Legal Assistant (47738) - Greenhills, Mandaluyong

Qualifications :

• Education : Law school graduate (including those preparing for or awaiting Bar Exam results) from a recognized school in the Philippines.
• 1-2 years of relevant work experience in a corporate legal department, law firm, or regulatory agency. Internships and part-time roles will be strongly considered.
• Knowledge : A strong foundational understanding of contract law, corporate law, and regulatory compliance.
• Language Skills : High proficiency in both English and Filipino (written and verbal).
• Experience in the financial services or non-bank financial sector is a significant advantage.
• Familiarity with legal document management systems.

Core Skills :

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Excellent attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage deadlines effectively.

Proven integrity and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Contract Management :

Draft, review, and assist in the negotiation of various agreements (e.g., loan agreements, NDAs, service contracts).

Maintain and organize legal documents, templates, and a master list of contracts.

Regulatory Compliance :

Assist in preparing and filing documents required by regulatory agencies (SEC, BIR, AMLC, etc.).

Monitor the latest developments in relevant laws and regulations and share key updates internally.

Support the implementation of internal policies related to Data Privacy, Corporate Governance, and Anti-Money Laundering (AMLA).

Corporate Legal & General Support :

Maintain official corporate records, such as Minutes of the Board of Directors' Meetings.

Serve as a legal point of contact for inquiries from other departments (HR, Finance, Operations, etc.).

Coordinate with external legal counsel on litigation, legal opinions, and other matters.