Legal Manager

Department: Legal Department
Number of Openings: 1
Reporting Line: Japanese General Director (GD) and Vietnamese Deputy President
1. General Legal Affairs (Internal) (50%)
Serve as the overall lead responsible for the company's general legal affairs and legal documentation
Provide legal advice and consultation to the BOD and internal departments
Proactively monitor, review, and update on regulatory changes to ensure all company activities comply with applicable laws and regulations
Review and control the legal validity of documents, contracts, and procedures; confirm alignment with internal regulations; minimize legal risk; and verify the legality of operational and administrative documents prior to approval
Manage and prevent legal risks arising from medical practices, contracts, HR matters, advertising, and personal data protection; propose corrective and risk-mitigation measures; and participate in handling legal issues and incidents
Track new laws and regulations relevant to the company's business, communicate updates internally, and incorporate them into operational procedures
2. General Legal Affairs (External) (40%)
Manage and carry out licensing procedures, including business registration, investment certificates, branch registration, clinic operating licenses and medical specialty approvals, radiation-related permits, and pharmacy licenses (GPP and pharmaceutical trading eligibility certification)
Handle practice permit applications for foreign medical staff
Manage professional practice registration with the Ministry of Health and update doctor information on the social insurance portal
Prepare documentation for inspections, assessments, and responses to authorities regarding clinic and pharmacy operations
Serve as legal representative in dealings with state authorities; handle complaints and disputes with customers, partners, and others; and provide legal support on special cases to other departments
Build and maintain relationships with regulatory authorities relevant to the business
3. Other Duties (10%)
Manage and supervise team members
Draft and issue company-wide decisions, notices, and legal/general affairs documents
Maintain thorough knowledge of procedures for foreign employees (work permits, visas, temporary residence cards (TRC), etc.)
Prepare payment documentation related to Legal Department expenses
Prepare and submit reports to administrative authorities
Perform other duties as instructed by superiors and the BOD
4. Requirements
Must-Have
Bachelor's degree in Law
5-6+ years of relevant work experience (in the healthcare/medical industry)
Strong knowledge of relevant laws and regulations, including corporate law, labor law, and commercial law
Proven track record in drafting and reviewing legal documents, establishing procedures, and analyzing and evaluating legal risk
Management-oriented mindset with the ability to perform well under pressure
Nice-to-Have
Strong network with the Vietnamese Ministry of Health
Desired Profile
Experience as a Legal Manager at an international hospital or clinic, with a strong sense of compliance
Connections with the Ministry of Health and able to quickly keep up with regulatory changes
No particular language requirement, but comfortable working with English-language contracts
Experience managing Vietnamese staff, or motivated to do so
5. Working Conditions & Benefits
Work Location
Primary: Ho Chi Minh City (HCM) *Hanoi assignment negotiable (occasional HCM business trips possible, a few times a month)
mPlaza Saigon, 39 Le Duan, Sai Gon Ward (D1), HCMC
Working Hours
44 hours/week, Monday-Friday + Saturday AM
*Schedule adjustable through discussion with your manager
Days Off
Saturday & Sunday
Schedule adjustment negotiable through discussion with your manager
Annual Leave In accordance with the law
Probation Period
2 months (85% of salary)
Salary
Gross 60,000,000-70,000,000 VND/month
Negotiable up to approx. Gross 80,000,000-85,000,000 VND for candidates with strong skills and experience
Salary Review
KPI evaluation: 4 times a year
Bonus & Incentives
Bonus based on company performance
Social Insurance
Social insurance, UIC accident insurance
Other Benefits
Lunch allowance, parking allowance
Annual health check-up, vaccinations, family discounts available
Regular company trips