Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsGlobal role, team head positionCommercial, compliance and IPAbout Our ClientOur client is a leading manufacturing company, and they are looking for a Legal Director role to serve as a key legal partner to the business. This role will provide comprehensive legal support across a global manufacturing organization, with particular focus on commercial, compliance, ethics, and intellectual property matters.Job DescriptionProvide practical, business-oriented legal advice on a wide range of commercial mattersDraft, review, and negotiate complex agreements, including: sales and distribution agreements, procurement and supply contracts, manufacturing and OEM agreements, strategic partnerships and joint venturesPartner closely with regional business teams across South America, China, and APACDevelop, implement, and maintain robust compliance and ethics programsAdvise on regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions (including anti-bribery, trade compliance, and data-related regulations)Lead internal investigations and manage compliance risksDeliver training and awareness programs to promote a strong ethical cultureManage and protect the company's global IP portfolio (trademarks, patents, trade secrets)Provide strategic guidance on IP development, registration, and enforcementSupport R&D and product teams on innovation-related legal mattersHandle IP disputes and coordinate with external counsel when neededEstablish and enhance legal policies, procedures, and governance frameworksStandardize contract templates, playbooks, and approval processes across regionsBuild scalable systems to support business growth and operational efficiencyEnsure alignment with global best practices and internal controlManage external counsel across different regions and jurisdictionsNavigate cultural and regulatory complexities in global operationsCollaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams (Commercial, Supply Chain, HR, Compliance, R&D)Communicate legal risks clearly and propose pragmatic solutionsServe as a key contributor to strategic business decisionsThe Successful ApplicantQualified lawyer with a law degree from a recognized institution10+ years of relevant legal experience, preferably in: Manufacturing / industrial / supply chain environmentsIn-house legal roles with multinational exposureStrong experience in commercial contracting, compliance, and IPProven track record in building or enhancing legal/compliance frameworksExperience working across multiple jurisdictions, particularly South America, China, and/or APACFluent in Chinese and EnglishWhat's on OfferGrowing companyGlobal exposureContactChristy ChengQuote job refJN-032026-6961040Phone number+852 2848 4797Job summaryFunctionLegalSpecialisationGeneral Counsel - In-houseWhat is your area of specialisation?Public SectorLocationHong KongJob Type:PermanentConsultant nameChristy ChengConsultant phone+852 2848 4797Job ReferenceJN-032026-6961040
