Legal & Compliance Intern

Share Knowledge, Empower the World

Arches is a global platform for expert knowledge, strategic solutions, and talent, with a particular strength in Asia. We connect people and insights to help organizations make better decisions and drive real impact. At Arches, titles don't drive us, purpose does. We empower ambitious professionals to grow fast and work globally with the flexibility to thrive in their own way.

Since 2019, we’ve grown 6× to become a global knowledge platform connecting 160,000+ experts across industries. With offices in 8 cities and a team of ambitious professionals from 15+ nationalities, we help the world’s top consulting firms, investors, and Fortune 500 companies make smarter decisions.

Backed by $6M+ funding and cutting-edge technology, we’re scaling faster than ever — and there’s space for bold talent to grow with us.

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ROLE OVERVIEW

As a Legal & Compliance Intern/Associate , you will support the enforcement of compliance policies and help safeguard Arches' operations and expert engagements. This role offers hands-on experience with global compliance practices and legal operations in a fast-paced, cross-border business environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Compliance & Screening

• Learn and apply Arches' compliance policies across internal and client-facing operations.
• Conduct background checks on experts and companies using third-party tools.
• Assist in maintaining the Do Not Contact (DNC) list and updating client-specific compliance requirements.

Cross-Team & Operational Support

• Provide basic compliance guidance to the Operations team under supervision.
• Notify internal stakeholders (eg, Account Leads) of updates or potential risks.
• Support documentation of compliance practices and case records.

Process & System Support

• Input and maintain compliance-related data on internal systems.
• Collaborate with teams to identify process gaps and improvement opportunities.
• Stay updated on internal policy changes and assist with knowledge sharing.

REQUIREMENTS

• Final-year law student or recent graduate available for a full-time position for 6 months.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn legal/compliance processes.
• Good communication skills in English (written and verbal).
• Familiarity with legal research or regulatory standards is a plus.
• You are strongly motivated to grow your career in Legal and Compliance.
• You have the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.

BENEFITS

• Competitive internship allowance.
• Exposure to international compliance and legal operations.
• Hybrid work mode with engaging team culture and cross-functional learning.
• Opportunity for full-time conversion upon successful internship completion.
• Thrive in a global work culture at our Ho Chi Minh City headquarters, alongside team members from 12+ nationalities.

Arches is more than a company - it's a movement to democratize expertise. We're building a future where knowledge is accessible to all, and you can be a driving force in this transformation. Join our team of passionate professionals, backed by visionary investors, and make your mark on the global stage!