Senior Level Legal Counsel Jobs in Hong Kong
Browse 50 senior-level 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.
50 listings found in Hong Kong
Matter Pricing & Profitability Manager - Top Tier UK Law Firm
Ambition · Hong Kong
Posted today
Compliance Advisory
Black Swan Group · Hong Kong
Posted 2 days ago
Senior Counsel, Regulatory and Licensing
Bitget · Hong Kong
Posted 3 days ago
Dispute Resolution Partner | FS focused | Int'l Law Firm | HKG
Star Anise Limited (Legal and Compliance Recruitment Consultancy) · Hong Kong
Posted 3 days ago
Compliance Director (Foreign Corporate Bank, 1M - 1.4M)
Robert Half · Hong Kong
Posted 4 days ago
Compliance Director (Foreign Corporate Bank, 1M - 1.4M)
Robert Half · Hong Kong
Posted 4 days ago
ECM Legal Counsel – Global Bank
Ashford Benjamin · Hong Kong
Posted 9 days ago
Associate Director, Dispute Intelligence
Control Risks · Hong Kong
Posted 10 days ago
Regulatory Compliance & Licensing Senior Manager
MetaComp · Hong Kong
Posted 13 days ago
Senior Company Secretary & Governance Lead
Michael Page International (Hong Kong) Limited · Hong Kong
Posted 14 days ago
Senior Company Secretary, Banking
Hays · Hong Kong
Posted 16 days ago
Senior Legal Counsel, APAC
Reap · Hong Kong
Posted 18 days ago
Senior Manager, Compliance, Asia Asset Management
Sun Life Financial · Hong Kong
Posted 22 days ago
Managing Director, Forensic Advisory
Teneo · Hong Kong
Posted 23 days ago
Posted 23 days ago
Senior Compliance Officer, Cash Equity APAC
BNP Paribas · Hong Kong
Posted 23 days ago
Senior Legal Counsel (Employment Law), Financial Services
NOVA8 · Hong Kong
Posted 27 days ago
Deputy Head of Corporate Governance & Compliance
Randstad Hong Kong · Hong Kong
Posted 32 days ago
Compliance Advisory VP (Wealth Management) - Reputable FI
Gravitas Recruitment Group (Global) Ltd · Hong Kong
Posted 37 days ago
Head of IS KYC, VP
BNP Paribas · Hong Kong
Posted 40 days ago
Compliance Advisory VP
Gravitas Recruitment Group · Hong Kong
Posted 40 days ago
Information Security - Analyst to Senior Manager
One Arrow Consulting Group · Hong Kong
Posted 45 days ago
Compliance Director HK
Aspire · Hong Kong
Posted 47 days ago
Senior Counsel, Privacy (Fintech Area)
Agoda · Hong Kong
Posted 48 days ago
Senior Corporate M&A Partner - China Practice
Horizon Recruitment Pte. Ltd. · Hong Kong
Posted 49 days ago
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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 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.