Head of Vietnam - International Law Firm

Hanoi
US$8,000 per year
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago
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An established international law firm is expanding into Vietnam and seeking to appoint a Head of Vietnam to lead the launch and development of its Hanoi office.This is a rare opportunity for a senior Vietnamese legal professional to build and lead the firm's Vietnam presence as its first in-country hire, with the backing of a highly regarded regional and global platform.The Head of Vietnam will be responsible for establishing, leading, and growing the firm's Vietnam operations. This is a strategic leadership role combining legal excellence, business development, regulatory oversight, and operational setup.Key responsibilities include:

Establishing and managing the firm's Hanoi office
Acting as the primary legal representative in Vietnam
Ensuring compliance with all local legal and regulatory requirements
Developing and executing market entry and growth strategies
Building and maintaining strong relationships with local and international clients
Driving business development initiatives and identifying new revenue opportunities
Recruiting, mentoring, and leading a high-performing local team over time
Collaborating closely with regional and international leadership

As the inaugural hire in Vietnam, this role requires an entrepreneurial mindset and the ability to operate independently while aligning with global firm standards.Establish and manage the firm's first office in VietnamDevelop and execute market entry and growth strategies

A qualified Vietnamese lawyer (mandatory) with a current practising certificate
A senior legal professional with substantial post-qualification experience
Ideally experienced in intellectual property law, corporate/commercial law, or cross-border legal services
Experienced in client relationship management and business development
Demonstrated leadership capability, with experience building or managing teams preferred
Commercially astute, strategic, and capable of operating at executive level
Fluent in Vietnamese and English

An established professional firm that specializes in helping businesses protect and manage their intellectual property. The organisation works with patents, trademarks, and related legal rights, supporting clients ranging from startups to large multinational companies across various industries.Ready to take the lead? Apply via the link below or contact me directly for a confidential discussion.

Michael Page