We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Senior Legal Manager to lead our Legal and Corporate Governance function within a fast-growing Healthcare BPO environment.
This is a corporate legal role focused on overseeing Manila-based legal operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and strengthening governance frameworks across the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage all legal matters for the Manila operations, including corporate, commercial, and regulatory issues
- Provide expert legal advice to senior leadership on business decisions, risk mitigation, and compliance requirements
- Oversee corporate governance practices, ensuring adherence to local laws, industry regulations, and internal policies
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including client agreements, vendor contracts, and partnership arrangements
- Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, data privacy laws, and BPO-specific legal requirements
- Manage and mentor the local legal team, fostering high performance and professional development
- Liaise with external counsel, regulatory bodies, and internal stakeholders as needed
- Support audits, investigations, and dispute resolution matters
Qualifications:
- Licensed lawyer in the Philippines
- Proven experience in a corporate legal role, preferably within a BPO or shared services environment
- Strong background in managing legal teams
- Solid knowledge of Philippine corporate law, labor law, and healthcare-related regulations
- Demonstrated experience in corporate governance and compliance frameworks
- Excellent contract drafting and negotiation skills
- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in healthcare or healthcare BPO industry
- Familiarity with data privacy and international compliance standards
