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POP MART · 1 day ago

Legal Assistant

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$80K/yr - $110K/yr

1+ years exp

POP MART is a leading global company in the trend culture and entertainment industry, seeking a proactive and business-savvy Legal Assistant. The role involves providing legal guidance on commercial transactions, compliance matters, intellectual property, and litigation while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

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Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of agreements, including but not limited to, vendor contracts, licensing agreements, non-disclosure agreements, distribution and wholesale agreements, and marketing services agreements

Provide practical and effective legal advice on contract terms, business risks, and opportunities in line with company strategy

Develop, update, and manage contract templates to ensure consistency and efficiency

Provide general support on the protection and management of Pop Mart’s intellectual property portfolio, including trademarks and copyrights, under the guidance of senior team members

Assist global teams in handling IP-related matters and help safeguard creative content across jurisdictions through research, coordination, and basic operational support

Conduct legal research and provide memorandum on legal and regulatory risks relating to Pop Mart’s business operations in the United States and Canada, including both physical stores and Roboshop e-commerce platforms

Independently manage legal matters and projects related to a broad range of compliance areas, such as import/export regulations, product labeling and marking, advertising standards, data privacy, employment law, and consumer protection

Oversee and manage corporate governance and ensure compliance with federal, state, provincial, and local requirements, including business registrations, licenses, and operational permits

Partner with business teams to assess legal risk of new products, services, and regulatory changes

Help manage litigation, including reviewing and preparing documents, and liaising with external counsel as needed

Work closely with internal teams, such as marketing, operations, finance, IP licensing, and real estate, to mitigate legal risks and ensure legal alignment with business objectives

Assist in the creation and implementation of policies including but not limited to, employee handbooks and operational SOPs

Proactively identify potential legal risks and offer solutions to prevent legal disputes and business interruptions

Qualification

Juris Doctor (JD)California State Bar admissionContract lawIntellectual property lawCorporate governanceCompliance experienceU.S. litigationDrafting skillsNegotiation skillsInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTeam player

Required

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school or equivalent

Admission to the California State Bar

1–3 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in corporate law, commercial transactions, or in-house legal environments

In-depth understanding of contract law, intellectual property law, and business regulations

Experience supporting company corporate governance and compliance, particularly within a retail industry, including researching and reporting on applicable regulations

Experience in U.S. litigation and working with outside counsel

Excellent negotiation, drafting, interpersonal, and communication skills

Highly organized and adept at managing multiple projects while meeting deadlines

Strong team player with the ability to work independently when required