Senior Legal Counsel & VP - Contracts & Compliance

Converge ICT Solutions Inc.; Pasig; On-site; PHP 1,000,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Converge ICT Solutions Inc. is seeking a senior corporate lawyer to negotiate, draft, and review contracts across supply, service, finance, and partnerships. You will identify legal risks, advise management on new legislation, and ensure compliance with government rules.

The role requires leadership of a multi-functional team and experience in corporate housekeeping and IP management. Ideal candidate has a Professional License in law, 8+ years of practice, and a background in top law firms or

Qualifications

• Must hold a Professional License in law and graduate from a reputable school with excellent academic records.
• At least 8 years of legal practice.
• Experience in top law firms, MNCs, or listed companies preferred.
• Skilled in contract negotiations, drafting and review.
• Background in corporate law and corporate housekeeping.
• Exposure to telecommunications or technology projects/transactions is advantageous.
• Strong English communication, both written and spoken.
• Able to lead a multi-functional team and work under tight schedules.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate, structure, draft and/or review of various contracts and legal documents (supply, service, finance, subscriptions, leases, NDAs, joint ventures, etc.).
• Identify and manage legal risks/issues.
• Update management on new legislations affecting the business.
• Represent company's interests in negotiations with partners, suppliers, service providers and clients.
• Assist in planning and developing company policies and procedures, ensuring dissemination and compliance.
• Assist in corporate housekeeping and supervise internal procedures.
• Guide managers to comply with government rules and regulations.
• Develop improvements in legal documents and forms.
• Provide broad legal, labor, litigation, and corporate services as needed.
• Render legal support on strategic projects under tight schedules.
• Handle legal compliance with government agencies (NTC, DICT, SEC).
• Manage Intellectual Property portfolio.

Skills

Contract negotiations

Drafting & review

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Teamwork

English proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

Professional license in law

Top-tier law school degree

Job description

Converge ICT Solutions Inc. is seeking a senior corporate lawyer to negotiate, draft, and review contracts across supply, service, finance, and partnerships. You will identify legal risks, advise management on new legislation, and ensure compliance with government rules.

The role requires leadership of a multi-functional team and experience in corporate housekeeping and IP management. Ideal candidate has a Professional License in law, 8+ years of practice, and a background in top law firms or