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GSM - Xanh SM · 7 hours ago

Legal Director

GSM - Xanh SM is seeking a Legal Director for the US Market to lead all legal affairs, regulatory compliance, and governance matters. This role involves providing strategic legal advice, ensuring compliance with US regulations, and managing legal documentation while developing the US Legal team.

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Alex Nguyen
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Responsibilities

Provide strategic legal advice and consultation to the Board of Management and senior leadership on all legal, regulatory, and compliance matters related to US operations
Anticipate legal risks and proactively propose solutions to support business expansion, market entry, and operational scaling
Interpret, draft, review, and evaluate US and local regulations, laws, policies, internal rules, and governance documents applicable to GSM’s business
Ensure full compliance with US regulatory frameworks, including but not limited to transportation, mobility services, labor law, data protection (GDPR), competition law, ESG, and consumer protection
Design, maintain, and monitor legal compliance checklists for each US market
Oversee the drafting, negotiation, and review of commercial contracts, partnerships, vendor agreements, and operational legal documents
Ensure all contracts align with company strategy, risk appetite, and regulatory requirements
Lead and develop the US Legal team, setting clear standards, workflows, and performance expectations
Update legal documents and conduct legal training / awareness programs for employees to enhance legal compliance and risk awareness across the organization
Act as the central point of contact with external law firms, regulators, and authorities in US markets
Continuously monitor regulatory changes and legal developments in US markets that may impact GSM’s operations
Assess legal risks related to new business models, products, or market expansion and provide mitigation strategies

Qualification

Legal StrategyRegulatory ComplianceContract ManagementRisk ManagementCorporate GovernanceUS Regulatory ExperienceBusiness AcumenLeadershipStrategic Mindset

Required

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Law
10+ years of legal experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role (Legal Director / Head of Legal / Regional Legal Lead)
Strong experience in US regulatory environments, preferably within mobility, transportation, ride-hailing, logistics, energy, or tech-enabled service industries
Solid expertise in regulatory compliance, corporate governance, commercial contracts, and risk management
Proven ability to operate at Board and executive level, with strong business acumen and strategic mindset

Company

GSM - Xanh SM

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GSM is an innovative technology firm that offers Vietnam's premier all-electric multi-service platform.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
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