Associate Legal Counsel | Hybrid

KMC Solutions; Taguig; Hybrid; PHP 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work setup

Competitive salary and benefits

HMO + free dependent

Access to KMC pantry

Job summary

KMC Solutions is seeking an Associate Legal Counsel to join its Legal and Compliance team in the Philippines. The role covers civil and labor matters, visa/immigration, contracts, and corporate housekeeping, with engagements with BI, PRA, DOLE, and PEZA.

The ideal candidate is a Philippine Bar member with 2–3 years of post-admission experience, strong labor law knowledge, and solid contract skills. Hybrid work setup and competitive compensation are offered.

Qualifications

• Must be a member of the Philippine Bar in good standing.
• 2–3 years of relevant legal experience after admission to the Bar.
• Experience handling civil, labor, and litigation matters.
• Strong working knowledge of Philippine labor laws and managing labor relations.

Responsibilities

• Handle civil, labor, collection, demand, and other cases/matters from start to resolution.
• Manage labor relations concerns, including employee disputes and disciplinary matters.
• Oversee visa and immigration processes for foreign employees and stakeholders.
• Provide support in BI, PRA, DOLE, and PEZA engagements.
• Review, draft, and negotiate contracts and commercial agreements.
• Handle incorporation of new entities and corporate housekeeping.

Skills

Bar Admission

Civil & Labor Law

Immigration Law

Contract Review

Corporate Governance

Litigation Experience

Job description

KMC COMMUNITY, INC. ("KMC Group" or the "Company") is hiring an Associate Legal Counsel to be part of our growing Legal and Compliance team. The role encompasses various legal matters involving the KMC Group, including, but not limited to, civil and labor cases. The successful candidate will also be responsible for handling visa and immigration matters, including direct engagements with the Bureau of Immigration ("BI"), the Philippine Retirement Authority ("PRA"), the Department of Labor and Employment ("DOLE"), and the Philippine Economic Zone Authority ("PEZA"). The role further extends to core corporate legal functions, including contract review, corporate housekeeping, and such other related tasks as may be assigned from time to time. This position presents an excellent opportunity for a legal professional seeking a well-rounded and impactful career within a growing organization.

On top of your salary, here are the exciting benefits you can look forward to:

• You’ll be interacting with key players such as C-level executives from enterprise-level organizations which can expand your skills and network.

• Making sound decision-making and flexibility to ensure team dynamics and productivity.

• Hybrid work setup

• Competitive salary and benefits

• HMO + free dependent

• Access to KMC's exclusive pantry (MadMax Coffee, Fresh Fridge)

• Diverse learning & growth opportunities

• Accessible Cloud HR platform (Sprout)

• Above standard leaves

The main responsibilities of a ASSOCIATE LEGAL COUNSEL include:

• Handling civil, labor, collection, demand, and other material cases/matters involving the company, from initial assessment through resolution.

• Managing the company's labor relations concerns, including employee disputes, disciplinary matters, and compliance with labor standards.

• Overseeing visa and immigration processes for foreign employees and stakeholders, including applications, renewals, and compliance requirements.

• Providing support and assistance in the company's engagements with the BI, PRA, DOLE, and PEZA.

• Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating contracts and commercial agreements.

• Handling incorporation of new entities and corporate housekeeping matters, including maintenance of corporate records, filings, and other statutory requirements.

• Providing legal advice and support on matters of corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory affairs.

• Performing such other legal and corporate support functions as may be assigned from time to time.

• A member of the Philippine Bar in good standing.

• At least 2 to 3 years of relevant legal experience post-admission to the Bar.

• Demonstrated experience handling civil, labor, and litigation matters.

• Strong working knowledge of Philippine labor laws and experience managing labor relations or disputes.

• In-depth experience with visa and immigration laws, with established engagements with BI, PRA, DOLE, and PEZA.

• Proficiency in contract review, drafting, and negotiation.

• Experience with incorporation and corporate housekeeping requirements.

• Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple matters independently and adapt to shifting priorities.

It will also be favorable if you are knowledgeable in:

• Corporate governance and compliance across multiple entities or jurisdictions.

• Incorporation and corporate housekeeping requirements for local and foreign entities.

• Regulatory or tax matters affecting PEZA-registered or BPO/IT-BPM companies.

• Handling cross-border or multi-entity legal and compliance issues.

• Experience working with government agencies beyond BI, PRA, DOLE, and PEZA, such as the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") or the Bureau of Internal Revenue ("BIR").