About the Position: Corporate Lawyer (Pasig)
Start Date: ASAP
Work Arrangement: Onsite in Pasig
Shift: 7:00 AM 4:00 PM Monday to Friday
Qualifications:
- Licensed lawyer registered with the Philippine Bar and in good standing
- Juris Doctor graduate
- Minimum of 10 years of experience working in a law firm including handling litigation cases
- At least 5 years in a senior management role
- Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
Responsibilities:
A. Legal Review and Recommendations
- Conduct detailed reviews of highly sensitive legal documents to ensure that statements terms obligations and other provisions do not harm the companys interests.
- Provide legal advice on critical matters referred by the Legal Department considering legal risks and possible outcomes.
- Identify potential risks threats and issues in existing documents and communications offering appropriate solutions or remedies.
B. Legal Consultation
- Offer advice and recommendations to department and business unit heads on legal matters related to corporate affairs labor relations conflict resolution and other legal implications.
C. Representation
- Act on behalf of the company in correspondence with external parties for high-stakes negotiations and conflict resolution.
- Lead or observe negotiations for significant contracts that involve legal risks.
- Represent the company in negotiations conflict resolution mediations court proceedings and arbitration coordinating with external lawyers as needed.