Head of Legal for Fintech Firm

12 hours ago

Quezon City, Philippines WHR Global Consulting Full time

POSITION TITLE: Head of Legal for Fintech Firm
WORK LOCATION: Eastwood City, Libis, Quezon City

JOB SUMMARY:
The Head of Legal will lead the legal department, providing strategic legal counsel to the organization and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. This role involves managing legal risks, advising on corporate governance, negotiating contracts, and overseeing litigation matters. The Legal Counsel will collaborate with senior leadership to align legal strategies with business objectives and safeguard the company's interests.

QUALIFICATIONS:
– Juris Doctor (JD) degree or equivalent, admission to the Bar is required
– Minimum of 10 years of progressive legal experience
– Experience in corporate, commercial, or regulatory law, ideally within the financial services or technology industry

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategic Legal Leadership
– Develop and implement legal strategies to support business goals while minimizing risk.
– Advise senior leadership on corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory matters.
– Monitor and interpret new laws, regulations, and industry developments, ensuring the company remains compliant.

Risk Management
– Identify, assess, and manage legal risks across the organization.
– Develop policies and procedures to mitigate risks and enhance internal controls.
– Oversee the company’s compliance framework and ensure adherence to applicable laws and regulations

Corporate Governance
– Ensure the company’s compliance with corporate governance standards and best practices.
– Provide counsel on board matters, shareholder agreements, and related corporate issues.

Contract Management
– Review, draft, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and legal documents to protect the company’s interests.
– Oversee the maintenance of a centralized contract repository for efficient management and tracking.

Litigation and Dispute Resolution
– Manage and oversee litigation, arbitration, and other dispute resolution matters.
– Coordinate with external counsel when necessary, ensuring cost-effective and efficient management of cases.

Leadership and Team Management
– Lead, mentor, and manage the legal team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
– Allocate resources effectively to address priorities and ensure team success.

Stakeholder Engagement
– Collaborate with external regulatory bodies, law firms, and key stakeholders to address legal and compliance matters.
– Serve as the primary point of contact for legal and compliance-related inquiries.

  • Head of Legal for Fintech Firm

    2 days ago

    Quezon City, National Capital Region, Philippines WHR Global Consulting Full time ₱1,200,000 - ₱3,600,000 per year

    POSITION TITLE:Head of Legal for Fintech FirmWORK LOCATION:Eastwood City, Libis, Quezon CityJOB SUMMARY:The Head of Legal will lead the legal department, providing strategic legal counsel to the organization and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. This role involves managing legal risks, advising on corporate governance, negotiating...

  • Head of Legal Counsel

    2 days ago

    Quezon City, Philippines WHR Global Consulting Full time

    POSITION TITLE: Head of Legal Counsel WORK LOCATION: Eastwood City, Libis, Quezon City QUALIFICATIONS: – Juris Doctor (JD) degree or equivalent, admission to the Bar is required – Minimum of 10 years of progressive legal experience – Experience in corporate, commercial, or regulatory law, ideally within the financial services or technology...

  • Head of Legal Compliance

    5 days ago

    Makati City, National Capital Region, Philippines GoRocky Full time ₱4,500,000 - ₱7,000,000 per year

    Head of Legal, Compliance & Government AffairsGoRocky is seeking a senior lawyer to lead its legal, compliance, and government affairs functions. This role will serve as the company's in-house counsel, compliance head, and main liaison to government regulators and law firms. The candidate will handle both strategic legal work (contracts, governance,...

  • Merchant Acquisition Head for FinTech

    4 weeks ago

    Quezon, Philippines WHR Global Consulting Full time

    Join to apply for the Merchant Acquisition Head for FinTech role at WHR Global Consulting 1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Merchant Acquisition Head for FinTech role at WHR Global Consulting Develops, sets and leads the team’s overall strategy in tapping merchant partners in alignment with the company's...

  • Head of Legal Counsel

    4 weeks ago

    Eastwood City, Libis, Quezon City, Philippines WHR Global Consulting Full time

    POSITION TITLE: Head of Legal Counsel WORK LOCATION: Eastwood City, Libis, Quezon City QUALIFICATIONS: – Juris Doctor (JD) degree or equivalent, admission to the Bar is required – Minimum of 10 years of progressive legal experience – Experience in corporate, commercial, or regulatory law, ideally within the financial services or technology...

  • Merchant Acquisition Head for FinTech

    4 weeks ago

    Quezon City, Philippines WHR Global Consulting Full time

    Overview Merchant Acquisition Head for FinTech at WHR Global Consulting. Develops, sets and leads the team’s overall strategy in tapping merchant partners in alignment with ECPay’s strategies and imperatives. Responsibilities Determines and facilitates synergies between merchant and portfolio partners to maximize opportunities and revenue growth ...

  • Legal Associate

    15 hours ago

    Cebu City, Philippines Golda Lim Paredes Ruaya Law Firm Full time

    Overview Company Description Lim, Paredes, Ruaya ("LPR") Law Firm is a Cebu-based law firm with a focused practice in the fields of real property law and corporate law. Role Description This is a full-time on-site role in Cebu for a Legal Associate at LPR Law Firm. The ideal candidate will have strong legal research and writing skills and a keen analytical...

  • Legal Associate

    2 weeks ago

    Cebu City, Central Visayas, Philippines Golda Lim Paredes Ruaya Law Firm Full time ₱600,000 - ₱1,200,000 per year

    Company DescriptionLim, Paredes, Ruaya ("LPR") Law Firm is a Cebu-based law firm with a focused practice in the fields of real property law and corporate law.Role DescriptionThis is a full-time on-site role in Cebu for a Legal Associate at LPR Law Firm. The ideal candidate will have strong legal research and writing skills and a keen analytical mind. This...

  • Legal Associate

    3 days ago

    Cebu City, Philippines Golda Lim Paredes Ruaya Law Firm Full time

    Overview Role: Legal Associate (full-time, on-site) at LPR Law Firm in Cebu. The ideal candidate will have strong legal research and writing skills and a keen analytical mind. This role involves drafting legal documents, assisting with litigation, conducting due diligence, among other tasks. Qualifications Must be a lawyer Experience in legal research and...

  • Legal Writer

    4 days ago

    Cebu City, Central Visayas, Philippines Cavada & Aguilar Law Firm Full time ₱150,000 - ₱250,000 per year

    Company DescriptionWe are a medium-sized law firm based in Cebu City. We specialize in civil, ciminal and labor law. We do litigation, contracts and acquisitions.Role DescriptionWe need LEGAL WRITERS who can write articles for our website.QualificationsStrong legal research and writing skillsExcellent proofreading and editing skillsWorking knowledge of...