Senior Legal Officer

Found in: beBee jobs PH - 2 weeks ago

Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines Asian Development Bank Full time


Job Description

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The Senior Legal Officer will provide independent and in-depth legal and analytical advice and technical expertise to counsel in the processing and administration of sovereign operations and technical assistance projects relating to ADB-financed programs.

The incumbent will report to the relevant Assistant General Counsel and/or designated International Staff and will supervise Administrative staff.

Responsibilities:

Project Processing and Administration:

Provides independent and in-depth advice and assist counsel on legal aspects relating to sovereign operations, such as preparation of loan agreements and project implementation.Prepares draft documents and advice on legal aspects related to sovereign operations, both for project preparation and administration. Supports counsel in processing and reviewing legal aspects of the project, including conducting legal due diligence and preparing legal documents consistent with ADB's internal law, lending and other operational policies.Obtains and reviews legal documents and administration matters, including legislation that may affect the project. Leads the team in identifying legal issues that may arise from project design, including issues related to environmental and social safeguards.Reviews complex agreements and Report and Recommendation of the President (RRPs), and assesses legal issues/risk that may be involved and/or any legal issues that needs to be factored in designing the project. Supports the process of signing and making loan documents effective, including reviewing legal opinions and other documents received for loan effectiveness.Identifies law and policy reform (LPR) issues and contributes to the development of LPR proposals and solutions.Provides guidance, coaching and mentoring to members of the team on OGC functions, major policies and procedures and legal resources. Conducts orientation sessions and briefings to the team members.Provides support and advice on all legal aspects of financing partnerships, fund managements and cofinancing operations. Analyzes relevant regulatory developments in fund practices and approaches, and advises on the legal aspects of structuring, negotiating and documenting agreements between project entities.Advises on potential risks of failure or weakness in assigned ADB operations and recommends preventive action. Contributes to OGC's advice on enhancing ADB's operational policies, and participates in interdepartmental analysis and complex legal issues.

Legal Research and Support:

Conducts research on legal and policy matters.Carries out research work on legal precedents in ADB, including supporting the formulation of legal views on sovereign project-related issues that can serve as a basis for formulating legal views.

Supervisory Functions:

Plans and schedules work assignments and provides advice to subordinate staff. Coordinates training and briefing sessions to members of the team.

Others:

Performs other duties that may be assigned. Undertakes special projects in support of OGC's operations.

Qualifications;

Relevant Experience & Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Law and member of the Philippine Bar, preferably with Master's Degree or its equivalent work experience in a multilateral financial institution, and preferably with advanced training.Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience, with in-depth knowledge of project cycle from processing to implementation, conducting legal due diligence as well as in research-related activities; and at least 5 years of supervisory experience.Ability to communicate, present and defend complex legal arguments and issues.Excellent analytical skills, attention to details, and ability to concentrate.Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English is required.Proficiency with computer software in common use at the Bank, particularly MS Excel and WordAbility to manage time to handle heavy workloads involving multiple projects.Ability to work with a multilateral institution's Legal Department's lawyers as well as staff from other Departments/Offices.Flexibility/willingness to perform variety of tasks and expand the scope of work and responsibilities as needed.Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for National Staff NS4.

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