Chief Legal & Regulatory Strategist

FWD Insurance; Taguig; On-site; PHP 6,000,000 - 12,000,000; Full time

Job summary

FWD Life Philippines seeks a Head of Legal to lead the Legal function as a strategic partner to the business. The role ensures effective management of legal risk and supports growth initiatives across bancassurance, distribution, and regulatory matters.

You will build a high-performing legal team, advise on regulatory engagements with the Insurance Commission, and provide robust legal services for a major financial institution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law is required.
• 10–15 years total legal experience with strong background in financial institutions.
• Must have direct experience engaging regulators (e.g., Insurance Commission).

Responsibilities

• Lead the Legal function and act as a strategic partner to the business.
• Identify and mitigate legal and regulatory risks proactively.
• Support growth initiatives and strengthen governance across the organization.
• Build and manage a high-performing legal team and external counsel relationships.

Skills

Legal leadership

Regulatory engagement

Risk management

Contract governance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law

Accounting/Finance background is a plus

Job description

FWD Life Philippines seeks a Head of Legal to lead the Legal function as a strategic partner to the business. The role ensures effective management of legal risk and supports growth initiatives across bancassurance, distribution, and regulatory matters.

You will build a high-performing legal team, advise on regulatory engagements with the Insurance Commission, and provide robust legal services for a major financial institution.