Notary Internship in Hong Kong

Location: Hong Kong SAR

Work Arrangement: On-site
Duration: Minimum 8 consecutive weeks (longer preferred)

Chinese language skills: Not required (advantageous but optional)

This position is voluntary and unpaid.

Applicants without the right to work in Hong Kong, or without residential connections or immediate travel plans to the region, will not be shortlisted.

About the Internship

Ravenscroft & Schmierer, a Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2025 & 2026 top‑ranked law firm, offers a hands‑on internship supporting our Notary Public. Our notarial practice serves a high volume of local and international clients, making this an ideal opportunity for candidates interested in notarial procedures, AML compliance, and professional client service in an international law‑firm environment.

This internship is suitable for term-time students or recent graduates who are self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and able to work independently under supervision.

Who Should Apply

Please only apply if you:

are available for at least 8 consecutive weeks (longer preferred)
can work during term-time
already hold the right to work in Hong Kong
are a local full-time student or a recent graduate

Students from all academic backgrounds with strong administrative skills and interest in notarial work are welcome. A law degree is not required.

Key Responsibilities

You will support the firm's Notary Public and Compliance Team by assisting with:

client communication via email, phone, and in-person meetings
administrative and document-handling tasks
AML (anti‑money laundering) compliance procedures
coordination of notarial appointments and verification processes
general office support as needed

This role requires professionalism, accuracy, and discretion, as you will engage directly with clients and confidential documents.

Candidate Profile

Successful applicants will demonstrate:

Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Professional, courteous and client‑focused behaviour
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
A proactive, independent and responsible work ethic
High level of confidentiality, discretion and diplomacy
Proficiency in MS Office, SharePoint, OneDrive and MS Teams
Respect for legal standards and strict AML compliance
Strong organisational and multitasking abilities

What You Will Gain

This unassessed internship provides valuable exposure to:

notarial work and international client matters
AML compliance operations in a leading Hong Kong law firm
a multicultural, cross‑jurisdictional legal environment
practical administrative and client-handling skills

It is an excellent opportunity for students exploring careers in:
legal services, corporate services, compliance, administrative management, or international client operations.

About Ravenscroft & Schmierer

Founded in 1985, Ravenscroft & Schmierer is a highly ranked Hong Kong law firm recognised by:

We are signatories to the EOC Racial Diversity & Inclusion Charter, supporters of the Equal Love Coalition, and a proud Shark-Free Company following HKSF guidelines. Our culture is international, inclusive, and collaborative.

Read articles from past interns:
https://www.rs-lawyers.com.hk/articles/categories/internship-experiences