Legal Advisor / Legal Counsel

Shun Yuen Construction Company Limited

  • Ngau Tau Kok, Hong Kong
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 10 days ago
Shun Yuen Construction Company Limited established in 1970's, a medium-sized enterprise engaging in construction works in Hong Kong for over 30 years. With our major in local Civil Engineering Public Works, we have achieved an enviable reputation in civil maintenance fields for quality works, efficient management, business integrity and continuing improvement. Shun Yuen pursues excellency in quality, safety and environmental protection while providing services and cooperates with our valued clients and attributes to the success. Shun Yuen performs an integral part of the Hong Kong's story of success in the construction industry.Job DescriptionAbout Our Company
A dynamic and energetic company engaging in the local construction as a main contractor for major Civil Engineering and Building Maintenance works.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND DUTIES
  • Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate diverse construction contracts, including HKSAR government standard forms, consultancy agreements, subcontracts, and tender documents.
  • Project Legal Support: Advise project teams on claims, disputes, extensions of time, variations, and other execution-phase issues.
  • Dispute Resolution: Manage litigation, arbitration (under HK Arbitration Ordinance), and mediation; collaborate with external counsel on resolution strategies.
  • Compliance & Risk: Monitor changes in HK construction laws (e.g., Buildings Ordinance); provide compliance guidance and risk alerts to business units.
  • Corporate Commercial: Handle daily operational legal matters, including company secretarial work (HK Companies Ordinance), trademarks, employment, procurement, and leasing.
  • Legal Training: Conduct training for non-legal staff to improve risk awareness and contract management skills.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE OR SKILLS
  • Qualified solicitor in HK (LLB & PCLL) with 8-10+ years' post-qualification experience.
  • Extensive experience in complex construction/engineering contracts within the industry is preferred.
  • In-depth expertise in HK construction law, contract law, and government standard contracts is essential.
  • Requires exceptional drafting, negotiation, and bilingual (English, Cantonese, Mandarin) communication skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to work independently under pressure.
  • Experience with disputes (arbitration/mediation) and prior in-house counsel role are preferred.
  • Must be proactive, detail-oriented, resilient, and a strong team player.
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