Legal Counsel

5 days ago

Quezon City, National Capital Region, Philippines FILSCAP Full time ₱600,000 - ₱1,200,000 per year

Legal Counsel (Music Industry)


Location
: 140 Sct. Rallos St, Diliman, Quezon City


Type
: Full-Time | On-site

We are looking for a pro-active, hard-working, and driven
Legal Counsel
to join our dynamic legal team. This is a unique opportunity for a legal professional with a passion for litigation and dispute resolution to work at the intersection of music and copyright protection.

The role is ideal for someone eager to help shape the future of copyright enforcement and collective rights management in the Philippines, while working alongside a team of dedicated professionals in a mission-driven organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the Senior Legal Counsel and General Counsel, the Legal Counsel will:

  • Handle civil, criminal, administrative, and other legal cases on behalf of the Society.
  • Develop and implement internal protocols for managing legal accounts and pending cases.
  • Manage relationships and coordinate with external legal counsel.
  • Provide regular updates and actionable recommendations regarding referred and on-going cases and legal matters.
  • Conduct administrative investigations and address labor-related concerns.
  • Perform corporate housekeeping tasks, including attending and documenting board and committee meetings, as needed.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate licenses and other agreements, as needed.
  • Monitor and ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
  • Provide legal advice to members, the Board of Trustees, and management.
  • Liaise with internal departments, local and international affiliates or rights management entities, and regulatory bodies.
  • Advocate for legal and policy reforms favorable to rightsholders through lobbying, position papers, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Carry out legal duties in accordance with the Society's policies and relevant regulations.
  • Take on other related tasks as assigned by superiors.

Qualifications:

  • Licensed to practice law in the Philippines.
  • At least
    3 years of relevant post-bar experience
    , with strong emphasis on
    litigation and dispute resolution
    .
  • Experience managing a large portfolio of cases; prior exposure to
    copyright infringement cases
    is a plus, but not required.
  • Solid understanding of
    remedial law
    and related legal procedures.
  • Experience in
    labor and employment law
    is advantageous.
  • Graduate of a
    reputable law school
    with an excellent academic background.
  • Must be a
    member in good standing
    of the
    Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP)
    .
  • Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
  • Demonstrated interest in the
    music industry, copyright law
    , and/or
    collective rights management
    .

Why Join Us?

  • We work at the forefront of legal issues in the music and creative industries.
  • We contribute to the protection of intellectual property and the advancement of music creators' rights.
  • Be part of a respected organization committed to excellence, integrity, and innovation.

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