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Senior Manager, LegalAsiaPeopleSearch Inc. • Taguig, Metro Manila, Philippines
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Senior Manager, Legal

Senior Manager, Legal

AsiaPeopleSearch Inc. • Taguig, Metro Manila, Philippines
2 days ago
Job description

KEY RESULT AREAS

Operational Excellence, Legal & Risk

  • Oversee the company's in-house legal operations, provide counsel on various legal matters like contracts, compliance litigation, and risk management to ensure the business operates within legal boundaries and aligns with its strategic goals
  • Ensure the organization adheres to all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
  • Review and manage contracts, negotiate terms, and ensure that stakeholders comply with legal requirements.
  • Support corporate counsel in various business transactions and ensure compliance with corporate and industry regulations.
  • Develop risk control and management strategies to reduce the financial and legal impact on the business.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with external law firms and other legal advisors.
  • Manage the legal department's budget, staff, and operations, ensuring efficient workflows and collaboration with other departments.
  • Create and implement legal policies, procedures, and documents to safeguard the company's legal interests.
  • Manage litigation and dispute resolution matters, representing the company in legal proceedings when necessary.

Special Projects

  • Lead and deliver cross‑functional projects that strengthen business performance and support corporate growth.
  • Partner with leadership and lead projects in areas such as :
  • Corporate development – into new markets, new business models, or strategic partnerships.

  • Operational excellence – process improvement, cost optimization, or digital transformation initiatives.
  • Business strategy execution – tracking KPIs, analyzing trends, and ensuring align with long‑term strategic goals.
  • M&A support and integration – evaluating opportunities, supporting due diligence, and driving post‑merger execution.
  • Act as a project owner for critical initiatives, ensuring milestones are achieved and results are measurable.
  • Collaborate with finance, operations, and commercial teams to assess ROI, manage risks, and create sustainable business value.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to enable project success.
  • People Engagement and Development

  • Models servant leadership and integrates biblical values across teams.
  • Inspires coordination and collaboration within the team and other departments.
  • Supports Team Member growth through training and mentoring aligned with legal and internal audit objectives.
  • WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

  • Experience : 8–10 years’ experience in legal, compliance, internal audit, or risk management roles
  • Extensive knowledge of corporate, labor, tax, and commercial law
  • Strong understanding of business contracts, regulatory frameworks, and compliance processes; proficient in legal research and contract drafting.
  • Experience in retail, F&B, or franchising environments is highly preferred.
  • Leadership : Proven ability to lead cross‑functional initiatives and manage diverse stakeholders.
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