\#LI-Linda _The role is a business partner for the pertinent business, functions_ _and ent_ _i_ _ties,_ _by providing_ _quality and efficient_ _legal_ _support_ _to such_ _business,_ _functions and ent_ _i_ _ties_ _._ **Main responsibilities:** + Act as a Legal business partner for target business/function teams (including without limitation Commercial Alliance, M&S, Corporate Functions) and entities (including without limitation Amulet) in Sanofi China, working closely with business teams and cross functions to providelegaladvicefordailyoperations and implementation of projects (as instructed and supervised by line manager); + Develop bilingual templates of contacts or other legal documents for daily businessoperations and projects; + Monitor a thorough understanding of the legal environment development, perform legal research, communicate with various government authorities to understand the most recentregulatorydevelopments,andadvisebusiness and functions on the legal interpretation,implications and opportunities for thecompany'soperations; + Coordinate effectively with other teammemberstoidentifythespecificneedsandmaintainconsistencyoflegalstandards to meet local requirementswith minimized and manageable legal risks; + Under the supervision of line manager, establish, review and improve legal-related policies and procedures to be in line with the development of business operation, the guideline of global policies and applicable laws and regulations; + Provide legal support on company law matters; + Handle legal disputes through negotiation, mediation or litigation; + Monitor and supervise external counsels; + Provide legal training to staff; + Other tasks asdesignated by line manager or function head. **Experience** : Minimum of 5 years legal practice in a reputable law firm or multi-national company; familiar with foreign direct investment, commercial transaction and general corporate work **Soft skills** : - Self-motivated, hard-working, detail-minded, clear thinker, quick learner, team player and ability to work independently under pressure with minimum supervision; - Excellent communication skills in both English and Chinese (written &verbal); **Technical skills** : - PRC Bar Qualification is a must; - Good understanding of PRC law, sound business acumen and practically oriented, ability to identify and resolve legal issues efficiently and effectively, ability to provide solution-oriented legal advices; **Education** : Bachelor degree in PRC law or above **Preferred** : In-house counsel experience in pharmaceutical industry, familiar with operations of pharmaceutical companies, including without limitation manufacturing, supply and commercialization of pharmaceutical products **Pursue** **_progress_** **, discover** **_extraordinary_** Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people. At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity. Watch our ALL IN video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkpDBZ-CJKw&t=67s) and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com (https://www.sanofi.com/en/our-responsibility/equality-and-inclusiveness) ! Global Terms & Conditions and Data Privacy Statement (https://www.sanofi.com/en/careers/global-terms-and-conditions/) Sanofi is dedicated to supporting people through their health challenges. We are a global biopharmaceutical company focused on human health. We prevent illness with vaccines, provide innovative treatments to fight pain and ease suffering. We stand by the few who suffer from rare diseases and the millions with long-term chronic conditions. With more than 100,000 people in 100 countries, Sanofi is transforming scientific innovation into healthcare solutions around the globe. Discover more about us visiting www.sanofi.com or via our movie We are Sanofi (https://youtu.be/96EwNjb1TLo) As an organization, we change the practice of medicine; reinvent the way we work; and enable people to be their best versions in career and life. We are constantly moving and growing, making sure our people grow with us. Our working environment helps us build a dynamic and inclusive workplace operating on trust and respect and allows employees to live the life they want to live. All in for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Sanofi - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkpDBZ-CJKw&t=2s)