Senior Officer, Legal & Compliance

BRITISH UNIVERSITY VIETNAM (BUV)

British University Vietnam (BUV) is the first and only international university in Vietnam to directly award British degrees from the prestigious University of London and other UK universities. BUV is rated a 5 Star university of excellence by the world recognised QS accreditor and is also recognised with a University-wide accreditation from the UK’s Quality Assurance Agency (QAA).

BUV has three main brand drivers:

• Offering accredited British and international higher education and training in Vietnam.
• Providing 5-star university campuses, learning spaces, and services.
• Including a Personal and Social Growth (PSG) Program that prepares students for the future of life and work.

Established in 2009, BUV provides teaching for both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Employability rates for students are exceptionally high with 100% of graduates from BUV either employed or continuing higher education within 3 months after graduation.

Students study at BUV’s award winning campus in the Ecopark township near Hanoi. With its state-of-the-art teaching and learning facilities and an iconic design, BUV is recognised as one of the best educational environments in Southeast Asia.

POSITION PURPOSE

To support the legal and compliance functions by providing legal research and opinion, drafting, contract review, and regulatory compliance support. The Senior Officer will take on more complex assignments, assist in risk assessments, and act as a key point of contact for internal departments on legal and compliance matters.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

 Legal

• Draft, review, and revise contracts, MOUs, and other legal documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws and BUV internal policies.
• Conduct legal research and provide summaries and recommendations on relevant laws and regulations.
• Assist in preparing and managing legal matters related to corporate governance, licensing, and regulatory filings & administration works.
• Coordinate with external legal counsel for specific legal issues or litigation support when required.
• Support the Senior Manager in legal due diligence, particularly in investment or M&A projects.
• Other tasks assigned by the direct report.

Compliance

• Monitor regulatory changes and ensure the company’s policies and procedures remain compliant with applicable laws and industry standards.
• Support the implementation of compliance programs (e.g. anti-bribery, whistleblowing, data privacy).
• Conduct compliance checks and support internal audits, reporting findings and assisting with corrective actions.
• Prepare compliance training materials and participate in staff training sessions.
• Prepare draft reports on investment, on investment project assessment, MOET reports and other reports in accordance with Vietnamese regulations.
• Other tasks assigned by the direct report.

Coordination and Reporting

• Serve as a liaison between the Legal & Compliance department and other business units to ensure legal and regulatory compliance in day-to-day operations.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and updates on legal and compliance matters to management.
• Support the development and maintenance of the company’s legal and compliance documentation systems.
• Other tasks assigned by the direct report.

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS

COMPETENCIES (knowledge, skills, and abilities)

• Strong knowledge of contract law, corporate law, and compliance frameworks.
• Excellent legal drafting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills in English and Vietnamese (or other relevant languages).
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong sense of ethics and confidentiality.

 Essential 

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (mandatory); legal practice certificate or additional compliance certification is a plus.
• Minimum 2–3 years of relevant experience in legal and/or compliance roles.
• Prior experience in a regulated industry or multinational company is preferred.
• Good English and Vietnameses verbal and written communication skills

Desirable

• Legal practice certificate or additional compliance certification is a plus.
• Master degree in law.

 COMPETENCIES  (behavioural)

• Planning & organising
• Accountability
• Resilience and Adaptability
• Proactive mindset
• Critical thinking
• Collaboration and Teamwork
• Effective Communication
• Integrity and Ethics

Desirable 

• Creative thinking & innovation
• Problem solving & decision making
• Continuous Learning

BENEFITS

• Highly competitive salary package (plus benefits) depending on qualifications/experience;
• 13th month Tet bonus (Vietnamese candidates);
• Annual cost of living adjustment;
• Annual salary increases and bonuses based on performance;
• Recognition & awards programmes;
• 20 days annual leave, plus Xmas closure, public holidays and 5 days paid sick leave;
• Healthcare plan (Private accident, medical, and dental insurance, including annual health checks);
• Education support for staff, spouse and children;
• Transportation support;
• Business travel insurance;
• Various staff events throughout the year (outings, year-end party, sports activities and other events);
• Onsite fitness and sports centre;
• Opportunity to work within a professional and multicultural environment.

Interested candidates should prepare an up-to-date CV and application letter indicating for which position you are applying. Please then select SUBMIT YOUR CV button on our JOBS AT BUV webpage or email to hr@buv.edu.vn. We will invite short-listed candidates for interviews. Recruitment will remain open until the position is filled.

Important Notice:

To strengthen communication and protect candidates from increasingly complex fraud risks, please note that BUV will never request any fees or payments during the recruitment process. Be cautious of scams that ask for money to apply.

The Human Resources Department (HRD) of BUV only uses the official email address hr@buv.edu.vn. If you are ever unsure about the authenticity of any information or request, kindly contact HRD at hr@buv.edu.vn or by phone at +84 2216 250 250 during office hours for verification and support.

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