<p><strong>About the Firm</strong></p><p>Our client is a premier PRC law firm consistently ranked among the top tier in private equity, venture capital, and M&amp;A transactions. With offices in Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Hong Kong, the firm advises leading private equity funds, growth-stage companies, and multinational corporations on complex cross-border transactions.</p><p>The firm is known for its sophisticated deal practice, lean partner-to-associate ratio, and commitment to developing young talent. The culture is collaborative, non-hierarchical, and intellectually rigorous.</p><p><strong>The Practice</strong></p><p>The Corporate/M&amp;A practice handles a broad range of high-profile transactions, including:</p><ul><li>Private equity and venture capital investments</li><li>Cross-border mergers and acquisitions</li><li>Joint ventures and strategic alliances</li><li>Going-private transactions and takeovers</li><li>General corporate and commercial advisory</li></ul><p>The team acts for top-tier financial sponsors, sovereign wealth funds, and multinational strategic buyers across the technology, healthcare, consumer, and industrial sectors.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>We are seeking a <strong>Senior Associate (4-7 PQE)</strong> to join the Corporate/M&amp;A practice in either Shanghai or Beijing.</p><p>This is a role for a lawyer who has developed strong technical skills and commercial judgment in private equity and M&amp;A, and is looking for a platform that offers:</p><ul><li><strong>Direct exposure</strong> to complex, cross-border transactions</li><li><strong>Client contact</strong> and relationship-building opportunities</li><li><strong>Clear partnership track</strong> with merit-based progression</li><li><strong>Collegiate environment</strong> with low internal politics</li></ul><p>You will work alongside partners who are widely recognized as leaders in their fields, and you will be entrusted with responsibility from day one.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ol><li><strong>Transaction Execution</strong></li><ul><li>Lead and support private equity financing rounds (Series A through pre-IPO) and M&amp;A transactions</li><li>Draft and negotiate transaction documents (SPAs, SHAs, disclosure letters, board resolutions, etc.)</li><li>Coordinate with foreign counsel on cross-border aspects of transactions</li><li>Manage due diligence processes and prepare comprehensive due diligence reports</li></ul><li><strong>Client Advisory</strong></li><ul><li>Advise clients on transaction structures, regulatory considerations, and commercial terms</li><li>Provide ongoing general corporate and compliance advice to portfolio companies</li><li>Build and maintain trusted advisor relationships with fund and corporate clients</li></ul><li><strong>Practice Development</strong></li><ul><li>Supervise and mentor junior associates and interns</li><li>Contribute to knowledge management and precedents development</li><li>Participate in business development initiatives and client seminars</li></ul></ol><p><strong>What We Look For</strong></p><ul><li><strong>4-7 years</strong> post-qualification experience at a top-tier PRC or international law firm, with a strong focus on private equity, venture capital, and M&amp;A</li><li><strong>PRC Bar qualification</strong> (required)</li><li><strong>Common law jurisdiction qualification</strong> (e.g., NY, England &amp; Wales) is a strong plus</li><li><strong>Excellent drafting skills</strong> in both Chinese and English, with the ability to prepare complex transaction documents and due diligence reports</li><li><strong>Strong commercial awareness</strong> - able to understand client needs and provide practical, business-oriented advice</li><li><strong>Resilient and self-motivated</strong>, capable of managing multiple workstreams under pressure</li><li><strong>Team-oriented</strong> - willing to invest time in developing junior colleagues</li></ul><p><strong>What We Offer</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Competitive compensation</strong>: monthly base RMB 40,000 - 65,000 (commensurate with experience) + performance bonus (typically 3-6 months)</li><li><strong>Clear and transparent promotion structure</strong> with regular performance reviews</li><li><strong>High-quality deal flow</strong> with significant partner interaction</li><li><strong>Secondment opportunities</strong> to top-tier investment funds and corporate clients</li><li><strong>Comprehensive benefits</strong>, including commercial insurance, annual health check, and generous leave policy</li><li><strong>Overseas training</strong> and conference attendance opportunities</li></ul><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. 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