Legal Associate — Governance, Compliance & Contracts

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 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.