Chief Counsel, Wealth And Asset Management, Asia

Manulife

Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Hybrid
Legal leadership in asset management
Managing multi-jurisdictional legal teams
M&a and joint ventures experience
Manulife is seeking a Chief Counsel for Wealth and Asset Management in Asia to lead the legal team across 10 markets in Asia

Job Summary

  • Manulife is seeking a Chief Counsel for Wealth and Asset Management in Asia to lead the legal team across 10 markets in Asia.
  • The Asia Chief Counsel will play a pivotal role in advising the business on driving growth and advancing its digital and customer-centric efforts.
  • Manulife offers a flexible environment that supports well-being, inclusion, and career growth as part of a global team.

Matching Summary

Manulife is seeking a Chief Counsel for Wealth and Asset Management in Asia to lead the legal team across 10 markets in Asia.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Legal leadership in asset management
  • Managing multi-jurisdictional legal teams
  • M&A and joint ventures experience
  • Investment management agreements negotiation
  • Fund formation and distribution legal work
  • Fluent communication in Chinese languages

Nice-to-have

  • Inclusive leadership behaviors
  • Ability to work independently under pressure
  • Experience with digital and customer-centric initiatives
  • Global company communication skills
  • Supporting inorganic growth strategies

Key Requirements

  • LLB or J.D. degree
  • Admission to the Bar in an Asian jurisdiction
  • Significant legal leadership experience in global asset management
  • Ability to influence senior management
  • Experience managing legal teams across multiple jurisdictions
  • Fluent in Putonghua and Cantonese

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