Legal and Compliance Manager

Da Prosperitas Holding Incoporated; Philippines; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Da Prosperitas Holding Incoporated is seeking a Legal and Compliance Manager to oversee all legal, regulatory, and business permit requirements in the Philippines. You will lead the permits processing team, liaise with SEC, DOLE, BIR, LGUs, and advise management on compliance strategy.

You will ensure timely renewal of permits, maintain records, and drive adherence to Philippine laws, labor regulations, and internal standards across all operations.

Qualifications

• Must have 3–5 years of corporate compliance or regulatory affairs experience.
• Strong knowledge of Philippine government processes and regulatory requirements.
• Experience liaising with SEC, DOLE, BIR, LGUs, and other agencies is preferred.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and supervise permits and compliance team in handling daily documentation and government transactions.
• Ensure timely submission, processing, and renewal of business permits and licenses (Barangay Clearance, Mayor's Permit, BIR, DOLE, SEC, DTI).
• Maintain an organized database of permits, licenses, and compliance records for audits.
• Provide guidance to management on compliance and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory affairs

Government processes

Document management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Legal Management or related field

JD/LLB preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Legal and Compliance Manager is responsible for overseeing the company's compliance with all legal, regulatory, and business permit requirements. This role ensures the timely processing and renewal of permits and licenses, supervises the compliance support team, and coordinates with various government agencies such as the SEC, DOLE, BIR, and LGUs. The position also provides guidance to management on compliance matters, ensuring that all company operations adhere to applicable Philippine laws, labor regulations, and internal standards.

Key responsibilities

Supervise and guide the permits and compliance team in handling daily documentation and government transactions.

Assign and monitor tasks to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with deadlines.

Conduct team meetings to review progress, resolve issues, and maintain coordination with other departments.

Oversee the timely application, processing, and renewal of all business permits and licenses (e.g., Barangay Clearance, Mayor's Permit, BIR, DOLE, SEC, DTI, and other required certifications).

Ensure that all regulatory documents are complete, accurate, and properly filed.

Maintain an organized database of permits, licenses, and compliance records for monitoring and audit purposes.

Act as the company's representative in dealing with government agencies, including SEC, DOLE, LGUs, and other regulatory bodies.

Coordinate and submit all necessary forms, reports, and requirements to ensure compliance with government regulations.

Provide advice to management on compliance and regulatory requirements related to business operations.

Prepare periodic compliance reports and updates for management review.

About you

Bachelor's Degree in Legal Management, Political Science, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field (JD/LLB preferred).

At least 3–5 years of experience in corporate compliance, permits processing, or regulatory affairs, preferably in a managerial capacity.

Strong knowledge of Philippine government processes, corporate registration, and business compliance requirements.

Excellent communication, coordination, and leadership skills.

High attention to detail, integrity, and professional judgment.

Proficient in MS Office applications and document management systems.

Experience liaising with SEC, DOLE, BIR, LGUs, and other government agencies.

Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, and official issuances.

Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Proactive, dependable, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.