Legal Counsel

🇨🇳 Shanghai, Shanghai
Posted 1 week ago
Expires May 29, 2026

The Legal Counsel at AbbVie is responsible for managing the company's legal affairs across all functional areas within the China affiliate. This role involves providing legal guidance to various business units, including Immunology and Hematology, and collaborating with other departments to ensure compliance and mitigate legal risks. The position offers opportunities to participate in regional and global projects, requiring strong English communication skills.

Key responsibilities include independently offering legal advice on diverse commercial law domains such as contracts, healthcare, advertising, anti-corruption, and competition. The Legal Counsel is expected to draft and review various agreements, maintain and update AbbVie's standard contract terms and templates, conduct legal research, and represent the Legal department in cross-functional and global projects. Additionally, the role involves assisting in fostering a legal culture within the China affiliate, including training business teams on legal matters, managing litigations under supervision, and staying abreast of legal changes impacting AbbVie's operations.

Candidates should possess a bachelor's or master's degree in law from a reputable law school and be qualified as a PRC lawyer or equivalent. A minimum of four years' working experience with a law firm or at a multinational company is required. Fluency in English, both written and spoken, is essential. The ideal candidate should demonstrate a team-oriented spirit, a positive working attitude, the ability to manage a demanding workload, and adaptability to changing priorities. Strong interpersonal communication skills, a professional demeanor, and a high level of integrity and ethical standards are also important.

Compensation details are not specified in the available information.

AbbVie is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives, and serving the community. The company offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development. Employees are encouraged to collaborate across functions and regions, contributing to AbbVie's mission of delivering innovative medicines and solutions to address serious health issues.

AbbVie values diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. The company provides various benefits and perks to support the well-being and professional development of its employees.

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