Head of Legal - Manufacturing

As a Head of Legal, you will oversee and manage all legal and corporate activities across the APAC region

Your new company

Our client is a globally recognised leader in the manufacturing industry, known for its innovation, excellence, and commitment to providing top-tier services and products. With a strong presence in the APAC region, they offer a dynamic and challenging environment for professional growth.

Your new role

As a Head of Legal, you will oversee and manage all legal and corporate activities across the APAC region, ensuring compliance, safeguarding the company’s interests, and providing strategic legal advice to support business operations. Key responsibilities include:

  • Drafting, negotiating, and reviewing various legal documents, commercial agreements, and deeds.
  • Protecting intellectual property rights (IPRs) and other business interests.
  • Supporting interactions with local government authorities for approvals, filings, and communications.

What you'll need to succeed

  • A Chinese-qualified lawyer with at least 10 years of legal experience, either in-house or at an international law firm.
  • Strong fluency in English, with exceptional drafting skills.
  • A business-oriented mindset, a positive and team-focused attitude, and a prudent working approach.
  • Willingness to travel nationally and internationally for business needs

What you'll get in return

Joining this team offers you the opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the legal and corporate strategy for a leading global organisation. You’ll work in a fast-paced and multicultural environment, gain exposure to high-level strategic projects, and enjoy competitive remuneration and growth opportunities.


What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Mark.Yuan@Hays.cn, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Legal
Location
Shanghai
Specialism
Legal
Ref:
1258129

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Mark Yuan, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Shanghai
Unit 1205-1212, HKRI Centre One, HKRI Taikoo Hui, 288 Shimen Road (No.1)

Telephone: +8618642830500