Join Us @
Christopher & Lee Ong
Why Join Us
Ready to build a career with a leading legal team that has an ASEAN footprint?
At Rajah & Tann Asia, we take investment in human capital very seriously. Our search is never ending to find like-minded people with the same passion, pursuit of excellence, ethos and work ethic. Above all, people with our DNA, single-mindedness and pride for a job well done in everything we do. In return, we offer a work environment which is challenging, dynamic, collaborative, and inclusive and founded on mutual respect and support for a healthy work life balance. If these values which are as important to you as it is to us, contact us now. We are searching for you!
With over 1,000 fee earners in the region working towards one shared goal of giving our clients the home advantage, we are the Lawyers Who Know Asia and we are looking for passionate and like-minded individuals who can contribute to our team and grow with us. We are Rajah & Tann Asia, one of the largest regional networks comprising award winning law firms with offices in 10 countries. Individually, each firm offers the highest standards of service to locally based clients. Collectively, we handle the most complex regional and cross border deals
JOB OPPORTUNITY
Christopher & Lee Ong is a member firm of Rajah & Tann Asia and is one of the leading top-tier law firms, ranked by leading legal publications.
We are a firm where tradition meets cutting-edge practice, we are forward-thinking people who are passionate about driving innovation in the legal field.
We believe that, more than anything else, it’s this love of what we do that has enabled us to become one of Asia’s most dynamic and innovative law firms.
If you share our belief and ambitions, we welcome you to know us better.
Vacancies
Is Christopher & Lee Ong the law firm you are looking for?
Confident that you've got the qualities we're looking for?
If so, we warmly invite you to browse the application details on this page
and we look forward to meeting you.
To apply, please write in with your detailed CV, educational certificates and transcripts to clo-info@christopherleeong.com.
PARTNER-LEVEL LAWYER IN CAPITAL MARKETS / MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS PRACTICE TO PROVIDE TRANSACTION-SUPPORT SERVICES [CLO – KL]
What are we looking for?
We are looking to hire a Partner-level lawyer to join our Capital Markets / Mergers & Acquisitions Practice. The position will be located within our Malaysian-network firm Christopher & Lee Ong in Kuala Lumpur.
The ideal candidate will have worked in a well-established law firm focusing on a range of corporate transactions, including public and private mergers & acquisitions, and private equity investments.
The Role Will Involve
- Providing legal support on a broad range of transactions including placements; rights issues; bonus issues and other secondary issues, issues of bonds, continuing listing requirements; corporate disclosure and corporate governance, capital and corporate restructuring, and employee share schemes.
- Providing support on the full spectrum of legal issues involving the following transactions in Singapore as well as the wider ASEAN region, such as:
- Acquisitions and divestments of companies (both public and private), businesses and assets
- Takeovers (hostile, contested and uncontested) of Singapore listed companies
- Reverse takeovers (RTOs)
- Mergers, amalgamations and schemes of arrangements
- Delistings, privatisations, de-mergers and corporate restructurings
- Private equity investments
The list of duties and responsibilities is intended to describe the general content of, and requirements for the performance of this job, and therefore, may also include the undertaking of additional tasks as required.
Key Skills and Experience
- Malaysian and/or Singapore qualified lawyer with minimum 7 years post-qualification experience.
- Experience in corporate transactions, including public and private mergers & acquisitions, and private equity investments.
- Good grounding in legal knowledge and skills.
- Commitment to technical excellence and delivering excellent client service.
- Possess initiative, drive and commercial acumen, and works well in a team.
- Excellent communication and drafting skills.
Interested applicants may send in CV, Transcripts (SPM or equivalent onwards) and Cover Letter (optional) to experiencedhire@christopherleeong.com
Role
The General Manager will be responsible for overseeing all day-to-day operational activities of the Firm and executing the Firm’s strategic goals and priorities. This role requires a proactive business leader who will collaborate with the Managing Partner, Partners and Managers to ensure the Firm operates efficiently and effectively, in line with the Firm’s vision and values.
1.Day-to-Day Operations
- Operational Management: Manage the key operations and functions of the Firm to maintain a seamless and productive work environment.
- Business Services Oversight: Ensure the effective functioning of all Business Services, including Administration, Business Development & Marketing, Finance, Knowledge Management, Human Resources, Information Technology, and Risk Management.
- Leadership & Team Development: Provide strong leadership to Business Services Managers and staff, including coaching, motivation, performance management, and conflict resolution.
- Process Improvement: Evaluate the Firm’s operational functions from Department Heads through to infrastructure, recommending and implementing programs to improve service quality and operational efficiency.
- Financial Management: Oversee the preparation and tracking of capital, income, and expense budgets, and implement financial controls to ensure resources are used effectively.
- Office Management: Manage all leasing activities, including space planning, office renovations, relocations and hybrid working arrangements. Oversee office contracts, procurement processes, independent contractors, maintenance and service contracts, and equipment leasing.
2.Trusted Business Partner
- Strategic Planning & Execution: Support the Managing Partner and Executive Committee in creating and implementing the office business plan, aligning operational initiatives with strategic objectives.
- Advisory Role: Act as a trusted advisor to the Managing Partner and Partners, offering insights to guide decision-making and strategic growth.
- Performance & Profitability: Collaborate closely with the Managing Partner and Practice Group Heads to monitor, manage, and drive performance and profitability, ensuring alignment with the Firm’s financial goals.
- Talent Management: Lead strategic recruitment and talent management initiatives to attract, retain, and develop top talent.
- Firm Committees: Support various Firm committees and their Partner leads to advance the Firm’s programs, ensuring they have adequate resources and support to achieve their objectives.
- Meeting Facilitation: Organise and facilitate regular management meetings, including Partner meetings, and Managers meetings, to support alignment and decision-making across the Firm.
Interested applicants may send in CV, Transcripts (SPM or equivalent onwards) and Cover Letter (optional) to clo-info@christopherleeong.com.
Interested applicants may send in CV, Transcripts (SPM or equivalent onwards) and Cover Letter (optional) to graduates@christopherleeong.com
Interested applicants may send in CV, Transcripts (SPM or equivalent onwards) and Cover Letter (optional) to clo-info@christopherleeong.com
We would love to hear from you
Please do contact us if you have any further questions about careers with Christopher & Lee Ong or visit our Rajah & Tann Asia Careers page.
