A business with games and programming in over 200 countries and territories in 50 languages with merchandising sales in more than 120,000 stores in over 100 countries on 6 continents and a social media presence with over 1 billion followers.
We are looking for a senior lawyer that will thrive in a working culture that is young, entrepreneurial and hands-on working alongside a team of international lawyers advising on business and strategy on areas such as digital media, TV, sponsorship, licensing, IP, social media and merchandising.
Package includes - relocaction, housing, stock options, schooling, car allowance and additional benefits.
Key requirements
- The ideal candidate is most likely currently working in an in-house legal capacity at a business with a global presence
- Fluent in both Mandarin and English
- International work experience outside of mainland China essential
- PRC, English, Hong Kong, New York or California bar qualification – preferably dual qualification.
- Ability to multi-task in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
- Has legal technical and analytical skills balanced by business acumen
Experience Profile
- Subject-matter expertise in TV and digital media and sports businesses highly preferred
- Experience in commercial exploitation of IP a must (patents experience not helpful)
- Deep and strong track record in a wide variety of general corporate and commercial matters, especially contracts
- Solid experience in cross-border joint venture and M&A considered a plus (pure experience in M&A and JVs will not be considered)
- Has stature, social and presentational skills, strength of character and unquestioned integrity
Full JD available for shortlisted candidates.
If you think you meet the above requirements and need more detailed information on the role or are simply looking for a new legal role in Asia not listed on our site, please send your CV in word format together with a cover note on reasons for your move to:
mark.deery@horizon-recruit.com OR kiantong.tan@horizon-recruit.com
Or call our office line if you’d like to arrange a confidential discussion on:
Hong Kong office +852 3978 1369 OR Singapore office +65 6808 6635
Or apply via our website.
Visit our website www.horizon-recruit.com for a comprehensive list of private practice, in house and compliance opportunities in Asia Pacific.
About Us
Horizon Recruitment is an Asian based legal recruitment agency specializing in the placement of partners, associates and team moves for leading international law firms in Asia.
Owned & managed by former Magic Circle lawyers with experience working at top-ranking U.S. and Australian firms in Asia.
We are not, and do not endeavour to be, the largest recruitment firm. Our goal is to be the agency of choice for clients and for exceptional lawyers looking for opportunities in Asia for elite international law firms and in house roles. Particular expertise and track record in moving candidates from leading firms in London and the US into Asia (EW, ANZ, HK, SG, US lawyers).
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