Monday, May 31, 2010

Paralegal (Litigation Department) - Hong Kong - 3-10yrs

Responsibilities

* Provide support to various projects in Litigation Department
* Assist in the provision of services to our clients and drafting documents

Requirements

* Form 7 with legal qualifications
* Minimum 4 years' relevant experience from well-regarded law firms
* Excellent communication skills in both written and spoken English and Chinese; fluency in Mandarin an asset
* Dynamic, self-motivated and efficient; able to work under pressure
* Able to work in a fast-paced environment and multi-task
* Strong computer skills

Other Benefits

We understand that our people are our greatest asset. Attractive salary, fringe benefits and excellent career development opportunities will be offered to the right candidates.

For more information please visit: Paralegal (Litigation Department) Position If you need further assistance please contact us at info@cqrecruit.com

Paralegal (Commercial Department) - Hong Kong - 3-10yrs

Responsibilities

* Provide support to various projects in Commercial Department
* Assist in the provision of services to our clients and drafting documents

Requirements

* Form 7 with legal qualifications
* Minimum 3 years' relevant experience from well-regarded law firms
* Excellent communication skills in both written and spoken English and Chinese; fluency in Mandarin an asset
* Dynamic, self-motivated and efficient; able to work under pressure
* Able to work in a fast-paced environment and multi-task
* Strong computer skills

Other Benefits

We understand that our people are our greatest asset. Attractive salary, fringe benefits and excellent career development opportunities will be offered to the right candidates.

For more information please visit: Paralegal (Commercial Department) Position If you need further assistance please contact us at info@cqrecruit.com

Paralegal (Real Estate Department) - Hong Kong - 3-10yrs

Responsibilities

* Provide general legal and administrative support to a team in our highly regarded Real Estate / Hospitality & Leisure Group
* Assist in the provision of services to our clients and drafting proposals

Requirements

* Form 7 with legal qualifications
* Minimum 3 years' relevant experience from well-regarded legal firms; experience in dealing with property work an advantage
* Excellent communication skills in both written and spoken English and Chinese; fluency in Mandarin an asset
* Hardworking, self-motivated and efficient; able to work under pressure
* Strong computer skills
* Able to work in a fast-paced environment and multi-task

Other Benefits

We understand that our people are our greatest asset. Attractive salary, fringe benefits and excellent career development opportunities will be offered to the right candidates.

For more information please visit: Paralegal (Real Estate Department) Position If you need further assistance please contact us at info@cqrecruit.com

Legal Secretary - Hong Kong - 8-10yrs

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

* To provide top quality secretarial and administrative support to partners and other legal professionals
* To assist in any ad hoc secretarial assignments

Requirements

KEY EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Essential

* Diploma or degree holder
* 8+ years experience in a major legal firm

KEY SKILLS

Essential

* Excellent written and oral communication skills in English & Chinese, knowledge of Putonghua is essential
* A team player, self motivated, well organized and able to work under pressure
* Good PC (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and Chinese WP skills
* Willing to work overtime
* Good interpersonal and communications skills

For more information please visit: Legal Secretary Position If you need further assistance please contact us at info@cqrecruit.com

Legal Executives (Secretaries) - Singapore - 1-10yrs

Description

We are looking for capable and hardworking legal support staff who can provide administrative and secretarial support to lawyers.
Requirements

A minimum of 1 to 2 years relevant experience is required for candidates applying for the following positions:

1. Litigation & Dispute Resolution
2. Corporate & Securities Laws
3. Intellectual Property & Technology (effectively bilingual in both English and Mandarin to assist with our China Practice)

Other Benefits

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

For more information please visit: Legal Executives (Secretaries) Positions If you need further assistance please contact us at info@cqrecruit.com

Paralegals - Singapore - 0-10yrs

Description

We are looking for Paralegals who are meticulous, able to undertake legal-related queries and conduct research work, well-organised and comfortable working with tight timelines. Candidates who posses a Diploma in Law & Management from Temasek Polytechnic are preferred. Fresh graduates are also invited to apply in the following departments:

1. Litigation & Dispute Resolution
2. Corporate & Securities Laws
3. Intellectual Property & Technology (effectively bilingual in both English and Mandarin to assist with our China Practice)

Other Benefits

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

For more information please visit: Singapore Paralegal Positions If you need further assistance please contact us at info@cqrecruit.com

Executive Secretary to Partner - Hong Kong - 2-10yrs

Description

We one of the largest independent firms in Hong Kong with international connections. We are committed to the continuous long term growth in the quality and size of our diversified practice.

We would like to invite applications for the post of Executive Secretary to Partner.
Responsibilities

Provide secretarial support to a partner
Requirements

* Excellent command of English and Chinese
* Skilled in Microsoft Office applications
* Proficient in audio typing and Chinese typing
* Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience in law firm
* Ability to cope with demanding work situations, organize tasks under time constraints and communicate with others in a warm and helpful manner

Successful candidates should be able to work collaboratively as member of a team, have strong commitment to the practice of law and the needs of the clients. Whilst working environment is friendly, our firm aspires to the highest professional standard.
Other Benefits

We offer attractive remuneration package including 5-day work (subject to office policy), medical insurance and bonus scheme to the right candidates.

For more information please visit: Executive Secretary to Partner Position If you need further assistance please contact us at info@cqrecruit.com

Banking & Finance Lawyer - Hong Kong - PQE 3-4yrs

Description

We are seeking a general Banking/Finance lawyer.
Requirements

* 3-4 years PQE
* Good academics (at least a 2:1 or 3.2 GPA)
* Ideally HK-qualified
* Fluent in English and ideally Mandarin and Cantonese as well

For more information please visit: Hong Kong Banking & Finance Lawyer Jobs If you need further assistance please contact us at info@cqrecruit.com

Senior Associate in Personal Injury Practice - Hong Kong - PQE 7-10yrs

Description

We invite applications for the post of Senior Associate in Personal Injury Practice.
Requirements

Candidates should have at least 7 years pqe in PI litigation. Experience in handling medical negligence claims is preferred but not essential. We act almost exclusively for claimants and do not collaborate with recovery agents.

