Legal Counsel (Ref. No.: PMSA-LC-22/25)

The Property Management Services Authority (PMSA) is the statutory body established under the Property Management Services Ordinance (Cap 626) and is tasked to regulate and promote the development of the property management industry. For further details about the PMSA, please visit website at www.pmsa.org.hk.

Applications are invited for the following position:

Legal Counsel (Ref. No.: PMSA-LC-22/25)

Responsibilities

Reporting to the General Manager (Regulatory), the appointee will be required to:

  1. Provide legal advice to different operation lines and handle all legal related issues, including compliance with the relevant statutory requirements;

  2. Assist in preparing and drafting proceeding documents for disciplinary and appeal hearings;

  3. Assist or represent the PMSA in legal proceedings and hearings;

  4. Draft, review and negotiate legal documents such as agreements with vendors and employment contracts;

  5. Work closely with internal departments, provide legal advice/ practical solutions to issues arising from daily operation;

  6. Handle all legal matters regarding the regulatory regime for the property management services profession, including providing advice on the draft of codes of conduct and administrative guidelines;

  7. Conduct legal or independent background research and seek advice from relevant professionals from other disciplines and government agencies; and

  8. Undertake ad-hoc tasks as assigned from time to time.

Requirements

  1. A qualified solicitor or barrister with a minimum of 5 years of post-qualification legal experience in Hong Kong or another common law jurisdiction. Candidates with less experience with the right calibre will also be considered.

  2. Solid experience in related areas such as building management, property, litigation and disciplinary proceedings;

  3. Strong communication, problem-solving, analytical and drafting skills;

  4. Experience in public sectors, authorities or relevant industries being an advantage;

  5. A good team player with a strong sense of responsibility, good interpersonal and problem solving skills;

  6. Independent and able to work under pressure; and

  7. Excellent command of both spoken and written English and Chinese.

A three-year employment contract will be offered. Remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Interested parties please send your curriculum vitae stating the position (with reference number) you are applying for, current and expected salary, either by email to hr@pmsa.org.hk or by mail to the Manager (Administration and Resources Management), The Property Management Services Authority, Units 806-8, 8/F, Dah Sing Financial Centre, 248 Queen’s Road East, Wan Chai, Hong Kong on or before 8 July 2025.

All information provided by applicants will be treated in strict confidence and used for recruitment purpose only.