Legal and Compliance Officer

National Teachers College; Manila; On-site; PHP 800,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Metro Manila seeks a Legal and Compliance Officer to oversee compliance with regulations and provide legal advice. The candidate must hold a Bachelor's degree in Law, be a licensed attorney with 2-5 years of experience, and possess strong analytical and communication skills. This role involves monitoring compliance risks, auditing policies, and fostering a culture of integrity across the organization.

Qualifications

• Licensed attorney with strong knowledge of local laws.
• 2-5 years of experience in legal practice or compliance.
• Experience with contract law and data privacy.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and support on business matters.
• Draft and review contracts and legal documents.
• Monitor compliance with regulations and internal policies.
• Conduct compliance audits and risk assessments.
• Promote a culture of compliance and integrity.

Skills

Strong knowledge of local laws and corporate governance

Excellent analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ethical judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law or Legal Management

Licensed attorney

Job description

The Legal and Compliance Officer is responsible for ensuring the organization complies with all government legal and regulatory requirements, as well as internal policies and procedures. This role provides legal advice, reviews contracts, agreements and policies, monitors compliance risks, audits and works closely with management to ensure ethical practices and risk mitigation across operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Legal Advisory & Contract Management

• Provide legal advice and support on business matters and regulatory issues.
• Draft, review, and manage a wide range of contracts, including supplier agreements, service contracts, and partnership MOUs.
• Ensure all contracts and transactions are compliant with applicable laws and reflect the organization’s best interests.

Regulatory Compliance

• Monitor, interpret, and apply laws, regulations, and circulars relevant to the organization’s operations.
• Ensure compliance with government requirements, including permits, licenses, and data privacy laws.
• Liaise with regulators and government agencies when needed.

Internal Compliance Monitoring

• Develop, implement, and maintain internal policies and procedures to ensure legal and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct compliance audits and risk assessments.
• Investigate compliance issues and report findings with recommendations to leadership.

Leadership

• Promote a culture of compliance, integrity, and accountability throughout the organization.

Risk Management

• Identify and assess legal and compliance risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Support crisis management and incident response related to legal or regulatory breaches.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Legal Management, or related field (Required)
• Must be a licensed attorney
• At least 2–5 years of experience in legal practice, compliance, or risk management
• Strong knowledge of relevant local laws, corporate governance, and regulatory frameworks
• Experience with contract law, data privacy, labor law, and administrative compliance
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
• High attention to detail and ethical judgment

Preferred Skills/Attributes:

• Experience in education industry
• Familiarity with regulatory bodies such as SEC, DOLE, CHED, DepEd etc.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information