Associate Legal Counsel

RLC Residences; Pasig; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

RLC Residences is seeking an Associate Legal Counsel to support the Head of the Legal Department in managing legal and operational matters. You will review contracts, draft legal documents, and conduct research to ensure regulatory compliance for property transactions.

The role requires a law degree, Philippine Bar admission, and strong communication skills. Onsite work in Ortigas, Pasig is expected, with opportunities to contribute to governance and regulatory filings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Bar examination passed in the Philippines and a member of the Integrated Bar in good standing is required.
• Experience in Property/Real Estate is a plus but not required.
• Excellent communication skills are a must.
• Willing to work onsite in Ortigas, Pasig.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head of Legal in addressing legal and operational issues affecting the company.
• Review, revise, or draft contracts, agreements, and legal documents from different departments.
• Conduct legal research to ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Prepare legal pleadings and represent the company in courts, quasi-judicial agencies, and administrative bodies.
• Perform legal due diligence for property acquisitions and real estate transactions.
• Address and manage legal issues related to buyer concerns, complaints, or disputes.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to provide legal guidance on company policies and initiatives.
• Support corporate governance and documentation, including board resolutions and regulatory filings.

Skills

Legal drafting

Legal research

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Associate Legal Counsel provides critical support to the Head of the Legal Department in managing legal and operational matters of the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Head of Legal in addressing legal and operational issues affecting the company.
• Review, revise, or draft contracts, agreements, and legal documents submitted by different departments.
• Conduct legal research to ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Prepare legal pleadings and represent the company in courts, quasi-judicial agencies, and administrative bodies.
• Perform legal due diligence for property acquisitions and real estate transactions.
• Address and manage legal issues related to buyer concerns, complaints, or disputes.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to provide legal guidance on company policies and initiatives.
• Support corporate governance and documentation, including board resolutions and regulatory filings.

Qualifications:

• Must possess at least a Bachelor's/College Degree.
• Must have passed the Philippine Bar Examination and is a member of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines in good standing.
• With experience specializing in Property/Real Estate or equivalent is a definite advantage, but not required.
• Must have excellent communication skills.
• Willing to work onsite in Ortigas, Pasig.