Located in the heart of Hong Kong's Central Business District, Star Anise is a specialist legal and compliance recruitment firm like no other. Our focus is on the selection and placement of legal, compliance, and business support candidates at all levels in international law firms, financial services, and commerce and industry across Hong Kong and major financial hubs in Asia. With every mandate we work on, we are committed to delivering long-lasting, pragmatic results through our developing a deep understanding of individual and organisational goals, as well as working in close partnership with clients and candidates alike. The functions we focus on include: LEGAL: * Law firm lateral partner and team hires * General Counsels/heads of legal (in-house) * Qualified lawyers (private practice and in-house) * Claims Managers for insurers * Paralegals CORPORATE GOVERNANCE * Compliance professionals in banks and financial institutions * AML/KYC, onboarding specialists * Company secretaries * Trusts administration and relationship professionals * Forensic accountants and investigations managers BACK-OFFICE SUPPORT / SENIOR MANAGEMENT * COOs, Directors of Administration * CFOs, FCs * Human Resources staff (TA, Generalists, C&B) * BD/marketing * Legal secretaries * Administration * Reception * IT * Finance & accounting (general, pricing, strategic) * Translation Our two founders are qualified lawyers with over 30 years of legal and recruitment industry experience combined, all of whom are committed to delivering the highest standards in professional recruitment solutions. When matching a candidate with the most suitable opportunities, you can rely on our recruiters as your trusted adviser.

Job description

YUZU - Adaptable Resourcing for Modern Demands:

In response to the dynamic business landscape, Star Anise introduces YUZU Flexible Resourcing in Hong Kong and SEA, an innovative solution that enhances client services by connecting them with carefully vetted external attorneys and legal support professionals.

Primary Objective:

YUZU is actively seeking a Corporate Governance Paralegal in Malaysia who is readily available to undertake upcoming client assignments. In this role, you will support our international financial services clients.

Some opportunities may enable the successful applicant to work remotely or in a hybrid work environment.

We welcome your interest and engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in providing corporate secretarial and governance documentation and managing associated matters and filings for companies in overseas common law jurisdictions.
Conduct legal research on relevant regulations, laws, and industry practices.
Support in the preparation and filing of forms and other regulatory filings.
Collaborate with the legal team to ensure compliance with local and global banking laws and regulations.
Assist in due diligence processes including AML/KYC and regulatory enquiries or investigations.
Manage and organise corporate administrative documentation, maintaining accurate records and files.
Provide administrative support to the legal department as needed.
Assist in coordinating with external counsel and legal partners.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies or a related field.
1-3 years of experience in a corporate paralegal or company secretarial role, ideally with some exposure to the banking and finance sector.
A good understanding of banking and finance law and regulations.
Proficiency in legal research and drafting legal documents.
Excellent organisational and time management skills.
Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

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