Legal Executive - Licensing & Government Relations

Key Responsibilities

Licensing & Government Relations

- Lead all legal licensing procedures for company operations: Investment Registration Certificate (IRC), Enterprise Registration - Certificate (ERC), Education Operation License, and other permits.

- Directly liaise and negotiate with government agencies (DPI, DOET, Department of Planning, Department of Construction, - -- Department of Public Security, People’s Committees, etc.)

- Monitor legal developments in licensing and investment law to ensure compliance.

- Represent the company in regulatory audits, inspections, or meetings with authorities.

Legal Advisory & Contract Management

- Review and draft licensing-related contracts, legal opinions, MoUs, and official correspondences.

- Provide legal advice on business registration, investment approvals, and education licensing.

- Coordinate with external counsels when needed.

Documentation & Record Management

- Maintain licensing files, applications, approvals, and correspondence with full legal accuracy.

- Prepare legal reports and maintain compliance records for audit-readiness.

Who We’re Looking For

• A detail-oriented and business-minded legal professional with a strong understanding of licensing and investment regulations.

• A clear communicator who can build trust with government authorities and internal stakeholders.

• A proactive problem-solver who can navigate legal complexities in a regulated and fast-paced environment.

• A reliable and ethical legal partner who ensures the company’s operations comply with licensing and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

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

• 5–7 years of legal experience, ideally in investment licensing, business registration, or education sector.

• Hands-on experience working with government authorities such as DPI, DOET, MOET, DOLISA, Department of Public Security, etc.

• Strong legal drafting and bilingual contract review (English & Vietnamese).

• In-depth knowledge of Vietnam Investment Law, Enterprise Law, Education Law, and related regulations.

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

• Proficiency in Legal English and ability to review bilingual legal documents.

• Familiarity with digital licensing platforms or legal tech is an advantage.

What we offer:

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

• 12 paid holidays (including Christmas Day).

• Work travel support

• 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.