Senior Corporate Legal Counsel

1 day ago


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

About the Role

We'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 & Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with corporate governance laws, holding company structures, and intercompany agreements.
  • Oversee Corporate Secretary functions, including board resolutions, shareholder meetings, SEC filings, and statutory disclosures.
  • Implement policies covering corporate governance, data privacy, anti-bribery, and workplace ethics.
  • Monitor foreign investment regulations and international business compliance requirements.

Employment Law & Employee Relations

  • Advise on multi-jurisdictional labor laws, employment contracts, and workplace regulations.
  • Provide legal guidance on workplace investigations, terminations, and disciplinary actions to ensure compliance.
  • Address risks related to discrimination, harassment, and workplace safety.

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management

  • Monitor and interpret corporate, labor, and foreign investment regulations to ensure adherence to local and international laws.
  • Conduct legal risk assessments and advise senior leadership on risk mitigation strategies.
  • Develop and enforce corporate risk management policies.

Mergers, Acquisitions & Foreign Investment

  • Provide legal support for M&A transactions, due diligence, and corporate restructuring.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate investment agreements, commercial contracts, and shareholder agreements.
  • Ensure cross-border transactions comply with foreign investment laws.

Stakeholder & Leadership Engagement

  • Serve as a trusted legal advisor to senior management, board members, HR, and business units.
  • Collaborate with finance, HR, and operations teams to align legal strategies with business objectives.
  • Manage external legal counsel for specialized corporate, M&A, and employment law matters.

What You Bring to the Table:

  • Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree from an accredited institution, with active bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.
  • Minimum of 10 years of legal experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership or high-level advisory role.
  • Expertise in corporate governance, regulatory compliance, labor law, and commercial transactions.
  • Proven experience in M&A, foreign investment regulations, and cross-border legal matters.
  • Background in corporate secretarial functions (Cor Sec) and holding company structures.
  • Strong skills in contract negotiation, dispute resolution, and legal risk management.
  • Ability to balance legal oversight with business objectives.

What's in it for you?

  • Work Setup: Full onsite
  • Office Locations: One World Place, 32nd St., BGC, Taguig City with potential travel to other global offices as needed.
  • Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
  • Perks: Competitive salary and benefits package, including health and life insurance, performance bonuses, and paid time off.

Nimbyx is a leading technology-focused venture capital firm based in Philippines, with offices in Canada and Seoul.

Ready to bring your A-game and join a team that's making waves in the tech industry? Apply now and let's make some legal magic happen

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