Senior Legal Counsel

International Talent Acquisition Lead - WeChat & HR4HR

About Tencent

Tencent is an Internet-based platform company founded in Shenzhen, China, in 1998. We use technology to enrich the lives of Internet users and assist the digital upgrade of enterprises. Our mission is "Value for Users, Tech for Good". We embrace a culture of teamwork & creativity and are driven by our values - Integrity, Proactivity, Collaboration and Creativity.

We are rapidly expanding our international operations and are looking for top talent to propel us forward. Combining the results-oriented nature of a start-up with the resources of a profitable and leading Internet company, Tencent offers a unique opportunity for aspiring individuals to thrive.

About the Legal Team

At Tencent, our Legal Team sits at the heart of one of the world’s most dynamic technology companies, safeguarding innovation while shaping the future of digital ecosystems. We don’t just provide legal advice; We are strategic partners driving Tencent’s global expansion, ensuring compliance across diverse jurisdictions, and enabling groundbreaking products that connect over a billion people worldwide.

Here, you will work on cutting-edge issues in technology, IP, data privacy, fintech, cross-border transactions, and global regulations, collaborating with visionary leaders and world-class engineers to solve complex challenges at the intersection of law and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Advise on a broad range of legal and commercial matters in the areas of cloud services, AI, technology licensing, open source software, and export control compliance
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex software license agreements, cloud services, cloud infrastructure and channel distribution agreements, and other general commercial agreements
• Collaborate with external counsels and other Tencent attorneys based around the world, including in mainland China, Hong Kong, Singapore, EU, and the US, to provide compliance and regulatory analysis and advice for international business initiatives
• Identify potential legal issues and risks, compliance gaps and help business teams navigate through legal and regulatory compliance to devise creative solutions for business teams to mitigate risks
• Develop, implement and monitor our internal compliance policies, knowledge management, and processes to address compliance issues and provide actionable solutions, ensuring alignment with international regulatory standards
• Develop online training materials and conduct training to educate business stakeholders and product teams on evolving laws, regulations and compliance standards
• Advise management on implications of legal and regulatory updates

Requirements

• You have five or more years of experience working in a law firm or in-house legal department, in the areas of technology, online platforms and cloud services, software developers or similar industry sectors
• You have strong academic credentials and are a member of a relevant Bar or you possess other recognized professional qualifications or equivalent membership. A second degree in Computer science, engineering or similar subject is an advantage
• You have a track record of making sound business judgment and the ability to deliver practical, commercially friendly and comprehensive advice
• You are detail oriented, and have extensive experience with legal compliance, commercial, IP and licensing transactions in cloud computing, AI, technology development and bespoke tech projects
• You are proactive, a good team player and can establish strong working relationships with business stakeholders
• You have the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment and can independently manage day-to-day compliance work and handle end-to-end transaction process from initial contract review through to negotiations and execution
• You have excellent communication skills (written and oral) in Mandarin Chinese and English to cooperate with international stakeholders and stakeholders who are based in HQ

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Software Development, Computer Games, and Internet Marketplace Platforms

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