Job Description

Invitations to register: Legal Secretary (Litigation/Corporate M&A/Funds/General Commercial/Arbitration)

Location: Hong Kong

In September 2024, Hong Kong returned to the top 3 of global financial centres and no.1 financial centre in Asia. We have also seen a marked increase in recruitment activity among law firms in the last quarter.

In anticipation of increased demand for legal secretaries in 2025, Star Anise, a leading legal and compliance recruitment firm based in Hong Kong, is looking for highly skilled Legal Secretarial applicants (Litigation/Corporate M&A/Funds/General Commercial/Arbitration) to register or update their CVs and to have the opportunity to be one of the first professionals to join one of our clients, primarily international law firms with a strong presence in China and the APAC market and leading in-house legal teams. Our firm is renowned for its commitment to excellence and delivering top-tier legal services to clients globally.

Our dediction to professionalism is guaranteed. Your personal data, including your CV, will never be disclosed or shared to anyone without your explicit consent. We don't spam the market; we operate on a relationship of mutual trust and respect.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to partners, attorneys and legal staff
• Manage and organise legal documents, correspondence, and case files
• Schedule and coordinate meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements
• Prepare and format legal documents, including briefs, pleadings, and contracts
• Conduct legal research and assist with case preparation
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with legal procedures and regulations

Qualifications:

• All levels - junor to senior legal secretarial experience from a reputable law firm with experience working Litigation, Corporate M&A, ECM, DCM, Funds, General Commercial Litigation, and Arbitration teams
• Partner serving experience is advantageous
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal software like Elite 3E is highly advantageous, particularly for certain teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities in English and Chinese (including Mandarin) with excellent Chinese typing skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

How to Apply:

If you meet the qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume with your current and expected salary requirements using the Apply button this page. For legal secretaries with experience in other practice areas in a law firm, please email Ms Karanjai on swati.karanjai@staranise.com.hk.

We look forward to hearing from you!