Position Overview:

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Legal and Compliance Manager to join our start-up company. This role requires a strong legal background and a willingness to navigate the unique challenges of a start-up environment. The ideal candidate will provide strategic legal guidance across various departments and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic legal advice and guidance to various departments on a wide range of legal issues related to business operations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate various agreements and contracts.
• Assist in compliance matters related to disclosures, reports, submissions, and other requirements of relevant government and regulatory agencies.
• Optimize and implement the company's data privacy manual in compliance with data privacy laws, and represent the company in coordination with relevant government and regulatory agencies, particularly the National Privacy Commission (NPC).
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the immediate superior.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in law from a reputable university.
• Must be a licensed attorney.
• At least 5 years of work experience in a law firm or financial corporation, particularly in an OLP company, lending company, or financing company.
• Strong knowledge of general compliance matters and a solid understanding of legal terminology and principles.
• Related experience in data privacy and protection.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Willingness to embrace the fast-paced and evolving nature of a start-up environment.