Legal Counsel

Shanghai Permanent View Job Description
This role serves as the key legal advisor supporting business operations, compliance, and intellectual property matters across China and selected Asia-Pacific markets. The successful candidate will partner closely with global legal teams and local leadership to provide practical, business-oriented legal guidance in a fast-growing international environment.
  • Global Exposure & Strategic Business Partnering
  • Long-Term Growth Opportunity

About Our Client

Our client is a global agricultural technology company with a strong focus on plant innovation. As the business continues to expand across China and the Asia-Pacific region, the company is seeking a commercially minded legal professional to join its growing team.

Job Description

Commercial & Corporate Legal Support

  • Provide legal guidance for day-to-day business activities across China;
  • Draft, review and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements and legal documents;
  • Support corporate governance, entity management and regulatory compliance activities;
  • Advise management on legal risks and business decisions.



Intellectual Property Support

  • Assist with the management and protection of the company's intellectual property portfolio;
  • Coordinate with external counsel on registration, maintenance and enforcement activities;
  • Support investigations and disputes involving intellectual property rights;
  • Provide practical IP-related guidance to business stakeholders.



Dispute Resolution & Regulatory Affairs

  • Manage litigation, arbitration and other dispute-related matters;
  • Support communications and negotiations with regulatory authorities and relevant stakeholders;
  • Assist with permits, filings and regulatory requirements;
  • Participate in legal risk assessment and mitigation initiatives.



Regional Collaboration

  • Work closely with global legal colleagues, business leaders and external advisers;
  • Support legal matters arising from regional and cross-border projects;
  • Undertake additional legal responsibilities as required.

The Successful Applicant

  • Law degree and qualification to practice law in China;
  • Minimum 5 years of legal experience in private practice or in-house environments;
  • Strong experience in contract drafting, review and commercial negotiations;
  • Knowledge of corporate, commercial, intellectual property or related legal areas;
  • Fluency in both Mandarin and English;
  • Ability to work independently within a fast-paced international environment;
  • Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills;
  • Prior experience with multinational companies or international law firms is advantageous;
  • Interest in agriculture, life sciences, innovation, or technology-driven industries is preferred.

What's on Offer

Global Exposure

Strategic Business Partnering

Long-Term Growth Opportunity

Contact
Megan Gong
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7101959
Phone number
+8621 6026 8064

Job summary

Function
Legal
Specialisation
Corporate
What is your area of specialisation?
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
Shanghai
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Megan Gong
Consultant phone
+8621 6026 8064
Job Reference
JN-092026-7101959

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.