Senior Compliance & Legal Officer

  • Pasay City, Metro Manila, Philippines
  • Full-Time
  • On-Site

Job Description:

Senior Compliance & Legal Officer

Responsibilities
● Draft, review, and maintain legal, compliance, and regulatory documentation to support business and governance requirements.
● Prepare and coordinate regulatory filings, reports, disclosures, and other compliance-related submissions.
● Manage and maintain fund-related documentation, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable regulations.
● Review, interpret, and support the implementation of contractual and legal requirements.
● Coordinate with internal stakeholders, external counsel, regulators, and other parties on legal and compliance matters.
● Monitor compliance obligations, deadlines, and reporting requirements to ensure timely completion.
● Maintain accurate records, documentation, and audit trails for regulatory and compliance purposes.
● Support process improvement initiatives to enhance governance, controls, and operational efficiency.
● Provide guidance and support on legal, regulatory, and compliance-related matters.

Qualifications
● College graduate, preferably with a degree in Law, Legal Management, or a related field.
● At least 5 years of experience in Legal and Compliance, with exposure to fund documentation; candidates from law firms are highly encouraged to apply.
● Direct experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating fund-related legal documents, including Limited Partnership Agreements (LPAs) and Side Letters.
● Experience handling regulatory reporting and compliance-related submissions.
● Strong understanding of legal documentation, contractual obligations, and regulatory requirements.
● Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
● Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and organizational skills.
● Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with cross-functional stakeholders.