Legal Manager

• Monitor and ensure the company's compliance with local, national, and international laws and regulations relevant to its operations.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure adherence to legal requirements.
• Conduct regular audits and assessments to identify and address potential compliance issues.

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, agreements, and legal documents, including vendor contracts, client agreements, and partnerships.
• Advise on contractual matters to protect the organization's interests and ensure favourable terms.

• Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks associated with business activities.
• Provide guidance on risk management strategies to minimize potential legal liabilities.

• Manage and oversee legal disputes, including litigation and alternative dispute resolution processes.
• Collaborate with external legal counsel when necessary and represent the organization's interests in legal proceedings.

• Manage and protect the organization's intellectual property portfolio, including trademarks, patents, copyrights, and trade secrets.
• Conduct IP searches and assessments, and assist in filing and defending IP rights.

• Stay current with changes in relevant laws and regulations affecting the organization's industry.
• Advise the company on regulatory matters and assist in obtaining necessary licenses and permits.

• Ensure compliance with corporate governance standards and provide guidance to senior management and the board of directors.
• Assist in the preparation of board meetings, resolutions, and corporate documentation.

• Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD); Master's degree in Law or relevant field is a plus.
• Active license to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the field of legal, with at least 8 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
• Able to work independently as an Individual contributor role in managing multiple priorities and make sound legal judgments.
• Strong knowledge of local and relevant international laws and regulations.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Able to multi-task and work long hours when required.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external partners.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills and comfortable working with tight timelines.
• Good command of English and Chinese/Mandarin (both written & spoken).

Desired Skills and Experience