Associate Legal Counsel – Commercial, Disputes or Fintech

About the role

Our client is a leading Southeast Asian e‑commerce platform operating a fast‑growing marketplace in the Philippines. They are seeking qualified lawyers to join the in‑house legal team across several focus areas, including commercial contracts, disputes & compliance, and fintech corporate matters.

Key responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate and advise on vendor, service, partnership, procurement, marketing and technology contracts.
• Provide commercial and corporate legal advice, balancing risk with business objectives.
• Handle labour and employment disputes, including illegal dismissal and labor‑only contracting, and represent the company before DOLE, NLRC and other tribunals.
• Manage consumer disputes and ensure regulatory compliance for the platform.
• Advise business units on legal and regulatory requirements for digital payments, fintech, banking, financial services and data‑privacy matters.
• Support the launch of new fintech and e‑commerce products by identifying legal risks and delivering practical solutions.

Required profile

• Qualified lawyer admitted to practice in the Philippines (Called to the Bar).
• Approximately 3–6 years of post‑qualification experience.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and legal advisory abilities.
• Experience in a reputable law firm and/or an in‑house legal team.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and organisational skills.

Required skills