We are on behalf of a foreign company in Industrial Real Estate, looking for a Legal Manager. The position will report to Head of Legal & Compliance. Job based in Hanoi.

JOB DESCRIPTIONS:

Compliance

• Develop and monitor the Company's compliance
• Ensuring the compliance practice follow with requirements and commitments of relevant agreements, certificates and permits (Investment Agreement, IRC, ERC, and others)
• Ensure the mitigation of all legal risks
• Ensuring effective dispute resolution

Business Legal Affairs

• Execute the business legal affair related to Group business activities
• Lead all aspects of contracting process and drafting of legal documents (drafting, negotiation, review)
• Research legal issues related to Company's operations and Business Development activities (greenfield, JV, M&A, )
• Provide legal guidance to Company to anticipate and prevent legal problems
• Ensure legality of business plans, policies and procedures with regular reviews of publicly distributed information

Corporate Affairs:

• Lead IRC application process for new Phases, ERC required amendments, any new or additional certificates / permits- Participate in legal actions, interact with regulatory agencies and hire/manage outside counsel when necessary
• Build relationships with relevant governmental bodies to keep abreast of legal developments and put forward Company's position
• Manage the protection and enforcement of intellectual property rights, including copyrights and patents.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor or higher degree in Law; lawyer-practicing certificate is an advantage.
• At least 5 years experience in legal practice at recognized law firms or as Corporate Lawyer
• Preferable candidate within the Real Estate experience.
• Solid understanding of the laws of Vietnam relating to corporate, investment, commercial, labor, construction, real estate, environment, M&A, and dispute settlement.
• Advanced in English, both written and spoken.
• Good research, logical thinking, and analytical skills
• Very strong presence and communication skills
• High integrity and professionalism
• Self-starter, self-motivated, responsible, trustworthy, and hard working
• Ability to work both independently and as a team member under high pressure.