We are recruiting Legal Assistants to start in the firm’s Hong Kong office. The Legal Assistants would primarily work in the Corporate – Capital Markets group, which continues to build significant momentum in Asia.

These are attractive job opportunities for those who are interested in a career in law (or investment banking) in Asia. The Legal Assistants will work closely with associates and partners on a variety of assignments for Asia-based clients, including assisting in the drafting of offering documents and conducting due diligence on prospective Asian issuers. Successful candidates will gain strong transactional experience in IPOs and other corporate finance transactions. They will also regularly interact with senior management of the firms' clients and have the opportunity to work on transactions with a high degree of independence. The firm's merit-based culture allows enterprising candidates to take on significant responsibilities. High-performance candidates have a number of options on completing their time in China, including advancement within the firm, moving on to law school or business school, or pursuing corporate finance opportunities in Asia.

Suitable candidates shall be highly motivated, interested in law or business in Asia, and willing to commit at least two years to the positions. Following two types of candidates are welcome.  

i) Without legal education background: Completed degree with major in Accounting, Finance, Business, English, Media and Communication is preferred. Having related work experience or qualification is preferred.  

ii) With legal education background: Qualified lawyer with at least one year of legal practicing experience in Australia, United Kingdom, United States or PRC ideally. Trained and qualified at international law firm would be an advantage.  

Candidates should have strong academic qualifications with at least second upper level of honours of degree with reputable universities (law degree for qualified lawyer candidates). Near native written and spoken English and native in Mandarin are essential. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume and academic transcripts for applying this position.

Located in Hong Kong, Luk & Partners In Association with Morgan, Lewis & Bockius advises multinational companies and financial institutions headquartered in Asia, North America, and Europe on a wide range of corporate, capital markets, and private equity matters. Through its association with Morgan, Lewis & Bockius, Luk & Partners leverages the platform of a global law firm to serve seamlessly the legal needs of its clients, many of which are listed in major stock exchanges around the world, as they embark on cross-border investments, mergers, acquisitions, and trade.