The successful candidate should be able to work collaboratively as a member of a team, have strong commitment to the practice of law and the needs of the clients. Whilst our working environment is friendly, we aspire to the highest professional standard.

For more information please visit: Hong Kong Senior Associate in Personal Injury Practice If you need further assistance please contact us at info@cqrecruit.com

Monday, May 24, 2010

Associate - Beijing - PQE 4-10+yrs

Description

An exciting opportunity exists in our Beijing office. This role will be working with the B&F team on the Mainland and in Hong Kong on a variety of China and Asian based banking and finance matters as we build up the capability of our Beijing office. The practice currently requires lawyers with language skills to work in a variety of areas, including acting for Australian, international and Chinese banks on outbound financing matters, general corporate secured financing, finance leasing, financial regulatory and compliance, structured products and derivatives.
Requirements

You will:

* have been admitted in the PRC or Australia and have had at least 4 years of post qualification experience
* be fluent in Mandarin (spoken and preferably written) and English (both spoken and written)
* preferably have some international education or legal experience
* have experience in general regulatory issues for B&F in PRC
* desirably have experience in advising financial & capital market transactions (e.g. CFETS, NAFMII, QDII) and structured products

For more information please visit: Beijing Associate Position If you need further assistance please contact us at info@cqrecruit.com

Associate - Shanghai - PQE 4-10+yrs

Description

An exciting opportunity exists in our Shanghai office. This role will be working with the B&F team on the Mainland and in Hong Kong on a variety of China and Asian based banking and finance matters as we build up the capability of our Shanghai office. The practice currently requires lawyers with language skills to work in a variety of areas, including acting for Australian, international and Chinese banks on outbound financing matters, general corporate secured financing, finance leasing, financial regulatory and compliance, structured products and derivatives.
Requirements

You will:

* have been admitted in the PRC or Australia and have had at least 4 years of post qualification experience
* be fluent in Mandarin (spoken and preferably written) and English (both spoken and written)
* preferably have some international education or legal experience
* have experience in general regulatory issues for B&F in PRC
* desirably have experience in advising financial & capital market transactions (e.g. CFETS, NAFMII, QDII) and structured products

For more information please visit: Shanghai Associate Position If you need further assistance please contact us at info@cqrecruit.com

Solicitor - Hong Kong - PQE 3-5yrs

Description

An exciting opportunity exists within the Hong Kong office for a B&F mid level lawyer. This role will be working with the B&F team on a variety of Asian based debt-financiing practice, asset finance and general banking and finance.
Requirements

* Have 3 to 5 post qualification legal experience;
* Have banking experience with city firms; and
* Be fluent in English, Cantonese and Mandarin.

For more information please visit: Hong Kong Solicitor Jobs If you need further assistance please contact us at info@cqrecruit.com

Senior Associate - Hong Kong - PQE 6-10+yrs

Description

An exciting opportunity exists within the Hong Kong office for an M&A mid level lawyer or Senior Associate. This role will be working with the M&A team on a variety of Asian based mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, outsourcings and other corporate and commercial transactions, particularly in the financial institutions and information technology/communications industries.

The focus of the practice is on private company mergers and acquisitions, private equity work, related IT and services contracts and debt and equity financings.
Requirements

The most important qualifying characteristics of the applicant would be experience in drafting acquisition and disposition agreements (assets and shares), joint venture documentation and the like and in running private mergers and acquisitions transactions. The ability to speak Mandarin is desirable but not essential.

The Asian offices are a key part of the firms overall long term strategy and the Hong Kong office plays a key role in this. As a Senior Associate in the Hong Kong office the successful applicant will have the ability to run large complex deals with a high level of autonomy.

[The successful internal applicant for this Senior Associate role will be willing to transfer to the HK office for a minimum period of 2 years.
Other Benefits

A full relocation package in line with the firm's usual practice will be provided.

For more information please visit: Hong Kong Senior Associate Position If you need further assistance please contact us at info@cqrecruit.com

Regional Compliance Manager (Region: APAC/Japan) - Singapore - PQE 5-10yrs

Description

Position is responsible for coordinating regional implementation and monitoring of the Adobe ethics and compliance program including policy implementation, education and training, compliance controls, monitoring, investigation of reported and suspected compliance issues and regional management of the channel partner compliance program including partner on-boarding controls and oversight of continuing channel partner compliance efforts.

This position reports to the Director of World Wide Compliance and will manage compliance programs designed to prevent, detect and respond to ethics and compliance issues arising from Adobe employees and third party business partners. The scope of ethics and compliance issues will include any violations of law, the Adobe Code of Business Conduct, corporate policies and the Adobe Business Partner Code of Business Conduct and specifically includes but is not limited to:

* Conflicts of interest,
* Bribery and improper payments,
* Fraud, embezzlement and revenue diversion,
* Money laundering,
* Export control restrictions,
* Side letters and revenue recognition issues, and
* Competition law violations.

