The Opportunity:

Works independently under close supervision, responsible for the review and analysis of contracts by assessing contract requirements, special provisions, and terms & conditions to ensure compliance with negotiated business terms, regulations, policies, and procedures.

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Legal Specialist

LOCATION: Shanghai

THE OPPORTUNITY: Avantor is seeking a dedicated Legal Specialist to join our Legal Team, to provide legal advisory services and to support business operation and growth.  As a key member of the China Legal Team, the Legal Specialist will primarily focus on reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts, as well as handling legal administrative matters to support the operations of Avantor’s legal entities in China. This role will serve as an important business partner, helping to facilitate daily operations and contributing to sustainable and accelerated growth.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

QUALIFICATIONS (Education/Training, Experience and Certifications):

LLB degree or above from a recognized law school.PRC bar is preferred.Working experience in law firm or in-house legal role, preferably with some experience in the medical devices, life sciences, and/or pharma industries.At least 3 years of legal working experience.Good knowledge of Chinese corporate and contract laws.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (Those required to perform the job competently)

Strong self-motivation and eagerness to learn new things and take on new challenges.Good communication, interpersonal and organization skills.Good team player with ability and willingness to cooperate.Proficiency in written and spoken Chinese and English and ability to draft legal documents in Chinese and English.Good knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word and PowerPoint.

HOW YOU WILL THRIVE AND CREATE AN IMPACT:

Draft, review, revise and negotiate a range of commercial contracts and legal documents, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders throughout the process.Provide legal support for internal approval processes and monitor company chops management.Conduct legal research and deliver strategic legal advice to support business objectives.Assist with a range of legal and compliance matters and projects, including intellectual property and data privacy compliance.Manage legal files and ensure proper records retention.Support initiatives to continuously improve the efficiency and quality of legal services, ensuring legal advice is practical and aligned with business needs.

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
 
The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
 
We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

3rd party non-solicitation policy:

By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation