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Assistant General Counsel, Asia Pacific

Point72
Location
Hong Kong
Posted
24 days ago
Department
Legal
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Qualified lawyer (preferably in a common law jurisdiction) with minimum of 2 years of post-qualification experience
  • Experience at an international law firm and/or multi-strategy investment manager
  • Understanding of the funds industry and the Hong Kong legal and regulatory regime
  • Experience reviewing and negotiating contracts
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills
Nice to have
  • Fluency in Mandarin and Cantonese preferred
  • Demonstrable project management skills an advantage
  • Experience of quantitative, macro and equity long/short trading strategies
What the job really is

The Assistant General Counsel for the Asia Pacific region at Point72 will support the Head of Legal in various corporate law matters, including contract negotiation and corporate governance. The role involves advising on employment and immigration issues, regulatory compliance, and liaising with external legal counsel. The position requires strong communication and organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and interact with various stakeholders.

Benefits
  • Health care benefits
  • Generous parental and family leave policies
  • Mental and physical wellness programs
  • Volunteer opportunities
  • Support for employee-led affinity groups representing women, minorities and the LGBT+ community
  • Tuition assistance
Things to weigh
  • No salary listed
  • Role requires interaction with external legal counsel and various stakeholders, which may imply a high-pressure environment
  • Experience in the funds industry and Hong Kong regulations is highly relevant for success in this role
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