In carrying out these responsibilities, the Regional Channel Compliance Manager will work closely with Sales Operations, Finance, Corporate Accounting, Internal Audit and Corporate Security.
Responsibilities

1. Drive and support senior regional leadership efforts to drive Adobe employee and third party business partner awareness and commitment to preventing, detecting and responding to ethics and compliance issues;
2. Serve as a key point of contact regionally for the Adobe Corporate Compliance Program and a source of assistance for compliance policy advice.
3. Under the supervision of the Director of Compliance, conduct legal compliance investigations of suspected noncompliance with the law or Adobe policies or standards by either Adobe employees or third party business partners.
4. Support the Adobe conflict of interest and remediation process by responding to potential employee conflicts disclosed in employee questionnaires, confirming potential conflicts and ensuring disclosed conflicts are resolved and controlled as required by the Adobe Conflicts of Interest Policy.
5. Assist regional business operations in remediating significant compliance risks (arising from reported issues, audit findings or compliance risk assessments) by assisting in the design and implementation of legally required compliance controls.
6. Partner with WWFSO, Internal Audit, Legal and other partners to summarize and report compliance related issues and risks based on key performance indicators.
7. Participate in regional channel partner “on-boarding due diligence process” to prequalify prospective (and renew current) Adobe Tier 1 and Tier 2 channel partners as possessing the necessary integrity and compliance resources to protect Adobe from fraud and risk from third party compliance breaches.
8. Partner with regional WWFSO and other teams to ensure consistent communication and training of Adobe specific integrity and compliance standards to channel partners and track completion of such requirements.
9. Provide “transactional due diligence” support and awareness training to help Adobe employees and channel partners identify “red flags” in prospective channel transactions that may be indicative of compliance issues or risks that require additional transactional due diligence before proceeding. Ensure effective documentation of such due diligence.
10. Identify and utilize compliance effectiveness metrics and effective leading indicators of potential compliance issues arising within Adobe operations and noncompliance with specific Adobe channel partner standards.
11. Support the Adobe legal compliance risk assessment process as applicable to Adobe channel operations and third party compliance risks.

Requirements

Essential Experience

* Prior leadership experience in ethics and compliance management, financial accounting, auditing or similar functions;
* Demonstrated experience in the design, implementation and monitoring of preventative and detective controls over compliance risks;
* Significant prior experience in channel distribution management, finance or auditing;
* Strong understanding and experience in multinational financial operations; and
* Strong experience with working with senior management.

Technical/Functional Skills

Demonstrated skill and knowledge in at least one of the following:

* Ethics and compliance management,
* Managerial accounting
* Internal audit
* Risk management

Personal Attributes/Interpersonal Skills

* Exceptional communication, cross group collaboration and interpersonal skills
* A team player with the proven ability to manage cross group and cross country boundaries
* Highly developed analytical and organizational skills
* Ability to maintain independence, autonomy and confidentiality
* Proficiency in conflict resolution
* Ability to multi-task
* Pro-active self starter

Education

* BA/BS in related field

Special Requirements/Language Skills

* Fluent in English
* Fluent in Mandarin or other predominant language with Adobe’s J/APAC Region

For more information please visit: Singapore Regional Compliance Manager Position If you need further assistance please contact us at info@cqrecruit.com

Tuesday, May 18, 2010

Conveyancing Lawyer - Hong Kong - PQE 1-4yrs

Description

We are seeking an experienced Conveyancing Lawyer to join our conveyancing practice.
Requirements

The ideal candidate should have at least 1 to 4 years’ solid experience in conveyancing and tenancy matters and have good academic credentials. Good command of English is required. 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.

For more information please visit: Hong Kong Conveyancing Lawyer Position If you need further assistance please contact us at info@cqrecruit.com

Legal Assistant - Hong Kong - 2-5yrs

Description

Assist attorneys with corporate transaction-related tasks in the Hong Kong office.
Responsibilities

* Prepare and maintain transaction files.
* Prepare correspondence, audit letters, working group lists and closing checklists.
* Assist with preparation of various deal documents including: Disclosure schedules; Exhibits; Tender offer materials; filings;
* Officers' and Directors' questionnaires; Underwriters' questionnaires; Financing statements; Listing applications; Employment
* agreements; Proxy statements; Registration statements; Purchase agreements; Merger agreements.
* Proofread and redline agreements.
* Conduct research and prepare corporate profiles.
* Assist with due diligence and manage data room.
* Organize conference calls and meetings.
* Coordinate work at the printer.
* Provide closing assistance including: Prepare closing memorandum; Prepare closing documents; Order certified charters,
* good standing certificates, tax status certificates and bring-down telegrams; Organize closing documents; Prepare closing
* document files and distribution packages; Arrange for appropriate conference room facilities and services for preclosing and
* closing; Arrange for filings, stock and wire transfers; Assist with execution, dating and conforming of documents.
* Prepare bound volumes.
* Perform other duties, as assigned.

Requirements

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

* Demonstrated success in a law or professional services firm.
* Demonstrated leadership skills.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to deal courteously and effectively with others.
* Strong analytical and trouble-shooting skills.
* Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
* Strong organizational skills.
* Detail-oriented.
* Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and work under pressure in a fast-paced atmosphere.
* Flexibility to work significant overtime and to travel.
* High level of professionalism.
* Proficient computer skills.


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

* University degree.
* Mandarin Chinese language skills preferred.

For more information please visit: Hong Kong Legal Assistant If you need further assistance please contact us at info@cqrecruit.com

Thursday, May 13, 2010

Part-Time Secretary - Hong Kong - 1-3yrs

Description

Performs administrative and secretarial tasks for attorneys and/or administrative support staff personnel on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays.
Responsibilities

Provides full range of secretarial support to attorneys and/or administrative support staff

Answers, screens and places phone calls

Handles travel arrangement & prepares expenses reports

Prepares papers and correspondence of a legal and non-legal nature utilizing a PC.

