Counsel (Legal Services - Enforcement)
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· Posted 14 hours ago
Position Overview
Location:
Quarry Bay, Hong Kong 
Compensation:
HK$85,000 - HK$130,000/year
Position:
Mid
Type:
Job
Practice Area:
Corporate Law
Remote:
No
Posted:
Deadline:
May 19, 2026
Job Description
The Securities and Futures Commission is hiring Counsel for its Legal Services Division in Quarry Bay. You will advise on securities enforcement actions, prosecutions, and Market Misconduct Tribunal proceedings, playing a key role in protecting investors and maintaining market integrity in Hong Kong.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise on enforcement actions under the Securities and Futures Ordinance (Cap. 571)
- Prosecute offences in the Magistrates Court and instruct counsel for High Court proceedings
- Prepare cases for the Market Misconduct Tribunal (MMT)
- Handle judicial review proceedings in the High Court and Court of Appeal
Requirements
- Qualified solicitor admitted in Hong Kong
- 3-6 years PQE in securities regulation, litigation, or enforcement
- Knowledge of the Securities and Futures Ordinance essential
Responsibilities
SFO enforcement, MMT proceedings, Magistrates Court prosecution, judicial review
Requirements
Hong Kong qualified solicitor, 3-6 PQE in securities law or enforcement
Perks & Benefits
Legal career opportunities, Professional development, Competitive compensation, Health benefits, Retirement planning
Compensation
HK$85,000 - HK$130,000/year
Practice Area
Corporate Law
Position
Mid
Applicant Location Requirements
Applicants must be located in: US
Application Contact
Contact: Securities and Futures Commission (Hong Kong) Hiring Team
Application Deadline
May 19, 2026
Employment Type
Full time
