A premier global law firm is seeking a Corporate Crime & Investigations Associate (2–3 PQE) to join its market-leading practice in Hong Kong. Working on high-stakes multi-jurisdictional fraud, anti-money laundering (AML), and regulatory investigations alongside industry-leading partners, the role provides top-tier cross-border exposure, structured career development, and a competitive international remuneration package.
about the company.
Our client is a distinguished international law firm renowned globally for its dispute resolution, corporate governance, and crisis management capabilities. With an extensive Asia-Pacific footprint, the firm offers a collegial, high-performance working environment, market-leading institutional resources, and continuous opportunities for long-term career advancement.
about the team.
The Hong Kong corporate crime and investigations team is widely recognized among the pre-eminent practices across the Asia-Pacific region. Led by celebrated practitioners in white-collar defence, financial services regulation, and international compliance, the group advises multinational corporations, financial institutions, and sovereign entities on sensitive regulatory inquiries, internal investigations, and complex cross-border risk management.
about the job.
- Manage and support multi-jurisdictional internal investigations concerning corruption, fraud, accounting irregularities, anti-money laundering (AML), and international sanctions.
- Draft witness statements, investigative reports, legal submissions, and factual analysis for corporate boards, audit committees, and regulators including the SFC, HKMA, and overseas authorities.
- Advise multinational corporations and regional enterprises on corporate governance frameworks, whistleblowing disclosures, anti-bribery policies, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Coordinate cross-border forensic inquiries, conduct document reviews, and liaise with independent forensic accountants and technical experts.
- Participate actively in client pitches, legal training, and practice-group thought leadership initiatives.
skills & experience required.
- Qualified lawyer with 2 to 3 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) gained within a recognized disputes, litigation, or regulatory investigations practice.
- Demonstrable exposure to or a strong, genuine interest in white-collar crime, internal investigations, corporate governance, and compliance matters.
- Outstanding academic credentials from a leading university or law school.
- Excellent legal research, factual analysis, drafting, and interpersonal communication capabilities.
- Written and spoken Chinese language skills (Cantonese and/or Mandarin) are an advantage to liaise with regional stakeholders; exceptional professional English fluency is required.
If you are interested in this role, please click 'Apply Now' or send your CV directly to Jamie.milne@randstad.com.hk.
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