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Senior Legal & Compliance Manager

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A leading MNC is seeking a Senior Legal & Compliance Manager to lead legal and compliance matters in Vietnam while supporting regional activities. This role offers the opportunity to advise senior leadership, manage legal risks, and drive compliance in a dynamic, cross-border environment.

What you’ll do:

  • Advise management and business units on Vietnamese laws

  • Support new projects and partnerships with legal risk assessment and recommendations

  • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts

  • Ensure compliance with local laws and internal policies (anti-corruption, data privacy, etc.)

  • Lead compliance programmes, internal investigations, and reporting processes

  • Manage disputes, litigation, and work with external counsel and authorities

  • Identify legal risks and implement mitigation strategies

  • Support corporate governance, licensing, and regulatory filings in Vietnam

  • Collaborate with regional APAC legal teams on cross-border initiatives

What you bring:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Law; Lawyer license in Vietnam required

  • 12+ years of experience in MNCs or top-tier law firms

  • Strong knowledge of Vietnamese law and APAC regulatory environment

  • Expertise in contracts, compliance, and dispute management

  • Experience supporting cross-border projects and regional stakeholders

  • Strong negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills

  • Fluent in English and Vietnamese

What sets this company apart:

  • Regional exposure across APAC in a multinational environment

  • Flexible working and supportive, inclusive culture

  • Strong focus on learning, development, and long-term career growth

What’s next:
Apply now to explore this opportunity by click the link or send an email to minh.truong@robertwalters.com.vn

Due to the high volume of applications we are experiencing, our team will only be in touch with you if your application is shortlisted.

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Legal

Focus: In-house Legal

Industry: Manufacturing and Production

Salary: Negotiable

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Director

Language: English - Professional Working

Location: Hanoi

Job Reference: WAZOBF-49D838C6

Date posted: 17 March 2026

Consultant: Minh Truong