MAJOR FUNCTION

As Legal Manager, you will report directly to the General Counsel and be responsible for supervising day-to-day operations of the legal team, ensuring high-quality legal support to internal stakeholders, and maintaining legal compliance across business activities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the daily workflow of the legal department and ensure alignment with business priorities.
• Supervise and support team members to maintain high standards of legal service delivery.
• Monitor task allocation, team capacity, and performance targets.

• Provide strategic legal advice and practical solutions on a broad range of legal issues to various business units.
• Review business activities to ensure alignment with legal requirements and minimize legal risks.

• Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of internal compliance policies.
• Conduct regular reviews to ensure adherence to laws, regulations, and internal controls.

• Assist in identifying legal and regulatory risks and advise mitigation strategies.
• Lead or support internal legal audits, including periodic review of contract templates and legal documentation.

• Advise on licensing requirements and liaise with local authorities to secure necessary permits for company operations.
• Ensure timely renewals and accurate record-keeping of licenses and approvals.

• Independently manage relationships with external law firms and service providers.
• Review external counsel deliverables and ensure efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with internal standards.
• Monitor legal developments and provide strategic recommendations on regulatory and policy issues.

• Represent the company in dispute resolution, litigation, and legal proceedings.
• Manage legal settlements, claims, and complaints in collaboration with relevant departments.

• Support the training, coaching, and development of junior legal staff.
• Contribute to performance evaluations and ensure team readiness for cross-functional legal support.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Regional General Counsel and the BOM, including cross-border legal tasks and regional projects if required.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Law degree from a recognized university.
• Minimum 5 years of legal practice experience, preferably in-house and/or in intellectual property/internet/technology/digital service industries.
• In-depth knowledge of general legal principles; experience in intellectual property, content licensing, internet, digital media, or platform-based services is an advantage.
• Proven ability to provide sound legal advice in a dynamic, high-pressure environment.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage team dynamics and mentor junior staff.
• Detail-oriented, high integrity, proactive, and results-driven.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Vietnamese and English.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office and legal research tools.
• Basic knowledge of AI tools for data handling or automation is a plus.