INVISTA is a subsidiary of Koch Industries, Inc., one of the world`s largest privately-held companies. Koch companies employ about 60,000 people and have a presence in nearly 60 countries.

INVISTA is among the world`s largest integrated producers of polymers and fibers, primarily for nylon, spandex and polyester applications. With a business presence in more than 20 countries, INVISTA delivers exceptional value for its customers through market insights, technology innovations and a powerful portfolio of global trademarks including LYCRA fiber, COOLMAX fabric, CORDURA fabric, STAINMASTER carpet, and ANTRON carpet fiber. INVISTA`s businesses include Apparel, Intermediates, Performance Surfaces & Materials, and Performance Technologies. You may not realize it, but INVISTA`s products play a role in nearly every aspect of your life. For example, INVISTA fibers may be in your carpet, clothing or bedding--and INVISTA polymers may be in your car, food packaging or camping gear. We transform daily life through innovations that create long-term value for our customers and society. You can be a part of the difference by joining the INVISTA team.


We invite you to consider INVISTAs Back to Asia program, which provides high-potential individuals with an understanding of our global businesses. This is an excellent opportunity to demonstrate your capabilities and fulfill your potential. We are currently seeking candidates who are proficient in Mandarin and English to fill roles in INVISTAs Legal organization. This job will be based at our corporate headquarters in Wichita, Kansas, for approximately a period of 1 year from date of hire, with the intention of relocating to Shanghai/China after the first year. Visas or work permits are not offered; however, moving assistance will be considered for the relocation to Shanghai/China.

Primary Responsibility in the Following Areas:

• Providing a range of global legal services for INVISTA businesses and functions operating in over 25 different countries, including providing strategic legal advice, merger & acquisition support, and contract management for commercial initiatives and capital projects.
  
• Must have strong legal thinking skills and judgment, effective communication and drafting skills with a thorough understanding of corporate and commercial legal issues.
  
• Must be able to work in a team environment and to appropriately challenge the business organization to achieve profitable solutions.
  
• Excellent leadership, project management and organizational skills.
  
• Must exhibit a strong desire to work on challenging and complex global projects.
  
• Must show a strong commitment to all areas of compliance.
  

Requirements:

• 2+ years of legal experience practicing corporate law with a law firm or in a corporate environment.
  
• Must have completed LL.M by May 2014
  
• Experience drafting corporate agreements and instruments.
  
• Ability to provide original documents which verify your identity and legally authorized right to work in China as part of INVISTA`s Back to Asia program.
  
• Ability to provide Employee Authorization Documentation through Occupation Practical Training (OPT) / Academic Training.
  
• Proficiency in Mandarin and English, both written and verbal. Applicants will be required to demonstrate proficiency during the selection process.
  

Additional Preferences:

• International legal experience
  
• Intellectual Property experience
  
• Labor & Employment experience
  

Salary and benefits commensurate with experience.
We are an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V
Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test.

: Legal
Location: USA-Kansas-WICHITA-KS
Company: INVISTA S. r.l.
Schedule: Full-time
Job Type: Regular







Koch companies

We are an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V
Drug tests are required, unless prohibited by state law