Handles ad-hoc assignments when necessary


For more information please visit: Part-Time Secretary If you need further assistance please contact us at info@cqrecruit.com

Company Secretary (Executive) - Hong Kong - 6-10yrs

Requirements

* A degree holder
* ICSA Associate/Finalist
* A minimum of 6 years company secretarial experience preferably gained in a CPA or legal firm, with the ability to handle full spectrum of secretarial duties including company set-up, on-going administration and corporate restructuring
* Good communication skills in both English and Chinese languages (Cantonese and Putonghua)
* Computer literate, preferably with knowledge in Viewpoint
* Independent and meticulous
* Experience in compliance with disclosure of interests requirements under the Securities and Futures Ordinance and involvement in initial public offering projects are definitely an advantage

Other Benefits

Attractive salary and fringe benefits will be offered to the right candidates.


For more information please visit: Company Secretary (Executive) If you need further assistance please contact us at info@cqrecruit.com

Assistant Solicitors/Salaried Partners - Corporate/Commercial - Hong Kong - PQE 5-10+yrs

Description

To cope with the expansion of our firm, we have vacancies for Assistant Solicitors/ Salaried Partners in our corporate/commercial department.
Requirements

* Solid experience in advising on specific funds, such as, hedge, private equity, real estate and venture capital funds, drafting fund contracts, documentation and offering memorandum, advising on fund listing, compliance and regulatory matters.
* Minimum 5 years PQE.

Other Benefits

Partnership will be offered to suitable candidates with at least 8 years PQE in Hong Kong.


For more information please visit: Assistant Solicitors/Salaried Partners - Corporate/Commercial If you need further assistance please contact us at info@cqrecruit.com

Assistant Solicitors/Salaried Partners - Litigation - Hong Kong - PQE 4-10+yrs

Description

To cope with the expansion of our firm, we have vacancies for Assistant Solicitors/ Salaried Partners in our litigation department.
Requirements

* Solid experience in civil litigation including commercial litigation, personal injuries, and/or intellectual property litigation.
* Minimum 4-5 years PQE.

Other Benefits

Partnership will be offered to suitable candidates with at least 8 years PQE in Hong Kong.


For more information please visit: Assistant Solicitors/Salaried Partners - Litigation If you need further assistance please contact us at info@cqrecruit.com

Company Secretarial Assistant - Hong Kong - 1-2yrs

Description

We are seeking a Company Secretarial Assistant in our Company Secretarial Department.
Responsibilities

Reports to the Company Secretary.
Requirements

* member of HKICS/ICSA
* 1-2 years' relevant experience in professional firm or listed company
* Good command of English, Cantonese and Mandarin
* Sound PC skills in MS Word, MS Excel and Chinese Word Processing
* Well-organized, hardworking, cooperative, willing to take initiative and able to work under pressure


For more information please visit: Company Secretarial Assistant If you need further assistance please contact us at info@cqrecruit.com

Corporate/Corporate Finance - Hong Kong - PQE 3-5yrs

Description

We invite applications from Hong Kong qualified solicitors.

Our practice covers a wide range of corporate transactions including corporate finance, restructurings, capital markets, securities, funds and M&A.
Requirements

3-5 years relevant post-qualification experience

Fluent spoken and written English and Mandarin are necessary.
Other Benefits

We offer interesting work and excellent prospects.


For more information please visit: Corporate/Corporate Finance If you need further assistance please contact us at info@cqrecruit.com

Corporate/Corporate Finance - Shanghai - PQE 3-5yrs

Description

We invite applications from Hong Kong qualified solicitors to be based in our Shanghai office.


Our practice covers a wide range of corporate transactions including corporate finance, restructurings, capital markets, securities, funds and M&A.
Requirements

3-5 years relevant post-qualification experience in the corporate/commercial and foreign direct investment fields.

Fluent spoken and written English and Mandarin are necessary.
Other Benefits

We offer interesting work and excellent prospects.


For more information please visit: Corporate/Corporate Finance If you need further assistance please contact us at info@cqrecruit.com

Litigation Secretary - Singapore - 2-10yrs

Description

We are seeking bright, diligent and well motivated individuals to join us as a Litigation Associate.

We are constantly looking for highly motivated, talented individuals, with or without the relevant experience, to join us. If you have excellent academic results, the drive and commitment necessary for a fast-paced business environment, commercial business acumen and the ability to work under pressure and demanding timelines, either singly or within a team, then please apply.
Requirements

* GCE 'O' Level with PSC
* 2 years' litigation experience
* Computer literate with good typing skills
* Meticulous, independent & a team player

Other Benefits

We strive to provide a conducive environment for professionals to grow and excel in their practice. With our involvement in many challenging and high level litigation cases, you will be given many opportunities to hone your skills. Our finance, securities, mergers & acquisitions and corporate finance department works for premier local clients and reputable international corporations and present ample opportunities for involvement in high profile and challenging transactions.

We advocate maintaining a healthy work-life balance. We often organise firm wide events such as the annual Christmas party, lunches, overseas trips and outdoor activities.


For more information please visit: Litigation Secretary If you need further assistance please contact us at info@cqrecruit.com

Paralegal (Litigation/Corporate) - Singapore - 2-10yrs

Description

We are seeking bright, diligent and well motivated individuals to join us as a Litigation Associate.

We are constantly looking for highly motivated, talented individuals, with or without the relevant experience, to join us. If you have excellent academic results, the drive and commitment necessary for a fast-paced business environment, commercial business acumen and the ability to work under pressure and demanding timelines, either singly or within a team, then please apply.
Requirements

* Diploma in Legal Studies/Law
* Min 2 years' relevant experience is essential
* Well verse with EFS filing

Other Benefits

We strive to provide a conducive environment for professionals to grow and excel in their practice. With our involvement in many challenging and high level litigation cases, you will be given many opportunities to hone your skills. Our finance, securities, mergers & acquisitions and corporate finance department works for premier local clients and reputable international corporations and present ample opportunities for involvement in high profile and challenging transactions.

