Paralegal / Legal Manager - Corporate Transactions

About Ashurst :

Department / Role overview

We are currently looking for a paralegal / Legal Manager to join our Corporate Transactions group. The job holder will work closely with partners, counsels and associates in Hong Kong, Beijing and Shanghai to provide transactional support to ensure that our lawyers can focus on clients' needs and deliver quality and efficient service.

Main responsibilities

• Draft, review and proofread documents.
• Assist with legal due diligence exercises and prepare legal due diligence questionnaires and reports.
• Attend on-site due diligence trips and meetings.
• Conduct legal and company research and analysis.
• Handle legal translations.
• Assist with verification of disclosure documents.
• Assist with the signing and completion of the transactions.

Risk and Control : Ensure that all activities and duties are carried out in full compliance with our regulatory requirements and internal policies.

Essential skills and experience

Background checks

In order to comply with regulatory and client requirements, Ashurst will undertake appropriate vetting of staff. When applicants accept a job offer, Ashurst, alongside a specialist provider, will undertake professional verification and background checks. These checks are only undertaken with consent, and in accordance with our legal and regulatory obligations.