(Senior) Corporate Counsel

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The Senior Corporate Counsel will provide legal advice to Shangri-La’s corporate and business teams, with responsibility for commercial contracts, corporate governance, investments, transactions, regulatory matters, and legal risk management. Requirements typically include a Hong Kong legal qualification or equivalent common-law qualification, substantial experience in a reputable law firm or multinational company, and strong knowledge of corporate and commercial law. The successful candidate should have excellent drafting, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills, commercial awareness, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently across multiple jurisdictions. Experience in hospitality, real estate, technology, or international transactions would be advantageous. Fluency in English is expected, while Cantonese or Mandarin may be beneficial.

About the employer

Shangri-La Group is a major luxury hospitality company headquartered in Hong Kong. It operates hotels, resorts, and related businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets under brands including Shangri-La, Kerry Hotels, JEN, and Traders. The group is known for high-quality service, premium accommodation, destination resorts, dining, wellness, and large-scale meetings and events. Its corporate functions support a geographically diverse portfolio involving hotel operations, property development, investments, procurement, technology, and international partnerships. Shangri-La generally offers a multicultural working environment and opportunities to collaborate with teams across different legal and commercial jurisdictions. A senior corporate counsel would contribute at group or regional level, helping protect the company’s interests while enabling expansion, strategic transactions, and efficient business operations.

Working in Hong Kong

Hong Kong is a compact international city with strong opportunities in legal services, finance, hospitality, property, technology, trade, and regional headquarters operations. Its culture blends Cantonese traditions with global influences, reflected in its food, festivals, business etiquette, and multilingual environment. Lifestyle options range from busy urban districts and excellent restaurants to beaches, hiking trails, islands, and country parks. Housing can be expensive, although public transport is efficient and extensive. Overseas professionals normally need an employment visa sponsored by their employer; eligibility commonly depends on qualifications, relevant experience, a confirmed job offer, and market-level pay. Dependants may usually accompany approved visa holders, subject to immigration rules. New arrivals should arrange accommodation, identity documentation, banking, healthcare coverage, and tax advice. Hong Kong’s high-paced work culture suits professionals seeking regional exposure, while its convenient transport and international community make relocation relatively manageable.