Associate
Allen & Overy
- Hong Kong
- Permanent
- Full-time
- the full range of public and private mergers and acquisitions, including investments, joint ventures and partnerships;
- general corporate work, including advising clients on compliance and governance matters;
- provide mentorship and support to junior associates within the department;
- provide support to senior associates and partners; and
- demonstrate ambition and enthusiasm in business development activities, including participating in industry related programs and developing strategic relationships and networks.
- 3-5 years post qualification experience with a leading international law firm in:
- international cross border M&A transactions, specifically in Greater China and the wider APAC region;
- public M&A work; and
- general corporate work.
- experience in supervising junior associates on M&A deals;
- an effective team player who can operate in a highly collegiate environment;
- commercially astute with outstanding technical ability, including research and drafting skills;
- exceptional problem solving and organisational skills;
- an ability to manage, prioritise and meet deadlines, working efficiently and effectively under pressure;
- drive to join a truly global team with an international outlook and commercial mind-set;
- a Hong Kong qualified lawyer;
- Native to fluent Chinese language skills (Cantonese and/or Mandarin);
- Fluent English language skills are essential, as well as excellent communication and presentation skills (written and oral); and
- strong academic credentials.