We advocate maintaining a healthy work-life balance. We often organise firm wide events such as the annual Christmas party, lunches, overseas trips and outdoor activities.

For more information please visit: Paralegal (Litigation/Corporate) If you need further assistance please contact us at info@cqrecruit.com

Corporate Secretarial Executive - Singapore - 2-10yrs

Description

We are seeking bright, diligent and well motivated individuals to join us as a Corporate Secretarial Executive.

We are constantly looking for highly motivated, talented individuals, with or without the relevant experience, to join us. If you have excellent academic results, the drive and commitment necessary for a fast-paced business environment, commercial business acumen and the ability to work under pressure and demanding timelines, either singly or within a team, then please apply.
Requirements

* Diploma in Legal Studies with good command of English language
* Min 2 years' relevant experience is essential
* Experience in listed-companies matters an added advantage
* Meticulous and independent

Other Benefits

We strive to provide a conducive environment for professionals to grow and excel in their practice. With our involvement in many challenging and high level litigation cases, you will be given many opportunities to hone your skills. Our finance, securities, mergers & acquisitions and corporate finance department works for premier local clients and reputable international corporations and present ample opportunities for involvement in high profile and challenging transactions.

We advocate maintaining a healthy work-life balance. We often organise firm wide events such as the annual Christmas party, lunches, overseas trips and outdoor activities.

For more information please visit: Corporate Secretarial Executive If you need further assistance please contact us at info@cqrecruit.com

Litigation Associate - Singapore - PQE 2-4yrs

Description

We are seeking bright, diligent and well motivated individuals to join us as a Litigation Associate.

We are constantly looking for highly motivated, talented individuals, with or without the relevant experience, to join us. If you have excellent academic results, the drive and commitment necessary for a fast-paced business environment, commercial business acumen and the ability to work under pressure and demanding timelines, either singly or within a team, then please apply.
Requirements

* 2 to 4 years' PQE
* Independent and a team player

Other Benefits

We strive to provide a conducive environment for professionals to grow and excel in their practice. With our involvement in many challenging and high level litigation cases, you will be given many opportunities to hone your skills. Our finance, securities, mergers & acquisitions and corporate finance department works for premier local clients and reputable international corporations and present ample opportunities for involvement in high profile and challenging transactions.

We advocate maintaining a healthy work-life balance. We often organise firm wide events such as the annual Christmas party, lunches, overseas trips and outdoor activities.


For more information please visit: Litigation Associate If you need further assistance please contact us at info@cqrecruit.com

Legal Secretary (Litigation) - Hong Kong - 1-3yrs

Requirements

* F.5 graduate or above with formal secretarial training
* 1 - 3 years' relevant experience or above
* Good command of both English and Chinese languages
* Good typing skill and knowledge in MS word
* Good audio typing an advantage
* Self-motivated, mature and responsible



For more information please visit: Legal Secretary (Litigation) If you need further assistance please contact us at info@cqrecruit.com

Associates - Singapore - PQE Newly Qualified-7yrs

Description

We welcome highly motivated and well-rounded lawyers to join us in building up the expertise of the top-tier practices within our Corporate, Financial Services and Litigation & Dispute Resolution Groups, as well as our Specialised Practices.

The following opportunities are available for Singapore-qualified candidates:-

* Asset Management & Funds
* Banking & Finance
* Capital Markets
* China
* Competition & Regulatory
* Corporate/Mergers & Acquisitions
* Corporate Real Estate
* Financial Services Regulatory
* Banking & Financial Disputes
* Commercial & Corporate Disputes
* Infrastructure, Construction & Engineering
* Intellectual Property, Media & Technology
* Tax

Applicants to our China Practice should possess relevant experience in handling corporate transactions and must be proficient in Chinese.

We are also keen to meet with candidates who are proficient in Japanese and Vietnamese.
Other Benefits

A career with us offers opportunities to work with and learn from some of the best legal minds, in an environment that is challenging and nurturing. We are also consistently one of the best paying law firms in Singapore.


For more information please visit: Associates If you need further assistance please contact us at info@cqrecruit.com

Wednesday, May 12, 2010

Lawyer - Hong Kong - PQE 5-7yrs

Responsibilities

Key tasks and responsibilities include:

* Perform, monitor and co-ordinate corporate secretarial duties, governance issues and related matters in respect of UBS Group entities in Asia Pacific (including organization and holding of regular directors' meetings and attendance to ancillary matters, annual general meetings, documentation in compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, primarily for Hong Kong entities), attending to requests and matters generally in relation to corporate organization and matters originated from offices in other regions (Zurich Head Office, Americas, EMEA) and in Asia Pacific.
* Advise and provide training in Asia Pacific on general corporate and governance issues. Recommend, maintain and coordinate for reshaping and implementation of good corporate governance framework and practice in Asia Pacific region.
* Act as point person for Asia Pacific and coordinate within Asia Pacific in relating to global enquiries and reporting on governance related matters. 
Supervise and administer a global corporate database of the Firm is so far as Asia Pacific is concerned.
* Perform a control function in ensuring Firm's internal control and policies relating to governance issues are followed.
* Provide legal advisory support to Firm's operations in Asia in the area of general corporate i.e. non-transactional/non-product.
* Provide input and support on the Firm's global and regional initiatives and projects on an ad hoc basis.
* Work as part of the corporate legal team and be prepared to provide backup support to other corporate legal team members (eg. general commercial work and corporate advisory, outsourcing, employment).


