Baker & McKenzie is one of the largest and leading international law firms in the globe. The firm is particularly singled out as having one of the most pre-eminent China practice and presence. With over 30 years' experience in advising on doing business in China, we bring an in-depth understanding of China's cultural, political, business and legal structure.
Our offices in Hong Kong, Beijing and Shanghai offer a unique platform from which to provide legal services throughout Greater China, and more generally across Asia Pacific. The Hong Kong office is also the central hub for our Korean Practice.
As a full service practice, we advise on market leading transactions in all key practice areas and industry sectors and coordinate significant cross border assignments emanating from Hong Kong/China for market leading companies. Our client base is a who's who of global business, including representing a large proportion of the top FT100 companies, and leading local conglomerates.
A key strength of the firm is its ability to adapt and position itself as a "market mover" and "first-to-market" on the changing regulations and market dynamics. This is evidenced from the firm's leading position in specific areas like REITs, Employment, Intellectual Property and Tax.
The Beijing office of Baker & McKenzie is currently recruiting for below positions:
Summer Intern: 5
Internship period: June to August 2012 ( 4 - 8 weeks)
Working place: Baker & McKenzie Beijing Office
Working hours: Full-time
Closing date of applications: 20 May 2012
A. Practice: General Corporate
No. of headcount: 3
The ideal candidates should fit the following profile:
1. 2013 LLB or LLM candidates (full time PRC students only);
2. Academic merit (Top 30% students will be given priority) as shown in their LLB or LLM degree;
3. Have excellent drafting skills and fluent in English and Mandarin;
4. Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
5. Interests in pursuing career development in an international law firm.
B. Practice: Employment Law
No. of headcount: 2
The ideal candidates should fit the following profile:
1. 2013 LLB or LLM candidates (full time PRC students only);
2. Academic merit (Top 30% students will be given priority) as shown in their LLB or LLM degree;
3. Have excellent drafting skills and fluent in English and Mandarin;
4. Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
5. Demonstrated interest or experience in China employment law and local regulations.
If you are interested in these positions, please submit your resume (Chinese and English) with recent photo and transcript with ranking to: HR-BEI.HK@bakermckenzie.com and mark in the subject of "General Corporate Intern + Name + University" or "Employment Law Intern + Name + University".
Applicants may consider their applications unsuccessful if no arrangement for test or interview is made within one month.
Closing date for applications is 20 May 2012.
