A Vietnam Qualified Technology, Multimedia, and Telecom (“TMT”) Associate is needed for our Corporate & Commercial department in Vietnam office.  Our Vietnam TMT practice has been ranked “Tier 1” in The Legal500 for recent years.  Our clients’ businesses cover a wide range of TMT industries, including data, media, Internet content provision and search engines, e-commerce, telecoms, online gaming, fintech and payment, crypto, AI, blockchain and other new technology-related areas.  We represent some of the biggest names in their respective industries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform legal research and analysis when and as necessary to resolve legal issues and determine the appropriate course of action regarding a particular issue/case;
• Advise the clients on requirements and conditions for setting up their TMT business in Vietnam; implementing and expending their business to Vietnam market; or acquiring TMT business in Vietnam;
• Assist with licensing work relating to TMT areas, including preparing the application documents and explanation, submitting the dossiers, and liaison with the authorities;
• Advise technology companies, telecommunication companies, OTT operators, e-payment and fintech companies for regulatory compliance with Vietnam related regulations;
• Formulates legal strategies and analytical responses to clients and acting as the point of contact for TMT clients;
• Drafts, reviews, and finalizes TMT-related documents and contracts such as consulting services, IT products, software, and data processing along with data privacy policies.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1.   Vietnamese national
2.   Vietnam Lawyer Practicing License is a must
3.   2-3 years of experience in advising on TMT matters at:

• • a reputable law firm;
  • an in-house counsel position with a reputable TMT industry related company; or
  • a relevant government agency such as the Ministry or Department of Information and Communication (MIC or DIC)

4.   Exceptional academic background with includes, at minimum, a bachelor’s degree in law;
5.   Excellent command of English (verbal and written) and the ability to communicate with foreign clients and colleagues comfortably
6.   A “can do” attitude, and an enthusiastic and energetic personality
7.   Good team player
8.   Strong time management and project management skills
9.   Strong business acumen and work ethic, and high professional standards

Please send the CV to:  [email protected]