Legal & Compliance Officer

Sika has been serving in the Vietnam market since 1993 as a 100% foreign owned company, a subsidiary of Sika AG, Switzerland. Sika Vietnam offers products and solutions for most construction and industrial applications. We always put the need of local customers at the center of our business; therefore, we develop products that are tailored to meet local and global customers' requirements. We are reliable partners of designers, consultants, owners and construction companies based on the quality of our products and our excellent technical service. As a leading supplier of specialty chemicals, Sika provides full solutions for most construction applications and projects.
Sika has acquired the MBCC Group, a leading global supplier of construction chemicals. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, MBCC Group has been at the forefront of driving positive change in the construction industry. By joining forces, Sika and MBCC Group have created a workforce of 33,000 experts and achieved net sales of more than CHF 12 billion (- USD 14 billion).
Sika Vietnam is seeking a dedicated Legal & Compliance Officer to join our dynamic team. This role will be instrumental in ensuring the company's legal and regulatory compliance.
OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES
The Legal & Compliance Officer will play a crucial role in safeguarding the company's legal interests and ensuring its adherence to regulatory requirements. This position will involve providing legal advice, managing legal risks, and overseeing compliance initiatives and reports to Legal & Compliance Manager.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Legal Advice:
• Provide legal consultancy on a wide range of legal matters in enterprises operation, including licenses, commercial contracts, environment and production safety, employment disputes, and regulatory compliance.
• Advise on corporate governance issues, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Review and draft legal documents, such as contracts, agreements, and policies.
• Provide legal support for litigation and dispute resolution processes.
Compliance and Risk Management:
• Coordinate to develop compliance programs to ensure adherence to relevant laws and regulations, including environmental, labor, commercial, marketing and safety standards.
• Conduct regular compliance audits and assessments to identify potential risks and ensure corrective actions are taken.
• Monitor changes in laws and regulations and update compliance policies and procedures accordingly.
• Identify and assess legal risks, developing strategies to mitigate them.
Intellectual Property:
• Manage the company's intellectual property portfolio, including patents, trademarks, and copyrights.
• Ensure proper protection and enforcement of IP rights.