Legal Counsel

Siemens; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Philippines is seeking a seasoned legal professional to provide strategic legal guidance across business units and corporate functions. You will draft and negotiate commercial agreements, advise on bids and project execution, and support contract governance and approvals.

The role emphasizes efficiency improvements through templates and AI-enabled workflows within the Legal Hub. The ideal candidate holds a Law degree with at least 5 years post-qualification experience in a multinational

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a law degree with a strong track record in commercial contracting.
• Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in a leading law firm or multinational.
• Experience advising on software licensing, SaaS, and digital business models.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal guidance to business units and corporate functions across jurisdictions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate NDAs, MoUs, and various commercial agreements.
• Advise on bids and project execution to manage legal risk and enable opportunities.
• Support contract approvals, governance, and risk acceptance processes.
• Develop templates, playbooks, and standard processes to improve legal operations and efficiency.
• Contribute to technology-enabled legal services and AI-supported workflows within the Legal Hub.

Skills

Contract drafting

Commercial contracts

English proficiency

Cross-jurisdictional advisory

Legal operations

Education

Law degree

Tools

CLM software

Procurement systems

Job description

We empower our people to stay resilient and relevant in a constantly changing world. We’re looking for people who are always searching for creative ways to grow and learn. People who want to make a real impact, now and in the future. Does that sound like you? Then it seems like you’d make a great addition to our vibrant international team.

You’ll make a difference by

• Providing strategic legal advice to business units and corporate functions, delivering practical and commercially focused guidance across multiple jurisdictions.
• Supporting complex commercial transactions by drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements, including NDAs, MoUs, supply and service contracts, framework agreements, tender documents, and consortium agreements.
• Advising on bids and project execution to help manage legal risks and enable successful delivery of commercial opportunities.
• Managing governance and approvals by supporting contract approval processes, authority requirements, and risk acceptance procedures.
• Driving legal operational excellence through the development and improvement of templates, playbooks, policies, and standard processes.
• Advancing legal innovation by contributing to technology-enabled legal services, AI-supported workflows, and continuous improvement initiatives within the Legal Hub.

Your defining qualities

• Qualified legal professional with a law degree and at least 5 years of post-qualification experience gained in a leading law firm and/or multinational organization.
• Strong commercial contracting expertise with experience advising on commercial agreements, software licensing, SaaS offerings, and digital business models.
• Knowledge of procurement and tendering processes with familiarity in public sector procurement and government contracting environments.
• Interest in legal technology and transformation with enthusiasm for legal operations, AI-enabled legal work, and process improvement.
• Excellent communication and drafting skills with strong analytical abilities and a high level of proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Collaborative and solution-oriented mindset with the ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively across cultures, functions, and jurisdictions.

In return, we offer you:

• Flexible Work Environment: Including a mobile working policy that supports your well-being and allows you to prioritize what matters most.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: A comprehensive package to reward your contributions.
• Values-Driven Culture: An inclusive workplace that prioritizes diversity and belonging.
• Continuous Learning & Development: Opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career.

Recruitment Process:

• CV Screening
• If shortlisted, a session with our TA Consultant to understand your motivation & your past experiences
• 1-3 Case and Business Interviews
• Offer Stage

Transform the everyday with us!

We value your unique identity and perspective and are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and create a better tomorrow with us.