Legal Supervisor

Dempsey Resource Management; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Job summary

Dempsey Resource Management in the Philippines seeks a senior regulatory lawyer with a Juris Doctor and active bar to own SEC and AMLC regulatory relationships within a fintech/lending context. You will manage compliance work and liaise with regulators to ensure adherence to evolving rules.

The ideal candidate has 4–6 years post-bar experience, including at least 2 years in Philippine OLP institutions and fintech exposure. Strong English and cross-department coordination are essential.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years post-bar legal experience, with at least 2 years in qualified Philippine OLP institutions; fintech/lending industry experience mandatory.
• Proven independent liaison with SEC and AMLC; strong knowledge of RA 9474 and AMLC regulations.
• Proficient in written and spoken English; Filipino language skills are a plus.
• Familiar with external law firm management and cross-institutional legal project coordination.

Responsibilities

• Own SEC and AMLC regulatory relationships and compliance work for the organization.
• Lead external legal projects in a fast-paced fintech environment and coordinate cross-departmental efforts.

Skills

Regulatory liaison

Risk management

Cross-functional coordination

English proficiency

Independent judgment

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Active Bar

Job description

WORK SCHEDULE: Monday to Friday - 9:00am to 6:00pm

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from a recognized Philippine law school.
• Active Bar passer and valid member of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP).
• 4-6 years post-bar legal experience, including at least 2 years of working experience in qualified Philippine OLP institutions; fintech/lending industry experience is mandatory.
• Proven independent experience in direct liaison and business handling with SEC and AMLC.
• Solid knowledge of RA 9474, AMLC regulations and SEC memorandum circulars.
• Familiar with external law firm management and cross-institutional legal project cooperation.
• Proficient in written and spoken English; Filipino language skill is a plus.
• Strong risk awareness, independent judgment and cross-departmental coordination capabilities.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary + dedicated regulatory compliance allowance.
• Full ownership of SEC and AMLC regulatory relationships and compliance work.
• In-depth involvement in external legal projects with broad career growth opportunities.
• Fast-paced, standardized and professional fintech working environment.