Tuesday, March 23, 2010

Recruitment Intern - Hong Kong - 0-1yrs Experience

Description

As the primary responsibility, assists with attorney recruiting in Asia including on-campus interview process, summer associate program and vacation placement program.

Responsibilities

Reports to the Recruitment & Development Manager.

* Arranges interview schedules for on campus interviewing
* Coordinates practical aspects of the summer and vacation placement programs in Asia including,
among other things, housing arrangements, office space and phone extensions
* Data Entry through LawCruit program
* Assist with planning events for summer program and graduate recruitment program generally
Coordinate all logistics for events mentioned above
* Work with Training specialist to coordinate logistics of training program for interns
* Research and develop relationships with law school contacts and societies
* Scanning documents for recruitment filing
* Coordinates office space, phone extensions, etc., for shadowing during vacation placement
* Performs other related recruitment duties as assigned

Requirements

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER JOB-RELATED COMPETENCIES:

* Knowledge of Firm operation, policies and procedures
* Excellent interpersonal skills
* Ability to meet deadlines
* Ability to communicate effectively and courteously
* Ability to organize/prioritize work
* Works well under pressure
* Performs as a team player
* Flexibility to adjust hours to meet operating needs

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

* Currently pursuing degree in Media, Communications, Arts or Social Sciences

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Friday, March 12, 2010

Looking for: Legal Associates - Singapore - Newly Qualified - 10yrs Exp.

Description

We invite applications from Advocates & Solicitors for Legal Associate positions.

Responsibilities

Litigation and commercial work in our Shipping, Arbitration & Dispute Resolution and Insurance Departments.

Requirements

Relevant experience is preferred but not necessary.

Other Benefits

We offer a pleasant working environment, an attractive remuneration package and excellent career development opportunities.

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Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Litigation & Dispute Resolution Lawyers - Singapore - PQE 3-5yrs

Description

We invite dedicated professionals to join our team as Litigation & Dispute Resolution Lawyers.

Responsibilities

The firm’s continued expansion in Singapore and abroad would require our lawyers to be highly motivated and committed individuals.

Requirements

Practitioners must have 3 to 5 years PQE for our Litigation & Dispute Resolution Group.

Other Benefits

Pays competitive salaries, assessed according to the individual candidate's experience.

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Corporate & Securities Lawyers - Singapore - PQE 3-5yrs

Description

We invite dedicated professionals to join our team as Lawyers.

Responsibilities

The firm’s continued expansion in Singapore and abroad would require our lawyers to be highly motivated and committed individuals.

Requirements

Practitioners must have 3 to 5 years PQE for our Corporate & Securities Law Group.

Other Benefits

Pays competitive salaries, assessed according to the individual candidate's experience

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Banking, Finance & Property Lawyers - Singapore - PQE 3-5yrs

Description

We invite dedicated professionals to join our team as Banking, Finance and Property Lawyers.

Responsibilities

The firm’s continued expansion in Singapore and abroad would require our lawyers to be highly motivated and committed individuals.

Requirements

Practitioners must have 3 to 5 years PQE for our Banking, Finance & Property Group.

Other Benefits

Pays competitive salaries, assessed according to the individual candidate's experience.

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Practice Development Administrator - Hong Kong - 4-6yrs Exp.

Description

This position will handle all business development and marketing functions, both strategic and tactical, for the Hong Kong office, as well as other assigned firm-wide initiatives and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Duties include, but are not limited to, collaborating with practice area leaders, office administrators, and industry and marketing group(s); providing business development, marketing, and communications support to firm lawyers; maintaining proposal database and league table/industry survey content; supporting responses to RFPs, presentations, and other opportunities through written proposal and presentation materials; and assisting with the execution of client-development events. Additional responsibilities include developing annual budgets and supporting the Talent Development Department's lateral recruiting efforts.

Requirements

Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. The successful candidate will be customer service oriented, technologically savvy, organized, able to multi-task, demonstrate good judgment, prioritize, and exhibit sound judgment in a multi-leader, team-oriented, fast-paced environment.

A minimum of 4 to 6 years of business development and/or marketing-related position in a law firm or other professional services environment is required. A bachelor's degree in marketing, business, research, or communications-related field is preferred, as is a J.D.

Professionals from legal, financial services, investment banking, accounting, or business consulting are encouraged to apply.

