Legal Head

HRTx Inc.; Makati; On-site; PHP 5,000,000 - 8,000,000; Full time

Job summary

HRTx Inc. in Makati is seeking a seasoned Legal Head to lead the holding company's legal function, supervise the group's legal teams, and ensure alignment with corporate strategy and compliance across subsidiaries.

You will advise senior management and the Board on corporate, regulatory, and risk matters, draft and negotiate complex contracts, and implement group-wide governance standards. Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Laws or JD and be in good standing with the Philippine Bar, with at

Qualifications

• LLB or JD degree with Philippine Bar admission in good standing.
• Minimum 10 years of senior legal experience including leadership roles.
• Experience supervising multiple legal teams across subsidiaries or group functions.
• Strong background in corporate, commercial and regulatory law.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the legal affairs of the holding company and subsidiaries, ensuring consistency and compliance across entities.
• Provide strategic legal advice to senior management and the Board on corporate, regulatory, and risk matters.
• Exercise administrative supervision over the group’s legal teams to ensure coordination and performance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex contracts and agreements involving the group’s business interests.
• Develop and implement group-wide legal policies, compliance frameworks, and governance standards.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and external counsels on major issues and proceedings.
• Identify legal risks and propose proactive mitigation measures.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Corporate governance

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder management

Education

LLB/JD + Philippine Bar

Job description

Position: Legal Head
Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, Onsite (Morning Shift)
Location: Makati City

About the Role:
The Legal Head will lead and manage the overall legal function of the holding company, exercising administrative supervision and strategic oversight over the legal teams of all subsidiaries and affiliated entities. This role ensures that all legal operations across the group are aligned with corporate objectives, compliant with applicable laws, and supportive of business strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee the legal affairs of the holding company and its subsidiaries, ensuring consistency and compliance across all entities.

Provide strategic legal advice to senior management and the Board on corporate, regulatory, and risk-related matters.

Exercise administrative and functional supervision over the legal teams of the group, ensuring efficient coordination and performance.

Draft, review, and negotiate complex contracts, agreements, and other legal instruments involving the groups business interests.

Develop and implement group-wide legal policies, compliance frameworks, and governance standards.

Liaise with regulatory bodies, government agencies, and external counsels on major legal issues and proceedings.

Identify potential legal risks and recommend proactive measures to mitigate exposure.

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) / Juris Doctor (JD); must be a member in good standing of the Philippine Bar.

With at least 10 years of extensive legal experience, including leadership or head-of-department roles within a corporate or holding company setup.

Proven experience in managing multiple legal teams or overseeing group-level legal functions.

Strong background in corporate, commercial, and regulatory law.

Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to provide strategic direction while maintaining operational excellence across all legal units.