Legal Assistant

Location: Culver City, CA (On-site)

POP MART (09992.HK), founded in 2010, is a leading global company in the trend culture and entertainment industry. Centered around IP, POP MART has built a comprehensive platform for creative incubation and IP operation, empowering global creators while delivering exciting products, services, and immersive entertainment experiences to consumers. POP MART identifies and nurtures emerging artists and designers worldwide, creating popular character IPs through a well-established IP development and operation system. Its portfolio includes iconic IPs such as MOLLY, SKULLPANDA, DIMOO, THE MONSTERS, and Hirono. By launching art toys and derivative products based on these IPs, POP MART continues to lead trends in consumer culture. As of the end of 2024, POP MART operates over 500 physical stores and more than 2,300 Robo Shops across 30 countries and regions. Through multiple cross-border e-commerce platforms, the company has reached audiences in over 90 countries and regions, bringing joy to young consumers around the world.

Job Overview

Pop Mart is seeking a proactive and business-savvy Legal Assistant with 1-3 years of experience to support our dynamic operations. This position will report to Senior Counsel and offer the opportunity to work closely with cross-functional teams, providing legal guidance on commercial transactions, compliance matters, intellectual property, and litigation. The ideal candidate will possess strong business acumen, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for supporting a creative, global brand.

What You Will Achieve

Commercial Transactions:

• 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.

Intellectual Property:

• 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.

Compliance:

• 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.

Dispute Resolution:

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

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• 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.

Policy Development & Risk Management:

• 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.

What You Will Need

• 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 trif wansactions, or in-house legal environments.
• In-depth understanding of contract law, intellectual property law, and business regulations.
• Experience supporting company corporate governance and compliance, particulary 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.

What We Offer

• Market-competitive packages: 401k, health insurance, PTO, paid sick leave, and family leave.
• Growth opportunities: On-the-job training, leadership development, and stretch assignments to advance your career.
• Career development: Opportunities to take on larger responsibilities as POP MART’s North America business scales rapidly.

*POP MART is committed to equal pay initiatives and will not ask candidates for their current or past salary.

**As an Equal Opportunity Employer, POP MART does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or because of any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local law.