Head of Project Legal
Job Description
1. Real Estate & Land Legal Affairs
– Manage and oversee legal documentation and registration procedures for real estate projects; maintain and update legal records
– Provide legal advice and handle procedures related to real estate investment and property transfer transactions
– Advise internal departments and subsidiaries on legal matters related to real estate investment activities
– Draft and review official letters, notices, and legal documents for working with government authorities, partners, and clients
2. Contract & Legal Documentation Management
– Review, assess, and advise on legal structures for contracts and transactions related to:
+ Investment, construction, and project development activities
+ Business operations and sales activities
+ Corporate operations and governance
– Coordinate with relevant departments to identify and mitigate legal risks during contract negotiation and implementation
3. Litigation & Dispute Resolution
– Represent or coordinate representation of the company in disputes, complaints, and litigation related to land, property transfer, sales and purchase agreements, and other real estate matters
– Work directly with government authorities, Courts, Arbitration Centers, and other competent agencies
– Propose legal strategies and solutions to protect the legitimate rights and interests of the Company
4. Project Legal Advisory
– Provide legal consultation throughout project stages, including investment preparation, project execution, operation, and transfer
– Ensure compliance with Vietnamese laws and regulations relating to land, investment, construction, housing, and real estate business
– Represent the company in working with state authorities during project implementation
5. Legal Department Management
– Organize, manage, and oversee the Project Legal Department
– Assign tasks, monitor performance, and evaluate the effectiveness of the legal team
– Advise the Management Board on legal strategy, compliance, and risk management
– Develop and improve the internal legal governance system in line with the Group’s development orientation
– Perform other duties assigned by the Management Board
Candidate Requirements
Professional Requirements
– Bachelor’s Degree in Law, preferably specializing in Land Law or related fields
– Lawyer Practicing Certificate is highly preferred
– Minimum 5–7 years of relevant experience, preferably with real estate developers, construction companies, or relevant government authorities (Department of Construction, Department of Natural Resources & Environment, Department of Planning & Investment, Land Registration Office, etc.)
– Solid hands-on experience in corporate legal matters, real estate project legal affairs, M&A transactions, contracts, and litigation
– Strong knowledge of Vietnamese laws relating to corporate governance, investment, land, construction, real estate business, and related regulations
Skill Requirements
– Strong communication, negotiation, and persuasion skills
– Ability to work effectively with government authorities and both local and international partners
– Leadership and team management capabilities, with experience in coaching and developing legal teams
– Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and PowerPoint
– Good command of English, particularly legal English
Benefits
– Full social insurance contribution based on gross salary after probation period
– Annual health check-up
– Team building activities and company trips
– Bonuses on public holidays, Tet holiday, and 13th-month salary
– Employee welfare benefits for birthdays, weddings, bereavement, and sickness
– 24/24 accident insurance
– Parking allowance, lunch allowance, and phone allowance provided
Application Guidelines
– Please send your CV to: tuyendung@kiena.vn
– Email subject format: Full Name_Position Applied
– Website: www.kiena.vn
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