Manager, Litigation Lawyer

Mynt; Philippines; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

GCash, the leading FinTech in the Philippines, seeks an experienced litigation professional to oversee civil, criminal, and administrative matters with strategic case management from start to resolution. You will draft key legal documents, represent the company in court, and advise internal teams on compliance and risk mitigation.

The role requires at least seven years of litigation experience, a law degree, and willingness to travel across the Philippines.

Qualifications

• Law degree required.
• Minimum 7 years of litigation experience.
• Willingness to travel across the Philippines.

Responsibilities

• Handle a diverse range of litigation cases, including civil, criminal, and administrative matters.
• Develop and execute effective litigation strategies from initiation to trial or settlement.
• Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, and contracts.
• Ensure all legal documents are accurate, timely, and compliant with laws and regulations.
• Represent the Company in court and before regulatory bodies.
• Provide legal guidance to business units and monitor legislative changes.

Skills

Litigation experience 7+ years

Travel for hearings

Education

Bachelor of Laws or Juris Doctor

Job description

Do you want to take the first step in making Filipinos’ lives better everyday? Here in GCash we want to stay at the forefront of the FinTech industry by creating innovative, meaningful, and convenient financial solutions for the nation! G ka ba? Join the G Nation today!

You will be responsible for the following:

• Handle a diverse range of litigation cases, including but not limited to, civil, criminal, and administrative matters.
• Develop and execute effective litigation strategies, from case initiation to trial or settlement.
• Conduct thorough case assessments to determine the best course of action.
• Draft and prepare all necessary legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and contracts.
• Ensure all legal documents are accurate, timely, and compliant with relevant laws and regulations.
• Represent the Company in court, before judicial, quasi-judicial, and administrative bodies.
• Effectively present arguments and evidence in hearings and trials.
• Advise the Company on legal matters across various domains, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Monitor and interpret changes in legislation and jurisprudence.
• Conduct legal research and provide expert opinions on complex legal issues.
• Advise various business units to provide legal guidance and support.
• Communicate effectively with internal clients, colleagues, and external parties.
• Handle legal inquiries and address concerns in a timely and professional manner.
• Identify and assess potential legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them
• Participate in professional development activities to enhance legal knowledge and skills.
• Perform other tasks that may be assigned by the Chief Legal Officer, or of the head for Litigation, including, but not limited to legal research, case study, and the likes.
• Perform other administrative functions, related to the functions of his/her office.

We are looking for:

• Law Degree (Bachelor of Laws or Juris Doctor).
• Minimum of seven (7) years of litigation experience.
• Proven experience in handling diverse criminal cases, including filing, prosecution, and defense.
• Demonstrated organizational skills, strong ethical standards, attention to detail, and self-motivation.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
• Willingness to travel for hearings throughout the Philippines.
• Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to quickly adapt to organizational culture and values.

What We Offer

Opportunity for career growth and development in the #1 FinTech company in the country Working with a dynamic and highly collaborative team who want to change the game A company that values their people with highly competitive and flexible compensation and benefits package