- New role
- Setting up the organization
About Our Client
The hiring company is a growing organization operating within the financial services sector. Known for its expertise in banking and financial services, they are committed to providing tailored solutions to their clients.
Job Description
The key responsibilities of the Site Lead in the Philippines are:
- Lead endtoend legal entity setup, including registrations, permits, statutory filings, and compliance with labor, tax, and dataprivacy regulations.
- Coordinate with legal counsel, corporate secretaries, regulatory bodies, and government agencies (SEC, BIR, DOLE, LGUs, PEZA/BOI).
- Manage external partners such as consultants, auditors, brokers, vendors, and negotiate thirdparty contracts and service agreements.
- Oversee site selection, lease negotiations, facilities buildout, IT infrastructure setup, and ensure the site meets operational and regulatory standards.
- Drive strategic planning, project management, crossfunctional coordination, and executive reporting for entity and site establishment.
- Support early hiring, onboarding workflows, labor registrations (SSS, PhilHealth, PagIBIG), and foundational people policies and culture.
- Identify and mitigate legal, financial, operational, and security risks while establishing governance, internal controls, and audit readiness.
The Successful Applicant
A Successful Site Lead Should Have
- 7+ years experience in entity setup, site establishment.
- Experience in growing organizations is a strong advantage.
- Excellent project management and organizational skills.
- Strong understanding of local laws, regulatory requirements, and compliance frameworks. Ability to build relationships with government agencies and external partners.
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills. High attention to detail, risk awareness, and problem-solving capability.
- Proactive, strong leadership presence, high integrity and confidentiality
- Able to navigate ambiguity and build structure
What's on Offer
- Permanent role with potential for career growth.
- Collaborative and professional work environment.
If you are looking to advance your career in banking and financial services, this role offers an excellent opportunity. Apply now to join a dedicated team and make a difference!
Contact: Nielbert Dy
Quote job ref: JN-022026-6950635
