Legal Officer

Firstlead Inc.; Pasig; On-site; PHP 391,000 - 614,000; Full time

Job summary

Firstlead Inc. is seeking a Legal Officer to provide broad legal support across contracts, property, corporate matters, and compliance. This role offers hands-on exposure to various business areas for a newly licensed lawyer.

You'll draft and review documents, assist in regulatory matters, and coordinate with external counsel and departments. A Philippine Bar passer with JD is required; strong research and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have a JD (or equivalent) and be admitted to the Philippine Bar.
• Strong research, writing, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Good understanding of Philippine corporate, commercial, property, labor, contract, and civil law.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Able to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Willing to learn and work across different areas of business law.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and revise contracts, agreements, MOAs, letters, notices, and other legal documents.
• Provide legal assistance and guidance on day-to-day business operations.
• Review property-related transactions (leases, deeds, titles, and other documents).
• Review documents related to loans, financing, and financial transactions.
• Assist in collection matters and prepare demand letters and related documentation.
• Assist HR with labor and employment-related concerns and notices.
• Conduct legal research and prepare opinions, memoranda, and case summaries.
• Review company policies from a legal and compliance perspective.
• Monitor government permits, registrations, licenses, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with external counsel, government agencies, notaries, banks, clients, suppliers, and others on legal matters.

Skills

Legal research

Contract drafting

Analytical skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Independent work

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Philippine Bar

Job description

About the role

The Legal Officer will provide legal support across the company's various business operations, including contracts, property transactions, corporate matters, loans, collections, labor concerns, compliance, and general legal documentation. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly licensed lawyer who wants to gain hands-on and broad exposure to different areas of business and corporate law.

Key responsibilities

• Draft, review, and revise contracts, agreements, MOAs, letters, notices, and other legal documents.
• Provide legal assistance and guidance on the company's day-to-day business operations.
• Review and assist with property-related transactions, including leases, deeds, titles, and other property documents.
• Review documents relating to loans, financing, and other financial transactions, as needed.
• Assist in collection matters, including preparation of demand letters and other legal documentation.
• Assist HR with labor and employment-related concerns, disciplinary matters, notices, and employee documentation.
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions, memoranda, case summaries, and recommendations.
• Review company policies, procedures, and internal documents from a legal and compliance perspective.
• Assist in monitoring government permits, registrations, licenses, and other regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with external counsel, government agencies, notaries, banks, clients, suppliers, and other third parties on legal matters.

About you

• Must be a Philippine Bar passer and currently admitted to the Philippine Bar.
• Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree.
• Strong legal research, writing, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Good understanding of Philippine corporate, commercial, property, labor, contract, and civil law.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Able to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Willing to learn and work across different areas of business law.
• Able to work independently and coordinate effectively with management and different departments.