General Counsel Mandarin Speaking

Summary

Join HungryPanda, a leading food delivery platform specializing in authentic Chinese food and groceries, as a Part-time or Fractional General Counsel. You will provide strategic legal counsel and support, ensuring compliance with legal regulations in the food delivery industry. This role requires cross-border legal experience, a deep understanding of the food delivery sector, and expertise in corporate structuring. You will oversee a team of 9 legal professionals, offer legal support for business development, assist in IPO planning and financing strategies, review contracts and legal documents, and monitor industry regulations. This position is based in the United States or United Kingdom.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in law or a related field, with a valid legal practicing certificate
• Minimum of 5 years of legal experience in the food delivery industry or related fields, particularly in cross-border legal matters
• Strong analytical skills and legal research capabilities, with the ability to identify and manage legal risks effectively
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal teams and external partners

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive strategic legal advice covering compliance, contracts, intellectual property, labor law, and other relevant legal areas
• Oversee and mentor the 9 person legal team
• Offer legal support for the company’s business development in the US and other countries, ensuring adherence to local laws and regulations
• Assist in planning and structuring the company’s potential IPO and financing strategies, including corporate governance and compliance requirements
• Participate in and review important contracts and legal documents, providing risk assessment and management recommendations
• Assist in communications and coordination with external legal advisors and regulatory agencies
• Monitor changes in industry regulations, evaluate their impact on the company’s operations, and propose response strategies
• Provide legal training and guidance to management and departments, enhancing compliance awareness

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in corporate structuring, IPO planning, and litigation at the group level is preferred
• Fluent in English; proficiency in Mandarin is a significant plus

Benefits

Pay: From $150,000.00 per year