Deputy Legal Manager

Job Description

Deputy Legal Manager – Safeguard & Drive Business Compliance

Are you a proactive legal expert who thrives in a fast-paced business environment? Do you have the confidence to manage high-stakes legal matters and ensure full compliance with regulations? Join us and take the lead in shaping our legal strategy!

Key Responsibilities

Licensing & Government Relations

• Manage and obtain company licenses (Investment Certificate, Business License, Education Operation License).

• Build and maintain relationships with government authorities (DPI, DOET, Department of Transport, Construction, Police, People’s Committee).

• Represent the company in regulatory meetings and ensure compliance.

Contract & Compliance Oversight

• Review, draft, and manage contracts and legal documents.

• Ensure compliance with corporate policies, regulatory procedures, and inspections.

• Guide centers in legal regulations and risk mitigation.

Legal Advisory & Risk Management

• Provide legal counsel on corporate, operational, and regulatory matters.

• Handle customer negotiations and dispute resolutions.

Trademark & Labor Union Management

• Oversee trademark applications, renewals, and intellectual property protection.

• Manage labor union activities and ensure labor law compliance.

Regulatory Reporting & Documentation

• Ensure timely submission of reports to authorities.

• Maintain and manage legal records.

Job Requirement

Who We’re Looking For

• A strategic legal thinker who is business-savvy and proactive in legal risk management.

• A strong communicator & negotiator who can influence stakeholders and handle high-stakes discussions.

• A leader & decision-maker who can manage teams and drive legal strategy.

• A compliance champion who is meticulous, ethical, and committed to business integrity.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (Master of Laws (LL.M) or Lawyer Practicing Certificate is a plus).

• 5-7 years of legal experience, with at least 2-3 years in a managerial role.

• Expertise in corporate, investment, education, commercial, labor, IP, and tax law.

• Legal English proficiency and experience in foreign investment & education sectors are advantages.

• Familiarity with Legal Tech & digital legal solutions is a plus.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary  

• 18 days of annual leave + 13th-month salary.

• 12 paid holidays (including Christmas Day).

• Full social, health & unemployment insurance.

• Educational sponsorship for employee’s family members.

• Professional training & leadership development opportunities.

• Engaging team-building activities & a dynamic work culture.