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Sunday, March 7, 2010

Hiring: Senior IT/Media/Telco Technology Lawyer - Singapore - PQE 5-8yrs

Responsibilities

You will be involved in a broad range of commercial, IT and telco agreements, drafting, negotiating, and interpreting agreements in the areas of telecommunications issues and licensing arrangements.

Requirements

Candidates must have been admitted to practice in Singapore and should have at least 5 years’ PQE, with IT/Telco experience and strong negotiating skills. Candidates must also be familiar with Broadcast agreements, Media Management and Regulation.

This is a long-term position and would suit a dynamic and outgoing personality. An ability to work independently and as part of a team are important attributes.

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Hiring: Corporate / Project Finance Lawyer - Singapore - PQE 5-10yrs

Description

Well established Singapore firm seeking a UK-admitted solicitor to join its ranks as it expands its service scope to include English law. The firm’s practice covers project finance, M&A, commercial and general banking work, both on and offshore.

Responsibilities

The position will be based in Singapore.

Requirements

A team player, the candidate must have strong academic qualifications with at least 5 years PQE with a major English firm. The candidate must be admitted to practice in the UK.

Other Benefits

Excellent remuneration package and ongoing career development opportunities. Ideal for those looking to resettle in Singapore.

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Hiring: Marketing Assistant - Hong Kong - 1-3yrs exp

Description

REPORTS TO:
Marketing Services Manager

GENERAL SUMMARY:
This position assists with the marketing, business development and communications efforts of the Hong Kong and Beijing lawyers in close cooperation with the practice group marketing managers for the relevant practices.

PERSONAL CONTACTS:
The Marketing Assistant must be able to interact at all levels of the Firm. Most of the day-to-day interaction will be with lawyers and other members of the marketing staff.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Coordinate and manage the implementation of the firm’s business development and marketing strategy and profile-building in the Hong Kong and PRC markets
  • Coordinate and manage all aspects of seminars, client receptions, and other client-related events, including invitation mailings and response tracking, venue selection, on-site hospitality and oversight, AV and other logistics, and catering
  • Attend events and assist in registration and other on-site activities
  • Produce companion presentation materials: Oversee compilation, printing, and distribution.
  • Serve as primary contact for development and production of customized marketing pitch materials and RFP responses
  • Administer and supervise all marketing-related office mailings, including invitations, client updates, and attorney announcements
  • Maintain electronic file system of marketing information consistent with firm wide approach
  • Assist with post-event follow-up activity
  • Coordinate and update relevant directory listings and survey information
  • Update and maintain mailing lists; use the firm’s Interaction database to produce mailings and reports
  • Update and maintain information on the firm’s web sites
  • Help develop and oversee budgets for events and other projects
  • Manage the translation and production of marketing materials in English and Mandarin (Simplified and Traditional Characters)

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

  • Excellent project management, organizational, and planning skills
  • Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines
  • Self starter
  • Fluency in English and Mandarin (including familiarity with Mainland Chinese usage)
  • Additional Cantonese fluency would be an advantage
  • Good writing, editing and proofreading skills
  • Proficient with Microsoft office, including Powerpoint
  • Detail-oriented and organized
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Polite, professional, positive manner
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Ability to function in a collaborative organization and be a team player

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • College degree
  • 1-3 years experience in a business development or marketing role, preferably in a law firm
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Looking for: Of Counsel / Partner - Intellectual Property - Shanghai - PQE 6-7yrs

Description

We require an Of Counsel/Partner for our growing Intellectual Property Group in Shanghai.

Requirements

The ideal candidate should have solid experience in IP rights, IP prosecution and enforcement in China, Hong Kong and the U.S. An advanced background in a science discipline (particularly bioscience and life sciences) is especially valued. The candidate must have a U.S. Patent and Trademark qualification. Prior experience in a senior IP in-house or private practice role is highly desired. Fluent English and Mandarin language skills are required.

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Looking for: Partner / Team - Litigation - Hong Kong - PQE Newly Qualified - 10yrs

Description

We are looking for a partner or a team to join us.

Requirements

Individuals with more contentious backgrounds in commercial litigation and international arbitration, and contentious and non-contentious experience in regulatory matters. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking to join a successful and growing practice with a broad range of Asian and international clients. Candidates need to be team players and bring a substantial following (US$2m+).

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Hiring: Partner/Team - Litigation - Tokyo - PQE Newly Qualified - 10yrs

Description

We are looking to grow our litigation practice in Tokyo.

