Principal Legal Counsel (Litigation and Investigations)

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Taipei City, TWN
In-Office
Senior level
eCommerce
Building the future of eCommerce. We push the boundaries of what’s possible to solve problems!
The Role
Manage civil and criminal litigation involving intellectual property, consumer protection, and labor disputes. Lead sensitive internal investigations into fraud, corruption, workplace misconduct, and trade secret misappropriation. Review and draft commercial contracts, advise senior management on legal risks, partner with outside counsel, and improve investigation protocols and dispute-prevention practices.
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Company Introduction  

Coupang is reimagining the shopping experience with the goal of wowing each customer from the instant they open the Coupang app to the moment an order is delivered to their door.  
 
Our services in Taiwan include “Rocket Delivery” which offers next-day delivery for a wide selection of items at affordable prices, “Rocket Oversea” which offers free international delivery on millions of best-selling products from Korea, the U.S., and beyond. 

We are looking for talents to help us lead Coupang’s expansion in Taiwan. This is an exceptional opportunity to become a part of Coupang’s growth in Taiwan and create a world where our customers wonder, “How did I ever live without Coupang?”   

  

Role Overview  

We are seeking an experienced Litigation & Investigations Lawyer to oversee our legal disputes and lead internal investigation projects. This role focuses on managing general civil and criminal litigation (with an emphasis on IPR, consumer disputes, and labor laws), conducting sensitive internal investigations (including fraud, workplace harassment/bullying, and trade secret leaks), and providing general commercial contract support.

  

What You Will Do 

  • Litigation Management: Manage and handle civil and criminal litigation cases, focusing on Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), consumer protection disputes, and labor disputes. Partner with outside counsel when necessary.
  • Internal Investigations: Lead and execute corporate internal investigations, including corporate fraud/corruption, workplace misconduct (sexual harassment, workplace bullying), and trade secret misappropriation.

  • Contract Review & Legal Advisory: Review and draft complex commercial contracts to mitigate legal risks and support business initiatives.

  • Compliance & Risk Mitigation: Develop and improve internal investigation protocols and provide actionable advice to senior management on dispute prevention.

  

Basic Qualifications  

  • Minimum 8+ years of experience in litigation.
  • Minimum 4+ years of experience at a law firm is required.
  • Strong knowledge of court and prosecutor's office procedures, with hands-on experience managing litigation matters and appearing in court.
  • Excellent cross-functional communication and collaboration skills.

  

Recruitment Process  

  • Application Review - Job Fit Interview - Focus 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. 

  

Skills Required

  • Minimum 8 years of litigation experience
  • Minimum 4 years of experience at a law firm
  • Strong knowledge of court and prosecutor's office procedures
  • Hands-on experience managing litigation matters and appearing in court
  • Excellent cross-functional communication and collaboration skills

Coupang Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Coupang and has not been reviewed or approved by Coupang.

  • Healthcare Strength — Benefits are described as robust, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, mental health, and transgender healthcare. Some locations also offer on-site or virtual health screenings that enhance preventive care access.
  • Retirement Support — Financial programs include a 401(k) with company matching and an employee stock purchase plan alongside performance bonuses. Feedback suggests these elements provide a structured foundation for long-term savings and wealth building.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off is described as generous with accrual increasing with tenure, complemented by company-paid holidays and parental leave. Flexible work arrangements in some roles further support time away when needed.

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The Company
HQ: Hanyang
70,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2010

What We Do

We exist to wow our customers. We know we’re doing the right thing when we hear our customers say, “How did we ever live without Coupang?” Born out of an obsession to make shopping, eating, and living easier than ever, we’re collectively disrupting the multi-billion-dollar e-commerce industry from the ground up. We are one of the fastest-growing e-commerce companies that established an unparalleled reputation for being a dominant and reliable force in South Korean commerce. We are proud to have the best of both worlds — a startup culture with the resources of a large global public company. This fuels us to continue our growth and launch new services at the speed we have been since our inception. We are all entrepreneurial, surrounded by opportunities to drive new initiatives and innovations. At our core, we are bold and ambitious people that like to get our hands dirty and make a hands-on impact. At Coupang, you will see yourself, your colleagues, your team, and the company grow every day. Our mission to build the future of commerce is real. We push the boundaries of what’s possible to solve problems and break traditional tradeoffs. Join Coupang now to create an epic experience in this always-on, high-tech, and hyper-connected world.

Why Work With Us

We are proud to have the best of both worlds — a startup culture with the resources of a large global public company. This fuels us to continue our growth and launch new services at the speed we have been since our inception. At our core, we are bold and ambitious people that like to get our hands dirty and make a hands-on impact.

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