How to: hire your first in-house lawyer in China

september 7, 2023

Why recruit your first lawyer in China?

There are numerous reasons a company decides to recruit their first in-house lawyer in China. Traditionally the key driver was to reduce reliance on external law firms and the associated costs of briefing work out. However, the intangible aspects of bringing legal work in-house as well as heightened corporate governance and regular changes to local regulations are now often the main consideration for companies.

Our guide provides insights into how to hire your first in-house lawyer and gives answers to questions like:

  • When is the best time to recruit an in-house lawyer?
  • What is the role of an in-house lawyer?
  • What type of lawyer should you recruit?
  • Who should your first lawyer report to?

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EMEA Employment Counsel – German Speaking

Global Organisation seeking EMEA Employment Counsel, fluent in German, to join in-house legal team in London. You will be part of a global team responsible for providing wide-ranging employment support across EMEA with a focus on the Organisation’s German business working with the senior leadership team, HR and the COO and regional leaders. This is […]
  • Salary Excellent benefits package
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Global IP – Legal Associate Director

Leading global professional services consultancy seeks Legal Associate Director – IP to join their highly skilled global in-house legal team. This is a newly created position to join a supportive and dynamic team, in a strategic role to be the IP legal lead on trademarks, patents and all IP related matters. It will be to […]
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Private Funds Lawyer

Leading wealth management arm of global bank, looking to appoint an experienced Private Funds lawyer to their collegiate Funds & Asset Management legal team in London. Key responsibility for Luxembourg funds/RAIFs alongside overseeing the full lifecycle of a range of fund products. The role will be to manage legal, risk and compliance aspects of fund […]
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FTC Legal Counsel (Technology)

Legal Counsel – Public Sector (Permanent) Location: Birmingham, UK (Hybrid: 2-3 days/week in office) Contract Type: 12 Months FTC Experience Level: 3-5 years PQE The Opportunity A leading UK-based SaaS provider is seeking a commercially minded Legal Counsel to support its public sector business unit. This is a newly created, permanent role within a growing […]
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Legal Counsel (Technology/Commercial Contracts)

Legal Counsel – Public Sector (Permanent) Location: Birmingham, UK (Hybrid: 2-3 days/week in office) Category: Legal & Compliance Contract Type: Permanent Experience Level: 3-5 years PQE Role Overview A leading UK-based SaaS provider is seeking a capable and motivated Legal Counsel to join its Commercial Legal Team, supporting the public sector business unit. This role […]
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Company Secretarial Assistant/Paralegal

Job Title: Company Secretarial Assistant Location: North East England Contract Type: Full-time Working Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday Summary An established organisation in the passenger transport sector is seeking a highly organised and detail-focused individual to join as Company Secretarial Assistant. This role supports the legal and governance functions, ensuring compliance with […]
  • Salary 10-15% Bonus
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