LEGAL MANAGER

Ariston Group is a global leader in sustainable thermal comfort that offers a unique, extensive range of solutions for climate comfort, water heating and air handling, as well as components and burners. Listed on Euronext Milan since November 2021, in 2024 the group reported over 2.6-billion-euro revenues, with over 10,000 employees, direct presence in 40 countries in 5 continents, 28 production sites and 28 research and development centers. The group demonstrates its commitment to sustainability through the development of renewable and high efficiency solutions, such as heat pumps, water heating heat pumps, hybrids, domestic ventilation, air handling and solar thermal systems. The group also stands out for its continuous investment in technological innovation, digitalization, and advanced connectivity solutions. The group operates under global strategic brands Ariston, Elco and Wolf, and brands such as Calorex, NTI, HTP, Atag, Brink, Chromagen, Racold, as well as Thermowatt and Ecoflam in the components and burners business.
 

Collaborate closely with the Internal Audit function, proactively identify legal and compliance risks in business models and provide practical, solution-oriented advice to management.

1. Legal Advisory & Business Partnership

• Serve as the primary legal contact person for internal stakeholders, balancing legal risk with business objectives.
• Proactively identify legal and compliance risks in business models and provide practical, solution-oriented advice to management.

2. Corporate Governance & Entity Management

• Oversee the corporate governance of all China legal entities of the Group, including board/shareholder meeting management, minute-taking, and maintenance of statutory registers.
• Manage the lifecycle of legal entities (incorporation, amendment, deregistration) and ensure compliance with local regulatory filing requirements.
• Manage Chop Process & Authorization Models:​ Establish and implement the Chop (Seal) management process​ to prevent unauthorized use of corporate seals. Manage the Delegation of Authority (DOA)​ and Power of Attorney (POA)​ models to ensure clear lines of signing authority across all entities.

3. Contract Drafting & Reviewing

• Review, draft, and revise various Chinese and English contracts (e.g., procurement, sales, distribution, services, NDA, leasing, construction, labor contracts, etc.).
• Develop a library of contract templates; optimize contract approval processes to reduce signing risks.

4. Compliance Support & Legal Risk Assessment

• Monitor legislative developments relevant to business operations (focusing on Commercial Law, Corporate Governance, Data Privacy, IP, and Anti-bribery).
• Conduct legal compliance training and awareness programs for employees.
• Collaborate with functional owners:​ Work closely with HR on employment law issues, HSE on environmental/safety regulations, and Finance on commercial terms, providing legal interpretation and support.
• Manage the legal aspects of corporate insurance claims (i.e. workplace injuries, asset damage etc.) coordinating with insurers and adjusters to ensure proper coverage and maximize recovery.

5. Dispute Resolution & External Counsel Management

• Handle or manage litigation, arbitration, administrative investigations, and other dispute cases.
• Represent the company beyond court trial:​ Manage pre-litigation strategies, alternative dispute resolution (ADR), settlement negotiations, and out-of-court settlements.
• Select and manage external law firm resources, controlling legal costs and ensuring high-quality service delivery.

6. Projects: M&A, Investment & Financing Support

• Collaborate with the Finance and Business Development teams to support M&A, investments, new entity setups, and major asset disposals.

Lead the legal aspects​ of due diligence, document negotiation, and closing.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or above in law (master’s degree preferred; passing the legal professional qualification exam is a plus).
• 2.8+ years of legal experience with significant exposure to both law firm and in-house environments; at least 5 of those years must be dedicated to an in-house legal position.
• Must have direct experience supporting commercial/business departments, with the ability to propose solutions that balance risk and business interests from a legal perspective.
• 4.1+ years of team management experience; ability to design and implement practical legal processes (e.g., contract lifecycle management, chop approval workflows, and insurance claim procedures).
• Fluent in English (listening, speaking, reading, and writing); proficient in reviewing and drafting English contracts; capable of commercial negotiations and communication in English.
• Strong communication and coordination skills; able to work effectively across multiple departments, especially with business teams; open to business travel.

Location: Wuxi / Shanghai

We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all people, by offering a work environment accessible, welcoming and inclusive in compliance with legal obligations.