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Corporate Legal Secretary ($40k) - Leading UK Law Firm

Central and Western District Permanent HK$32,000 - HK$40,000 per month (HK$384,000 - HK$480,000 per year) View Job Description
A prestigious international law firm is seeking a proactive and dynamic Legal Secretary to join its Corporate practice in Hong Kong. This newly created position has arisen due to team expansion, offering the opportunity to support a well-respected M&A Partner and a small team of Associates within a collaborative and stable environment.
  • Support M&A Partner
  • Stable working hours with market-leading benefits

About Our Client

Our client is a leading UK-headquartered law firm with a strong global platform and long-established presence in Hong Kong. The firm advises on high-profile cross-border transactions across Asia and is renowned for its collegial culture, professional standards, and excellent staff retention.

Job Description

  • Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to 1 Partner and several Associates within the Corporate practice
  • Manage complex diary arrangements, meeting coordination, and travel logistics, including frequent China-related travel
  • Prepare, edit, proofread, and format legal documents, presentations, reports, and correspondence
  • Assist with billing, expense claims, time entries, and matter administration
  • Coordinate internal and external meetings, conference calls, and client events
  • Maintain filing systems and ensure accurate document and records management
  • Handle ad hoc administrative duties as required

The Successful Applicant

  • 5-8 years' legal secretarial experience gained within an international or reputable law firm
  • Prior exposure to Corporate / M&A practice preferred
  • Fluent spoken and written English and Mandarin
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
  • Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail
  • Ability to prioritise competing tasks in a fast-paced environment
  • Professional, proactive, and client-service oriented

What's on Offer

  • Up to 20 days annual leave
  • Comprehensive medical coverage
  • Guaranteed 13-months pay
  • Stable and supportive working environment
  • Opportunity to join a market-leading international law firm with strong long-term prospects
Contact
Janice Wong
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7121219
Phone number
+852 3602 2419

Job summary

Function
Legal
Specialisation
Legal Secretary/Support Staff
What is your area of specialisation?
Business Services
Location
Central and Western District
Job Type:
Permanent
Consultant name
Janice Wong
Consultant phone
+852 3602 2419
Job Reference
JN-102026-7121219

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