Legal Counsel

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

📋 Description

• Prepare, assess, and negotiate various commercial agreements, including SaaS, service, and vendor contracts.

• Provide guidance to internal teams regarding legal positions and risks to facilitate informed business decisions.

• Counsel the HR department on personnel-related issues, including employment terms, contractor arrangements, and offboarding procedures.

• Create employment, contractor, and other HR-associated agreements and documentation.

• Manage corporate housekeeping tasks, which involve drafting and filing corporate documents while maintaining organized legal records.

• Enhance and develop internal legal processes, templates, and policies.

• Keep abreast of legal and regulatory changes pertinent to CoverGo’s operations.

• Assist technical and security teams on privacy and technology issues, including reviewing Data Processing Agreements and Security Addenda.

• Evaluate NDAs and monitor contract obligations, renewals, and deadlines.

• Oversee intellectual property matters and liaise with external counsel on IP filings and renewals.

• Engage with clients and third-party service providers regarding legal issues.

• Aid in RFP responses and client due diligence questionnaires.

• Collaborate with Legal Counsel, internal teams, and external counsel, and assist with other legal duties as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must hold a legal degree from a recognized institution.

• A minimum of 2 years of experience as a Legal Practitioner, Legal Assistant, Legal Officer, Paralegal, or in a similar capacity is required.

• Experience within a technology company is advantageous.

• Qualification to practice law in at least one jurisdiction is preferred (e.g., successfully passed the Philippine Bar Examination).

• Demonstrated experience in drafting, reviewing, and revising contracts.

• Significant experience with commercial contracts, corporate housekeeping, or employment issues is a strong advantage.

• Strong skills in legal research and analysis.

• Excellent organizational abilities, with a proven track record of managing multiple tasks efficiently.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in English, capable of conveying legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.

• High attention to detail and accuracy in legal documentation.

• Collaborative approach with the capability to work effectively in a team setting.

• Experience in litigation or corporate practice is a plus.

• Must be physically located in the Philippines.

🏝️ Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement.

• Flexible leave policies.

• Competitive remuneration package.

• Performance-based bonuses.

• Opportunities for company activities and events.

• Learning and development programs.

• International work environment.