Mid Level On-site Legal Counsel Jobs in Hong Kong
Browse 17 mid-level on-site Legal Counsel jobs in Hong Kong. Find Legal & Compliance roles in Hong Kong at top law firms, financial institutions, and multinationals. No Cantonese required — English-speaking expat lawyers, compliance officers, and paralegals are actively sought. Listings updated daily from firms across the city.
17 listings found in Hong Kong
Manager, Legal & Compliance
Tahoe Life Insurance Company Limited · Hong Kong
Posted 5 days ago
Global market compliance (FICC), AVP - Banking
Robert Walters (HK) · Hong Kong
Posted 5 days ago
Client Development Partner (Legal)
LexisNexis · Hong Kong
Deadline: 20 Nov 2026
Deadline: 20 Nov 2026
Posted 14 days ago
Junior Legal Counsel (1-year contract, renewable)
KorumLegal · Hong Kong
Posted 24 days ago
OTC Derivatives Reporting Specialist
Jane Street · Hong Kong
Posted 29 days ago
Senior Compliance Officer - Regulatory Change, Product Governance, Monitoring and Controls
CIGP - Compagnie d'Investissements et de Gestion Privée · Hong Kong
Posted 29 days ago
Derivatives and Trading Documentation Lawyer
CIBC · Hong Kong
Posted 29 days ago
Associate (Litigation & Arbitration)
Withersworldwide · Hong Kong
Posted 35 days ago
Posted 41 days ago
Associate / Senior Associate, Restructuring and Insolvency
RSM HK Advisory Ltd. · Hong Kong
Posted 52 days ago
Manager, Compliance
Chubb Life Hong Kong · Hong Kong
Posted 64 days ago
Debt Finance Associate
Sonder Consultants · Hong Kong
Posted 72 days ago
Capital Markets Associate
Sonder Consultants · Hong Kong
Posted 72 days ago
APAC Legal Counsel - Growth, Compliance & Strategy
Engineersgate · Hong Kong
Posted 73 days ago
Hong Kong Corporate Solicitor or Qualified Company Secretary – Share Capital Filing Matter (Cap. 622
Ordre Group International Limited · Hong Kong
Posted 77 days ago
Senior Information Governance Technology Analyst
Ropes & Gray LLP · Hong Kong
Posted 84 days ago
Manager, Compliance & Risk Advisory
hktservice · Hong Kong
Posted 88 days ago
Legal & Compliance Salary in Hong Kong
Based on Hays Legal Salary Guide HK 2026 & Glassdoor
| Seniority | Salary Range (HKD/month) | Typical Employers |
|---|---|---|
| Entry-level (0–1 yrs) | HK$28,000–45,000 / mo | Law firms, in-house teams |
| Mid-level (2–6 yrs) | HK$50,000–90,000 / mo | International law firms, banks |
| Senior-level (7+ yrs) | HK$100,000–200,000+ / mo | Magic Circle firms, senior in-house counsel |
Key Skills for Legal & Compliance Jobs in Hong Kong
English-Only Roles — No Cantonese Required
Every Legal & Compliance role on this page has been verified to require English only. No Cantonese or Mandarin is required for any currently listed position. All listings are updated daily.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to speak Cantonese or Mandarin to work in Legal & Compliance in Hong Kong?
All roles on ExpatJobBoard require English only. No Cantonese or Mandarin is required for any listing on this page.
How often are Legal & Compliance jobs updated?
New listings are added daily. Every role is verified to require English before appearing on the site.
Do I need a work visa to apply for Legal & Compliance jobs in Hong Kong?
Most employers on this page sponsor the General Employment Policy (GEP) visa for qualified candidates. See our Hong Kong work visa guide for details.
What qualifications are needed for Legal jobs in Hong Kong?
Hong Kong operates a common law system, so qualifications from the UK, Australia, or other common law jurisdictions are widely recognized. Solicitors admitted in England & Wales can apply for re-admission in Hong Kong after fulfilling residency requirements. International law firms regularly recruit English-speaking lawyers for their Hong Kong offices.
Which law firms hire English-speaking lawyers in Hong Kong?
Leading international firms including Linklaters, Freshfields, Clifford Chance, Herbert Smith Freehills, and Baker McKenzie all maintain significant Hong Kong offices and recruit globally for English-speaking solicitors and counsel. Magic Circle and Silver Circle firms typically hire through their global graduate and lateral pipelines, welcoming candidates admitted in England & Wales, Australia, and other common law jurisdictions. All Legal & Compliance roles on ExpatJobBoard are English-first positions.