Legal Counsel

Jollibee Group; Pasig; Hybrid; PHP 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Jollibee Group Philippines is seeking a Legal Counsel to support corporate requirements for assigned business units in the Philippines. The role covers corporate housekeeping, labor matters, contract drafting/review, and compliance, with guidance across brands and support functions.

The candidate should have at least 2 years of legal practice, strong academics, and experience in corporate matters. Hybrid work setup in Ortigas, Pasig is offered.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of legal practice in a top-tier law firm or company.
• Graduated with excellent academic credentials.
• Experience in corporate matters required.
• Experience in M&A is a strong advantage but not required.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle corporate housekeeping for assigned business units in the Philippines.
• Topical support for labor and employment matters, contract drafting/review, and compliance.

Skills

Legal practice

Contract drafting

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem-solving

Independent work

Collaboration

Education

Law degree

Job description

The Legal Counsel will be part of the Jollibee Group Philippine legal team, supporting the general corporate requirements of assigned business units in the Philippines. This includes corporate housekeeping, labor and employment matters, drafting and reviewing contracts, compliance management, and advising on commercial transactions. The role will also handle the legal needs of assigned brands and support functions within the Jollibee Group in the Philippines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Practice Area Management: Handle assigned legal practice areas based on specific projects and business requirements.


• Account Legal Management: Provide legal support to BUs, support services, and functions, including operational and project-related matters.

Job Qualifications:

• With at least 2 years of legal practice in a top-tier law firm or company


• Graduated with excellent academic credentials


• Experience and strong background in corporate matters required


• Experience in M&A and/or working with multinational or non-Philippine entities is not required but would be a strong advantage.


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment


• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills


• Must be willing to work in Ortigas, Pasig (Hybrid Work Setup).

Jollibee Foods Corporation is the hiring entity for this requisition.