Requirements

Our ideal candidates should have the following requisites:

* Lawyer with 5-7 years pqe preferably with corporate secretarial experience.
* Ability to work independently and under compressed timeframe.
* Require minimum supervision (but yet to know when to escalate).
* Patient and meticulous with good analytical skills.
* Good communication and interpersonal skills with ability to interact and work with people from different areas and locations at all levels.
* Willingness to develop know-how on job.
* "Can do" attitude and prepare to roll up the sleeves, when required.
* Ability to read and write English essential. Mandarin reading and writing skills preferred.

Other Benefits

We can offer you an environment geared towards performance, attractive career opportunities, and an open corporate culture that values and rewards the contribution of every individual.It starts with youWe can offer you an exciting, fast-paced working environment, a culture of mutual respect and teamwork and the opportunity to play a vital role in our growth. If you are attracted to joining an organization where every individual's contribution counts and where your talent will impact on our future, please apply for this position. It starts with you..

We are an equal opportunity employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.

For more information please visit: Lawyer If you need further assistance please contact us at info@cqrecruit.com

Accounting/Billing Assistant - Hong Kong - 3-10yrs

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

* To perform daily accounts receivable / billing function
* To prepare bank reconciliations
* To assist in any ad-hoc assignments

Other duties may be assigned.
Requirements

KEY EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Essential:

* Diploma or degree holder in accountancy
* 3+ years relevant experience preferably in the legal field
* Billing experience preferred


KEY SKILLS

Essential:

* Excellent written and oral communications skills in English & Chinese, knowledge of Putonghua is preferred
* A team player, self motivated, well organized and able to work under pressure
* Good interpersonal and communications skills
* Good PC skills (MS Word and Excel)


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Monday, May 10, 2010

Chief Litigation Executive - Hong Kong

Description

We invite applications for Chief Litigation Executive.
Responsibilities

* Assist solicitors in commercial, banking, property and administrative law litigation
* Head teams of litigation executives and filing clerks

Requirements


* PQE 10+ years
* Good academic background
* Mature and independent, and with strong leadership
* Good drafting skills and sound knowledge of law, practice and procedures
* Good command of English and Chinese and computer skills

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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Shipping Lawyer - Hong Kong - PQE 5-6

Description

The successful candidate will join a busy team working for a major international trading house, as well as shipowners, charterers and P&I Clubs undertaking "dry shipping" and cases relating to international trade.

Good prospects for partnership exist in the future, but not within a minimum of 3 years.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to carry a full case load with, ultimately, minimum supervision.

Requirements

* Experience of working in shipping and international trade
* 5-6 years PQE
* Ideally with Overseas (UK, Aus, etc.) education/experience
* Trained in a London based international law firm
* Chinese language ability preferred
* Experience and academics, should be of the highest order

Other Benefits

Market rates

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Trade & Energy Lawyer - Hong Kong - PQE 5-6yrs

Description

The successful candidate will join a busy team working for a major international trading house, as well as shipowners, charterers and P&I Clubs undertaking "dry shipping" and cases relating to international trade.

Good prospects for partnership exist in the future, but not within a minimum of 3 years.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to carry a full case load with, ultimately, minimum supervision.

Requirements

* Experience of working in Trade & Energy ("T&E")
* Experience of commodity litigation for international trading houses
* 5-6 years PQE
* Ideally with Overseas (UK, Aus, etc.) education/experience
* Trained in a London based international law firm
* Chinese language ability preferred
* Experience and academics, should be of the highest order.

Other Benefits

Market rates

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Professional Support Lawyers - Singapore - PQE 3-4yrs

Responsibilities

* Research: analysing new law and practice, researching points of law or directing fee earners to appropriate sources
* Providing critical analysis and insights into new legal developments that show the practice area's leading-edge technical capability to clients and the market
* Anticipating new legal and practice developments and the technical issues associated with them, and assisting the practice to prepare itself and its clients for the new developments
* Supporting the maintenance of the specialist library and legal know how materials. Maintaining reference files for the use of the group to ensure that everyone has access to key documents
* Organising and liaising with fee earners and contributing as required to the production of articles, briefings, newsletters or other materials for circulation to clients or to be published in selected journals
* Contributing to training sessions aimed at briefing fee earners on changes to law, practice and precedents
* Playing a part in producing material for seminars both internally and externally
* Liaising with central Information Services team and library staff
* Contributing to and managing various parts of the firm’s Intranet and information provision services
* Brainstorming ideas

Requirements

* Law degree
* 3 – 4 years PQE
* Prior experience as PSL not necessary but experience in legal practice in practice areas strongly preferred
* Excellent research skills
* Strong writing, drafting and communication skills
* A proactive mindset
* Effective project management skills
* Good IT skills
* Self confidence and maturity

Other Benefits

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

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Paralegal - Hong Kong - 4-10yrs

Responsibilities

* Provide support to various projects in Litigation Department
* Assist in the provision of services to our clients and drafting documents

Requirements

* Form 7 with legal qualifications
* Minimum 4 years' relevant experience from well-regarded law firms
* Excellent communication skills in both written and spoken English and Chinese; fluency in Mandarin an asset
* Dynamic, self-motivated and efficient; able to work under pressure
* Able to work in a fast-paced environment and multi-task
* Strong computer skills

Other Benefits

We understand that our people are our greatest asset. Attractive salary, fringe benefits and excellent career development opportunities will be offered to the right candidates.


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Junior Secretary - Hong Kong - 1-3yrs exp

Requirements

* Diploma in Legal Studies
* Good command in both English and Chinese languages
* At least 1 year secretarial or clerical work experience
* Fast and accurate English and Chinese typing
* Good computer skills; well versed in MS Word and Excel
* Attention to details, organized and self-motivated
* Willingness to learn and to work overtime

Other Benefits

Attractive salary and fringe benefits will be offered to the right candidate.


