Our client, a renewable energy company, is in search of a highly skilled Legal Counsel to enhance their Legal Department. This role will play an integral role in navigating the complex legal landscape of renewable energy, ensuring compliance and guiding strategic decisions. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of legal expertise combined with a keen understanding of the renewable energy industry, making a significant impact on the company's growth and operations.
Responsibilities:
- Offer expert legal guidance and support to upper management on a range of legal issues.
- Ensure the company's adherence to internal controls, statutory laws, rules, and regulations.
- Draft and review a variety of legal documents, including contracts, statements, and agreements.
- Facilitate land purchase negotiations for right-of-way acquisitions, coordinating with lot owners.
- Liaise with government agencies to secure necessary permits and licenses for development projects.
- Draft legal opinions, pleadings, and other documents for presentation to management, clients, courts, and governmental bodies.
- Stay abreast of changes in laws relevant to the company’s operations, contributing to the legal knowledge base.
- Support the Human Resource Department in maintaining compliance with labor laws and regulations.
- Ensure the company’s adherence to Data Privacy laws and regulations.
- Assist in creating policies and procedures to optimize the company's daily operations.
- Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned by senior management.
- Bachelor’s degree in Law.
- Member of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines.
- Deep understanding of administrative law and procedures.
- Exceptional organizational, prioritization, and time management skills.
- Proficient in arbitration and mediation.
- Minimum of five years’ experience as a legal practitioner.
- Outstanding communication, presentation, and interpersonal abilities.
Working Conditions:
- Willing to work in the head office with willingness for project site visits as required.
- Competitive monthly salary of 50K-80K PHP
- Paid Leaves
- 13th Month Bonus
- All other Statutory benefits
