Legal Officer

To replace the resigning Legal Officer and ensure continuity of legal support to the Bank. The position is responsible for identifying and managing legal risks, providing legal advice, reviewing contracts,  supporting the Legal Unit’s operations as well as DPO functions.

Job Responsibilities

1. Provide legal advice on the Bank’s day-to-day and ad hoc concerns.
2. Prepare and review contracts, including loan, lease, service, and treasury agreements.
3. Assess legal risks and recommend appropriate risk-mitigation measures.
4. Assist in the Legal Unit’s operational and administrative matters and internal reporting.
5. Coordinate with internal units, regional or head office teams, and external counsel.
6. Monitor and report actual or potential disputes and litigation.
7. Perform other legal work assigned by the Legal Unit Head, LCD Head, or Management.

Minimum Requirements

1. Member of the Philippine Bar in good standing.
2. At least four years of legal experience, including at least two years of corporate experience with a reputable law firm.
3. Experience in complex or large transactions, preferably financing transactions.
4. Knowledge of Philippine civil and corporate laws, legal enforcement risk, operational risk management, and banking or financial transactions.
5. Strong legal drafting, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.