Bilingual Legal Specialist (Mandarin/English)

HotFoot Recruiters is hiring a Bilingual Legal Specialist (Mandarin/English) to support the legal and compliance operations of a growing international semiconductor organization in North Phoenix, Arizona. This role will work closely with Legal Counsel to support commercial contract management, legal research, and cross-border legal matters across multiple business functions.

This position is ideal for a Mandarin-speaking legal professional who is comfortable working in a dynamic, international business environment and interested in helping build and support the company's legal function as it continues to expand in the U.S.

Location: North Phoenix, AZ (On-Site)
Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Pay Range: $70,000 - $81,149
Schedule: 40 hours per week

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and revise commercial agreements and business contracts, using standard templates or developing new language when needed.
• Support cross-border contracts and business arrangements involving employees, vendors, subcontractors, and international partners.
• Conduct legal research and prepare clear, practical summaries and recommendations for internal stakeholders and Legal Counsel.
• Identify potential legal risks and compliance considerations, and recommend practical solutions aligned with business objectives.
• Assist with contract lifecycle management, including execution tracking, obligation monitoring, and record maintenance.
• Maintain organized corporate, contract, and compliance documentation for legal and regulatory purposes.
• Respond to internal legal questions within scope and escalate complex matters when necessary.
• Assist with compliance reviews, audits, and regulatory documentation requests.
• Contribute to the development of legal templates, playbooks, and internal legal processes as the company grows.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Mandarin and English (written and verbal) with the ability to communicate effectively across cultures.
• Law degree required (J.D., LL.M., or foreign equivalent).
• 2-5 years of legal experience, including direct experience drafting and reviewing commercial contracts.
• Capable of managing multiple legal matters and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong professional judgment and ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to independently review and draft contracts within a defined scope.
• Strong legal research, analytical, and issue-spotting skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting cross-border legal matters or international business operations.
• Prior in-house legal department experience.
• Experience advising on commercial contracts while balancing legal risk with business objectives.
• Comfortable working in a growing organization where legal processes are still developing.