Junior In-House Counsel

SUMMARY:

Considered as corporate generalists, who advises businesses on their legal obligations, rights and responsibilities, provides advice on business structures and evaluate ventures.

Serve as an in-house counsel handle and advise businesses and their employees on a variety of legal matters and projects. Take part in meetings, trials and other legal proceedings related to the company; Structure transactions, draft and check documents, negotiate deals, attend meetings and serve as committee member in every administrative hearing; Works to ensure that the provisions of an agreement are clear, unambiguous and won't cause problems for the company and their client in the future.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a law degree from a recognized university and passed the bar exam
• Must have 3+ years proven background on corporate law and commercial law
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills, along with the ability to communicate effectively with others at all levels of the organization
• Strong negotiation skills with both legal and financial/commercial issues

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Thorough understanding of office management procedures and control
• Familiar with financial and facilities management
• Proficient in MS Office specifically Excel
• With problem solving skill and possesses analytical mind
• Excellent organizational skills and has the ability to multitask
• Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships across all departments of J&T.
• Excellent negotiation and communications skills
• Administrative and managerial skills
• Analytical ability and strong attention to detail
• Computer skills

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Writes, checks, negotiates and executes agreements and of all contracts on behalf of the company.
• Offers counsel on a variety of business legal issues including all J&T subsidiaries.
• Advises executives within the company's procedures and processes pertaining to legal aspect.
• Works alongside other departments within the company together with the Legal specialists.
• Advises on contract status, legal risks, and the legal liabilities associated with different business deals J&T would like to enter into.
• Researches and anticipates legal issues against legal risks that could impact the company.
• Reviews J&T advertising and marketing materials to ensure that they are in compliance with legal requirements.
• Provides training to the company and its officers on legal topics for compliance will law rules and regulations.
• Attends company meeting for immediate legal consultation.
• Represents J&T in court or before government agencies.
• May serve as corporate Public Relations Spokesperson.

Working Conditions:

On-site, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From Php60,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person