Legal Manager

Oversee and manage legal risk across AIDC Group's multi-sector operations in Laos — infrastructure development, renewable energy, agriculture, and international trading.

As Legal Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing, managing and mitigating legal risk for AIDC Group's multi-sector operations in Lao PDR. We're seeking a highly qualified Thai legal professional with expertise in commercial law, cross-border investment contracts (FDI) and regulatory compliance to ensure the company's business activities are legally sound and seamlessly executed.

What you will do

• Draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements in English and Thai — Joint Venture Agreements, Power Purchase Agreements (PPA), EPC contracts, Concession Agreements and Loan/Credit Agreements with financial institutions
• Provide strategic legal counsel to senior executive management and operational departments on corporate law, foreign investment regulations, labor law and tax implications
• Ensure full compliance of AIDC Group's operations with local laws, corporate governance standards and international regulations
• Collaborate with and manage external legal firms in Thailand, Laos and internationally for complex transactions, litigation or specialized legal matters
• Conduct risk assessments for new project developments, propose legal risk mitigation strategies, and manage dispute resolution, mediation or arbitration as necessary

What we look for

• Thai national, willing to relocate to Vientiane, Lao PDR
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Law (LL.B./LL.M.)
• 5–8+ years of experience in corporate in-house legal or a reputable law firm
• Direct experience in infrastructure, construction, renewable energy, cross-border investment or international trading
• Excellent command of business & legal English — contract drafting, negotiation and high-level business communication

Nice to have

• Thai Attorney License or Lawyer License
• Strong negotiation, analytical and critical-thinking skills with high attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a cross-cultural environment