Global Legal Manager

Job Responsibilities

•  Lead the full lifecycle management of international commercial agreements, including drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and revising customer contracts, supplier agreements, service agreements, NDAs, logistics contracts, and other commercial arrangements.
•  Provide legal advice and practical support to cross-functional teams across Asia, Europe, and the Americas regarding commercial, contractual, and compliance-related matters.
•  Identify potential legal and business risks and develop appropriate mitigation strategies and practical solutions.
•  Develop, maintain, and improve global legal and compliance frameworks, policies, templates, and internal guidelines.
•  Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable international laws and regulations, including data protection and privacy laws such as GDPR, PIPL, and other regional requirements.
•  Support and coordinate dispute resolution matters, including contract disputes, labor-related matters, escalated customer issues, and litigation management in cooperation with external legal counsel.
•  Manage and coordinate relationships with external law firms and legal advisors in various jurisdictions.
•  Monitor legislative and regulatory developments in key markets and proactively advise management and internal stakeholders on relevant impacts.
•  Ensure proper administration, documentation, and monitoring of contractual obligations, deadlines, renewals, and legal records.
•  Support commercial negotiations and strategic business initiatives from a legal and compliance perspective.
•  Oversee insurance-related legal matters, including policy renewals and administration support.
•  Drive continuous improvement of legal processes and contribute to operational efficiency within the global organization.

Job Requirements

Competencies & Skills:
•  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a pragmatic and business-oriented mindset.
•  Excellent organizational and project management abilities with the capability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
•  Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate across different cultures and organizational levels.
•  High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism when handling confidential and sensitive information.
•  Ability to work independently in a fast-paced international environment while also functioning effectively within global teams.
•  Strong negotiation and stakeholder management capabilities.
•  Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
•  Excellent command of written and spoken English; Chinese language skills (Cantonese and/or Mandarin) are considered a strong advantage.

Education & Work Experience:
•  University degree in Law, Legal Studies, Business Law, or a related field.
•  Minimum 5–8 years of professional experience in an international legal environment, preferably within an in-house legal department or internationally operating law firm.
•  Strong knowledge of international commercial law, contract law, compliance frameworks, and cross-border business operations.
•  Experience supporting multinational organizations across Asia, Europe, and international markets.
•  Experience in manufacturing, electronics, EMS, PCB industry, or industrial environments is considered an advantage.
•  Knowledge of Chinese, Hong Kong, or international business law is highly desirable.

Why us?

About us

With over 35 years of expertise, STARTEAM GLOBAL is an established PCB manufacturer serving the automotive, industrial, telecommunications, energy, consumer, and medical sectors worldwide.
 
Our production sites in China, Italy, and Thailand, along with offices in Germany, China, Hong Kong SAR, Italy, and the UK, give us a global footprint to deliver fast, customer-focused solutions — from prototypes to mass production.
 
We build reliable connections — not only in our products but also within our teams and partnerships. As members of the United Nations Global Compact and EcoVadis-rated for sustainability, we are committed to responsible manufacturing and ethical business practices.
 
As a proud equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and believe the strongest teams are built on honesty, determination, responsibility, and teamwork.
 
Join STARTEAM GLOBAL and build a career where your expertise drives innovation, your values shape culture, and your growth is supported every step of the way.