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Finance Head - APAC

Beijing,
remote
Permanent
30000 - 50000 CNY / Monthly
Job Responsibly/Description:<ul><li>We are looking for a hands-on Finance Head to own US GAAP reporting, internal controls, and tax/compliance oversight for a multi-entity, publicly listed technology group spanning China (Beijing, Wuhan) and the Philippines. This is an in-house role - not an audit/advisory position - requiring someone comfortable both reviewing/approving work and rolling up sleeves on daily operations, while managing a small team.</li></ul> Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Reporting & Close<ul><li>Own US GAAP reporting and month-end close (review and approve; data entry handled by team members and/or automated systems)</li><li>Review and final sign-off on financial statements across entities</li><li>Manage day-to-day financial review and operational finance processes</li></ul>Controls & Audit<ul><li>Oversee SOX / internal controls compliance</li><li>Act as single point of contact for external auditors across all entities</li><li>Ensure internal audit readiness and remediation of findings</li></ul>Management Reporting & Planning<ul><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning</li><li>Provide management reporting and financial analysis to leadership</li></ul>Tax & Transfer Pricing<ul><li>Oversee company tax compliance and filings (reviewing Tax Specialist's work)</li><li>Provide tax and transfer-pricing oversight at a strategic/review level</li></ul>Approvals<ul><li>Hold final payment and payroll approval authority</li></ul>Team & Regional Oversight<ul><li>Manage a team of 2 (bookkeeping/payments + tax), total team of 3 including self</li><li>Provide regulatory/compliance oversight for Beijing, Wuhan, and Philippines offices (~100 headcount each)</li></ul>Systems<ul><li>Support AI/systems strategy for finance function efficiency</li></ul> RequirementsMust-have<ul><li>Fluent English (required for US GAAP reporting and communication with global stakeholders)</li><li>Strong technical US GAAP knowledge</li><li>Experience with listed/public company financial statements and disclosures</li><li>SOX / internal controls / internal audit compliance experience</li><li>In-house finance experience (not purely audit-firm background)</li><li>People management experience - able to lead and develop a small team</li><li>Good interpersonal skills; collaborative, coachable, willing to learn</li></ul> Preferred<ul><li>Technology / SaaS industry background, ideally at a listed company</li><li>Big 4 background is a plus</li><li>Experience with multi-country/cross-border finance operations (China, Philippines, or broader APAC)</li><li>Exposure to tax and transfer-pricing matters.</li></ul>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. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice https://www.roberthalf.cn/en/privacy-statement. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.<hr />点击"申请"，即表示您明确同意 Robert Half 可以使用您的个人信息来处理您的工作申请，并不时与您联系以获得未来的就业机会。如需进一步了解 Robert Half 如何处理您的个人信息以及如何访问和更正您的信息，请阅读 Robert Half 隐私声明<a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.roberthalf.cn/en/privacy-statement&data=05|01|[email protected]|45960615caf741a897da08db12e2448b|16532572d5674d678727f12f7bb6aed3|0|0|638124535281002861|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0=|3000|||&sdata=txey6FkFkoVyheBOucHzeYO1yTcFywlr7N4oX7M8axY=&reserved=0">https://www.roberthalf.cn/en/privacy-statement</a> 。请不要在您的简历中向我们提交任何敏感的个人数据（例如身份证号码、种族、性别、宗教、婚姻状况或工会会员身份），因为我们此时不收集您的敏感个人数据。 <img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/c3RlcGhhbmllLmZlbmcuOTc2MDUuMTA5MjFAcmhpY24uYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-11T01:26:02Z

