Principal, Legal Counsel (Logistics)

What You Will Do

• Legal & Regulatory Strategy
  Monitor and analyze regulatory developments in Taiwan that impact Coupang Logistics Service (CLS), including transportation, labor and other relevant areas. Assess proposed changes, interpret legal implications, and proactively communicate impacts and recommended implementation steps to business teams, compliance, and other stakeholders. Provide guidance on implementation issues as needed.
• Business Support & Development
  Provide legal support for CLS’s strategic initiatives, including new service models, operational enhancements, and partnerships. Advise on legal risks and ensure alignment with company objectives.
• Contract Management
  Draft, review, negotiate, and amend contracts related to logistics assets and operations, including services, procurement, insurance, and carrier agreements. Offer guidance on standard agreements and terms to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
• Dispute Resolution
  Manage and resolve disputes arising from logistics transactions, including fact-finding, legal analysis, and development of countermeasures. Seek constructive solutions that protect Coupang’s brand and business interests.
• Governance & Compliance
  Support governance initiatives to manage legal and regulatory risk effectively. Assist in building and maintaining compliance frameworks for logistics operations in accordance with Taiwanese laws and company standards.
• General Legal Support
  Provide professional legal advice to key stakeholders across functions, including compliance, government relations, operations and other key stakeholders ensuring timely and practical solutions.

Basic Qualifications

• Licensed attorney in Taiwan, or a foreign‑qualified lawyer with substantial experience practicing in Taiwan.
• Minimum of 5 years of post‑qualification legal experience, including experience either in a law firm or as in‑house counsel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Language Skills: Fluency in Mandarin; strong proficiency in English is preferred.
• Professional Experience: A combination of law firm and in-house legal experience; prior tenure with a leading law firm or a large corporation is highly preferred.
• Industry Knowledge: Solid understanding of fulfillment services, logistics, and e‑commerce operations; experience in labor and employment law is an advantage.
• Analytical & Communication Skills: Exceptional ability to analyze complex legal issues and communicate clearly and concisely to non‑specialists, both in writing and verbally.
• Problem‑Solving & Judgment: Demonstrated sound judgment in developing and implementing practical, business‑oriented legal solutions that balance growth and risk in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment.
• Adaptability & Initiative: A self‑starter who thrives in dynamic settings, takes ownership, and proactively identifies and resolves issues.
• Collaboration: Strong ability to engage and collaborate effectively with cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage workload through careful prioritization while maintaining professionalism under pressure.

Recruitment Process

• Application Review - Phone Interview - Onsite (or Virtual Onsite) Interview – Offer
• The exact nature of the recruitment process may vary according to the specific job and may be changed due to scheduling or other circumstances.
• Interview schedules and the results will be informed to the applicant via the e-mail address submitted at the application stage.

Details to Consider

• This job posting may be closed prior to the stated end date for application if all openings are filled.
• Coupang has the right to rescind an offer of employment if a candidate is found to have submitted false information as part of the application process.
• Those eligible for employment protection (recipients of veteran’s benefits, the disabled, etc.) may receive preferential treatment for employment in accordance with applicable laws.