Advise Explera Hong Kong on contracts, licensing, employment and data protection.
About Explera DMC
Explera DMC is a B2B destination management company (DMC). Travel agents and tour operators book hotels, transfers, tours, guides and events for their customers through Explera, and our teams in Thailand, Japan, South Korea, India and Hong Kong arrange and deliver those services. We also hire for remote roles open to candidates worldwide.
Role overview
We are seeking an experienced Legal Advisor to join our Hong Kong headquarters, through which all of Explera's legal and statutory frameworks are governed. You will advise group leadership and support the country teams in India, Thailand, Japan and South Korea.
You will work with the Travel Industry Ordinance, the PDPO, the Employment Ordinance and group intercompany, partner and supplier contracts, and manage external counsel where needed.
Key responsibilities
1. Contracts & commercial
- Draft, review and negotiate partner, supplier and service agreements
- Maintain the group contract templates used by every country team
2. Licensing & corporate compliance
- Keep business licences, registrations and corporate records up to date
- Coordinate statutory filings and approvals for the group
3. Employment & data protection
- Advise HR on employment contracts, policies and disputes
- Maintain data protection compliance and respond to data requests
4. Disputes & risk
- Handle claims and complaints and manage external counsel
- Train teams on contract basics and compliance
Requirements
- LL.B. or JD; admitted solicitor in Hong Kong or in-house legal experience preferred
- 4+ years of corporate, commercial or in-house legal practice in Hong Kong
- Experience with travel, hospitality or services businesses is a plus
- Cantonese and business English (drafting and negotiation)
- Clear, practical advice that the business can act on
- Valid right to work in Hong Kong
Why join Explera DMC?
- Shape the legal framework of a growing multinational DMC
- Be part of a dynamic, growing DMC with a strong compliance culture
- Autonomy to own your role and drive process improvements
Skills and Languages
Languages
- Cantonese
- Fluent
- English
- Fluent
Skills
- Contract drafting
- Commercial law
- Employment law
- Data protection
- Regulatory compliance
Education
Law degree
Questions about this role
What does the Legal Advisor – Hong Kong at Explera do?
Advise Explera Hong Kong on contracts, licensing, employment and data protection. Day to day, the role includes: draft, review and negotiate partner, supplier and service agreements; maintain the group contract templates used by every country team; keep business licences, registrations and corporate records up to date.
Where is the Legal Advisor – Hong Kong role based, and is it remote?
Location: Hong Kong. Work mode: Hybrid. Employment: full-time. The role is with Explera DMC Limited, part of Explera Group, a B2B destination management company with offices in Thailand, Japan, South Korea, India and Hong Kong.
What experience and qualifications do I need?
Experience: 4–10 years. Education: Law degree. Languages: Cantonese (Fluent), English (Fluent). Key requirement: LL.B. or JD; admitted solicitor in Hong Kong or in-house legal experience preferred.
What is the salary for the Legal Advisor – Hong Kong?
HK$40,000 – HK$65,000 / month. The final offer depends on your experience and interview and is confirmed in writing.
What are the working days and hours?
Monday to Saturday, 09:00-18:00 with a 60-minute break (8 working hours a day). Overtime and any rota changes follow the employment contract and local law.
How do I apply for the Legal Advisor – Hong Kong?
Apply online at https://career.expleradmc.com/jobs/legal-advisor-hong-kong-hklg26/apply. The form takes about 10 minutes: your details, CV and the role's questionnaire, plus the documents it asks for (usually a recent photo, a photo ID and your highest education certificate).
What is the hiring process?
1. Apply (10 min): send your profile and resume in about 10 minutes. 2. Screening (within 5 days): a recruiter reviews your application and may call for a short chat. 3. Interview (1–2 rounds): meet the hiring manager and team, online or in the office. 4. Offer (within 1 week): a written offer with salary, benefits and start date. 5. Welcome (first 30 days): onboarding with your team, systems access and a buddy.
When does this job close?
Applications close on 23 November 2026. Apply early: we review applications as they arrive.