Senior Legal Counsel

Shanghai,
remote
Permanent
600000 - 800000 CNY / Yearly
About the CompanyOur client is a global smart manufacturing and automation solutions provider with over 3,000 employees worldwide and operations across China, Germany, the US, Mexico, and 10+ other countries. The company delivers turnkey automation production lines and intelligent manufacturing solutions to premium automotive clients including Mercedes‑Benz, BMW, and Volkswagen.The company is currently in its pre‑IPO stage, with its legal function playing a critical role in supporting global expansion, cross‑border transactions, and corporate governance.The RoleThis is a #2 legal position, reporting directly to the Head of Legal. You will be responsible for managing a wide range of legal matters across China and international markets, with a strong emphasis on dispute resolution, commercial contracts, and cross‑border compliance.This is not a pure back‑office legal role. You will work closely with business teams, external counsel, and overseas subsidiaries, and will be expected to operate with a high degree of independence.Key Responsibilities<ol><li>Litigation & Dispute Resolution</li><ul><li>Handle litigation, arbitration, and pre‑dispute negotiations across various jurisdictions, with a focus on commercial contract disputes, supply chain conflicts, employment matters, and intellectual property claims.</li><li>Manage external counsel and develop case strategies to protect the company's interests.</li></ul><li>Commercial Contracts & Supply Chain Support</li><ul><li>Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including procurement, supply, OEM, distribution, licensing, and service contracts.</li><li>Support cross‑border transactions and international project execution.</li></ul><li>Compliance & Risk Management</li><ul><li>Advise on export controls, sanctions, anti‑corruption, and data privacy matters in key markets including China, Europe, and the US.</li><li>Support the development of internal compliance policies and training programs.</li></ul><li>Corporate & Transactional Support</li><ul><li>Assist with M&A, joint ventures, and other strategic transactions.</li><li>Support the company's pre‑IPO legal readiness and corporate governance initiatives.</li></ul><li>Cross‑functional Collaboration</li><ul><li>Partner with internal stakeholders across supply chain, R&D, HR, and sales teams to provide pragmatic, business‑oriented legal solutions.</li></ul></ol>What We Look For<ul><li>Law firm experience is a must - 5+ years of post‑qualification experience at a reputable PRC or international law firm, with a strong focus on litigation and/or commercial dispute resolution.</li><li>In‑house experience is a plus - candidates with prior in‑house experience in manufacturing, industrial, or energy sectors will be viewed favorably.</li><li>Litigation capability - proven experience handling court hearings, arbitrations, and complex disputes independently.</li><li>Language - fluent in English (drafting, negotiation, and cross‑border communication); Mandarin native.</li><li>Location - based in Shanghai, willing to travel occasionally for business needs.</li><li>Mindset - pragmatic, hands‑on, commercial, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced, matrix environment.</li></ul>What We Offer<ul><li>Competitive base salary: RMB 600,000 - 800,000 per year (plus performance bonus).</li><li>Exposure to global legal matters and cross‑border transactions.</li><li>Direct access to senior leadership and business decision‑makers.</li><li>Opportunity to grow into a broader leadership role as the company scales.</li></ul>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. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice https://www.roberthalf.cn/en/privacy-statement. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.<hr />点击"申请"，即表示您明确同意 Robert Half 可以使用您的个人信息来处理您的工作申请，并不时与您联系以获得未来的就业机会。如需进一步了解 Robert Half 如何处理您的个人信息以及如何访问和更正您的信息，请阅读 Robert Half 隐私声明<a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.roberthalf.cn/en/privacy-statement&data=05|01|[email protected]|45960615caf741a897da08db12e2448b|16532572d5674d678727f12f7bb6aed3|0|0|638124535281002861|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0=|3000|||&sdata=txey6FkFkoVyheBOucHzeYO1yTcFywlr7N4oX7M8axY=&reserved=0">https://www.roberthalf.cn/en/privacy-statement</a> 。请不要在您的简历中向我们提交任何敏感的个人数据（例如身份证号码、种族、性别、宗教、婚姻状况或工会会员身份），因为我们此时不收集您的敏感个人数据。 <img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/d2lsbC5xaWFuLjM0ODAzLjEwOTIxQHJoaWNuLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-03T06:40:57Z

