Legal Supervisor / Legal Manager (Houston)

Position OverviewWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Legal Supervisor / Legal Manager to support our North America operations. This role will be responsible for managing legal and compliance matters, mitigating risks, and providing strategic legal support to business teams across the region.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide comprehensive legal support for North America business operations, including contract drafting, review, and negotiationEnsure compliance with U.S. federal, state, and local laws and regulationsIdentify, assess, and mitigate legal risks in business activities and projectsSupport corporate governance, entity management, and regulatory filingsHandle or coordinate dispute resolution, including litigation and arbitration mattersWork closely with internal stakeholders (sales, finance, HR, operations) to provide practical legal adviceLiaise with external counsel and manage legal service providersSupport cross-border legal matters and communication with headquartersQualificationsBachelor’s degree or above in Law (J.D. or equivalent preferred)Licensed to practice law in the United States (preferred)3+ years of relevant legal experience (in-house or law firm), preferably in manufacturing, construction, or industrial sectorsStrong knowledge of U.S. commercial law, contract law, and compliance frameworksExperience supporting cross-border business operations is highly preferredStrong communication and stakeholder management skillsPreferred QualificationsBilingual proficiency in English and Mandarin Chinese is highly preferred, due to frequent communication with global teamsFamiliarity with Chinese corporate practices or prior experience working in Chinese multinational companies is a plus