Overview

Legal Director – Global Markets Jobs in Hong Kong SAR at Michael Page

Title: Legal Director – Global Markets

Company: Michael Page

Location: Hong Kong SAR

  • Broad Strategic Exposure Across Multiple Financial Businesses
  • Opportunity to Lead and Influence a High-Profile Legal Function

About Our Client

An organisation operating within the financial services industry, located in Hong Kong.

Job Description

As a Legal Director, your main responsibilities will include:

  • Providing legal advice and guidance on a range of matters for the Global Markets business.
  • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and other legal documents related to Equity Derivative, Brokerage and Wealth Management
  • Advise stakeholders on legal, regulatory, and governance matters across regulated financial services activities.
  • Identify and manage legal and regulatory risks, providing practical solutions that support business growth while maintaining compliance

The Successful Applicant

A Successful Legal Counsel Should Have

  • Approximately 10+ years of post-qualification experience gained in private practice and/or in-house within the financial services sector.
  • Experience supporting regulated financial institutions and advising on global markets, brokerage, equity derivative or wealth management matters.
  • Proven leadership capability with experience managing teams or mentoring junior lawyers.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills in English and Chinese.

What’s On Offer

  • A senior leadership position with significant influence across a diversified financial services platform.
  • Direct exposure to senior management and key business decision-makers.
  • Opportunity to shape legal strategy and regulatory risk management in a dynamic and evolving business environment.
  • Broad coverage across capital markets, investment products, brokerage, and wealth management activities.
  • A platform to build, mentor, and develop a high-performing legal team.
  • Competitive compensation package and long-term career development opportunities.

If you are ready to move forward in your legal career, we encourage you to apply.

Contact

Quote job ref: JN-082026-7081028

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