Specialist, Business Commercial Counsel

A Career at HARMAN

As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together youll discover that at HARMAN you can grow make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.

A Career at HARMAN Automotive

Were a global multi-disciplinary team thats putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Automotive we give you the keys to fast-track your career.

• Engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience
• Combine ingenuity in-depth research and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence
• Advance in-vehicle infotainment safety efficiency and enjoyment

About the Role

The position is responsible for providing legal support for HARMANs Automotive global organization focusing on HARMANs sales and operations including support for the Customer Account Management (CAM) as well as local addition he/she will also support all SBUs of Automotive division and corporate functions including the finance human resources sales and/or supply chain functions.

The position requires the ability to support negotiations deliver timely legal support and handle assigned matters with a growing level of independence. The position demands a solid understanding of HARMANs business operations internal stakeholders and the legal considerations impacting key business activities. The role works closely with the senior legal counsel and business teams to provide practical commercially oriented legal support assist in contract drafting and negotiations and contribute to daytoday operational priorities in a fastpaced environment.

What You Will Do

• Review draft and negotiate of a wide variety of commercial agreements and amendments.
• Serve as a trusted legal advisor embedded within Automotive business teams providing practical solutionoriented legal support.
• Support and enhance the Automotive contract strategy RFQ processes including updating and maintaining RFQ offer templates and negotiation frameworks.
• Handle commercial disputes with customers and suppliers including assisting with litigation arbitration or mediation matters and coordinating with external counsel as required.
• Collaborate with local and functional stakeholders on ongoing projects and business initiatives providing legal input on identified risks and issues.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of standardized templates playbooks and internal guidelines to improve efficiency and consistency of commercial legal support.
• Prepare or coordinate internal trainings for employees on relevant legal topics.
• Assist with corporate M&A and other legal matters as assigned.

What You Need to Be Successful

• Law Degree from a reputable law school with PRC bar admission.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant legal experience preferably gained from a law firm or inhouse environment; experience with automotive manufacturing or technologyrelated matters is a plus.
• Sound foundation in drafting and reviewing commercial agreements under PRC and/or international practice.
• Good communication skills with the ability to work effectively with business teams and legal colleagues.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks follow through on assignments and respond to business needs in a timely manner.
• Strong analytical and problemsolving skills with attention to detail and the ability to exercise sound judgment with appropriate supervision.

What Makes You Eligible

• You have a working knowledge of English.
• You are willing to travel if necessary.
• Due to the nature of global infrastructure you understand that flexibility in working hours is required.
• You can obtain a government security clearance; You are eligible to work in China.

What We Offer

• Flexible work environment allowing for full-time remote work one day per week for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location.
• Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman (JBL HARMAN Kardon AKG etc.).
• Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University.
• Competitive wellness benefits.
• Access to HARMAN Campus Fitness Center and Cafeteria.
• Be Brilliant employee recognition and rewards program.
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard torace religion color national origin gender (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age status as a protected veteran status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.