Legal Counsel

Focus Media Global; Manila; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Focus Media Global is seeking a Corporate Governance & Compliance professional to oversee entity incorporation, daily governance in the Philippines, and Board/Shareholder meeting procedures. You will draft corporate resolutions and handle Corporate Secretary duties, coordinating with Group HQ and local external law firms.

English fluency is required; Mandarin ability is a plus. The role offers exposure to cross-border projects, regulatory filings, and a fast-paced environment within a global

Qualifications

• Philippine Bar admission required.
• 2-4 years PQE in corporate law and commercial transactions or more experienced candidates considered.
• Fluent English; basic Mandarin is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee entity incorporation and daily governance in the PH.
• Manage Board and Shareholder meeting procedures, draft corporate resolutions.
• Handle day-to-day Corporate Secretary duties.
• Liaise with Group HQ and external law firms for cost-efficient execution.

Skills

Corporate law

Commercial contracts

Board workflows

Regulatory filings

Notarization procedures

Education

Philippine Bar admission

Job description

Corporate Governance & Entity Management

Oversee entity incorporation and daily governance in the PH. Manage Board and Shareholder meeting procedures, draft corporate resolutions, and handle day-to-day Corporate Secretary duties.

Compliance & Business Support

Establish the local legal compliance framework (labor law, foreign investment, data privacy,etc. ). Provide full legal support for commercial operations, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts.

HQ Alignment & External Counsel

Act as the primary legal liaison to Group HQ, monitor local regulatory changes, and manage local external law firms for cost-effective execution.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Philippine Bar admission with 2-4 years PQE in corporate law and commercial transactions (open to more experienced candidates / PQE flexible).
• Hands-on familiarity with Board/Shareholder workflows, Corporate Secretary responsibilities, regulatory filings, and local notarization procedures.
• Professional fluency in English; ability to speak basic Mandarin is a strong plus.
• Excellent cross-cultural communication, commercial acumen, and self-drive in a fast- paced environment is preferred.

1.Industry-Leading Platform & Worldwide Network: Backed by an industry-leading group company, offering opportunities for exchange/training at Group HQ in China, participation in our annual Global Legal Summit, and close collaboration with legal peers worldwide.

2. End-to-End Strategic Project Experience: Deep, hands-on involvement in the full lifecycle of our Philippine market investment—from entity setup to building the local compliance framework—gaining invaluable, high-impact cross-border project experience.

3.High Visibility & Career Growth: A high-visibility role acting as the key strategic bridge between local operations and global leadership, providing accelerated career advancement as our business expands.