Priority will be given to candidates who can start work immediately.

Contact person: To apply, please send your CV and cover letter in English to Ms. Yen Nguyen, Office Supervisor at [email protected].

BANKING AND FINANCE – LEGAL SENIOR ASSOCIATE

Position: Senior Associate
Practice group: Banking and Finance
Number of position(s): 01 (permanent)
Location: HCM Office, Saigon Center, Unit 2 & 3, 65 Le Loi Blvd., Saigon Ward, HCMC
Description of position:

• Advising clients on legal matters in the firm’s Banking
• and Finance practice group, and other practice groups when necessary;
• Advising lenders and borrowers on various forms of financing;
• Drafting and reviewing finance documents;
• Supervising Associates & Paralegals within the Banking and Finance practice, ensuring their work aligns with the firm’s standards and best practices;
• Other related work as may be required by Partners from time to time.

Requirements:

• Qualified lawyer with at least 8 years of experience in Banking and Finance;
• Strong knowledge of Banking and Finance laws, regulations, and practices;
• Proven experience in leading negotiations and handling complex legal matters;
• Exceptional drafting and reviewing skills for contracts, agreements, and legal documents;
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively;
• Effective time management and organizational skills;
• English fluency is essential;
• An ability to adapt to the working styles of different partners.

BANKING AND FINANCE – LEGAL ASSOCIATE

Position: Associate

Practice group: Banking and Finance
Number of position(s): 1 (permanent)
Location: HCM Office, Saigon Center, Unit 2 & 3, 65 Le Loi Blvd., Saigon Ward, HCMC
Description of position:

• Assisting Senior Associates / Partners in legal matters in the firm’s Banking and Finance practice group, and other practice groups when necessary;
• Advising lenders and borrowers on various forms of financing;
• Drafting and reviewing finance documents;
• Conducting legal research and providing suggestions that are in line with legal requirements;
• Other related work as may be required by Senior Associates / Partners from time to time.

Requirements:

• Qualified lawyer with 4-6 years of experience in Banking and Finance;
• Strong knowledge of Banking and Finance laws, regulations, and practices;
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively;
• Effective time management and organizational skills;
• English fluency is essential;
• An ability to adapt to the working styles of different partners.

CORPORATE AND M&A – LEGAL SENIOR ASSOCIATE

Position: Senior Associate
Practice group: Corporate and M&A
Number of position(s): 01 (permanent)
Locations: HCM Office, Saigon Center, Unit 2 & 3, 65 Le Loi Blvd., Saigon Ward, HCMC
Description of position:
Draft and review various types of corporate agreements for the firm.

• Advise clients on legal matters in the firm’s Corporate and M&A practice group, and other practice groups if the case arises;
• Supervise Associates & Paralegals within the Corporate and M&A practice;
• Draft and review contracts, agreements, legal documents and correspondences to clients and other key stakeholders of Rajah & Tann LCT Lawyers;
• Conduct research on relevant laws, regulations, and legal articles;
• Communicate with clients or other offices of Rajah & Tann Asia;
• Provide training and perform business development and other works as maybe requested by the Partners from time to time;
• Other related works as may be required by the Partners from time to time.

Requirements:

• At least 8 years’ experience in reputable law firms
• • Having a legal practice certificate
• English fluency is essential; fluency in other languages is a bonus
• Ability to perform in a high-pressure environment, including time and document management skills
• Strong communication skills in English and Vietnamese
• Ability to work well independently and as a team

CORPORATE AND M&A – LEGAL ASSOCIATE

Position: Legal Associate
Practice group: Corporate and M&A
Number of position(s): 2 – 3 (permanent)
Locations: HCM Office, Saigon Center, Unit 2 & 3, 65 Le Loi Blvd., Saigon Ward, HCMC
Hanoi Office, Charmvit Tower, Level 10, Unit 05, 117 Tran Duy Hung St., Cau Giay District, Ha Noi
Description of position:
Draft and review various types of corporate agreements for the firm.

• Assess risks and compliance issues for the firm.
• Conduct legal research and provide suggestions that are in line with legal requirements.
• Liaise with solicitors, regulatory bodies and other external parties on any legal issues.
• Assist with any other tasks as required by the lawyers in the practice.
• Possesses initiative, drive, and commercial acumen, and can work well both independently and in a team.
• Other related works as may be required by the Partners from time to time

Requirements:

• Legal Associate position a minimum of 4-6 years of relevant legal experience
• English fluency is essential; fluency in other languages is a bonus
• Ability to perform in a high-pressure environment, including time and document management skills
• Strong communication skills in English and Vietnamese
• Ability to work well independently and as a team

CORPORATE AND M&A – PARALEGAL

Position: Paralegal
Practice group: Corporate and M&A
Number of position(s): 4 (permanent)
Locations: HCM Office, Saigon Center, Unit 2 & 3, 65 Le Loi Blvd., Saigon Ward, HCMC
Description of position:
Draft and review various types of corporate agreements for the firm.

• Conduct research on relevant laws, regulations, and legal articles
• Carry out other legal and office work as assigned by the Partners and Senior Associates/Associates from time to time at firm
• Interpret, translate English documents as requested
• Meet and greet visitors at all levels of seniority
• Assist partners with business development
• Assist Partners to screen phone calls, enquiries and requests, and handle them when appropriate
• Produce documents, briefing papers, reports and presentations
• Organize and attend meetings and ensure the Partners are well prepared for meetings
• Take dictation and minutes and
• Carry out other support tasks as requested from time to time

Requirements:

• a minimum of 2-4 years of relevant legal experience
• Strong communication skills in English and Vietnamese, with fluency in other languages a bonus
• Ability to perform in high pressure environment, including time and document management skills
• Ability to work well independently and as a team