Equity Derivatives Lawyer | 5+ PQE | 1 Year Contract | HKG
Star Anise LimitedHong Kong, China
Posted January 6, 2026
Contract / Temporary
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
Equity Derivatives Lawyer required to support international bank's equity derivatives and trading business in Hong Kong on a one-year contract basis.
Requirements
- 5+ years post-qualified experience in equity derivatives and/or master documentation
- Strong experience drafting and negotiating ISDA Master Agreement and related documentation
- Familiarity with equity derivatives, structured notes and warrants
- Excellent attention to detail, collaborative approach and able to work to tight deadlines
- Fluency in English required, Chinese languages useful but not essential