APAC Legal Off Cycle Internship - 6 Months

WELLINGTON MANAGEMENT

Wellington Management offers comprehensive investment management capabilities that span nearly all segments of the global capital markets. Our investment solutions, tailored to the unique return and risk objectives of institutional clients in more than 50 countries, draw on a robust body of proprietary research and a collaborative culture that encourages independent thought and healthy debate. As a private partnership, we believe our ownership structure fosters a long-term view that aligns our perspectives with those of our clients.

The Position

The Intern will be joining the Legal Team for a six months’ internship program, starting from June 2025. The Intern working in collaboration with APAC, and global counsel, associates and administrative staff of the Legal, Compliance & Risk department. The Intern will contribute to both ongoing initiatives and new short-term projects, regulatory developments, corporate governance, and counterparty documentation related to equity, fixed income and derivatives transactions. As part of a group of legal services professionals, the Intern will work with a variety of other internal and external professionals, including Client Group, Trading and Operations in providing client documentation, researching internal information, and researching regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

We are seeking one Intern for this role; Responsibilities include, most recently:

Client and Entity Document Review, Production and Research

Database Population & Document Management

Gap Analysis

Record Retention

Signature Coordination

Legal & Regulatory Research

Qualifications/Attributes

The candidate should possess the following qualifications:

Working towards a Bachelor’s degree; course of study in Law, Business, Economics, Finance or related field is preferred. Applicants should be in their penultimate year of study.

Demonstrated accomplishments in academics, community service, and/or extracurricular activities.

Highest ethical standards and integrity

Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

An eagerness to learn, and interest in financial markets

Self-motivated and detail-oriented, with an ability to prioritize ongoing and time sensitive goals

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, fluency in Asian language skills is advantageous

Students must have Hong Kong work authorization to be considered for the role.

Interested students should apply and include the following documents with their application:

CV stating their work authorization in Hong Kong

Statement of interest (1 page, indicating why you are interested in this role at Wellington, and your availability for a 6 months’ internship starting from June 2025)

Year of graduation

Latest Academic Transcript (Official or Unofficial)

Interview Process

Candidates will be notified of their application status via email after the application deadline. If selected to continue, first round phone screens will be scheduled with interviews after.

Deadline to apply is April 18, 2025.

JOB TITLE2025 APAC Legal Off Cycle Internship - 6 Months

LOCATIONHong Kong

Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? That’s ok. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply and welcome a chance to review your background. We are dedicated to building and maintaining a diversified workforce and considering a broad array of candidates with a variety of skill, workplace experiences, and backgrounds.

As an equal opportunity employer, Wellington Management considers all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, creed, national origin, age, ancestry, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you are a candidate with a disability, or are assisting a candidate with a disability, and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please email us at .

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