Requirements

Candidates with more specific contentious backgrounds (such as IP, product liability, employment or internal investigations) are invited to apply. We have a busy and expanding practice in Tokyo and represent a broad range of Japanese and international clients. Successful candidates will need to have a substantial following (US$2m+). Ideally, we would like to bring in a team (boutique firm) but will consider individual partner applications.

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Looking for: Associate - Beijing - PQE 3-10yrs

Description

We require an associate for our growing business in Beijing.
Responsibilities

Requirements

* LLB degree or Master degree
* With 3 years of equivalent experience
* Passed the bar examination of China
* Independent, resourceful, meticulous and keen to learn
* A team player, with good work attitude
* Fluent English and Mandarin language skills

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Hiring: Assistant Solicitor - Shipping Litigation (Dry) - Hong Kong - PQE 2-10yrs

Description

Assistant Solicitor in 5 man Team led by a senior Partner practicing Shipping litigation.

Requirements

Shipping Litigation Experience.

Prior Practice in UK jurisdiction preferred.

Other Benefits

Market Rates.

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Hiring: Corporate Finance Lawyer - Hong Kong - PQE 4-5yrs

Description

We are seeking a Corporate Finance Lawyer to join our Hong Kong office.

Responsibilities

Working on IPO matters within Asia.

Requirements

* 4-5 years PQE
* Relevant IPO experience is a must
* International firm experience is preferred but not essential
* Bilingual / Bi-literate (English and Mandarin)
* Willing to travel and work independently

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Hiring: Senior Lawyers - Australia - PQE 8-10yrs

Description

We are expanding quickly and are on the lookout for more unforgettable senior lawyers.

Requirements

You will need to have at least eight years experience, be commercially astute and pragmatic, value excellence and ideally have worked in both private practice and in-house. Interests outside of the law are also mandatory.


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Hiring: Senior Litigator - Shanghai - PQE 6-10yrs

Description

Senior litigator required, including candidates at partnership entry level, with experience in running international arbitrations and court proceedings involving trade, financial and investment issues.

Requirements

* Admitted to practice in a common law jurisdiction.
* Bilingual capability a definite advantage but not essential.
* Proven experience of working in PRC.


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Hiring: Corporate/ Commercial Lawyer - Shanghai - PQE 3-6yrs

Description

Due to increased activity in our Shanghai office, we are looking to further expand our team. This is exciting news and is a result of the very impressive marketing and work product efforts of our Shanghai team.


Requirements

The successful candidate will have 3+ years experience in drafting contracts, negotiating sale and purchase agreements, assisting in JV establishments, and working on other corporate and commercial based contracts. Fluent English and Mandarin language skills are essential.

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Looking for: Litigation Lawyer - Hong Kong - PQE 2-4yrs

Description

We are seeking a Litigation Lawyer (2 to 4 years’ PQE) to join our thriving litigation practice.
Responsibilities

The mix of work includes commercial litigation, shareholders’ dispute, construction claims, arbitration, land-related litigation, actions, trespasses, easements, building management, land resumption, judicial review and general litigation.
Requirements

The candidate should have strong academic credentials and solid training. Chinese language skills (spoken and written) are preferred.
Other Benefits

We offer a generous remuneration package, exposure to high quality legal work, good research facilities and excellent library and general support, and good long term prospects.

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Looking for: PRC Corporate Associate - Beijing - PQE 1-2yrs

Responsibilities

As a member of our corporate team in BJ, the qualified candidate will work with our senior associates on China related Hong Kong IPOs, listing rules compliances, China-related offshore transactions and restructurings. He/She is expected to participate in the preparation of corporate transactions documents and to play an active role to assist senior members of the team to run a corporate transaction.
Requirements

* 1-2 years post qualification experience in corporate, M&A, equity capital markets
* PRC Qualified
* Worked in PRC or International Law firm
* Proficient in English

Work based competencies

We would expect the successful candidate to have a minimum of 1 years experience in private practise

Technical

* Legal ability - detailed grasp of complex legal concepts, excellent drafting skills, ability to see issues from a commercial perspective and able to communicate complex legal advice to clients effectively
* Delivering excellent client service - excellent communications skills, driven to deliver to clients promptly, sets themselves challenging goals and resilient in achieving them

Client

* Finding and winning - able to build relationships with clients, identifies opportunities and networks effectively internally
* Practice/firm promotion - acts as an ambassador for the firm, writes technical articles for publication
* Developing and retaining - works to become a trusted advisor to the client, aware of client industry dynamics, works closely with the Business Development Team

