Legal Counsel and Corporate Secretary

4 weeks ago


Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines Solar Candi Philippines Full time

Responsibilities will be focused on the following:

General Transaction and Counsel Support (preferred Projects and Infrastructure/construction background):

  • Support business development team, projects team and central legal team on all country matters in the negotiation and delivery of investments, including:
  • Assist with drafting and reviewing all project documentation for rooftop solar, ground-mounted solar for commercial and industrial customers (including power purchase agreements, engineering, procurement and construction contracts, Operations & Maintenance contracts)
  • Advise on regulations in the Philippines energy sector, electricity act and related regulations
  • Advise on existing shareholder arrangements or proposed joint venture arrangements
  • Accompany business development and projects leads to meetings with counterparties and customers, ability to negotiate and draft during the meeting and hold their own in front of senior legal and business professionals
  • General transaction support - assist with legal due diligence, legal structuring, and documentation, signing, and closing processes (including preparing, reviewing and collating conditions precedent documents), assistance with land issues and other project legal issues as they arise
  • Liaise and manage relationships with local governmental and regulatory authorities and bodies
  • Liaise with local legal and tax advisers, local employment and consultant agreements
  • Advise on contractual structures for various energy service contracts including heating and cooling solutions, energy efficiency
  • Assist with finance transactions, corporate M&A documentation and drafting share purchase agreements, MOUs as required from time to time.

Corporate Secretarial and Governance

  • Act as/supervise Corporate Secretaries for the Philippine investment and holding companies as required and carry out the following general corporate secretary duties
  • Manage local investment structures and assisting in incorporation of tax efficient structures
  • Ensure all corporate approvals (board and shareholders' resolutions and corporate certificates) for all corporate matters for all country entities
  • Carry out ad-hoc regulatory and ROC related forms and filings such as increase and allotment of authorized share capital
  • Ensure periodic board meetings in country, taking minutes as required
  • Ensure all corporate filings, record-keeping, and KYC for all country entities
  • Ensure any applicable regulatory reporting is carried out
  • Ensure ongoing compliance and reporting with local debt documents, project documents and shareholder and investment agreements
  • Implement Anti-Bribery, Anti-Money Laundering and Anti-Corruption policies and procedures and provision of training on same
  • Brief central legal team on compliance and governance matters
  • Manage local permits / licenses and maintenance/reporting under same

Requirements and Qualifications:

  • Experienced lawyer with at least 3-5 years spent in reputed national law firms or similar renewable energy companies
  • Competent knowledge and use of Microsoft offices
  • Substantial experience in Energy and Infrastructure, whether in law-firms or in-house, a plus
  • Knowledge of and experience of working in renewable energy a plus
#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines IPM Construction & Dev. Corp. Full time

    Job DescriptionAbout the role:We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Corporate Legal Counsel to join our dynamic legal team. The successful candidate will primarily focus on reviewing and drafting contracts, providing legal advice, conducting legal research, and assisting in various corporate and commercial legal matters.Review, draft, and...


  • Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines Inspire Brands Asia Full time

    About the RoleThe Paralegal Operations Specialist will play a critical role in supporting the Chief Legal & Risk Officer and Deputy General Counsel in ensuring compliance with company secretarial and corporate housekeeping matters.This position requires a high degree of organization, attention to detail, and effective communication skills. The successful...


  • Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines Nimbyx Philippines Inc. Full time

    About the RoleWe're looking for a business-driven Senior Legal Counsel to oversee corporate governance, regulatory compliance, employment law, and M&A. You'll navigate global regulations, foreign investments, and corporate structures while advising senior leaders on risk and strategy.What You'll Be Up To:Corporate Governance & ComplianceEnsure compliance...


  • Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines Theoria Medical Full time

    HR Director, Corporate Counsel, and Corporate Secretary2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsCompensation: Php 70,000 to Php 90,000 All-InJob Location: Remote (Philippines)Job Highlights:Paid Time Off: Relax and recharge with paid vacation and sick leaves.Bonus Boost: Enjoy an extra bonus with our 13th month pay.Weekends Free: Say goodbye to work on...


  • Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines Theoria Medical Full time

    HR Director, Corporate Counsel, and Corporate Secretary1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsCompensation: Php 70,000 to Php 90,000 All-InJob Location: Remote (Philippines)Job Highlights:Paid Time Off: Relax and recharge with paid vacation and sick leaves.Bonus Boost: Enjoy an extra bonus with our 13th month pay.Weekends Free: Say goodbye to work on...


  • Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines Theoria Medical Full time

    HR Director, Corporate Counsel, and Corporate Secretary3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsCompensation: Php 70,000 to Php 90,000 All-InJob Location: Remote (Philippines)Job Highlights:Paid Time Off: Relax and recharge with paid vacation and sick leaves.Bonus Boost: Enjoy an extra bonus with our 13th month pay.Weekends Free: Say goodbye to work on...

