Legal Counsel, Vietnam

EDP Renewables APAC is the main subsidiary of EDP Group, a global leader in the renewable energy sector and one of the world’s largest wind producers. With its headquarters in Singapore, EDP Renewables is the leading sustainable development hub for the Asia Pacific region with activities across nine different markets. Our activities are focused on the design, development, management, and operation of renewable energy sources, namely solar, wind, as well as new technologies such as storage.

EDP is a global energy group leading the Energy Transition, Innovation and Sustainability. Using the technology of the future, we create solutions highly focused on the needs of our people and our customers, never neglecting our role and contributions to society. To achieve our goals, we aim to attract diverse people with high potential through the professional opportunities we create.

Join us to be part of a renewable energy leader that reinvests in society through sustainable projects and social as well as cultural causes. You will have the opportunity to actively participate in our global transformation, by changing tomorrow now.

Role Summary:

As a Legal Counsel, you will support all legal matters related to project development, commercial transactions, and compliance for the Company’s operating solar farm and operating solar rooftop assets in Vietnam. 

Responsibilities:

Legal Advisory

• Provide day-to-day legal advice on project development, investment, construction, commercial, permitting and regulatory issues in Vietnam.
• Monitor key legal and regulatory developments related to renewable energy across Vietnam.

Contractual Matters

• Draft, review, translate (in English/Vietnamese) and negotiate a variety of contracts including, without being limited to, ELAs, PPAs, EPC agreements, O&M agreements, lease or land agreements services agreements and other key commercial of financing documentation. This includes participation in and lead in negotiations with customers or other counterparties, as well as analysis of contracts to identify potential risks and liabilities.
• Provide support and advice related to various contractual issues to all concerned departments (Business Development, Engineering, Construction, Asset Management etc.).

Permitting & Regulatory Compliance

• Guide legal processes for obtaining project licenses, including but not limited to investment policy approvals, feasibility studies, master planning, construction permits, environmental approvals, land use approvals and certificates, and grid-connection agreements.
• Draft and review periodical reports, explanation reports, project-related letters, required documents for being granted the project's permit/licenses.
• Advise on compliance with Vietnamese investment, construction, electricity, and environmental laws, and support related applications.
• Engage as and if necessary, with authorities and regulatory bodies to facilitate approvals and keep statutory documentation up to date.

Corporate compliance

• Assist and liaise, where necessary, with corporate secretary (of any) or other stakeholders to ensure all entities in Vietnam comply with legal requirements for mandatory filings, board and shareholders meetings when required.
• Provide advice or support as may be necessary in relation to the above.

Risk Management, Dispute Prevention & Resolution

• Provide advice and support in litigation matters including contract disputes, property disputes and regulatory challenges; develop and implement strategies for dispute resolution; track all open matters and follow-up with the relevant person in charge to close such matters.
• In particular, identify legal risks early and develop mitigation strategies across project execution phases.
• In the event of disputes or claims (e.g., contractor performance, delays), coordinate internal strategy and engage external legal counsel.

Others

• Provide support for M&A opportunities, by working closely with in-house M&A Counsel and external counsel.
• Plan, implement, monitor and report on assigned tasks.
• Achieve the job targets and/or key performance indicators (KPIs) assigned by the Company from time to time.
• Liaise with internal teams and external counsel to ensure delivering high-quality legal services in a cost-effective manner.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Vietnamese Law.
• 5+ years of legal experience, combining law firm and/ in-house counsel roles, ideally with a focus on renewable energy, infrastructure, or major commercial projects.
• Proven experience with ELAs/PPAs, EPC/O&M contracts, permitting, and commercial legal negotiation in Vietnam.
• Strong understanding of Vietnamese legal and regulatory frameworks relevant to energy projects.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills in English; Vietnamese legal drafting skills essential.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

When you join EDP Renewables APAC, you will have access to: 

• Professional experience in a leading global company in the renewables industry with flexible work conditions  
• Recognition through remuneration compatible with the role and other additional benefits  
• Opportunities for personal and professional development, e.g. cross-cutting projects, mobilities and volunteering  
   

About EDP Group: 

As a socially responsible company, we incorporate our values and practices with the principles of Diversity and Inclusion. To achieve all our objectives, we intend to attract, develop and retain different profiles, assuming diversity as a key factor and differentiator of fundamental innovation in our organisation. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to the inclusion and sense of belonging of each person who is part of the EDP Group.  

What makes us proud as an employer:  

TOP Employer APAC, Singapore 2025 certification 

TOP Employer Europe 2025 certification  

Bloomberg Gender Equality Index 2021  

Top Workplaces US 2021  

Certification in Conciliation (Excellence) by the Más Familia Foundation 

Equal opportunities for all

Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

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As a top employer we:

Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;
Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;
Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;

• More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose;
• Discover our tips to enhance your performance during the recruitment process and apply until 19/5/2026 if you think you are the right fit for this opportunity.