Legal Director - Chinese MNC

Hong Kong Permanent HK$1,300,000 - HK$1,800,000 per year View Job Description
As Legal Director, you will oversee the Group's overseas M&A legal affairs, intellectual property management, and other daily legal matters for the company's international operations.
  • Lead the Group's legal department overseeing international operations
  • Work with a major Chinese MNC, with a strong presence in SEA, Europe, and U.S

About Our Client

A prominent High-Tech Chinese MNC headquartered in Mainland China, with key business activities spanning Southeast Asia, Europe, and the U.S.

Job Description

* Lead and support overseas mergers, acquisitions, investments, and equity restructuring, including conducting due diligence, structuring deals, negotiating contracts, and handling post-merger integration.
* Manage the company's global IP strategy, ensuring protection and management of patents, trademarks, copyrights, and other assets in international markets. Develop and implement related IP policies.
* Ensure compliance with foreign laws and regulations, proactively identifying legal risks across different jurisdictions and mitigating them.
* Review and draft contracts related to the company's overseas business, ensuring they meet legal standards and protect the company's interests. Provide legal support in international negotiations.
* Manage international legal disputes and litigation, provide legal advice, and collaborate with external law firms when necessary to resolve issues.
* Handle ad hoc legal tasks and special projects as required by senior management.

The Successful Applicant

* Master's degree in Law, with BAR qualification.
* At least 10 years of legal experience, particularly in overseas legal affairs, M&A, and intellectual property.
* Fluent in English and Mandarin, with the ability to handle legal documents in both languages and communicate effectively in international business contexts.
* Strong ability to navigate multicultural environments, build effective relationships with teams and partners across regions, and understand diverse business cultures.
* Deep knowledge of intellectual property protection and M&A regulations in global markets, with substantial experience in managing complex M&A and IP-related legal matters.
* Demonstrated ability to work with both Chinese stakeholders and professionals from multinational corporations.

What's on Offer

Based in Hong Kong, with VISA support provided.

Contact
Savanna Ding
Quote job ref
JN-022025-6668730
Phone number
+86 755 36350532

Job summary

Function
Legal
Specialisation
General Counsel - In-house
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Hong Kong
Job Type:
Permanent
Consultant name
Savanna Ding
Consultant phone
+86 755 36350532
Job Reference
JN-022025-6668730

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.