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Legal Manager - International Insurance Firm
Quarry Bay Contract HK$61k -70k pm
About the job
Responsibilities:
- Provide legal advice to senior management and business units on insurance policies, contractual matters, ensuring alignment with Hong Kong's Insurance Ordinance and regulations
- Draft, review, and negotiate a range of contracts, including insurance policies, reinsurance agreements, vendor contracts, and partnership deals, mitigating legal and commercial risks
- Ensure compliance with regulations set by the Insurance Authority (IA), including licensing, solvency, and reporting requirements, while staying abreast of legal and regulatory updates
- Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and compliance risks related to underwriting, claims, and customer interactions, collaborating with risk management teams
- Advise on corporate governance, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements for board operations, key personnel, and control functions as mandated by the IA
- Manage legal disputes, claims litigation, and regulatory investigations, coordinating with external counsel or representing the firm in arbitration/mediation as needed
- Develop and maintain internal policies on data protection
- Coordinate with legal teams across jurisdictions to align strategies and address cross-border legal issues, particularly in mainland China and the Asia-Pacific region
- Serve as a key liaison with regulators, auditors, law firms, and industry bodies (e.g., Hong Kong Federation of Insurers), preparing legal documentation for inquiries or audits
- Report to senior leadership on legal risks, compliance status, and strategic recommendations, balancing legal precision with business objectives
Requirements:
- Law degree from a recognized institution and qualification to practice in Hong Kong or a common law jurisdiction
- Minimum of 3-5 years of post-qualification experience, with a focus on insurance law and regulatory compliance in a multinational setting
- In-depth knowledge of Hong Kong's insurance regulations, corporate governance, and data privacy laws
- Fluency in English and Cantonese required; proficiency in Mandarin highly desirable
- Proven ability to manage cross-jurisdictional legal matters and collaborate with global teams
- Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills, with a strategic and commercial mindset.