Junior Corporate Counsel

Summary:


The successful candidate will perform in-house corporate law duties, including legal research, writing and analysis, contract review and providing day-to-day support for the company's legal team. The Legal department expects this candidate to have a strong grasp on the fundamentals of the legal process (issue identification, researching the governing law, investigating the facts and analysis), have the required legal analytical skills, and a clear, logical mind. This is a necessary foundation which, when combined with business acumen, experience, integrity, common sense and good judgment, allows the incumbent to provide sound legal advice and develop effective solutions for the legal issues faced by the company.


Job Duties:


The candidate will be responsible for providing in-house legal service in the following areas:

• Assist in the review and drafting of contracts and agreements
• Provide support on corporate governance, board materials and SEC filings
• Research unique legal issues impacting the organization
• Assist in maintaining corporate records
• Manage various projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Provide general legal support to Sr. Counsel and legal staff
• Other duties as needed or required

Supervisory Responsibilities:


This position has no supervisory responsibilities.


Travel:


No travel is expected for this position.


Qualifications:

Minimum Education Requirements: Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.



Preferred Education Requirements: n/a



Minimum Experience Requirements: 2-5 years at a law firm, or as in-house counsel



Preferred Experience Requirements: Experience in a corporate legal environment is a plus.



Software/ Hardware Knowledge: n/a



Skills/ Abilities:

• High degree of organizational and time management skills to manage multiple, complex projects when necessary and to prioritize tasks.
• Developed sense of business judgement, strategic thinking, risk management and an ability to balance business needs, legal obligations and reputational risks in an objective practical way.
• Highly effective communication skills: written, verbal and active listening skills.
• Ability to interact effectively and frequently with middle to senior management and staff.
• Self-motivated and ability to work in a diverse, dynamic environment.
• Ability to assess business implications of legal advice.
• Can perform at an intermediate level of MS Office.

Personal Characteristics:

• Positive Attitude and high degree of integrity, ethics and dedication to meeting and exceeding goals.
• Possesses professional demeanor for dealing with internal and external customers.

Others:

Language: Chinese Mandarin preferred



License/Certification: Must be a good standing member of the State Bar of Texas or licensed to practice law in another jurisdiction