Senior Managing Counsel - Corporate Law

Summary

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming great products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job, and there's no telling what you could accomplish. Do you love taking on big challenges without precedent? Do you possess a deep knowledge of the legal field and a passion for innovation? As a part of our Legal group, you’ll help uphold Apple’s high ethical and corporate standards. Working for a company that invents entire categories and industries means you’ll be challenged to creatively apply your deep legal expertise to rare and often unexplored aspects of the law. Together with our team, you’ll provide the critical support needed worldwide for all Apple products and businesses. At Apple, we are dedicated to making the best products on the planet. We have a fantastic new opportunity for a talented lawyer to join our team of diverse, creative, and hardworking people.

Minimum Qualifications

LLB or equivalent law degree from a recognized university. Qualified lawyer with at least 12 years of strong legal experience advising on legal entity structures, business expansions, corporate governance, and statutory compliance.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated ability leading and managing high performing legal teams for at least 2-3 years. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Chinese, with the ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, practical advice for diverse audiences. Strong ability to build relationships with executive management, teammates, and cross-functional partners globally. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with sound business judgment. In-house experience at a multinational technology company. Strong experience managing subsidiary structures and corporate maintenance, including board/shareholder meetings, corporate filings, reorganizations, post-acquisition integrations, and liquidations. Familiarity with intercompany agreements, including capital contributions, intercompany lending, dividends and other distributions, and transfer pricing considerations. Experience supporting statutory audits and working with external auditors. Experience advising on corporate legal matters across Greater China. Collaborative, proactive, and curious, with a strong interest in technology and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, international environment. Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Description

Apple’s Corporate Law Group is looking for an experienced Senior Managing Counsel, based in Shanghai, to lead a team supporting Apple’s entities and regional expansion in the Greater China region. In this role, you will work with a dynamic, experienced, and highly skilled global team on matters impacting Apple’s business and operations in the region, with a focus on corporate governance, entity management, business expansion, intercompany transactions, post-acquisition integrations, complex corporate reorganizations, and strategic projects. You will partner closely with Apple’s Finance, Tax, Treasury, Accounting, and Legal teams, providing legal support on a wide range of business initiatives in the region.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team responsible for corporate governance and compliance for Apple's entities in the Greater China region, including board and shareholder matters, corporate filings, and ongoing entity management and compliance requirements. Act as a trusted legal advisor and partner to key stakeholders across the region, including Finance, Tax, Treasury, and other Legal teams, providing clear and commercially sound guidance. Advise on business expansion initiatives, including new entity formations and corporate restructurings across Greater China. Advise on inter-company arrangements, including financing, capital contributions, dividends, and other cross-border transactions. Provide strategic input on entity structure decisions, working proactively with business and finance teams to anticipate legal needs and drive solutions. Support statutory audit processes and liaise with external auditors and advisors. Manage external legal counsel and service providers, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective legal support.