  • Legal Counsel

    3 weeks ago


    Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines Copenhagen Infrastructure Service Co. Full time

    Copenhagen Infrastructure Service Company (CISC) – a company working exclusively for the global fund management company Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP), is currently looking for a Legal Counsel to join the team in Metro Manila, Philippines.The roleCISC will take on "owner's responsibility" for supporting originating, as well as developing and...


  • Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines Frontier Tower Associates Philippines Inc. Full time

    About the roleAs the Junior Legal Counsel at Frontier Tower Associates Philippines Inc., you will play a vital role in providing strategic legal support and counsel to the organization. This full-time position is based in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City, Metro Manila. You will be responsible for advising on a range of corporate matters to support the...

  • Senior Legal Counsel

    3 weeks ago


    Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines Petnet Inc. Full time

    Your Impact on the BusinessThe Senior Legal Counsel shall ensure that Petnet, Inc. operates within the bounds of the law at all times. He or she will report to the Head of Legal Services and will be responsible for providing advice on a variety of legal matters including but not limited to obligations and contracts, financial regulations, data privacy...


  • Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines TKG Lifestyle Inc. Full time

    About the PositionThe Director of Legal Affairs and Corporate Secretariat will be responsible for overseeing the company's legal affairs and corporate secretariat functions. The successful candidate will have experience in providing strategic counsel to executives and managing complex legal matters.Main Responsibilities:Legal Affairs: Oversee the company's...

  • Legal Counsel

    2 weeks ago


    Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines Filipino Society Of Composers, Authors & Publishers Inc. Full time

    We are looking for an ambitious, hard-working and driven LEGAL COUNSEL with an interest in litigation and dispute resolution in the music industry, particularly in the field of music copyright and collective rights management.The Legal Counsel is primarily expected to handle a high volume of civil, criminal, and administrative cases, mainly copyright...


  • Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines N K Consultants Full time

    Lead General Counsel for Corporate Governance RoleAbout the Job:We are seeking an experienced Lead General Counsel to join our team at N K Consultants. In this role, you will be responsible for providing strategic legal counsel to senior management on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and litigation matters.Key Responsibilities:Develop and...

  • Corporate Secretary

    1 week ago


    Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines AMA Computer College Inc., Full time

    Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly skilled Corporate Secretary to join our team at AMA Computer College Inc. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating Board and Board Committee Briefing Packages, including preparing agendas, editing reports, and managing the calendar.The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) or...

  • Corporate Secretary

    2 weeks ago


    Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines Inspire Brands Asia Full time

    Job Description:We are seeking a skilled Paralegal Operations professional to join our team at Inspire Brands Asia. As a key member of our corporate secretarial department, you will play a critical role in ensuring compliance with company secretarial and corporate housekeeping matters.Main Responsibilities:Manage lease agreements for all group companies,...


  • Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines Doubledragon Corporation Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Corporate Legal Counsel - Compliance Specialist to join our team at Doubledragon Corporation. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing legal support and advice to company executives and business unit heads to ensure compliance with Philippine laws and government regulations.

  • Legal Counsel

    3 weeks ago


    Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines Lennor Group Full time

    About Lennor GroupAs a proud Filipino company, we are committed to providing world-class business and workforce solutions. Our deep market expertise, combined with a global perspective, empowers us to serve businesses of all sizes and industries efficiently.Our brand, Lennor Metier, is a leading recruitment agency and headhunting firm in the Philippines,...

  • Legal Department Head

    2 weeks ago


    Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines TKG Lifestyle Inc. Full time

    About the RoleThe Legal Manager will be responsible for providing counsel to executives on various legal topics, creating and reviewing agreements, managing employment contracts, developing and enforcing policies, representing the company in labor cases, supporting mergers and acquisitions, performing corporate secretarial duties, and managing records and...


  • Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines Chaves Hechanova and Lim Law Offices Full time

    Job Description:We are seeking a highly skilled Executive Secretary to provide administrative and clerical support to our team of attorneys. As the executive secretary, you will be responsible for overseeing a range of tasks, including researching case information, scheduling meetings, and filing documents.In this role, you will have the opportunity to work...


  • Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines Copenhagen Infrastructure Service Co. Full time

    About the RoleWe are looking for a Philippine-licensed attorney with solid legal knowledge and at least 4 to 6 years of experience practicing law in reputable law firms and/or in-house positions.Key ResponsibilitiesManage corporate documentation, shareholder reporting, and company secretarial work;Evaluate and implement regulatory requirements and compliance...

  • Legal Counsel

    4 weeks ago


    Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines Zenith Capital Credit Group Corp, Full time

    Key Responsibilities:Legal Advisory and ComplianceProvide legal advice and guidance to the executives on corporate, regulatory, and operational matters.Ensure the Company's compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.Review and interpret new regulations and legislation to assess their impact on the Company's operations.Develop and...