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Available Positions

Job Title: Associate - Corporate
Location: Shanghai
Contact: recruit@mwechinalaw.com

Description: We are currently seeking associates with at least three years of solid legal experience (candidates with private equity, mergers and acquisitions, and/or securities experience preferred).  Applicants should have excellent analytical and communication skills, including English proficiency and academic records.

Job Title: Associate - Tax
Location: Shanghai
Contact: recruit@mwechinalaw.com

Description:

We are seeking the tax associates with 2-3 years who will provide tax and business advisory services to clients and assist clients in complying with their tax obligations.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor’s degree;
  • 3-5 years experience in taxation consulting and compliance;
  • China CPA and Certified Tax Agents qualification preferred;
  • Excellent written and spoken English and Mandarin;
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
  • Strong analytical skills and organizational skills;
  • Good business sense;
  • Team-oriented.

Job Title: Human Resources Coordinator
Location: Shanghai
Contact: recruit@mwechinalaw.com

Description: We are currently seeking an HR coordinator with two to four years of work experience in human resources. Assist the office administrator in developing and implementing programs to support the growth of the Firm and to provide a positive environment for teamwork and personal development.  Assist the office administrator with all phases of recruiting for the Shanghai office, including summer interns, new associates and supporting staff, and assist in the integration of new recruits. 

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS: 

  • College degree
  • More than two years work experience in human resources; law firm experience preferred
  • Good command of oral and written English
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, client service and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work effectively with all levels authority, including management, both inside and outside the Firm
  • Professional attitude and demeanor in all interactions both inside and outside Firm
  • Knowledge of word processing systems and other office software
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize duties as necessary

Job Title: Legal Secretary
Location: Shanghai
Contact: recruit@mwechinalaw.com

Description: We are currently seeking legal secretaries with one to three years of work experience to provide administrative and secretarial support to the attorneys and paralegals within the Firm.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS :

  • Previous secretarial experience, preferably one to three years in a legal environment
  • College degrees or equivalent; additional related education is helpful
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word and other office software, especially programs related to document processing
  • Excellent organizational and client service skills
  • Familiarity with word processors and general office equipment, such as duplicating and facsimile machines
  • Strong oral and written language skills in both English and Chinese
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize duties as necessary
  • Stable, mature, diligent and a good team player

Job Title: Marketing Coordinator
Location: Shanghai
Contact: recruit@mwechinalaw.com

Description: We are currently seeking a marketing coordinator to provide marketing and business development support to the office administrator for Firm-wide needs.  Duties include identifying marketing opportunities and implementing marketing programs, increasing internal and external visibility, and supporting Chinese practices and related client/business development efforts.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

    • Minimum of three years business development or marketing experience in professional services or at a law firm
    • Bachelor’s degree in business or marketing
    • Excellent written and oral communication skills
    • Analytical and research skills
    • Excellent grammar and proofreading skills in both English and Chinese
    • Ability to interact with lawyers on all levels
    • Proactive and positive attitude
    • Ability to take initiative and work as part of a team
    • Knowledge of word processing systems and other office software
    • Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize duties as necessary

    Job Title: Paralegal
    Location: Shanghai
    Contact: recruit@mwechinalaw.com

    Description: We are currently seeking a paralegal with one to four years working experience.  Ideal candidates should be capable of handling various phases of legal support including files organization and indexing, document production preparation and organization, fact organization, legal searches, coordinating with attorneys and other paralegals, document translations, as well as providing general administrative and legal assistance  to attorneys.

    KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

      • Bachelor’s degree in law
      • Minimum of one year experience as paralegal
      • Strong analysis, organization and interpersonal skills
      • Strong client service oriented sense
      • Hard working, quick learner and team player
      • Excellent oral and written communication skills in both English and Chinese
      • Computer experienced

      Job Title: Receptionist
      Location: Shanghai
      Contact: recruit@mwechinalaw.com

      Description: We are currently seeking a receptionist with one to two years working experience.  Responsibilities include greeting visitors, handling incoming calls and performing general administrative duties.  Additionally will also assist other administrative staff with overflow work, including word processing, data entry and internet research tasks.

      KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

        • Previous secretarial experience, preferably one to two  years in a legal environment
        • College degree or equivalent; additional related education is helpful
        • Proficient in Microsoft Word and other Microsoft Office software including specific functions required for document processing
        • Excellent organizational skills and client service skills
        • Strong oral and written English and Chinese language skills
        • Excellent interpersonal communication skills