Associate, Greater China Capital Markets

Who we are

We are one of the largest international law firms in the world. With over 30 offices across the globe, we strive to exceed the expectations of our clients, providing them with the highest-quality advice and legal insight, which combines the firm’s global standards with in-depth local expertise.

Our firm, work and people span jurisdictions, cultures, and languages. We offer our clients a truly international perspective. We believe every career should be rewarding and stimulating - full of opportunities to learn, thrive, and grow. That’s why we’re so proud of our inclusive, friendly, and team-based approach to work.

You’ll find our clients in commercial and industrial sectors, the financial investor community, governments, regulators, trade bodies, and not-for-profit organisations. But no matter who they are or why they’ve reached out to us, we provide a world-class service every step of the way. And that’s possible thanks to the entrepreneurial spirit and conscientious approach to work that you’ll find across all of our teams.

Whichever area of the business you join, you’ll become an integral part an innovative, diverse and ambitious team of people. Clifford Chance is a place where the brightest minds and the best of colleagues meet.

The role

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Capital Markets Associate to join our dynamic team in Beijing. The successful candidate will be involved in a wide range of Greater China IPO transactions, including but not limited to, ECM transactions and some DCM transactions. This role requires a deep understanding of financial markets, as well as the ability to navigate complex legal and regulatory frameworks across multiple jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documentation related to Greater China equity capital markets transactions and debt capital markets transactions. 
• Advise clients on transactions including IPOs, follow-on offerings, and debt issuances.
• Draft and negotiate transaction documents, including prospectuses, underwriting agreements, and disclosure materials.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and stock exchanges in Mainland China and Hong Kong.
• Support client meetings, due diligence sessions, and deal execution across Greater China.
• Collaborate with colleagues across practices and jurisdictions to deliver seamless client service.
• Participate in client meetings and conference calls to discuss transactional structures and legal issues.

Your experience

• Qualified lawyer with a minimum of 1 years PQE in capital markets within a reputable law firm or financial institution.
• Strong academic credentials in law.
• Proficiency in English and Mandarin is mandatory.
• Proven track record in managing capital markets transactions
• Excellent legal drafting and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• A team player with a commitment to delivering high-quality work.

How we will support you

Lawyers are given the chance to handle a tremendous variety of work and the partners actively work towards ensuring individual lawyers receive their preferred mix of work. You will be given responsibility for running transactions and working closely with clients and other lawyers. This means that you will develop outstanding transaction management and organisational skills as well as developing superb technical abilities.

Equal opportunities 

At Clifford Chance we understand that our true asset is our people. Inclusion is good for our team and their families, our firm and society. 

We are committed to treating all employees and applicants fairly and equally regardless of their gender, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, social or economic background, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation, or age. This applies to recruitment and selection, terms and conditions of employment including pay, promotion, training, transfer and every other aspect of employment.

Our goal is to deliver an equality of opportunity, an equality of aspiration and an equality of experience to everyone who works in our firm. Find out more here. 

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