Legal Counsel

1 day ago

Taguig, National Capital Region, Philippines GCash Full time ₱1,500,000 - ₱2,500,000 per year

Do you want to take the first step in making Filipinos' lives better everyday? Here in GCash we want to stay at the forefront of the FinTech industry by creating innovative, meaningful, and convenient financial solutions for the nation G ka ba? Join the G Nation today

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Represent the Company in all litigation matters where the company is or may become a party, including but not limited to, criminal, civil, and administrative cases.
  • Manage Quasi-Judicial Proceedings by representing the company before agencies such as the DOLE, NLRC, DTI, and BSP, often in collaboration with external counsel.
  • Handle Litigation Support and Cases outside the scope of the Compliance Group, including responding to Notices of Garnishment, Small Claims, and Demand Letters.
  • Oversee Civil, Criminal, and Labor Cases filed by or against the company's various entities (GFI, GXI, or FLI).
  • Provide Support for Contracts by reviewing litigious contracts and provisions.
  • Advisory and Internal Counsel
  • Advise the Company's Executives on all matters that may result in probable litigation.
  • Provide Legal Advice and Counsel to all departments when necessary.
  • Support Customer Experience (CX) teams with legal advice on matters requiring Executive Escalations, waivers, and claims.
  • Support Operations regarding the implementation and remedies in case of breach of contracts, terms and conditions.
  • Operations and Fraud Coordination
  • Support Operations by providing legal guidance on implementing contracts, terms, and conditions, and determining remedies for breaches.
  • Develop and implement strategies for preventive litigation to proactively minimize the company's legal exposure.
  • Lead internal coordination on all legal matters related to fraud cases, including advising on evidence gathering, regulatory reporting, and appropriate legal action.
  • Labor and HR Support
  • Advise and Recommend to the Human Resource Group (HRG) on matters relating to labor relations and employees' positive discipline.
  • Assist HRG in the preparation of documentary proofs against an erring employee and in the execution of Notice to Explain and Notice of Decision.
  • Assist in Administrative Proceedings involving employees' misconduct and disciplinary proceedings, especially when the employee is represented by counsel.
  • Special Projects
  • Work on special projects and those assigned by the Head-Litigation and Chief Legal Officer (CLO).

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Superior knowledge and understanding of law, particularly in litigation, labor, and relevant regulatory areas.
  • Proven experience in handling civil, criminal, and administrative cases.
  • Core Competencies
  • Above-average communication skills (written and verbal) for clear articulation of legal positions.
  • High-level of interpersonal skill to effectively interact with various stakeholders, including court personnel, partners, and internal teams.
  • Business Know-how or the ability to comprehend and incorporate business decisions into legal strategy.
  • Aptitude to learn new areas of the law quickly and effectively.
  • Highly honed organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple complex cases simultaneously.
  • Capable in initiating a negotiation process and driving favorable outcomes for the company.
  • Demonstrated Integrity in dealing with stakeholders, partners, external parties, and the court.

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