Nathan Lau
Greenwich
Summary
Legal professional with over seven years' experience supporting legal, corporate governance and regulatory compliance functions in multinational organisations. Experienced in legal administration, document management, contract preparation, legal research, stakeholder communication and maintaining confidential records. Highly organised with strong attention to detail and proficient in managing multiple priorities in fast-paced environments. Seeking a Legal Administrator or Legal Support role where I can contribute strong organisational and administrative skills while supporting an in-house legal team or law firm.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Company Secretary
Freelance Company Secretary
11.2024 - Current
- Provided end-to-end company secretarial support to UK companies, ensuring compliance with the Companies Act 2006 and Companies House filing requirements.
- Managed company incorporations, confirmation statements, PSC registers and statutory filings, maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Maintained statutory registers and corporate records using digital governance platforms.
- Coordinated with accountants and external advisers on corporate restructuring, share allotments and capital changes.
- Improved internal governance processes and document management systems, enhancing operational efficiency and audit readiness.
Legal Counsel & Company Secretary
Charterhouse School (Asia) Limited
09.2022 - 10.2024
- Implemented multi-jurisdictional legal and compliance frameworks across Vietnam, Hong Kong, and Malaysia, aligning corporate governance and employment structures with local regulatory requirements.
- Advised on employment and HR compliance matters across multiple jurisdictions (Vietnam, Hong Kong, Malaysia), including hiring structures, employee management, and regulatory requirements.
- Drafted, reviewed, and negotiated high-value commercial agreements, including framework agreements and terms and conditions, ensuring legal risk mitigation and commercial alignment.
- Partnered closely with HR and senior management to provide practical legal advice on workforce issues, including terminations, employee relations, and staff development.
- Managed a portfolio of over 40 group subsidiaries, including Cayman Islands exempted companies and BVI Business Companies, used as offshore holding and investment vehicles.
- Delivered legal support on cross-border workforce structuring and compliance.
Assistant Legal Officer
PC Partner Group Limited
07.2018 - 06.2022
- Supported corporate legal and compliance functions for a multinational technology group operating across Asia-Pacific jurisdictions.
- Provided legal support on employee-related matters, compliance policies, and internal governance frameworks.
- Advised management on regulatory, contractual, and employment risk issues, delivering commercially pragmatic solutions.
- Assisted in the management of offshore holding entities incorporated in the Cayman Islands and the British Virgin Islands, coordinating with registered agents on corporate maintenance and statutory compliance matters.
- Managed regulatory documentation and contractual governance across multiple subsidiaries, ensuring alignment with local legal, compliance, and governance requirements.
- Drafted, reviewed, and standardised commercial and employment-related agreements to mitigate legal risk and enhance contractual consistency across jurisdictions.
- Advised senior management on regulatory, contractual, and risk matters, providing commercially pragmatic legal guidance.
Legal Assistant
Au Yeung Lo & Chung, Solicitors
09.2017 - 07.2018
- Supported senior lawyers in managing employment disputes and tribunal proceedings, enhancing conflict resolution and case coordination skills aligned with Employment Tribunal Management and ACAS Procedures.
- Conducted detailed legal research on employment law and compliance issues, contributing insights that strengthened case strategies and legal risk identification.
- Engaged directly with clients and stakeholders to gather critical information on employment matters, demonstrating strong communication and organizational skills essential for legal advice and liaison with external counsel.
- Prepared comprehensive legal documents for tribunal filings and court proceedings, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards, supporting legal and regulatory risk controls.
- Maintained meticulous case management processes for employment law matters, reflecting attention to detail and autonomous work ethic necessary for effective legal support and risk reporting.
Education
SQE1 preparation course -
QLTS School
London09-2025
AI, Justice, and the Rule of Law
Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
London01-2026
Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice - Brisbane, Australia
College of the Law
Brisbane, Australia01-2022
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - Liverpool, UK
University of Liverpool
Liverpool, UK07-2017
Skills
- Legal Administration & Office Support
- Company Secretarial Support
- Companies House Filings & Statutory Compliance
- Corporate Governance Documentation
- Board Minutes & Resolution Preparation
- Contract Drafting & Document Review
- Legal Research & Compliance Support
- Entity Management & Corporate Records
- Stakeholder & Client Relationship Management
- Microsoft Office & Digital Governance Systems
Certification
Certificate of Admission, Supreme Court of Queensland, 2022-06-07
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Company Secretary
Freelance Company Secretary
11.2024 - Current
Legal Counsel & Company Secretary
Charterhouse School (Asia) Limited
09.2022 - 10.2024
Assistant Legal Officer
PC Partner Group Limited
07.2018 - 06.2022
Legal Assistant
Au Yeung Lo & Chung, Solicitors
09.2017 - 07.2018
SQE1 preparation course -
QLTS School
AI, Justice, and the Rule of Law
Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice - Brisbane, Australia
College of the Law
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - Liverpool, UK
University of Liverpool