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Associate - Conflicts Lawyer - Hong Kong - PQE 5-10yrs

Requirements

* 5 years' post qualification experience
* Good working knowledge of Hong Kong conflicts rules. Knowledge of US conflicts rules would be advantageous
* Good working knowledge of anti-money laundering legislation and regulations
* Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail and can work under pressure
* Strong command of English. Chinese language abilities preferred but not essential
* Ability to deal confidently with personnel of all levels in the Firm
* Commercially astute


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Corporate Finance PSL - Hong Kong - PQE 5-10yrs

Requirements

* At least 5 years' PQE in corporate finance work
* Prior Professional Support Lawyer experience advantageous but not essential
* Strong academic background
* Excellent attention to detail
* Excellent command of spoken and written English and Chinese (Putonghua an advantage)
* Strong interpersonal skills, commercial acumen and client management skills
* Dynamic, self-motivated and able to work under pressure
* Team player and enthusiastic

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Contracts Manager, Asia Pacific - Singapore - PQE 5-7yrs

Description

Provide support to 2 separate business divisions in technology distribution with presence in 12 countries and combined annual sales revenue of more than US$3.5B.

Reports to Director of Contracts, Asia-Pacific (based in Beijing).
Responsibilities

Contract Review: Responsible for reviewing a full range of customer and supplier contracts utilizing customer, supplier and/or Avnet standard form terms and conditions, and related agreements such as non-disclosure agreements.

Risk Analysis and Advice: Provides guidance and advice to Sales, Operations and Management and liaises with other corporate functions, as to company preferential contractual terms. Identifies commercial, operational and legal risks and advises how to resolve, mitigate or manage those risks.

Contract Negotiations: Leads contract negotiations with customers and suppliers.

Policy Development and Implementation: Responsible for developing and improving supplier and customer contract templates, contracting policies, risk analysis forms and risk approval matrices to ensure consistent application in the review and negotiation of contracts. Identifies improvement opportunities in existing contract management structure.

Training: Conducts contracts training for Sales, Marketing and Operations personnel.
Requirements

Qualification: Degree in Law.

Experience: At least 5 to 7 years prior experience in a law firm or in-house legal/contracts department reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts. Industry experience in electronics and/or distribution highly desired.

Language ability: Spoken and written English and Chinese.

Skill Requirements

Commercial Law: Understanding of business law, contract law, laws and regulations with respect to the sale of goods and related legal concepts, in a cross-jurisdictional context, including practical application in a business environment.

Analytical Skill and Attention to Details: Exceptional analytical skills (particularly as to legal terminology and contractual provisions), and close and consistent attention to details.

Negotiation Skills: Advanced level negotiation competency.

Organizational Ability and Independence: Highly developed organizational ability and time management skills. Able to operate independently and effectively in high-pressure, tight-deadline situations.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Effective verbal and written communication skills (including presentation skills) and excellent interpersonal skills within a multinational organization and multicultural environment.

Customer Service and Teamwork: Strong commitment to customer service and ability to work well in a team oriented environment.

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Monday, May 3, 2010

Accounts Officer - Hong Kong - 4-5yrs

Description

We are an expanding legal firm with nice and friendly working environment and are looking for the right candidates to join our team as Accounts Assistant.
Requirements

* Diploma in accounting with LCCI Higher or above
* 4-5 years’ relevant experience in legal firm is preferred
* Able to handle full set of accounts independently
* Proficiency in MS Word and Excel
* Good command of English and Chinese
* Good team player, responsible, independently, self-motivated
* Attention to details, analytical and perform job with accuracy
* Immediate available preferred

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Assistant Solicitor - Hong Kong - PQE 2-5yrs

Description

We are an expanding legal firm with nice and friendly working environment and are looking for the right candidates to join our team as Assistant Solicitor.
Requirements

* 2 to 5 years' post qualification experience and qualified in Hong Kong with solid training and experience in general practice/ corporate matters with strong academic credentials
* Experience with major law firms would be an advantage
* Good command of English is required. Chinese language skills (spoken and written) are preferred

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Trainee Solicitors - Hong Kong - PQE Newly Qualified

Description

We are an expanding legal firm with nice and friendly working environment and are looking for the right candidates to join our team as Trainee Solicitors.
Requirements

* LL.B (Hons) and P.C.L.L graduates;
* Proficiency in both spoken and written Chinese and English
* Good computers skills particularly in MS Office;
* Mature, presentable and good communication skills
* Good working attitude and willingness to learn and be a good team player
* Immediate availability preferred

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Patent Clerks - Singapore - 2-5yrs

Description

We are seeking a Patents Clerk.
Requirements

* Min GCE 'O' levels with good credit in English or Diploma in any discipline.
* Min 2 years' of clerical or administrative experience. Those with Patents experience would have an added advantage.
* Good interpersonal and communication skills.
* Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
* A good team player with positive working attitude is essential.
* IT savvy, proficient in MS Office, with good typing speed
* Able to work long hours when required

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Legal Secretaries - Singapore - 3-5yrs

Description

We are seeking Legal Secretaries.
Requirements

* Minimum GCE ‘O’ levels or equivalent
* LCCI or Private Secretarial Certificate
* Minimum 3 years of working experience in legal sector would be an added advantage
* Good command of spoken and written English
* Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
* Meticulous and able to work long hours when required
* A good team player with good working attitude
* IT savvy, proficient in MS Office, with good typing speed


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Professional Support Lawyer - Singapore PQE 4-5yrs

Description

We are seeking a Professional Support Lawyer, with experience in Corporate work.
Responsibilities

* Drafting corporate precedents
* Organising in-house training sessions
* Preparing internal updates
* Drafting Client publications
* Collating and profiling precedents for our database
* Legal research

