Legal Officer  

We are looking for a knowledgeable lawyer that should be familiar with the corporate laws of regulations of our industry. The Legal Officer's role is to ensure that our operations and processes adhere to all relevant legal and internal regulations. Candidates should have both a strong legal understanding and an ability to understand and optimize for business goals and requirements. If you are a person who is enthusiastic about event/creative industries and finds it exciting to be part of such an innovative field, we would love to meet you! We are a fast-paced team and we are looking for individuals who bring a high level of intelligence and enthusiasm to the table.

Responsibilities

• Legal Compliance: Ensure that the company's operations, policies, and procedures comply with relevant laws and regulations. This may include areas such as labor laws, intellectual property rights, data protection laws, industry-specific regulations, and Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures. Review and verify KYC documents provided by clients and counterparties to ensure compliance with legal requirements.
• Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements with clients, vendors, partners, and other parties. Ensure that contracts are legally sound and protect the interests of the company.
• Risk Management: Identify potential legal risks and liabilities faced by the company and develop strategies to mitigate them. Provide guidance to management on legal issues affecting business decisions.
• Legal Research: Conduct legal research on various topics relevant to the company's business activities. Stay updated on changes in laws and regulations that may impact the company.
• Dispute Resolution: Assist in resolving disputes, including litigation, arbitration, mediation, and negotiation.
• Corporate Governance: Ensure compliance with corporate governance requirements and advise management and the board of directors on corporate governance matters.
• Regulatory Compliance: Monitor changes in regulations relevant to the company's industry and operations. Develop and implement compliance programs to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Documentation and Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date legal documentation, including contracts, agreements, corporate records, and regulatory filings.

• Candidates must have earned a degree of Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or a Juris Doctor (J.D.)

• At least 2-3 years of experience in corporate law.

• We’re open to considering candidates with less experience. What matters most to us is intelligence, energy, and enthusiasm.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate legal concepts in clear and concise language.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation
• WFH setup - mostly remote with periodic meetings in our Makati office.
• Work computer/Laptop
• Medical/Health insurance
• Paid vacation/sick leave
• Dayshift - Monday to Friday