Managing Associate General Counsel, Trust & Fiduciary Services Greater Hong Kong Area

The Company is seeking a Managing Associate General Counsel to lead legal support for its trust and fiduciary services business. The role provides expert advice on legal, regulatory, and reputational risks; oversees legal activity and advises senior business leaders on strategic and operational matters. Responsibilities include leading and developing a specialized legal team, advising on new products and policy changes, monitoring legal developments, and managing litigation, complaints, and external counsel. The successful candidate will also represent Legal in senior governance forums and build effective relationships with business stakeholders and advisers. Applicants must be qualified legal professionals with at least 10 years of post-qualification experience in the trust business within a common-law jurisdiction. They should have strong expertise in trust law, wealth structuring, succession planning, family governance, and the regulatory framework relevant to private trust services. Significant experience managing specialist legal teams and working with diverse stakeholders is required, along with sound judgment, commercial awareness, and the ability to prioritize legal risks and make timely decisions. Excellent communication, problem-solving, leadership, and relationship-management skills are essential.

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HSBC