Legal Counsel - Representative

Our client is a leading international professional services firm specializing in cross-border M&A, dispute resolution, and corporate governance. With a strong focus on fostering business relationships between Europe and emerging markets, the firm has built a solid reputation as a trusted partner in the global legal landscape.

Recognized for its excellence and growing international presence, the firm brings together a dynamic team of highly skilled, globally minded professionals, including qualified attorneys from multiple jurisdictions. Their diverse backgrounds and multilingual capabilities enable them to effectively support clients across a wide range of legal and cultural environments. Working in a collaborative and fast-paced setting, the team is committed to delivering exceptional legal expertise and tailored solutions to meet the complex needs of international clients.

Report: Managing Partner

Location: Shanghai

Responsibilities

• Act as the firm’s legal representative in client engagements and official communications, with a focus on European-Asian cross-border matters.
• Provide expert legal advisory services in corporate governance, FDI, M&A, and dispute resolution, ensuring compliance with Chinese and international regulations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex bilingual (English/Italian) legal documents, including contracts, MoUs, and arbitration submissions.
• Lead client relationship management, business development, and strategic expansion of the firm’s client base in emerging markets
• Collaborate with global teams across China and Italy ( and 3 more countries ) to deliver integrated legal solutions. 

Requirements

• Mandatory: Current membership in the Italian Bar Association (Albo degli Avvocati) for at least 2 years.
• Mandatory: Nationality is Italian, or native-like level of Italian.
• LLB/LLM degree with additional qualifications in international law or cross-bordertransactions
• 4 + years of experience in corporate law, dispute resolution, or M&A within aninternational law firm or top-tier local firm.
• Fluency in English and Italian (written/spoken); proficiency in Mandarin or other languages is a plus.
• Proven ability to independently manage cases, lead client interactions, and collaborate in multicultural teams.
• Self-motivated and Self-reliable with high ethical standards
• Be flexible and willing to travel.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in and qualified for this position, please send your resume to Fabio Cavone at: fabio.cavone@selectioninternational.com.cn