Corporate Legal Counsel

Rockwell Land Corporation; Makati; On-site; PHP 2,000,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockwell Land Corporation is seeking a Legal Counsel to provide comprehensive legal guidance across corporate, real estate, labor, and commercial matters in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes contract management, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance, with collaboration across departments and with regulators to mitigate risk and protect company interests.

Qualifications

• Licensed lawyer in the Philippines with LL.B or JD
• 8–12 years in corporate or real estate law
• Strong contract negotiation, governance, and compliance
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and negotiation skills
• Leadership and stakeholder management abilities
• Experience with government agencies and regulators

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on corporate, real estate, labor, and commercial matters
• Draft, review, negotiate contracts to protect company interests
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and policies
• Support governance initiatives, regulatory filings, and board resolutions
• Liaise with government agencies, regulators, and external counsel
• Manage legal disputes and risk assessments

Skills

Contract negotiation

Corporate governance

Regulatory compliance

Negotiation

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Legal advisory

Education

Philippines-licensed law degree

Job description

The Legal Counsel will play a key role in providing legal guidance and support across various business functions, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and mitigating legal risks. This position will oversee legal operations, contracts, corporate governance, and regulatory affairs while providing strategic counsel to senior management.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Advisory & Compliance

• Provide expert legal advice on corporate, real estate, labor, and commercial law matters
• Ensure compliance with all relevant local and international laws, regulations, and corporate policies
• Monitor changes in legislation and advise management on potential impacts

Contract Management & Negotiations

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and legal documents to protect company interests
• Ensure that contractual terms align with business objectives and mitigate risks
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure smooth contract execution and enforcement

Corporate Governance & Regulatory Affairs

• Support corporate governance initiatives, including board resolutions and regulatory filings
• Liaise with government agencies, external counsel, and regulators to ensure legal compliance
• Maintain corporate records and ensure adherence to company policies and ethical standards
• Manage legal disputes, litigation, and alternative dispute resolution proceedings
• Develop strategies for risk mitigation and oversee legal risk assessments
• Represent the company in negotiations, settlements, and legal proceedings as necessary

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) or Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree. Must be a licensed lawyer in the Philippines.
• Minimum of 8-12 years of legal experience, preferably in corporate law, real estate, or a related industry.
• Strong expertise in contract negotiation, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and negotiation skills
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management abilities
• Experience working with government agencies, regulators, and external legal partners