Counsel, Legal, Global Contracts Team (GCT), Asia Pacific/Hong Kong at Lenovo in Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China focuses on In this key role, you will provide expert contract support and legal risk assessment, partnering closely with internal. The posting should be reviewed for the full requirements, duties, and employment details.
Counsel, Legal, Global Contracts Team (GCT), Asia Pacific (AP)/Hong Kong (HK)Location: Cyberport, Pokfulam, Hong KongReporting to: Lead Senior Counsel, CAP, Japan & ANZ, GCT, APRole purposeWe are seeking a highly skilled, seasoned Contract Lawyer with deep experience negotiating complex technology contracts to join Lenovo’s Global Contract Team (GCT) – Asia Pacific in Hong Kong. In this key role, you will provide expert contract support and legal risk assessment, partnering closely with internal stakeholders locally and across Lenovo’s global business teams in Hong Kong and selected East and Southeast Asian markets. The successful candidate will draft, review, negotiate, and advise on complex technology transactions (hardware, software and services) under Lenovo’s global contracting framework—ensuring compliance with regional and local laws—in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese.Key responsibilitiesDraft, review, and negotiate complex technology agreements, including cloud/SaaS, managed services, hardware + services bundles, software licensing, DPA/processing terms, MSAs/SOWs, OEM/ODM, reseller & channel/partner agreements, and SLAs.Provide practical, business-oriented advice on technology risk, data/privacy, cybersecurity, export controls, and regulatory issues in Hong Kong and East and Southeast Asian countriesPartner with sales, procurement, finance and operations to enable timely tech deal closure while protecting Lenovo’s legal and commercial interests.Identify and escalate material risks; propose tech-focused mitigation strategies aligned with corporate policies and playbooks.Contribute to continuous improvement of tech contract templates, playbooks, and processes; deliver training to business stakeholders.Coordinate with subject matter experts on country-specific technology issues as needed.Candidate profile Law degree (JD/LLB/LLM) from a recognized institution in Hong Kong or Singapore8+ years PQE in commercial contracting, with a significant focus on complex technology contracts (e.g., cloud/SaaS, managed services, software licensing, hardware + services transactions, data processing, cybersecurity, and channel/partner models).Proven track record negotiating high-value Hong Kong based and multi-jurisdictional technology deals and balancing legal risk with business objectives. Native or native-level English, with professional proficiency in Mandarin and Cantonese.Strong stakeholder management, communication, and drafting skills in fast-paced, international tech environments.Public-sector/regulated-industry tech contracting experience is a plus.Strong collaboration skills across functions and seniority levels; ability to work under pressure while maintaining excellent client service.Why LenovoWork on complex, high-value, multi-jurisdictional technology contracts in AP with leading global customers and suppliers.Join a culture that values innovation in legal practice, enabling measurable business impact through smart, practical solutions.Be part of a collaborative, forward-looking Global Contracts Team that partners closely with Lenovo’s business units worldwide.