Legal Officer

Description and Requirement

• Manage legal documentation and correspondences in strict confidence;
• Provide legal assistance to Section Head, Head of Legal and Head of Legal and Compliance
• Perform legal research using internal and external knowledge management resources.
•  Keep up-to-date with changes in the law or regulations and advising business partners.
• Assist with case preparation and advising of external counsels.
• Responsible for drafting, reviewing and advising on contracts and other legal documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Laws or higher

• Minimum 2 years working experience in reputable law firm or an in-house counsel environment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including WORD, Excel, Powerpoint and etc.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong attention to detail, with a real passion for and understanding the nature of banking products and the ability to quickly learn about new technologies

• Extremely proactive, self-starter mentality with strong organizational skills.

• Ability to work with various personalities at all levels with sensitivity to cultural diversity.

• Be a collaborative, team player by sharing insights and challenges with the team mate.