Legal Counsel

JOB DESCRIPTION

1. Legal Advice & Compliance

• Provide legal advice to the Board of Directors and relevant departments on all company activities (business, investment, HR, marketing, operations, etc.).
• Ensure that all company activities, projects, products, and services comply with applicable laws and regulations.
• Identify and review potential legal risks and propose preventive solutions to minimize disputes.

2. Contract Management & Transactions

• Draft, review, and revise contracts, cooperation agreements, memorandums of understanding, NDAs, etc.
• Participate directly in negotiating legal terms with partners, clients, and suppliers.
• Develop standard contract templates and establish approval and filing procedures.

3. Internal Governance & Policies

• Draft, update, and issue company regulations, rules, and internal policies related to legal matters.
• Provide legal advice on labor law, social insurance, disciplinary actions, and employee rights.
• Support the HR department in handling labor disputes when necessary.

4. Dispute Resolution & Enforcement

• Represent or coordinate with external lawyers in dealing with authorities, arbitration centers, and courts in case of disputes.
• Collect evidence, prepare documentation, and develop strategies to protect the companys interests.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with contractual obligations; handle breaches by partners.

5. Legal Updates & Training

• Regularly update and analyze new laws/regulations and assess their impact on company operations.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on relevant legal requirements.
• Act as an advisor to help the company adapt promptly to changes in laws and policies.

• Bachelors degree in Law (Economic Law, Commercial Law, or related fields).
• At least 35 years of experience in corporate legal counsel/ in-house counsel roles; experience in large corporations or groups is an advantage.
• Solid knowledge of Corporate, Commercial, Labor, and Investment Law.
• Strong skills in legal drafting, negotiation, analysis, and problem-solving.
• Preferably experienced in dispute resolution and litigation.
• Excellent skills in contract drafting and reviewing, with the ability to provide clear and accurate legal advice.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and teamwork skills.
• Detail-oriented, responsible, and able to work under pressure.

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience, with annual salary reviews.
• 13th-month salary, holiday bonuses (Tet, Womens Day, Mid-Autumn Festival, etc.).
• Full participation in Social Insurance, Health Insurance, Unemployment Insurance, and other benefits as per Vietnamese Labor Law.
• Clear career development path with promotion opportunities.
• Quarterly teambuilding activities and annual company trips.
• Dynamic and professional working environment, with opportunities for training and development in both professional skills and soft skills.