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
Coupang is seeking a highly professional and driven Legal Counsel to join our team and support the rapid growth of our logistics operations in Taiwan, helping us meet evolving customer needs to wow our customers. This role is pivotal to Coupang Logistics Service (CLS), providing expert legal guidance to ensure compliance and manage risk in a dynamic, fast paced environment. You will collaborate closely with cross functional teams to facilitate the seamless integration of logistics assets—including fulfillment centers and transportation networks—and take ownership of the legal work associated with major strategic initiatives.
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.
Skills Required
- Licensed attorney in Taiwan, or foreign-qualified lawyer with substantial experience practicing in Taiwan
- At least 5 years of post-qualification legal experience in a law firm or in-house counsel role
- Fluency in Mandarin
- Strong proficiency in English
- Combination of law firm and in-house legal experience
- Experience with fulfillment services, logistics, and e-commerce operations
- Experience in labor and employment law
- Ability to analyze complex legal issues and communicate clearly to non-specialists
- Sound judgment and ability to develop practical, business-oriented legal solutions
- Ability to work independently, take ownership, and proactively resolve issues
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
- Ability to prioritize workload and maintain professionalism under pressure
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Coupang Insights
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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