About the Role:
Alibaba Group is seeking an experienced senior legal counsel to lead the legal function in the Philippines, and serve as the key adviser to management in respect of strategic projects and business activities in the Philippines.
Key Responsibilities:
- Be a pragmatic and forward-looking adviser to the senior management: Able to anticipate and develop response framework in respect of regulatory developments impacting Alibaba's businesses in the Philippines (including e-commerce, cloud services, and logistics)
- Strategic risk management: Lead response to regulatory investigations and litigation, coordination with other relevant functions like International Government Relations and Public Relations.
- Team management: Build and lead a high-performing team in the Philippines to manage the legal work with the adoption of technology and AI-enabled solutions, with a focus on bringing practical and balanced solutions to the business.
- Execution of projects and business initiatives: Drive the drafting, review and execution of projects and business initiatives, such as new product launches and corporate transactions.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Minimum of 15 years of experience, with at least 8 years of experience working in an in-house setting
- Minimum of 5 years of team management experience
- Qualified attorney in the Philippines
- Strong business acumen and risk judgment
- Able to roll up your sleeves and work alongside a lean team
- Expertise in TMT industry is preferred
