Junior US Corporate Associate (Beijing)
Star Anise LimitedBeijing, China
Posted January 13, 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 firmâs core focus spans lateral partner and inâhouse legal hires, compliance specialists, forensic accountants, and senior backâoffice 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 partnershipâdriven approach and commitment to high professional standards set them apart as a trusted adviser in the recruitment landscape.
Job Description
Our client is a major international law firm with a substantial presence across Asia. Its Beijing office is looking to hire a junior US corporate associate to support a broad mix of transactional and advisory matters.
Requirements
- 1â3 years' PQE as a US-qualified corporate attorney
- JD from a reputable US law school
- Substantive internship experience in US securities or corporate teams at recognised international law firms
- Strong drafting, analytical, and organisational skills
- Proactive, detail-oriented approach and the ability to work effectively in a team-driven, cross-border environment
Benefits
- Collaborative working culture
- Broad developmental experience
- Clear progression
- International exposure
- Globally established and stable platform