Position

We are currently looking to recruit a qualified candidate to join our Bangkok office as a Legal Adviser.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a multi-cultural environment with career development and personal growth opportunities.

Reports to: Managing Director, DFDL Thailand Partners, Senior Legal Advisers

Key external relationships: Clients

Salary range: Competitive commensurate with experience and qualifications

Position type: Full time: Monday to Friday - 9:00 a.m. to 18.00 p.m.

Location: Bangkok, Thailand ( BTS Chong Nonsi )

Job Description

As a Legal Adviser, you are expected to undertake the following activities and tasks:

  • Provide legal advice regarding M&A, corporate, commercial and foreign direct investment (FDI) matters. This may include conducting legal due diligence, legal research, drafting and negotiating transactional and corporate agreements, and liaising directly with clients.
  • Advise on corporate structuring, regulatory compliance, and FDI-related requirements, including applicable foreign ownership restrictions and licensing regimes.
  • Conduct legal research on various subjects.
  • Coordinate with the government authorities and communicate with team and client on updating progress of works.
  • Provide general legal assistance to other lawyers in the office and other tasks reasonably associated with the foregoing.


Essential skills & experience:

  • Bachelor degree of laws (LL.B.) and preferably a Master of laws (LL.M.)
  • 3-4 years' experience with international law firm or multinational company
  • Proficient in both spoken and written English
  • Strong practical knowledge of the Thai legal system
  • Able to work under pressure and time constraint
  • Be enthusiastic person and effective team member
  • Position will be based in Bangkok and may require occasional travel up-country


Contact Details

Applications should be submitted via apply now.

Website: www.dfdl.com

Applications should include a curriculum vitae or resume, educational transcripts and photo.

All applications and expressions of interest will be treated confidentially, being reviewed only by DFDL Senior Management and Human Resources team.

Please note that this position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed and processed on a rolling basis and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Experience required
  • any or no experience
Salary
  • Negotiable
Job function
  • Legal
Job type
  • Full-time

Company overview

Size:300 employees
Industry:Legal Services
Location:Bangkok
Website:http://www.dfdl.com
Founded in:1994

DFDL (Thailand) Ltd. was founded in the Mekong Region in 1994. We specialize in providing international standard legal services in Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Bangladesh, Singapore, Indonesia and Vietnam. DFDL has a team of over 300 staff, including 130+ lawyers and advisers, working close ... Read more

Why join us: At DFDL, we believe in fostering a collaborative and diverse environment where every team member can thrive. We offer equal career opportunities and value cross-cultural exchanges, with a female-led leadership team and a majority of female legal advisors. We are committed to supporting your professi ... Read more

Job location: Sathorn
Head office: Two Pacific Place, Suite 2100, 142 Sukhumvit Road,Klongtoey, Bangkok 10110
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