Legal Officer (Fully Remote)

Overview

This role supports legal operations for a global, remote organization in the insurtech space.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements (including SaaS, service, and vendor agreements) and advise internal teams on legal positions and risks to support business decisions.
• Advise HR on personnel matters, including employment terms, contractor engagements, and offboarding; draft HR-related agreements and documents, including employment and contractor agreements.
• Handle corporate housekeeping by drafting and filing corporate documents in compliance with applicable laws and regulations; maintain organized records of legal documents, contracts, and correspondence.
• Develop and improve internal legal processes, templates, and policies to streamline legal operations; stay current on relevant legal and regulatory developments.
• Support privacy and technology matters as needed, including reviewing Data Processing Agreements and Security Addenda.
• Review NDAs and track key contract obligations, renewals, and deadlines to ensure timely action.
• Track intellectual property matters and coordinate with external counsel on IP filings, renewals, and related activities.
• Communicate with clients and third-party service providers on legal matters, including contract negotiations and queries.
• Support internal teams in responding to RFPs and client due diligence questionnaires, including reviewing legal and compliance sections and providing the organization’s legal positions.
• Collaborate with Legal Counsel, internal teams, and external counsel; 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.
• Being qualified to practice law in at least one jurisdiction is an advantage (e.g., passed the Philippine Bar Examination).
• Proven experience drafting, reviewing, and editing contracts.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English, including the ability to explain legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
• Keen attention to detail and accuracy in legal documentation.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively within a team.
• Litigation or corporate practice experience is an advantage.
• Physically based in the Philippines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a tech company.
• Experience in commercial contracts, corporate housekeeping, or employment matters.

Compensation & Benefits

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

Location

• Philippines (physically based)

Work Arrangement

• 100% remote