Requirements

* LLB (Hons) degree
* Preferably with 4 to 5 years PQE in Corporate work
* Independent, resourceful, meticulous and keen to learn
* A team player, with good work attitude

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Conveyancing Associate - Singapore - PQE 2-3yrs

Description

We are seeking a Conveyancing Asssociate.
Requirements

* LLB (Hons) degree
* Preferably with 2 to 3 years of equivalent experience
* Independent, resourceful, meticulous and keen to learn
* A team player, with good work attitude

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Corporate & Finance Associate - Singapore - PQE 2-3yrs

Description

We are seeking a Corporate & Finance Associate.
Requirements

* LLB (Hons) degree
* Preferably with 2 to 3 years of equivalent experience
* Independent, resourceful, meticulous and keen to learn
* A team player, with good work attitude

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Intellectual Property Associate - Singapore - PQE 2-3yrs

Description

We are seeking an Intellectual Property Associate.
Requirements

* LLB (Hons) degree
* Preferably with 2 to 3 years of equivalent experience
* Independent, resourceful, meticulous and keen to learn
* A team player, with good work attitude
* Science Degree and experience in Litigation, Trademark and/or Patent work will be an added advantage

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Contracts Director, Asia Pacific - Singapore - PQE 10-10+yrs

Description

Head the Contracts Department in Asia-Pacific: Provide support to 2 separate business divisions in technology distribution with presence in 12 countries and combined annual sales revenue of more than US$3.5B.

Reports to: VP and Regional General Counsel, Asia-Pacific.
Responsibilities

Review of Complex Contracts: Develop, draft, revise, analyze and negotiate complex or customized commercial contracts with suppliers, customers and partners.

Oversee Contracts Function: Manage a team of contract managers and work with external lawyers where necessary in reviewing and negotiating standard and non-standard commercial contracts with customers, suppliers and partners. Ensure full and efficient utilization of resources to discharge the responsibilities and authorizations of the contracts function. Be an escalation point to resolve issues, concerns and problems outside the scope of the team’s designated authority.

People Management: Provide professional development for team members, including providing training in technical skills, coaching, managing performance and career planning.

Risk Management: Identify, assess and propose solutions to manage the risks associated with individual contracts and the way business is conducted in general. Works with a variety of business leaders/representatives, division counsel and subject matter experts to review and approve deviations beyond own designated authority.

Policy Development and Implementation: Identify improvement opportunities in existing contract management structure, contract templates and contract review policies and risk approval matrices. Ensure compliance with established internal polices for the review, execution, and record-keeping of contracts.

Education and Training: Provide guidance and advice to the sales and marketing organizations and liaise with other corporate functions, as to company preferential contractual terms. Identify commercial, operational and legal risks and advises how to resolve, mitigate or manage those risks. Direct planning and participation in training of contract practices and negotiations to sales and marketing organizations.
Requirements

Qualification: Degree in Law.

Experience: At least 10 years experience/background in managing commercial contracts in a sales organization. Industry experience in electronics and/or distribution highly desired.

Language ability: Spoken and written English and Chinese.

Skill Requirements

Commercial Law: In depth understanding of business law, contract law, laws and regulations with respect to the sale of goods and related legal concepts, such as export compliance and intellectual property in a cross-jurisdictional context, including practical application in a business environment.

Negotiation Skills: Advanced level negotiation competency.

People Management: Proven track record in managing a team effectively in high-pressure, tight-deadline situations.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Effective verbal and written communication skills (including presentation skills) and excellent interpersonal skills within a multinational organization and multicultural environment.

Customer Service and Teamwork: Strong commitment to customer service and ability to work well in a team oriented environment.

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Contracts Manager, Asia Pacific - Singapore - PQE 5-7yrs

Description

Provide support to 2 separate business divisions in technology distribution with presence in 12 countries and combined annual sales revenue of more than US$3.5B.

Reports to Director of Contracts, Asia-Pacific (based in Beijing).
Responsibilities

Contract Review: Responsible for reviewing a full range of customer and supplier contracts utilizing customer, supplier and/or Avnet standard form terms and conditions, and related agreements such as non-disclosure agreements.

Risk Analysis and Advice: Provides guidance and advice to Sales, Operations and Management and liaises with other corporate functions, as to company preferential contractual terms. Identifies commercial, operational and legal risks and advises how to resolve, mitigate or manage those risks.

Contract Negotiations: Leads contract negotiations with customers and suppliers.

Policy Development and Implementation: Responsible for developing and improving supplier and customer contract templates, contracting policies, risk analysis forms and risk approval matrices to ensure consistent application in the review and negotiation of contracts. Identifies improvement opportunities in existing contract management structure.

Training: Conducts contracts training for Sales, Marketing and Operations personnel.
Requirements

Qualification: Degree in Law.

Experience: At least 5 to 7 years prior experience in a law firm or in-house legal/contracts department reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts. Industry experience in electronics and/or distribution highly desired.

Language ability: Spoken and written English and Chinese.

Skill Requirements

Commercial Law: Understanding of business law, contract law, laws and regulations with respect to the sale of goods and related legal concepts, in a cross-jurisdictional context, including practical application in a business environment.

Analytical Skill and Attention to Details: Exceptional analytical skills (particularly as to legal terminology and contractual provisions), and close and consistent attention to details.

Negotiation Skills: Advanced level negotiation competency.

Organizational Ability and Independence: Highly developed organizational ability and time management skills. Able to operate independently and effectively in high-pressure, tight-deadline situations.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Effective verbal and written communication skills (including presentation skills) and excellent interpersonal skills within a multinational organization and multicultural environment.

Customer Service and Teamwork: Strong commitment to customer service and ability to work well in a team oriented environment.

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