Legal Manager (Philippines)

Feihe International Philippines Corporation; Taguig; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Feihe International Philippines Corporation is seeking a Legal Manager (Philippines) to oversee all legal matters for the Philippines, ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations across jurisdictions while providing strategic legal support to business operations.

The role covers corporate, commercial and employment law, contract review and negotiation, governance, risk mitigation, and reporting to regional management; you will coordinate with external counsel and authorities to safeguard

Qualifications

• LLB or equivalent, licensed in the Philippines; master's is a plus.
• 3–10 years of legal experience, preferably multinational.
• Strong knowledge of corporate, commercial and labor law.
• Experience handling cross-border Southeast Asia matters.
• Excellent English communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee legal matters in the Philippines and ensure compliance with local laws.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, MOUs, NDAs, and related documents.
• Advise HR and management on employment and labor law issues.
• Manage disputes, coordination with external lawyers.
• Develop internal policies and provide legal training.
• Coordinate with regional and HQ stakeholders on legal matters.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Multijurisdictional work

Education

LLB or equivalent (Philippines)

Master’s degree is a plus

Job description

Position Title: Legal Manager (Philippines)
Department: Legal
Reports To: General Manager
Location: BGC, Taguig
Employment Type: Full-time

Position Summary:

The Legal Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing all legal matters in the Philippines.

This role ensures full compliance with local laws and regulations, provides strategic legal support to business operations, and mitigates legal risks in a multi-jurisdictional environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Legal Compliance & Regulatory Affairs

Ensure company operations comply with applicable laws and regulations in the Philippines.

Monitor changes in labor law, corporate law, commercial law, and regulatory requirements in all three jurisdictions.

Coordinate with local legal consultants and government authorities when required.

2. Corporate & Commercial Legal Support

Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, MOUs, NDAs, and other legal documents across all countries.

Provide legal advice on business expansion, corporate structuring, licensing, and registration matters.

Support cross-border transactions and intercompany agreements.

3. Employment & Labor Law

Advise HR and management on employment-related matters, including labor disputes, termination, disciplinary actions, and compliance with local labor regulations.

Review and standardize employment contracts and internal policies across the three countries while ensuring local compliance.

Identify and assess legal risks related to company operations and propose mitigation strategies.

Handle legal disputes, claims, and potential litigation, including coordination with external lawyers.

Manage documentation and evidence related to disputes or investigations.

5. Corporate Governance & Internal Policies

Ensure proper corporate governance practices are implemented in each country.

Develop, review, and update internal legal policies and procedures.

Provide legal training and guidance to management and relevant departments.

6. Reporting & Coordination

Prepare regular legal reports for regional management.

Act as the main legal point of contact for regional and headquarters stakeholders.

Coordinate legal matters among local teams the Philippines.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person, Field Work

Qualifications & Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB or equivalent); Master’s degree is a plus.

Licensed or qualified legal practitioner in the Philippines; regional legal exposure is highly preferred.

Minimum 3–10 years of legal experience, preferably in multinational or regional companies.

Strong knowledge of corporate, commercial, and labor law.

Experience handling cross-border legal matters in Southeast Asia is a strong advantage.

Excellent communication and negotiation skills in English (written and spoken).

Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently across multiple jurisdictions.