Associate Counsel

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Philippines.

📋 Description

• Prepare, evaluate, and negotiate commercial contracts, including non-disclosure agreements, master service agreements, insertion orders, vendor contracts, amendments, and other business-related agreements.

• Assess legal and commercial risks in proposed contracts and offer practical advice to internal stakeholders.

• Assist senior legal management in formulating negotiation strategies, fallback positions, contract templates, clause libraries, and legal playbooks.

• Provide guidance to internal teams on common contractual inquiries and escalate higher-risk or unique issues as necessary.

• Perform legal research and create summaries related to Philippine and international laws, regulations, and compliance obligations.

• Aid with corporate governance, entity upkeep, regulatory submissions, and legal requirements concerning international operations.

• Support the data privacy initiative, including privacy-related inquiries, data protection clauses, and privacy standards.

• Contribute to employment, corporate, compliance, and general legal matters under the supervision of senior legal leadership.

• Keep precise records of contracts, corporate documents, legal counsel, and other legal materials.

• Collaborate with Finance, Sales, Revenue, Human Resources, Technology, Security, and other teams on contractual and legal duties.

• Assist with vendor onboarding, due diligence, security assessments, privacy evaluations, and related documentation.

• Help enhance legal processes, workflows, policies, training materials, and internal guidance.

• Stay updated on relevant legal and regulatory changes and communicate significant updates.

• Oversee assigned legal matters and projects from initiation to completion, with appropriate supervision and escalation.

• Provide additional legal and administrative assistance as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• Juris Doctor, Bachelor of Laws, or equivalent legal degree is mandatory.

• Active and good standing member of the Philippine Bar.

• Approximately two to four years of pertinent legal experience, ideally in commercial contracts, corporate law, data privacy, employment law, regulatory compliance, or in-house legal support.

• Previous experience in a law firm or corporate legal department is preferred.

• Experience supporting technology, media, marketing, software, advertising, or lead-generation sectors is advantageous.

• Strong basis in contract interpretation, legal research, issue identification, and legal writing.

• Capable of differentiating between significant legal risks and routine business concerns while recommending practical next steps.

• Comfortable working under the guidance of senior counsel while independently handling routine matters.

• Exceptional written and verbal English communication skills across email, Slack, video conferencing, and formal legal documents.

• Strong organizational and time-management abilities, with the capacity to handle competing priorities while ensuring accuracy.

• Highly attentive to detail without losing sight of broader business objectives.

• Inquisitive, resourceful, and willing to ask insightful questions when further guidance is necessary.

• Sound professional judgment and discretion in managing confidential or sensitive issues.

• Proactive and capable of taking ownership of tasks from start to finish.

• Able to function effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where priorities may rapidly change.

• Must be available to work U.S. business hours.

• A reliable computer, internet connection, and backup connectivity are required.

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the Philippines at the time of hire and maintain authorization throughout their employment.

• Pre-employment screening is mandatory.

🏝️ Benefits

• Career Growth: Progress through mentorship programs, leadership academies, and opportunities to influence company culture and DEI initiatives.

• Flex Fridays: Modify your 40-hour work week to enjoy a full or half day off on Fridays.

• Remote-First Culture: Work from the convenience of your home.

• Paid Time Off: Benefit from 14 days of annual paid leave, in addition to all standard Philippine government-declared holidays for relaxation and rejuvenation. Plus 5 extra days after 1 year.

• Comprehensive Coverage: Full enrollment in Philippine statutory benefits: SSS, PhilHealth, and HDMF.

• Healthcare: Corporate HMO Plan available for all full-time PH employees after two months of tenure.

• De Minimis Allowance: Monthly rice subsidy provided in accordance with government guidelines.

• Wellness Perks: Access to the Headspace app to support your well-being.

• Speaker Series Bonus: Participate in our monthly speaker series and earn a bonus.