Senior Legal Counsel

CONTRACT TYPE: 9-month Fixed-Term Contract (Maternity Cover)

SENIORITY LEVEL: Management Level

FUNCTION: Legal

SALARY RANGE: Competitive salary + Flexibility

LOCATION: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

- Acting as commercial counsel to Marketing & Corporate functions, providing legal opinions, advising legal/regulatory issues, preparing/finalizing legal documents for day-to-day works.

- Track changes in laws and regulations that may affect the business. Share timely updates with relevant teams to ensure compliance and readiness.

- Help implement and monitor compliance with company policies, including standards of business conduct and contract management procedures. Provide guidance on applying Group policies and governance frameworks.

- In charge of compliance issues (standards of business conducts, contract management policy, etc.) for the Company.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

- Minimum of 5 years’ experience working for law firms/consulting companies or in similar roles within multinational corporations.

- Bachelor’s Degree in Law or any related field from a recognized Law university.

- Experience of working in Corporate Services/Compliance/Commercial is a plus.

Technical skills:

- Proficiency in commercial laws, including contract law, investment law, commercial laws, intellectual property law (trademark law), land law, banking law and labor law

- Familiarity with the taxation system & regulations of Vietnam

- A sound understanding of process of enactment of legislation

- Good understanding of commercial aspects

- Project management skill

- Good spoken and written English

Personal Attributes:

- Meticulous attention to detail

- Logical/strategic/analytical thinking

- Good organizational skills and time management

- Independent working

What we offer you?

- We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)

- Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives

- Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.

- You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills

- We prioritize continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes

WHY JOIN BAT?

- We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

- Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

- We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).

- Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.

- If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.