Corporate Lawyer

The Rigging Co., Ltd.; Philippines; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

The Rigging Corporation is seeking a highly competent Corporate Lawyer to provide legal guidance across corporate, commercial, and operational activities. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in corporate or commercial law, a JD or equivalent, and is licensed to practice law in the Philippines.

Preference for logistics or supply chain sector experience. You will draft and negotiate contracts, manage regulatory compliance, handle governance matters, and coordinate with external counsel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law or related field with a JD or equivalent law degree.
• Licensed to practice law in the Philippines.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in corporate or commercial law.
• Strong knowledge of corporate governance, commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, and business law.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and guidance to management on corporate, commercial, and operational matters.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage contracts, agreements, leases, service agreements, and other legal documents.
• Advise the company on legal risks related to business transactions, logistics operations, transportation, supply chain, and vendor/customer relationships.
• Ensure compliance with applicable corporate, labor, commercial, regulatory, and industry-specific laws and regulations.
• Handle corporate documentation, board resolutions, corporate records, and other governance requirements.
• Assist in the development and review of company policies, procedures, and internal guidelines.
• Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations and advise management regarding their potential impact on the business.
• Coordinate with external counsel, government agencies, regulators, and other legal professionals when necessary.
• Assist in the resolution of disputes, claims, and other legal matters involving the company.
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions, memoranda, and recommendations.
• Identify potential legal and compliance risks and recommend practical solutions that support the company's business objectives.
• Perform other legal duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by management.

Skills

Legal advisory

Contract negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Legal research

Risk assessment

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent

Philippines bar admission

Job description

Corporate Lawyer

The Rigging Corporation is seeking a highly competent and business-oriented Corporate Lawyer to provide legal guidance and support across the company's corporate, commercial, and operational activities.

The ideal candidate has solid experience in corporate law and preferably has knowledge or experience in the logistics, transportation, supply chain, freight, or related industries. This role will work closely with management and various departments to help ensure that the company's business activities, contracts, and operations comply with applicable laws and regulations while effectively managing legal risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and guidance to management on corporate, commercial, and operational matters.

• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage contracts, agreements, leases, service agreements, and other legal documents.

• Advise the company on legal risks related to business transactions, logistics operations, transportation, supply chain, and vendor/customer relationships.

• Ensure compliance with applicable corporate, labor, commercial, regulatory, and industry-specific laws and regulations.

• Handle corporate documentation, board resolutions, corporate records, and other governance requirements.

• Assist in the development and review of company policies, procedures, and internal guidelines.

• Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations and advise management regarding their potential impact on the business.

• Coordinate with external counsel, government agencies, regulators, and other legal professionals when necessary.

• Assist in the resolution of disputes, claims, and other legal matters involving the company.

• Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions, memoranda, and recommendations.

• Identify potential legal and compliance risks and recommend practical solutions that support the company's business objectives.

• Perform other legal duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law or related field, with a Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree.

• Licensed to practice law in the Philippines.

• At least 3-5 years of relevant experience in corporate or commercial law.

• Strong knowledge of corporate governance, commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, and business law.

• Preferably with experience or working knowledge of the logistics, transportation, freight forwarding, supply chain, warehousing, or related industries.

• Experience in contract negotiation and risk assessment is highly preferred.

• Excellent legal research, analytical, writing, and communication skills.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple legal matters simultaneously.

• Able to provide practical, business-focused legal advice.

• High level of integrity, professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.

• Willingness to work collaboratively with different departments and stakeholders.

Preferred Experience

Candidates with experience handling legal matters involving any of the following are highly encouraged to apply:

• Logistics and transportation operations

• Freight forwarding and shipping

• Warehousing and supply chain services

• Service and vendor agreements

• Customer and commercial contracts

• Transportation and regulatory compliance

• Labor and employment concerns

• Corporate governance and regulatory filings

• Claims, disputes, and commercial litigation