Assistant Chief Counsel, China at The Walt Disney Company

Shanghai, Shanghai, China

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Entertainment, Media, Consumer ProductsIndustries

Requirements

12+ years of experience in a Law Firm and in house Legal department in China with significant hands-on experience in media or related areas
Admitted to practice law in China (US, UK and other English-speaking jurisdictions considered, but knowledge of Chinese law and process is a requirement)
Understanding of local regulatory landscape
Understanding of the legal and business customs and practices of a US-based multinational enterprise
A proven leader and manager in setting direction and achieving objectives
Keen analytical insight and strong legal capability
Exceptional organizational, prioritization and time management skills with the ability to work under deadlines and execute efficiently against multiple high priority projects in a fast-paced environment
Ability to evaluate and reconcile issues from the business unit and enterprise level perspective and to work in an environment with a high degree of confidentiality
A strong team lead and able to interact well in a matrix structure, with colleagues of diverse cultural backgrounds and work styles
Ability to analyze problems effectively and take action to resolve issues. Must demonstrate flexibility in response to change
Ability to concisely convey complex issues and offer recommendations and risk analysis. Must be proactive

Responsibilities

Provision of general commercial advice including contract, consumer and corporate law advice. Knowledge of competition law, data privacy and antitrust law helpful. May work on government affairs issues and support of all areas within local scope
Local management of any litigation, issues or risk areas impacting the business
Liaise with local authorities on the application and compliance of local laws and regulations and train the business accordingly
Advise the business on appropriate processes to manage risk and contract commercially
Excellent review, drafting and negotiating skills
Drive a ‘continuous improvement’ culture with the business, ensuring processes, policies and procedures sufficiently protect the business from current and future risk
Collaborate with business/functional leaders on creative solutions to complex operational challenges. Establishes collaborative relationships with other subject matters expert teams within the business or external organizations
Support senior executives and heads of business lines

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Contract LawConsumer LawCorporate LawCompetition LawData PrivacyAntitrust LawLitigation ManagementComplianceCommercial ContractsGovernment Affairs

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience is required for the Assistant Chief Counsel, China role?

Candidates need 12+ years of experience in a law firm and in-house legal department in China, with significant hands-on experience in media or related areas, and must be admitted to practice law in China (knowledge of US, UK, or other English-speaking jurisdictions is considered but Chinese law knowledge is required).

Is this a remote position or does it require being in China?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What does the legal team structure look like for this role?

The role reports into the Chief Counsel, APAC, oversees and supports the Disney Corporate Legal function in China, and is a key part of the China management team working closely with business leaders in the Territory and APAC functional leaders.

What makes a strong candidate for this position?

A strong candidate will have 12+ years of relevant legal experience in China, particularly in media, excellent drafting and negotiating skills, strategic thinking, high judgment for risk management, and the ability to collaborate with business leaders and external organizations.