Legal & Compliance Manager

Our partner is a global company that manages the supply chain for farm products and supplies, with operations in 15 countries and offering a wide variety of agricultural goods.

Summary

Our strategic partner is seeking a Legal & Compliance Manager to oversee legal and compliance matters across business entities and locations in Vietnam. Reporting to the Country Head Vietnam, this role provides legal advisory support, manages licensing and permits, handles contract management, supports customs and regulatory compliance, maintains government relations, and ensures accurate reporting and documentation.

Job Responsibilities

Legal Compliance:

• Oversee legal compliance activities across all entities and operating locations in Vietnam.
• Monitor changes in laws and regulations that may affect company operations.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with local and national regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with customs brokers and third-party contractors on import and export declaration filings in Vietnam to ensure customs compliance.
• Support ISO and fire safety assessment activities.
• Work with external legal advisors on disputes, litigation, and arbitration matters.
• Maintain records and reporting updates for ongoing legal cases, including updates to regional teams.

Business Partnership & Advisory:

• Act as a trusted legal and regulatory advisor to leadership and internal teams.
• Support cross-functional projects and commercial initiatives from a legal and compliance perspective.
• Serve as the main legal contact for assigned markets.

Licensing and Permits:

• Manage the application and renewal process for licenses, permits, and registrations required for company operations in Vietnam across all products.
• Maintain a complete and updated database of all licenses and permits.
• Handle proper year-end closure of customs-related documentation for all products.

 Land Use Rights:

• Manage matters related to land use rights, including lease agreements and land title issues.
• Work with relevant authorities and landowners to resolve land-related disputes or issues.

Contract Management:

• Prepare, review, and negotiate different types of contracts and agreements, including vendor contracts, service agreements, and partnership agreements.
• Ensure contracts comply with legal requirements and help minimize potential risks to the company.

Government Relations:

• Build and maintain positive working relationships with government authorities and regulatory bodies.
• Act as the key contact point for legal and compliance matters when working with external stakeholders.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Maintain accurate, well-organized records of all legal and compliance documents and correspondence.
• Prepare regular reports for senior management on legal and compliance activities, updates, and developments.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Law or a related field.
• Legal certification is an advantage.
• Proven experience as a Legal and Compliance Manager or in a similar role.
• Seven to ten years of relevant post-qualification experience.
• Strong knowledge of Vietnamese laws, regulations, and compliance standards.
• Strong skills in contract negotiation and contract drafting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical capability.
• Fluent written and spoken English and Vietnamese.

If you possess the required skills and experience and are ready to significantly contribute to the dynamic team, we warmly welcome your application at giang.nguyen@peoplewise.vn or application@peoplewise.vn.

About PeopleWise Vietnam:

PeopleWise Vietnam is founded on the belief that people are at the core of organizational success. We provide comprehensive human resources consulting services to partners worldwide, including Executive Search and Talent Acquisition Solutions, Staffing Management Solutions, and People & Organizational Consulting Services.

We are proud to be a trusted partner of multinational corporations and a strategic partner to leading local and foreign-invested enterprises. We are committed to delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions that create strong competitive advantages in the marketplace and generate sustainable value for our long-term partners.

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