Legal Analyst | Graduate Entry-Level | YUZU ALSP | HKG

Primary Objective:

YUZU, an Alternative Legal Services Provider, is seeking indicators of interest from fresh and recent graduates in Hong Kong who are readily available to undertake upcoming client assignments as a Legal Analyst. 

Depending on the assignment, you will support our clients of all sizes ranging from international financial institutions, multi-national companies, listed companies, SMEs and start-up technology companies in playing a key supporting role in their legal operations. Depending on the client demands, there may be opportunities to switch clients when one assignment ends and another starts.

Client demands will vary, and some assignments are of a temporary nature, typically 3-6 months, whilst others may be ongoing. Some opportunities may even enable the successful applicant to work remotely or in a hybrid work environment. This role is ideal for a graduate looking to gain invaluable experience in the legal industry or for junior paralegals or compliance professionals looking to switch to a more commercial focused paralegal role. 

We welcome your interest and engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Negotiate, review, and draft a wide range of general commercial contracts, including procurement, customer, and vendor contracts, ensuring accuracy and completeness, and its timely execution.

• Maintain an organised contract repository, ensuring that all contracts adhere to the necessary regulatory requirements and internal protocols.

• Contribute to the development and enhancement of contract templates and legal processes to streamline contract management.

• Stay informed about legal and regulatory developments and procurement processes relevant to your assigned field.

• Conducting due diligence exercises and legal research.

• Manage administrative tasks related to contract management, including meticulous record-keeping and efficient document retrieval.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in law in a common law jurisdiction or a similar discipline.

• As well as fresh graduates, candidates with between 6 months to 2 years experience in negotiating and reviewing general commercial and procurement contracts, preferably within the banking or financial services industry, are welcome.

• Strong comprehension of contract law.

• Experience in contract negotiation and contract management is advantageous although not necessarily mandatory as training and supervision will be given.

• Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills.

• Effective teamwork and collaboration skills.

• Ability to thrive and adapt in a fast-paced and dynamic legal environment.

• Fluency in Chinese Mandarin (written and spoken) would be advantageous in certain assignments but not mandatory for all.

Benefits: We can offer competitive compensation, growth opportunities, and a flexible work environment.

YUZU is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals with diverse experiences and backgrounds.