BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. We are on a mission to decrease the health impact of our industry.
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to Be The Change. Come, join us on this journey!
BAT VIETNAM IS LOOKING FOR SENIOR LEGAL COUNSEL, MARKETING & CORPORATE SERVICES
SENIORITY LEVEL: Management Level
FUNCTION:Legal & External Affair (LEX)
SALARY RANGE: Competitive market salary + Bonus scheme + Excellent benefits
LOCATION: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR
Business:
- Strategic Legal Analysis: Lead comprehensive legal analysis and engage with local, regional, and global teams to address draft regulations impacting BAT’s business operations in Vietnam.
- Regulatory Driver: Oversee and drive regulatory updates across the organization, ensuring timely and accurate information dissemination.
- Legal representatives in relevant forums: Represent the Legal team in Regulatory Committee Meetings & Risk & Control Committee Meetings, including providing insightful legal commentary and analysis for Regulatory Horizon Scanning
- Legal Partner for Marketing & Corporate Services: Serve as the primary legal advisor to the Marketing & Corporate Services function, offering strategic legal opinions, guidance on regulatory issues, and overseeing the preparation and finalization of legal documents for daily operations.
- Commercial Transactions: Expertly structure, negotiate, draft, and advise on significant commercial transactions, ensuring alignment with legal and strategic objectives.
- Lead the Compliance Agenda: In charge of compliance issues (standards of business conducts, contract management policy, etc.) for the Company, providing guidance on application of Group policies, procedures and governance
- Strategic Decision-Making: Actively contribute to problem-solving and decision-making across all business areas, leveraging legal expertise to support strategic goals.
- Litigation Management: Represent the company in litigation matters related to marketing & corporate services, managing legal risks and advocating for the company’s interests.
- Collaborative Support: Offer support and backup to other legal counsels within the department as required, ensuring a cohesive legal function.
People:
- To strive to promote an environment where people are encouraged to value continuous learning and focus on personal and team improvement in order to realize individual and team potential. Foster a winning environment through effective communication between employees and management.
- Playing an active role within function to build and sustain an effective ‘One Team’ concept, support an integrated capable high performing Legal Team.
- Development of Marketing & Corporate Services Team: Lead the development of the Marketing & Corporate Services team by facilitating development opportunities, ensuring the team is equipped with capabilities to tackle evolving legal challenges and support business objectives effectively.
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience working for law firms/consulting companies or in similar roles within multinational corporations.
- Bachelors Degree in Law or any related field from a recognized law university
- Experience of working in Manufacturing/Operations is a plus
Technical skills:
- In-depth understanding of the legal framework applicable to the tobacco industry
- Proficiency in commercial laws, including contract law, investment law, commercial laws, intellectual property law (trademark law), land law, banking law and labor law
- Familiarity with the taxation system & regulations of Vietnam
- A sound understanding of process of enactment of legislation
- Good understanding of commercial aspects
- Project management skill
- Good spoken and written English
Personal Attributes:
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Logical/strategic/analytical thinking
- Good organizational skills and time management
- Strong influencing and problem-solving skills; with the ability to work with peers and senior management, inspiring trust and confidence
- Independent working
What we offer you?
• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
• Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes
WHY JOIN BAT?
We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.
Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.
We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).
Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.