Legal & Compliance Manager (English | HCM)

• Legal Compliance & Advisory
• Oversee legal compliance across Vietnam entities and locations, ensuring alignment with local and national regulations.
• Monitor legal and regulatory changes that may impact the company and develop related policies or procedures.
• Advise leadership and internal teams on legal, regulatory, and compliance matters.
• Licensing, Customs & Government Relations
• Manage licensing, permits, registrations, renewals, and year-end customs documentation for company operations in Vietnam.
• Coordinate with customs brokers, third-party contractors, authorities, and regulatory bodies to ensure full compliance.
• Support ISO, fire safety assessments, and maintain positive relationships with government authorities.
• Contracts, Land Use & Legal Documentation
• Prepare, review, and negotiate contracts, including vendor contracts, service agreements, and partnership agreements.
• Handle land use rights matters, lease agreements, land title issues, and related disputes.

Work with external legal advisors on disputes, litigation, and arbitration; maintain accurate legal records and reports for management and regional teams.

• Required working experience
• 7–10 years of post-qualification experience as a Legal & Compliance Manager or in a similar role, preferably within the manufacturing industry.
• Required qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in law or a related field; legal certification is a plus.
• Required Languages:
• Fluent in both written and spoken English
• Required knowledge and skills
• In-depth knowledge of Vietnamese laws, regulations, and compliance standards.
• Strong contract negotiation and drafting skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Attention to detail and strong analytical skills.