Legal Counsel

Cash Management Finance, Inc.; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 893,000 - 2,009,000; Full time

Job summary

Cash Management Finance, Inc. in Metro Manila seeks a qualified corporate lawyer to join our legal team. You will manage litigation, draft contracts, review documents, and advise management on regulatory compliance.

The role requires strong negotiation, analytical skills, and meticulous attention to detail, with experience in corporate housekeeping, lending, or financial services being a plus. You will uphold confidentiality and professional discretion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law and licensed lawyer.
• At least 3–5 years in litigation, corporate housekeeping, financial services, lending, or corporate legal practice.
• Knowledge of litigation processes, court procedures, and legal documentation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent negotiation and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of corporate law, regulatory requirements, and compliance matters.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation cases, prepare case documentation, ensuring compliance with court deadlines and procedures.
• Prepare, review, and draft legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, and court submissions.
• Represent the company in legal proceedings and negotiations as permitted by law.
• Develop and implement company policies on legal matters.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks to protect the company from liabilities and violations.
• Assess legal issues related to development and launch of new products and services.
• Negotiate, draft, and review business contracts and agreements on behalf of the company.
• Advise management and relevant departments on legal matters, governance, and compliance.
• Monitor changes in applicable laws and recommend measures to maintain compliance.

Skills

Litigation experience

Contract drafting

Legal research

Regulatory compliance

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law

Job description

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law.

• Must be a licensed lawyer authorized to practice law.

• At least 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in litigation, corporate housekeeping, financial services, consumer or corporate lending, property or mortgage law, or corporate legal practice. Experience as a paralegal or junior legal officer is an advantage.

• Knowledge of litigation processes, court procedures, and legal documentation.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail.

• Excellent negotiation and organizational skills.

• Knowledge of corporate law, regulatory requirements, and compliance matters.

• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage litigation cases, prepare case documentation, and ensure compliance with court deadlines and procedures

• Prepare, review, and draft legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, and court submissions

• Represent the company in legal proceedings and negotiations, as permitted by applicable laws and regulations

• Develop and implement company policies on legal matters

• Identify and mitigate legal risks to protect the company from potential liabilities and legal violations

• Assess legal issues relating to the development and launch of new products and services

• Negotiate, draft, and review business contracts and agreements on behalf of the company

• Advise management and relevant departments on legal matters, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance

• Monitor changes in applicable laws and recommend measures to maintain compliance