Legal Associate

John Kelly and Company; Cebu City; On-site; PHP 391,000 - 614,000; Full time

Job summary

John Kelly & Company in Cebu is seeking a reliable, organized Legal Associate to support governance, compliance, and operations within a growing management consulting and corporate advisory firm. This is a full-time, on-site role in Cebu City.

You will draft, format, review and proofread basic legal documents, maintain files, track obligations, and assist with regulatory compliance and client contracts. The position emphasizes confidentiality, accuracy, and collaborative teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Legal Management, Political Science, or related fields.
• At least 1 year in a law firm or legal environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good written and verbal communication; ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Draft, format, review and proofread basic legal documents such as contracts and memos.
• Organize and maintain legal files (physical and digital).
• Ensure proper documentation and version control of legal materials.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Monitor regulatory updates and inform the team of changes.
• Support business registration, permits and licensing requirements.
• Prepare and review client contracts and service agreements.
• Track contract timelines, renewal, and obligations.
• Coordinate with clients and internal teams on legal documentation.
• Conduct basic legal research and summarize findings.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Confidentiality

Microsoft Office

Document management systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Legal Management

Bachelor's degree in Political Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Document management systems

Job description

John Kelly & Company is a growing management consulting and corporate advisory firm based in Cebu. We assist businesses in strengthening governance, compliance, and structured operations. We are looking for reliable, organized, and detail-oriented Legal Associate to support operations.

This is a full-time, on-site role ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and eager to work in a dynamic, professional environment.

Key responsibilities

LEGAL DOCUMENT PREPARATION AND MANAGEMENT

• Draft, format, review and proofread basic legal documents such as contracts, agreements, memoranda, subpoenas and motions,.

• Organize and maintain legal files and records (both physical and digital)

• Ensure proper documentation and version control of legal materials.

COMPLIANCE AND REGULATORY SUPPORT

• Assist in ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations and industry standards.

• Monitor regulatory updates and inform the team of relevant changes.

• Supports business registration, permits and licensing requirements.

CONTRACT AND CLIENT SUPPORT

• Assist in preparing and reviewing client contract and service agreements.

• Track contract timelines, renewal, and obligations.

• Coordinate with client and internal teams regarding legal documentation.

LEGAL RESEARCH

• Conduct basic legal research on laws, regulations and case references.

• Summarize findings to support consultants and management.

• Assist in preparing legal briefs or reports when needed.

ADMINISTRATIVE AND COORDINATION TASK

• Schedule meetings, hearings (if applicable) and consultations.

• Manage correspondence related to legal matters

• Coordinate with external legal counsel when necessary.

RISK MANAGEMENT SUPPORT

• Help identify potential legal risk in business operations.

• Assist in implementing policies to minimize legal exposure.

• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive legal and business information.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

1. Bachelor's degree in Legal Management, Political Science and other related fields.

2. Previous experience of 1 year in a law firm or legal environment is often required.

3. Basic knowledge of legal procedure and documentation.

4. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

5. Good written and verbal communication skills

6. Able to handle confidential information with integrity.

7. Proficiency in Microsoft Office or document management systems.

8. Performed other related duties as assigned (flexible role)