Legal Advisor APAC - Ho Chi Minh Corporate Office

Job Description

We are looking for Legal Advisor APAC - Ho Chi Minh Corporate Office.

Main Responsibilities:

•    Drafting, negotiating and advising on the legal terms and conditions of lease, management or franchise agreements related to new hotel projects (Hotel Operation Contracts), hotel bars and restaurants (food and beverage outlets) or other hotel outlets; 
•    Drafting, negotiating and advising on the legal terms and conditions of letters of intent, memorandum of understanding, technical advisory service agreements, confidentiality agreements, and other contracts or documents related to new hotel project development.
•    Conducting legal due diligence process and support the Compliance department.
•    Providing legal advice regarding existing Hotel Operation Contracts or related matters, as well as any other legal query related to hotel management services.
•    Providing legal advice to other corporate departments, such as marketing, finance, owner relations, etc. 
•    Providing assistance and legal advice on corporate matters in Vietnam and Southeast Asia.
•    Coordinating with external off-counsels the provision of the above tasks for hotels or companies of the group located in other countries outside of Vietnam. 
•    Reporting to the Legal Director for the Asia Pacific region. 

What Are We Looking For? 
•    Lawyer with complete competence to practice in Vietnam, with a minimum of 5 years of professional experience in business or commercial law, ideally in the field of hotel management, at an international level. Previous experience in law firm is highly valued.
•    Proficiency in written and spoken legal English and Vietnamese.
•    Outstanding attention to detail when drafting and reviewing complex contracts in English and Vietnamese.
•    A team player who can communicate effectively with professionals from various disciplines and nationalities.
•    Highly motivated and capable of defending the interests of the Meliá Hotels International group in dealing with senior professionals of high rank and experience.
•    Ability to make critical decisions in uncertain circumstances and reach creative and sustainable agreements to mitigate risks.
•    A person who enjoys varied and demanding work and travelling punctually when required.
•    A professional eager to continue learning and developing their skills.
•    Candidates who live in Ho Chi Minh City (or are willing to relocate there) and have availability to travel. 

---