People

* Leadership and management - acts as role model to others, provides coaching to those more junior than themselves
* Initiative and managing change - resilient in the face of multiple priorities, able to deliver difficult messages, takes ownership for resolving problems pro-actively
* Teamwork and communication - seeks out the views of others, assured and succinct in communication
* Impact and personal development - proactively requests feedback from others, able to deal with constructive criticism and takes ownership for self-development

Firm

* Financial performance - familiar with key drivers of firm performance
* Risk management and professional ethics - takes responsibility for personal and professional ethics, understanding of reputational risk and the regulatory framework, prepared to seek advice where appropriate
* Knowledge management - shares knowledge with others proactively, consults with senior technical experts where appropriate
* Firm contribution - high level of personal integrity, contributes to developing a diverse and innovative culture, prepared to go the extra mile


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Job Opening: Litigation Associate - Hong Kong - PQE 1-2yrs

Responsibilities

Our Hong Kong office is looking for an experienced general commercial litigator.
Requirements

* 1- 2 years post qualification experience within the litigation practice of a top tier firm
* Arbitration experience would be an advantage but is not essential
* Significant hands on transactional experience
* A legal qualification obtained in Hong Kong, UK or the equivalent
* Fluent written and spoken English is required; ideally with Cantonese proficiency. Knowledge in Mandarin will be advantageous.

Work Based Competencies

We would expect the successful candidate to have 1 to 2 years experience in private practice:

Technical

Legal ability -

* detailed grasp of complex legal concepts, excellent drafting skills, ability to see issues from a commercial perspective and able to communicate complex legal advice to clients effectively
* Delivering excellent client service - excellent communications skills, driven to deliver to clients promptly, sets themselves challenging goals and resilient in achieving them

Client

* Finding and winning - able to build relationships with clients, identifies opportunities and networks effectively internally
* Practice/firm promotion - acts as an ambassador for the firm, writes technical articles for publication
* Developing and retaining - works to become a trusted advisor to the client, aware of client industry dynamics, works closely with the Business Development Team

People

* Leadership and management - acts as role model to others, provides coaching to those more junior than themselves
* Initiative and managing change - resilient in the face of multiple priorities, able to deliver difficult messages, takes ownership for resolving problems pro-actively
* Teamwork and communication - seeks out the views of others, assured and succinct in communication
* Impact and personal development - proactively requests feedback from others, able to deal with constructive criticism and takes ownership for self-development

Firm

* Financial performance - familiar with key drivers of firm performance
* Risk management and professional ethics - takes responsibility for personal and professional ethics, understanding of reputational risk and the regulatory framework, prepared to seek advice where appropriate
* Knowledge management - shares knowledge with others proactively, consults with senior technical experts where appropriate
* Firm contribution - high level of personal integrity, contributes to developing a diverse and innovative culture, prepared to go the extra mile


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Hiring: Corporate / Project Finance Lawyer - Singapore - PQE 5-10yrs

Description

Well established Singapore firm seeking a UK-admitted solicitor to join its ranks as it expands its service scope to include English law. The firm’s practice covers project finance, M&A, commercial and general banking work, both on and offshore.
Responsibilities

The position will be based in Singapore.
Requirements

A team player, the candidate must have strong academic qualifications with at least 5 years PQE with a major English firm. The candidate must be admitted to practice in the UK.
Other Benefits

Excellent remuneration package and ongoing career development opportunities. Ideal for those looking to resettle in Singapore.

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Hiring: US Securities Lawyer - Hong Kong - PQE 3-4yrs

Requirements

  • Degree in Law and 4 level (US)/3 PQE
  • US securities laws
  • Based in Hong Kong
  • With experience with a Wall Street firm (preferred but not essential)
  • Native or near-native English speaker; and
  • A Mandarin speaker (highly preferred)
  • Visa will be sponsored
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Hiring: Senior IT/Media/Telco Technology Lawyer - Singapore - PQE 5-8 yrs

Responsibilities

You will be involved in a broad range of commercial, IT and telco agreements, drafting, negotiating, and interpreting agreements in the areas of telecommunications issues and licensing arrangements.

Requirements

Candidates must have been admitted to practice in Singapore and should have at least 5 years’ PQE, with IT/Telco experience and strong negotiating skills. Candidates must also be familiar with Broadcast agreements, Media Management and Regulation.

This is a long-term position and would suit a dynamic and outgoing personality. An ability to work independently and as part of a team are important attributes.

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