Senior Legal In-House
Job reference: 21723
Date posted: 16/06/2026
Salary up to: Negotiable
Industry: Manufacturing - Printing and Packaging
Category: Legal/Compliance
Benefits:
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Healthcare insurance coverage.
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13th-month salary.
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KPI bonus scheme (details to be discussed during the interview).
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Mobile phone and laptop provided.
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Meals provided at the factory.
Working Location:
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Lot F4-1, F4-2, Street No. 13, Thuan Dao Industrial Park, Long Dinh Commune, Can Duoc District, Long An Province.
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Company shuttle bus available from District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Working Time:
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Fixed schedule: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Mon to Fri
Department: Legal & Compliance
Reports To: CEO / General Director / CFO / Head of Legal
Position Summary
The Senior Legal Counsel is responsible for providing comprehensive legal support to the company’s business operations, with a strong focus on foreign-invested enterprises (FDI), corporate restructuring, mergers andacquisitions (M&A), capital transfer transactions, business dissolution, investment licensing, and regulatory compliance in Vietnam.
This role serves as a strategic legal advisor to senior management, ensuring legal compliance while facilitating complex corporate transactions and business transformation initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
1. Corporate Legal Affairs
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Provide legal advice on corporate governance, enterprise law, and business operations.
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Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, corporate documents, and legal correspondence.
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Support meetings of the Board of Directors, Board of Members, and Shareholders.
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Advise management on legal risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
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Maintain corporate legal records and ensure compliance with statutory filing requirements.
2. Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
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Lead legal workstreams for mergers, acquisitions, divestments, and capital transfer transactions.
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Conduct legal due diligence for target companies and investment opportunities.
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Assess transaction structures and identify legal and regulatory risks.
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Draft, review, and negotiate Share Purchase Agreements (SPA), Shareholders Agreements (SHA), Capital Transfer Agreements, and related transaction documents.
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Coordinate with investors, external law firms, auditors, tax advisors, and government authorities.
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Support post-merger integration, restructuring, and corporate transformation projects.
3. FDI Investment & Licensing
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Advise on the establishment, amendment, expansion, and operation of foreign-invested enterprises (FDI) in Vietnam.
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Manage Investment Registration Certificate (IRC) and Enterprise Registration Certificate (ERC) applications and amendments.
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Support investment project adjustments, capital increases, ownership changes, and business scope modifications.
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Liaise with licensing authorities, industrial zone management boards, export processing zones, and other regulatory bodies.
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Ensure compliance with Vietnamese investment regulations and industry-specific legal requirements.
4. Corporate Dissolution & Restructuring
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Lead legal procedures for company dissolution, liquidation, and investment project termination.
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Manage closure processes with licensing authorities, tax authorities, customs authorities, and social insurance agencies.
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Coordinate the settlement of labor obligations, contractual commitments, and outstanding liabilities.
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Support restructuring projects involving mergers, spin-offs, consolidations, and business transfers.
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Ensure all dissolution and restructuring activities comply with applicable Vietnamese laws and regulations.
5. Compliance & Risk Management
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Monitor legal and regulatory developments impacting business operations.
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Develop and implement internal compliance policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
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Conduct legal compliance reviews and internal audits.
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Manage disputes, claims, litigation matters, and relationships with external legal counsel.
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Deliver legal training and awareness programs to management and employees.
Required Qualifications
Education
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Bachelor’s Degree in Law.
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Lawyer License (Practicing Certificate) is strongly preferred.
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Master’s Degree in Law, Business Law, or a related field is an advantage.
Experience
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Minimum 5 years of experience in corporate legal practice.
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At least 3 years of hands-on experience handling M&A, FDI, corporate restructuring, or strategic transactions.
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Strong experience supporting foreign-invested manufacturing companies in Vietnam.
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Proven track record in company dissolution, liquidation, and investment project termination procedures.
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Experience working with government authorities, multinational corporations, and international investors.
Preferred Areas of Expertise
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Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
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Legal Due Diligence
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Corporate Restructuring
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Foreign Investment Law (FDI)
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Company Dissolution & Liquidation
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Investment Licensing (IRC/ERC)
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Corporate Governance
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Commercial Contracts
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Labor & Employment Law
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Tax & Customs Compliance
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Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
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Manufacturing Industry Regulations
Key Competencies
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Excellent contract drafting and negotiation capabilities.
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Sound business acumen and commercial mindset.
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Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously.
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Strong communication and presentation skills in both Vietnamese and English.
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High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
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Ability to work independently while effectively partnering with senior leadership.
Success Measures
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Ensure full legal compliance across company operations and transactions.
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Deliver effective legal support for M&A, restructuring, and investment projects.
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Minimize legal exposure and operational risks.
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Maintain strong relationships with regulatory authorities and external stakeholders.
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Support business growth through practical, commercially focused legal solutions.
