INT-5BA3444 | ASSOCIATE LEGAL COUNSEL

Key Responsibilities Corporate and Commercial Legal Support Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including service agreements, NDAs, leases, referrals, and vendor contracts. Conduct legal due diligence and contract risk assessments; flag issues and propose legally sound and commercially practical solutions. Assist in structuring transactions and provide contract interpretations to internal stakeholders. Corporate Governance and Housekeeping Support corporate housekeeping requirements of the Company and its local and foreign affiliates, including the preparation of board and shareholder resolutions, secretary’s certificates, and related documents. Assist in maintaining corporate records, statutory books, and governance documentation. Regulatory Compliance Assist with government and regulatory filings (e.g., SEC, local government units, PEZA/BOI, and other regulatory bodies, as applicable). Monitor compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including corporate, labor, data privacy, and business regulations. Support internal compliance initiatives and audits. Legal Research and Advisory Conduct legal research on Philippine and relevant foreign laws, rules, and regulations affecting the business. Prepare legal memoranda, position papers, and internal advisories on legal and regulatory issues. Assist senior counsel in handling disputes, claims, demand letters, and coordination with external counsel. Stakeholder Support and Coordination Work closely with business units (Sales, HR, Finance, Operations, and Management) to provide timely and practical legal guidance. Coordinate with external counsel, regulators, and counterparties, as required. Participate in meetings and discussions to provide legal inputs and ensure alignment with company policies and risk appetite. Other Duties Support knowledge management, legal process improvements, and internal legal training initiatives. Perform other legal and compliance-related tasks that may be assigned from time to time. HR to provide Key Responsibilities Corporate and Commercial Legal Support Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including service agreements, NDAs, leases, referrals, and vendor contracts. Conduct legal due diligence and contract risk assessments; flag issues and propose legally sound and commercially practical solutions. Assist in structuring transactions and provide contract interpretations to internal stakeholders. Corporate Governance and Housekeeping Support corporate housekeeping requirements of the Company and its local and foreign affiliates, including the preparation of board and shareholder resolutions, secretary’s certificates, and related documents. Assist in maintaining corporate records, statutory books, and governance documentation. Regulatory Compliance Assist with government and regulatory filings (e.g., SEC, local government units, PEZA/BOI, and other regulatory bodies, as applicable). Monitor compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including corporate, labor, data privacy, and business regulations. Support internal compliance initiatives and audits. Legal Research and Advisory Conduct legal research on Philippine and relevant foreign laws, rules, and regulations affecting the business. Prepare legal memoranda, position papers, and internal advisories on legal and regulatory issues. Assist senior counsel in handling disputes, claims, demand letters, and coordination with external counsel. Stakeholder Support and Coordination Work closely with business units (Sales, HR, Finance, Operations, and Management) to provide timely and practical legal guidance. Coordinate with external counsel, regulators, and counterparties, as required. Participate in meetings and discussions to provide legal inputs and ensure alignment with company policies and risk appetite. Other Duties Support knowledge management, legal process improvements, and internal legal training initiatives. Perform other legal and compliance-related tasks that may be assigned from time to time. Experience At least 2–5 years of relevant legal experience in corporate, commercial, or regulatory law, gained from a law firm and/or in-house legal department. Experience in contract review, corporate housekeeping, and regulatory compliance is required. Exposure to cross-border or multinational operations is an advantage. Skills and Competencies Strong drafting, negotiation, and legal research skills. Solid understanding of Philippine corporate and commercial laws; working knowledge of labor and data privacy laws is preferred. High attention to detail with the ability to spot legal and commercial risks. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to manage multiple matters, meet deadlines, and work independently with minimal supervision. Professional judgment, discretion, and a high level of integrity. Experience At least 2–5 years of relevant legal experience in corporate, commercial, or regulatory law, gained from a law firm and/or in-house legal department. Experience in contract review, corporate housekeeping, and regulatory compliance is required. Exposure to cross-border or multinational operations is an advantage. Skills and Competencies Strong drafting, negotiation, and legal research skills. Solid understanding of Philippine corporate and commercial laws; working knowledge of labor and data privacy laws is preferred. High attention to detail with the ability to spot legal and commercial risks. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to manage multiple matters, meet deadlines, and work independently with minimal supervision. Professional judgment, discretion, and a high level of integrity. Originally posted on Himalayas