Legal Counsel

Full Onsite

Key Responsibilities:

A. Legal Advisory & Compliance

Provide legal advice on corporate, regulatory, and operational matters.

Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.

Monitor legal and regulatory developments and assess their impact on the Company.

Develop and implement compliance programs to mitigate legal risks.

B. Contract Management

Draft, review, negotiate, and manage contracts, agreements, MOUs, and other legal documents.

Ensure contracts protect the Company’s interests and comply with internal policies.

Maintain and update legal document repositories, including renewals and amendments.

C. Risk & Litigation Management

Identify and mitigate legal and compliance risks.

Conduct internal audits and investigations as needed.

Handle dispute resolution matters and oversee litigation, mediation, and arbitration proceedings.

Coordinate with external legal counsel and provide updates to management on case developments.

D. Corporate Governance

Assist in developing and maintaining corporate policies, resolutions, and governance documents.

Support board meetings and ensure compliance with governance requirements.

Advise on shareholder and other corporate governance matters.

E. Mergers, Acquisitions & Strategic Transactions

Provide legal support for mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and related transactions.

Conduct due diligence, review transaction documents, and assist in deal structuring.

Draft and negotiate transaction agreements and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.

F. Employee & Stakeholder Support

Provide legal guidance and training to employees on compliance and legal matters.

Address legal concerns related to contracts, workplace policies, and business operations.

Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve legal issues effectively.

G. Regulatory Liasons

Serve as the Company’s liaison with government agencies and regulatory bodies.

Prepare, submit, and manage required regulatory filings, reports, and documentation.

Respond to regulatory inquiries, inspections, and compliance requirements.

H. Legal Research & Other Duties

Conduct legal research and provide recommendations on emerging legal issues.

Stay current with legal, regulatory, and industry developments.

Perform other legal and special-project duties as assigned by management to support business objectives.

I. Other Legal-related Tasks

Perform other legal-related tasks or responsibilities as directed by the VP for Business Development or other executives.

Support special projects, campaigns, or initiatives as required to achieve business objectives.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) or Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and a member of the Philippine Bar.

At least 3-5 years of relevant experience in corporate or financial law, preferably in the lending, banking, or financial services industry.

Proven expertise in contract drafting, review, and negotiation.

Experience in regulatory compliance, litigation, and corporate governance.

Strong understanding of Philippine laws, particularly in lending, banking, securities, and data privacy regulations.

Familiarity with labor laws, taxation, and intellectual property is an advantage.

Proficiency in drafting legal documents and communicating complex legal matters effectively.