Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader

We pioneer technology for mobility experience that matter to people.

Your mission, roles and responsibilities

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts
Provide legal support for business operations in China and other Asian countries
Handle legal matters related to the establishment, modification, and dissolution of joint ventures
Manage changes to legal entities across all levels of the organization
Represent the company in litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution
Provide legal advice on daily operational matters and identify legal risks
Support compliance programs and develop risk mitigation strategies
Participate in joint venture board meetings and provide legal counsel
Conduct legal research and monitor regulatory developments
Support corporate governance, regulatory filings, and internal policy development
Advise on employment law, intellectual property, and data protection issues
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure legal compliance in business initiatives

Your profile and competencies to succeed

Requirements

Master degree or equivalent legal qualification
Licensed to practice law in China or another relevant Asian jurisdiction
Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a corporate legal environment, preferably in a multinational company
Strong knowledge of contract law, corporate law, employment law, and cross-border legal matters
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Chinese
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
High level of integrity and professional ethics
Experience in compliance, risk management, and corporate governance
Proficiency in legal research tools and Microsoft Office
Strong team coordination and leadership skills, with the ability to manage cross-functional collaboration and drive legal initiatives effectively

What we can do for you At Forvia, you will find an engaging and dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of sustainable mobility leading technologies.  We are the seventh-largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in more than 40 countries which makes a lot of opportunity for career development. We welcome energetic and agile people who can thrive in a fast-changing environment. People who share our strong values. Team players with a collaborative mindset and a passion to deliver high standards for our clients. Lifelong learners. High performers. Globally minded people who aspire to work in a transforming industry, where excellence, speed, and quality count. We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility.  Our people enjoy an average of more than 22 hours of online and in-person training within FORVIA University (five campuses around the world) We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration. We believe that diversity is a strength. To create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity create real value for the company, we have adopted gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans. Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority: In June 2022, Forvia became the first global automotive group to be certified with the new SBTI Net-Zero Standard (the most ambitious standard of SBTi), aligned with the ambition of the 2015 Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Three principles guide our action: use less, use better and use longer, with a focus on recyclability and circular economy. Why join us

FORVIA is an automotive technology group at the heart of smarter and more sustainable mobility. We bring together expertise in electronics, clean mobility, lighting, interiors, seating, and lifecycle solutions to drive change in the automotive industry.

With a history stretching back more than a century, we are the 7th largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in 43 countries. You'll find our technology in around 1 out of 2 vehicles produced anywhere in the world.

In June 2022, we became the 1st global automotive group to be certified with the SBTI Net-Zero Standard. We have committed to reach CO2 Net Zero by no later than 2045.

As technological innovation and the need for sustainability transform the automotive industry, we are ideally positioned to deliver solutions that will enhance the lives of road-users everywhere.