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Duty Post: Head Office, Taguig City
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Department: Legal
Contract Type: Permanent
Work Group: WG3
Professional Level: Experienced
Reporting to: Legal Director - Philippines
Legal Business Partner - Manager
TheLegal Business Partner Managerprovidesstrategic and hands‑on legal supportto Marketing and General Management functions, acting as a trusted legal advisor and business partner. The role supports the business during atemporary coverage periodand works closely with the Legal Director, in‑house lawyers, and key functional stakeholders.
This position plays a critical role in ensuring that commercial initiatives, programs, and operations arelegally sound, compliant, and executed efficiently, while balancing business objectives and risk management.
As a Legal Business Partner, you will:
Act as theprimary legal business partnerto Marketing and selected General Management functions, providing strategic and day‑to‑day legal advice.
Review, draft, and negotiatecommercial contracts, agreements, and legal documents, ensuring risks are identified and mitigated while supporting business objectives.
Provide legal support onmarketing programs, activations, and initiatives, from national to territory level, ensuring compliance from ideation to execution.
Advise business teams onapplicable laws, regulations, and local ordinances, particularly in relation to commercial, corporate, and regulatory matters.
Support the business ontobacco and product‑related regulatory requirements, in coordination with the Legal Director.
Oversee and supportcorporate housekeeping and entity reportorial requirementswith government agencies (e.g., SEC, BIR, BOC, NTA), ensuring timely and accurate filings.
Instruct and coordinate withexternal legal counselon matters affecting the business.
Support data protection initiatives by reviewing contracts and processes to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.
Collaborate closely with the Legal Director and in‑house Legal team to deliverresponsive and business‑focused legal services.
Manage ad hoc legal matters and projects as required to support business continuity during the temporary assignment.
Requirements:
Education & Certification
- Member of the Philippine Bar
- Bachelor of Laws or Juris Doctor degree from a reputable institution
Experience
- At least5 years of legal experience, preferably from:
- A reputable law firm with exposure to commercial, corporate, labor, litigation, or regulatory law and/or
- An in‑house legal role supporting business or commercial functions
- Prior experience working closely withMarketing, Commercial, or General Management stakeholdersis a strong advantage.
- Exposure to FMCG, highly regulated industries, or large‑scale commercial operations is preferred but not mandatory.
Skills & Competencies
- Strongbusiness partnering and stakeholder managementskills
- Excellentcontract drafting, review, and negotiationcapability
- Sound judgment with the ability to balance legal risk and business needs
- Strong verbal and writtenEnglish communication skills
- Detail‑oriented, organized, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
What to Expect
At JTI, you will work in ahigh‑impact, fast‑paced legal environmentwhere Legal is deeply embedded in the business.
As a Legal Business Partner Manager (Temp), you can expect:
- Direct exposure tostrategic commercial and marketing initiatives
- Close collaboration with senior stakeholders and experienced in‑house lawyers
- Meaningful responsibility and autonomy as a trusted legal advisor
- A role that valuespracticality, accountability, and partnership, not just legal theory
Are you ready to join us Build your success story at JTI. Apply now!
Next Steps:
After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor Assessment tests Interviews Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.
At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any specific support, alternative formats, or have other access requirements, please let us know.
