Senior Legal Counsel

2 days ago

Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong SAR China AIA Hong Kong and Macau Full time

We don't simply believe in being 'The Best'. We believe in better - because there's no limit to how far 'better' can take us.

We believe in empowering every one of our people to find their 'better' - in the work they do, the career they build, the life they live and the difference they make. So that together we can support even more people - including our own - to live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

If you believe in better, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Legal Counsel to serve as a trusted legal advisor and business partner across various market functions. This role is more than just providing legal advice. It involves driving change, shaping strategies, and supporting key business initiatives.

FIND YOUR 'BETTER' AT AIA

The ideal candidate will have broad legal experience spanning multiple practice areas (such as corporate transactions, M&A, contentious, regulatory, and commercial) and a customer-centric approach to problem-solving. Prior in-house experience is preferred, particularly with exposure to regulatory communications.

As part of a dynamic and collaborative environment, you will gain broad legal, regulatory, and commercial exposure while engaging with diverse stakeholders. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to strategic business initiatives and support meaningful change across the organization.

Roles and Responsibilities

Legal advisory & support

  • Provide customer-centric and commercially sound legal advice across different business areas, including product development, operations, marketing, distribution, and employment.
  • Support strategic projects and initiatives to ensure legal and regulatory compliance, mitigate risks, and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Review, and draft contracts, including policy contracts, distribution agreements, service agreements, and marketing materials.
  • Provide legal support on day-to-day operational matters, ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory obligations.

Regulatory

  • Support communications and engagement with regulators including the Insurance Authority, the Securities and Futures Commission, the Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Authority, and the Monetary Authority of Macao.
  • Provide guidance to internal teams on regulatory risks and requirements, ensuring alignment with applicable laws and regulations.

Contentious

  • Manage disputes and litigation, including working with external counsel where needed.
  • Handle, and mitigate legal risks related to policyholder claims, coverage disputes, and customer complaints.

Minimum Job Requirements:

  • Law degree (LLB, JD or equivalent) and qualified to practice in Hong Kong as a solicitor or barrister.
  • Minimum 6 years PQE, with previous in-house experience preferred.
  • Legal experience spanning multiple practice areas, such as corporate, commercial, M&A, litigation, or regulatory advisory (insurance experience is a plus but not necessary).
  • Previous experience in handling regulatory communications is preferred.
  • Excellent writing, communication, and analytical skills, with the ability to provide clear, solution-oriented legal advice.
  • Logical thinker with a proactive and problem-solving mindset, able to navigate complexity and drive meaningful change.
  • Ability to work independently while also thriving in a collaborative team environment.
  • Fluent in written and spoken English and Cantonese.

Others:

  • The incumbent is required to obtain relevant license if the job involves in regulated activities.

Build a career with us as we help our customers and the community live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

You must provide all requested information, including Personal Data, to be considered for this career opportunity. Failure to provide such information may influence the processing and outcome of your application. You are responsible for ensuring that the information you submit is accurate and up-to-date.

BELIEVE IN BETTER

At AIA we've started an exciting movement to create a healthier, more sustainable future for everyone. It's about finding new ways to not only better people's lives, but to better the communities and environments we live in.

As the largest listed company on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, we've been proudly making a difference for people and communities across Asia for over a century. And we build on this every day with our ambition to engage one billion people to live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives by 2030.

If you work at AIA, you play an important part in this movement. Which is why we give you every opportunity to learn, grow and shape your career - your way.
Inspiring and supporting you to thrive - not just at work, but in life.

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