Tuyển dụng Senior Legal Counsel tại Hồ Chí Minh

WE'RE HIRING – SENIOR LEGAL COUNSEL

Organization: ISB International Education Institute (ISB Institute) – University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH)

Location: 196 Tran Quang Khai Street, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Employment Type: Full-time

1. Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and support to the Institute's leadership and departments on legal and regulatory matters arising from daily operations and strategic initiatives.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, memoranda of understanding (MOUs), partnership agreements, and other legal documents with domestic and international partners.
• Conduct legal research and provide practical advice on corporate, commercial, employment, education, procurement, and other relevant areas of Vietnamese law.
• Research and advise on legal structures, regulatory requirements, establishment procedures, and licensing conditions for the potential development of new legal entities in the education sector.
• Identify and assess legal risks, recommend appropriate solutions, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Support the resolution of legal disputes, contractual issues, and other legal matters involving external parties.
• Review and develop internal policies, procedures, and legal documentation to strengthen regulatory compliance.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and assess their potential impact on the Institute's operations.
• Liaise with external legal advisors, regulatory authorities, and relevant stakeholders when required.
• Perform other legal responsibilities as assigned by the Institute's leadership.

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2. Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Law (LL.B. or equivalent) is required.
• A valid Lawyer Practising Certificate or membership in a Bar Association is an advantage.

Professional Experience

• Minimum 3 years of relevant legal advisory experience at a law firm or other licensed legal practice.
• Candidates with 5 or more years of relevant experience will be given preference, particularly those with expertise in education law, corporate structuring, and regulatory licensing.
• Experience gained solely in in-house legal departments will not count toward the minimum required years of law firm experience.
• Demonstrated experience in legal research, contract drafting and review, regulatory advisory, and providing practical legal solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience advising educational institutions, particularly in higher education, international education, or cross-border educational partnerships.
• Experience in corporate establishment, legal entity structuring, regulatory approvals, and licensing procedures, preferably within the education sector.
• Previous involvement in projects relating to the establishment, restructuring, or development of educational institutions.
• Experience working with Vietnamese regulatory authorities on corporate, investment, or education-related legal matters.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of Vietnamese laws and regulations, with excellent legal research and analytical skills.
• Ability to provide independent, practical, and solution-oriented legal advice.
• Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and legal risk assessment skills.
• Good command of English, particularly in legal research, contract review, and legal drafting.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.

3. Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Opportunities to participate in strategic legal projects, including organizational development and international education partnerships.
• Statutory insurance and employee benefits in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Professional development and training opportunities.

4. Application Requirements

Interested candidates are invited to submit:

• An updated CV detailing relevant professional experience, including the names of law firms, employment periods, positions held, and key areas of legal practice.
• A copy of their Bachelor's degree in Law and relevant professional qualifications (if applicable).

Quyền lợi

• Thưởng: Attractive salary
• Chăm sóc sức khoẻ: Private health insurance, periodic health check-up
• Khác: Join a dynamic and professional working environment