Legal Counsel - Privacy and Technology (Fully Remote)

Overview

This role provides legal support for technology, security, and data privacy initiatives within a global, no-code insurance platform supporting health, life, and property & casualty (P&C) insurance.

• 100% Remote
• International environment
• Working with the technology and compliance needs of an insurtech organization
• Physically based in the Philippines

Responsibilities

• Serve as main legal support to the CIO, Head of Security, and tech team; translate technical specifications into precise legal language.
• Draft, review, and negotiate technical agreements, including:
  • Data Processing Agreements
  • Security Addenda
  • Other SaaS-related documents
• Review technical documents and reports (e.g., security policies and audit reports) and advise on legal and compliance risks.
• Work with the Data Privacy Officer to keep technical documents compliant with applicable data privacy laws (e.g., GDPR or local equivalents).
• Stay current on developments in data privacy, cybersecurity, AI governance, and intellectual property.
• Help develop and implement internal processes and policies to ensure adherence to technical and regulatory requirements.
• Support legal response to data breaches and security incidents, including:
  • Assessing notification obligations
  • Coordinating with internal teams
• Support internal teams in responding to RFPs and client due diligence questionnaires by reviewing legal and compliance sections and providing the organization’s legal positions.
• Assist with general legal matters, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements such as:
  • SaaS agreements
  • Service agreements
  • Vendor agreements
  • Advise internal teams on legal positions and risks to support business decisions.
• Collaborate with Legal Counsel, internal teams, external counsel, and clients; support other legal tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Legal degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Legal Practitioner, Legal Assistant, Legal Officer, Paralegal, or similar role.
• Qualified to practice law in at least one jurisdiction (e.g., passed the Philippine Bar Examination).
• Experience handling tech, privacy, or security matters (in a firm, in-house, or similar).
• Proven experience drafting, reviewing, and editing contracts.
• Demonstrated experience handling technical legal documents—specifically DPAs, security exhibits, and SaaS-related contracts (major advantage).
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English, including the ability to explain complex legal-tech concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Keen attention to detail and accuracy in legal documentation.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively within a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Specialized knowledge and practical experience in data privacy, intellectual property, or commercial tech law.
• Familiarity with security and privacy frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2) or privacy certifications (e.g., CIPP).
• Experience in a tech company (a plus, but not required).

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package
• Performance bonus
• Flexible leave
• Learning and development plan
• Company activities and events

Location

• Physically based in the Philippines
• 100% remote