Patent/IP Counsel

Shanghai,
remote
Permanent
1000000 - 1000000 CNY / Yearly
About the CompanyOur client is a leading biopharmaceutical company focused on innovative drug discovery and development, with a robust pipeline spanning mRNA platforms, nephrology, anti-infectives, and other therapeutic areas. The company is advancing multiple proprietary programs from discovery through clinical stages, with a strong commitment to building globally competitive patent portfolios.The company operates with a science-driven, collaborative culture, and places intellectual property at the core of its business strategy. With a growing pipeline and expanding BD activities (including License-in/License-out and co-development transactions), the IP function plays a critical role in shaping the company's commercial trajectory.The RoleWe are seeking a seasoned Patent/IP Counsel to join the company's Shanghai office. This is a standalone senior contributor role, reporting to the Head of IP, with responsibility for managing the company's global patent portfolio and providing strategic IP counsel to R&D, BD, and executive teams.This is not a purely administrative prosecution role. You will work closely with scientific teams to identify patentable inventions, develop filing strategies, conduct FTO analyses, and support high-value BD transactions. You will also have the opportunity to shape the company's IP policies and build processes from the ground up.Key Responsibilities<ol><li> Patent Strategy & Prosecution Management</li></ol><ul><li>Independently develop and execute global patent filing strategies for innovative and improved‑formulation drug candidates, including US, EP, CN, and PCT routes</li><li>Review and manage foreign associate work product (office action responses, amendments, and legal opinions)</li><li>Oversee patent maintenance and annuity payments</li></ul><ol start="2"><li> Patent Mining & Portfolio Development</li></ol><ul><li>Collaborate with R&D teams to identify patentable inventions and build commercially valuable patent portfolios around core platforms (e.g., mRNA, nephrology, anti-infectives)</li><li>Conduct landscape analyses to inform R&D direction and competitive positioning</li></ul><ol start="3"><li> FTO & Risk Management</li></ol><ul><li>Lead FTO analyses and patent infringement risk assessments for key pipeline assets and near‑commercial products</li><li>Provide actionable IP opinions to support R&D and commercial decision‑making</li><li>Monitor competitor patent activity and produce regular competitive intelligence reports</li></ul><ol start="4"><li> BD Transaction Support & IP Due Diligence</li></ol><ul><li>Participate in IP due diligence for License‑in/License‑out, co‑development, and technology export transactions</li><li>Draft and review IP‑related provisions in transaction documents (including representations, warranties, and indemnities)</li><li>Identify and mitigate potential IP risks in business development activities</li></ul><ol start="5"><li> Internal Systems & Culture Building</li></ol><ul><li>Develop and refine internal IP policies, including inventor remuneration and reward systems</li><li>Provide IP training to R&D personnel on patent searching, technology disclosure drafting, and IP awareness</li><li>Manage relationships with external patent agents and law firms to ensure quality and cost control</li></ul>What We Look ForEducation & Qualifications<ul><li>Master's degree or above in Biology, Pharmacy, Chemistry, or a related life sciences discipline</li><li>PRC Patent Agent Qualification (mandatory)</li><li>PRC Legal Professional Qualification (Bar) is a strong plus</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>8+ years of patent prosecution and portfolio management experience, preferably with a combination of law firm and in‑house biopharmaceutical experience</li><li>Proven track record of managing global patent filings (CN, US, EP, and PCT routes)</li><li>Experience in FTO analysis, patent due diligence, and BD transaction support</li></ul>Technical & Language Skills<ul><li>Strong technical understanding of biopharmaceutical frontier technologies (e.g., mRNA, gene therapy, ADC, etc.)</li><li>Excellent English proficiency - able to directly review and comment on foreign counsel work product and legal opinions without translation dependency</li><li>Strong drafting skills in both Chinese and English</li></ul>Soft Skills<ul><li>Strategic thinker with commercial awareness - able to align IP strategy with business objectives</li><li>Excellent cross‑functional communication skills - able to effectively coordinate across R&D, BD, and external counsel</li><li>Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and capable of managing multiple workstreams simultaneously</li><li>Pragmatic and business‑focused - comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, matrix environment</li></ul>What We Offer<ul><li>Competitive compensation package (base salary + performance bonus)</li><li>Opportunity to build and shape the IP function at a growing biopharma company</li><li>Exposure to high‑value BD transactions and cross‑border deal work</li><li>Direct access to scientific leadership and business decision‑makers</li><li>Autonomy to design and implement IP processes and policies</li><li>Collaborative, science‑first culture with minimal bureaucracy</li></ul>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. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice https://www.roberthalf.cn/en/privacy-statement. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.<hr />点击"申请"，即表示您明确同意 Robert Half 可以使用您的个人信息来处理您的工作申请，并不时与您联系以获得未来的就业机会。如需进一步了解 Robert Half 如何处理您的个人信息以及如何访问和更正您的信息，请阅读 Robert Half 隐私声明<a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.roberthalf.cn/en/privacy-statement&data=05|01|[email protected]|45960615caf741a897da08db12e2448b|16532572d5674d678727f12f7bb6aed3|0|0|638124535281002861|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0=|3000|||&sdata=txey6FkFkoVyheBOucHzeYO1yTcFywlr7N4oX7M8axY=&reserved=0">https://www.roberthalf.cn/en/privacy-statement</a> 。请不要在您的简历中向我们提交任何敏感的个人数据（例如身份证号码、种族、性别、宗教、婚姻状况或工会会员身份），因为我们此时不收集您的敏感个人数据。 <img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/d2lsbC5xaWFuLjY1NDg5LjEwOTIxQHJoaWNuLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-23T02:46:34Z