Legal Executive/Senior Jobs in Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam at Uni Export

Title: Legal Executive/Senior

Company: Uni Export

Location: Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

About Uni Export:

Uni Export is a leading and pioneering supplier of wood pellets in Vietnam and Asia, with a substantial 19-years experiences.
Operating 5 production plants, we currently deliver a supply of over 500,000 tons of biomass energy, along with 300,000 tons of wood sawdust, wood shavings, wood powder; and more than 18,000 cubic meters of plywood annually. Together with 4 forthcoming expansion projects in the south, central highlands, and northern parts of Vietnam, our total production capacity is anticipated to reach 700,000 MT by 2024 and surpass 1,000,000 MT by 2025 for biomass energy.
Growing with its production capacity coupled with the global demand for sustainability, Uni Export takes the lead in obtaining certifications including SBP, FSC, GGL among others. The company has established a long-term and strong relationship with reputable conglomerates from Europe, Japan, and South Korea to provide green fuel and achieve the common goal of zero emissions.

Responsibilities:

1. Contract Management

Draft, review, and provide legal advice on commercial contracts, export spot contracts, and related agreements to ensure compliance with applicable laws and company policies.
Support the Sales team in translating commercial terms into clear and legally binding contractual provisions.
Coordinate with internal departments and external parties on contract revisions, negotiations, amendments, and execution.
Prepare and manage contract-related documentation, including appendices, amendments, template updates, filing, and record maintenance.
Review Purchase Orders and supporting documents prior to approval and signing.

2. Project Legal Support

Support legal procedures for investment and development projects, including applications, amendments, and renewals of investment licenses and project-related permits.
Prepare, review, and submit legal dossiers for pre- and post-investment procedures, including construction, environmental, fire prevention, land, and operational permits.
Liaise with government authorities, legal consultants, and external service providers regarding regulatory and licensing matters.
Conduct legal research and provide legal support on issues related to project implementation, construction, operations, and regulatory compliance.
Coordinate with internal departments to resolve legal and operational matters arising throughout the project lifecycle.
Support the drafting and review of project agreements, corporate documents, basic M&A documents, and related legal reports.
Monitor licensing timelines, maintain project legal records, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and internal requirements.

3. Internal Legal & Administrative Support

Conduct legal research and provide guidance on regulatory matters affecting company operations.
Draft corporate legal documents, official correspondence, and documents for enterprise registration or amendment procedures.
Prepare periodic and ad-hoc reports for submission to relevant authorities.
Support the review and drafting of local contracts, dispute settlement agreements, and other legal documents as required.
Handle internal administrative and compliance-related procedures in accordance with company policies.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree or above in Law or a related field.
Good knowledge of Civil, Commercial, Investment, Corporate, Environmental, and Construction laws.
At least 3 years of experience in a similar role or within the legal field.
Experience in investment projects, licensing procedures, or project legal support is preferred.
Professional English proficiency, particularly in legal drafting and contract negotiation.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
Strong legal drafting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Good communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work under pressure.
– Professional working attitude with strong integrity and confidentiality awareness.

Working location and hours:

Location: Floor 2, Master Building, 41-43 Tran Cao Van Street, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Time: Mon-Fri (8.00 AM – 5.00 PM) & Sat (8.00 AM – 12.00 PM – WFH available)

Benefits:

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