Employment Counsel - 8+ PQE
Star Anise LimitedHong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, 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 multinational corporation, is hiring a general commercial lawyer for their regional legal team based in Hong Kong. This key sole contributor role will advise business units on employment-related matters, review internal policies, handle labour disputes, and advise on e-commerce contracts and technology agreements.
Requirements
- Experience as an employment lawyer with 8+ PQE gained in law firms and in-house with multinational organisations
- Excellent contract drafting and communication skills
- Strong influencing/communication skills
- Excellent written and spoken English and Chinese (Mandarin) languages
- Japanese language skills are advantageous