Corporate and Commercial Legal Dept. Head/Manager | PJL,Inc.

The position will handle the corporate and commercial legal requirements of the group of companies. The position shall provide all kinds of legal assistance and advice to corporate management on matters relating to corporate housekeeping, business formation, mergers and acquisitions, reorganization or structuring of business, and other business activities of the group of companies, within the limits prescribed by law and corporate policies. This position also ensures that the legal rights of the group of companies are protected, defended and enforced in all phases of its activities. It also maintains effective liaison with legislative, judicial and regulatory agencies and oversees information flow and ensures correctness of documentation.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Policy Recommendation

1. Recommends policies, practices and procedures for the approval of the Corporate and Commercial Division Head to ensure the effective and efficient flow of work within the Corporate and Commercial Division.

2. Renders timely and accurate legal advice/ opinion to the group of companies and on projects and programs with corporate and commercial legal implications and requirements.

3. Provides opinions on policies set by the company.

Corporate Legal Compliance, Protection and Assurance

1. Interprets laws, rulings and government regulations.

2. Performs corporate housekeeping and corporate secretarial services, such as preparation of certifications issued by Corporate Secretary, minutes of meeting and board resolutions

3. Assists in the conceptualization of all related documents required by the company for its business and other dealings

4. Identifies and recommends proactive measures to minimize or eliminate potential legal issues.

5.Continuously studies laws, statutes, decisions, and ordinances of courts and quasi - judicial bodies related to corporate and commercial law.

6. Guides company officers and managers on regulatory and compliance matters.

Documentation and Notarization

1. Prepares and reviews contracts and other documents with corporate and commercial law or business implications.

2. Renders notarial services

Coordination with External Legal Counsel and Other Agencies

1. Identifies, evaluates and recommends (for approval of the Corporate and Commercial Division Head) external legal counsel to provide advice and service in the implementation of corporate goals and activities

2. Consults and coordinates with the external legal advisors and regulatory agencies

3. Ensures that external legal counsels perform their responsibilities promptly and competently by regularly reviewing their performance and monitoring their output

4. Maintains effective liaison relationships with legislative, judicial, and regulatory agencies

Management Leadership

Supervises and evaluates the performance of direct reports.

Others

1. Assist in maintaining the central files of all legal documents and records of the Corporate and Commercial Division.

2. Keeps management aware of the types of actions that require legal consideration

3. Participates actively during staff meetings, training programs and other professional development work

4. Suggests alternative methods to business processes which may or may not necessarily involve the Corporate and Commercial Division

5. Makes recommendations on matters pertinent to business operations and other related activities

6. Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of Bachelor of Laws/ Juris Doctor; Licensed Attorney;
• Experience: At least three (3) years experience as an In-House Counsel with experience acting as Corporate Secretary or Assistant Corporate Secretary, corporate and commercial law and advocacy. Preferably with exposure to real estate, banking and commercial laws
• Specific Knowledge: Strong knowledge on commercial and corporate laws, corporate housekeeping, corporate governance.