team manager in processing IPO applications, pre-IPO enquiries and policies matters Participate in IPO vetting and draft comment letters Monitor progress of a portfolio of listing applications n Draft Department reports to Listing Committee Provide support for ad hoc projects as required Job Requirements: Qualified lawyers/accountants with a minimum of 7 years working experience or university graduates of other relevant disciplines with at least 7 years working experience in law, accounting, corporate finance, investment banking or a related field Good experience that demonstrates knowledge of the Listing Rules and knowledge of the securities industry and its practices including securities laws and accounting practices n Strong interpersonal and presentation skills with knowledge of investigative techniques and procedures Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese. Proficiency in Putonghua is essential Team Member Job Responsibilities: Perform the role of a team member in processing IPO applications, pre-IPO enquiries and policies matters Participate in IPO vetting and draft comment letters Monitor progress of a portfolio of listing applications Draft Listing Division reports to Listing Committee Provide support for ad hoc projects as required Job Requirements: Qualified lawyers/accountants with a minimum of 4 years and above working experience or university graduates of other relevant disciplines with working experience in law, accounting, corporate finance, investment banking or a related field Good experience that demonstrates knowledge of the Listing Rules and knowledge of the securities industry and its practices including securities laws and accounting practices Strong interpersonal and presentation skills with knowledge of investigative techniques and procedures Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese. Proficiency in Putonghua is essential Company Introduction: Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) is one of the world's major exchange groups, and operates a range of equity, commodity, fixed income and currency markets. HKEX is the world's leading IPO market and as Hong Kong's only securities and derivatives exchange and sole operator of its clearing houses, it is uniquely placed to offer regional and international investors access to Asia's most vibrant markets. As the global markets leader in the Asian time-zone, we offer a world of opportunities for early careers and experienced hires. Here, we know that diverse thinking fosters better solutions, and we are committed to building an open and dynamic environment which allows our business to innovate and our people to thrive. Discover the latest career opportunities and programmes at HKEX. HKEX is committed as an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity is one of our core values and we look to support, respect diverse perspectives, abilities, culture and experiences within our workplace.