Corporate Paralegal/Legal Manager | Int'l Law Firm | HK
Star Anise LimitedHong Kong, Hong Kong
Posted January 6, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Star Anise Limited specializes in legal and compliance recruitment, placing candidates across law firms, financial institutions, and corporate governance roles in major Asian financial hubs and London. The firm’s core focus spans lateral partner and in‑house legal hires, compliance specialists, forensic accountants, and senior back‑office leadership such as COOs and CFOs. With founders who are seasoned lawyers boasting over 30 years of combined industry experience, Star Anise delivers tailored, pragmatic talent solutions built on deep client and candidate insight. Their partnership‑driven approach and commitment to high professional standards set them apart as a trusted adviser in the recruitment landscape.
Job Description
Our client, a prominent global law firm, is hiring a Paralegal or Legal Manager for its Corporate Transactions team in Hong Kong. The role involves providing transactional support to partners and lawyers across Hong Kong, Beijing, and Shanghai, helping deliver efficient and high-quality legal services.
Requirements
- Law degree with strong academic credentials
- Native Mandarin speaker with excellent English communication skills
- 1-2 years' experience in IPOs or M&A preferred
- Strong judgment, initiative, and attention to detail
- Well-organized and deadline-driven