Associate Legal Counsel

Location: Taguig, National Capital Region Workplace: Hybrid Key Responsibilities: • Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts, including but not limited to sales contracts, vendor agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and service agreements. • Ensure that contracts comply with company policies, legal requirements, and industry standards, and revise contracts as necessary. • Coordinate with internal stakeholders and legal counsels to ensure that final draft contracts are agreed upon by all parties, routed for approval, and executed in a timely manner. • Prepare and update inventory of contracts and agreements of the Company, ensuring that all contracts are accurately documented, stored, and easily accessible. • Maintain an updated contract tracker to ensure that all contracts are within Contract Management radar, and provide effective communications to all stakeholders about the status of all active contracts. • Manage contract lifecycle, including contract initiation, execution, performance monitoring, and contract renewal or termination. • Develop and maintain contract templates, standard operating procedures, and contract management tools. • Conduct risk assessments and provide recommendations to mitigate contractual risks. • Monitor contract compliance and performance, and enforce contract terms as needed. • Stay up-to-date on changes in contract law, regulations, and industry trends. Qualifications: • Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Member of the IBP in good standing • Banking experience (at least 2-5 years experience as a Lawyer) • Demonstrated experience in contract administration or a related field, with at least 5 years of relevant experience. • Strong understanding of contract management principles and practices. • Familiarity with legal aspects of contracting including reading and interpreting contracts and related documentation, ability to prepare amendments, and ability to explain to stakeholders the specifics of the contracts. • Proficiency in contract review, negotiation, and administration, with a keen eye for detail in contract documentation. • Familiarity with contract management software.