(Senior) Corporate Counsel

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The Senior Corporate Counsel will provide strategic legal advice to Shangri-La Group on corporate, commercial, governance, regulatory, contract, and risk matters. Requirements typically include a Hong Kong legal qualification or equivalent, strong experience in an in-house legal team or leading law firm, and proven knowledge of commercial contracts, corporate transactions, and compliance. The successful candidate should communicate confidently with senior stakeholders, manage external counsel, handle complex matters independently, and provide practical, business-focused advice across multiple jurisdictions. Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, organization, and interpersonal skills are expected, together with sound judgment, integrity, discretion, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced international hospitality environment.

About the employer

Shangri-La Group is a Hong Kong-based luxury hospitality company with hotels, resorts, and related businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. Founded in 1971, the group is known for its Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts brand, as well as a strong focus on Asian hospitality, personalized service, and distinctive guest experiences. Its portfolio includes luxury city hotels, destination resorts, serviced apartments, and other hospitality operations. The corporate team supports a large, geographically diverse organization dealing with property development, hotel management, procurement, technology, employment, commercial arrangements, and regulatory matters. Working for Shangri-La generally offers exposure to cross-border business issues, a multicultural workforce, and the legal and operational complexity of a global hospitality group headquartered in Hong Kong.

Working in Hong Kong

Hong Kong offers strong opportunities in hospitality, finance, legal services, technology, property, retail, and international business. Its culture blends Cantonese traditions with global influences, reflected in its food, festivals, neighborhoods, and efficient business environment. Lifestyle choices range from dense urban living and vibrant nightlife to hiking, beaches, islands, and quiet country parks. Public transport is excellent, although housing can be expensive, particularly in central districts. Overseas professionals generally need an employment visa sponsored by their employer; the company normally submits the application, and approval depends on qualifications, salary, and the role’s business need. Dependants may usually accompany approved visa holders. New arrivals should arrange accommodation, a Hong Kong identity card, banking, healthcare coverage, and tax registration. Cantonese is widely spoken, while English is common in professional workplaces.