IP Head

• Lead and provide counsel on IP strategy and filings, particularly concerning small molecule patent filings
• Offer corporate-level legal and regulatory support for the comprehensive IP portfolio, including patents, trademarks, trade secrets, and domain names
• Draft, review, and negotiate various day-to-day contracts and documents, ensuring robust IP protection is embedded
• Monitor legal and regulatory changes, specifically within the IP field, and advise management while helping to establish necessary standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Provide essential legal support for the group's corporate transactions and deal-making activities
• Manage and supervise external counsel to ensure high-quality advice and service delivery on IP matters

• Minimum of 6 to 8 years of dedicated IP practice experience gained at highly regarded law firms and/or leading healthcare companies
• General corporate experience supporting large pharma, biotech, or technology companies, particularly in patent filing and IP portfolio management
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Biology or an LLB from an accredited school
• Possession of a Patent Agent qualification or PRC Bar license
• Demonstrated superior abilities in analytical thinking, problem-solving, and legal writing in both English and Chinese

Competitive Package: An attractive compensation and benefits structure commensurate with experience and the criticality of this senior role