[ref. t9890001] Commercial Attorney (Licensed or Bar Passer) | Work from Office
We're Hiring: Commercial Attorney (Licensed or Bar Passer)!
We are currently on the lookout for a Commercial Attorney (Licensed or Bar Passer) to join our team at Cloudstaff, the #1 workplace everywhere!
Role: Commercial Attorney (Licensed or Bar Passer)Work Arrangement: Work from Office
Location: Philippines - Makati
Schedule: Night shift
Job Description:
We are seeking a motivated Attorney (Licensed or Bar Passer) based in the Philippines to provide comprehensive legal support for a US/UK based client. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain international legal exposure while working remotely from the Philippines as part of a collaborative global legal team.
You will work closely with US and UK counsel, providing essential legal support and assistance across multiple jurisdictions. As supporting counsel, you will assist senior attorneys with various commercial transactions while also handling administrative legal tasks.This role is perfect for someone who enjoys supporting deal negotiations, has a passion for improving processes, and thrives as a collaborative teammate.
Key Responsibilities:
Commercial Legal Support- Provide legal support across a variety of departments and functions
- Drafting, negotiating, and advising on a variety of transactions and matters (ranging from sales agreements, operational agreements, statements of work, and NDAs).
- Assist in managing procurement processes by reviewing and managing vendor contracts and agreements.
- Provide administrative and back-office legal support to attorneys and the broader legal team.
- Assist with document management, filing, and legal administrative tasks.
- Support senior counsel with the management of internal projects
- Support efforts to improve contract management workflows and internal processes
- Help maintain internal legal resources and cross-departmental communications
- Support team and business across a variety of projects and functions
- Provide administrative and back-office legal support to attorneys and the broader legal team
- Work autonomously on assigned tasks while maintaining strong teamwork and regular communication with senior counsel
Non-negotiable skills & requirements:
- Licensed attorney or bar passer in the Philippines with at least 3 years of experience some of which will be working for an international law firm (with a connection to the US or UK) and some working on commercial transactions and some as an in-house counsel (for a commercial organisation).
- Strong understanding of US/UK legal principles
- Experience of working on commercial contracts and transactions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Detail-oriented, well-organized, and capable of managing multiple tasks efficiently
Preferred Experience:
- International legal experience or exposure
- Experience in technology transactions, procurement (vendor contracts) and compliance
- Experience working as an in-house attorney for technology focused business
- Project management experience
Key Skills and Attributes:
- An understanding and experience of transactions based on US/UK law
- Strong drafting skills.
- Ability to meet deadlines consistently and balance multiple transactions and matters.
- Excited about learning new things and developing knowledge in both legal and business matters
- Organized, productive, and efficient work style with an ability to manage projects
- Team player who enjoys working collaboratively
Working Environment:
- Remote work from the Philippines
- Collaborative virtual team environment
- Regular interaction with global legal team and business stakeholders
Perks & Benefits (Work From Office/Hybrid):
- Comprehensive health and life insurance on your 16th day of employment, covering 1 free dependent on the 16th day of employment
- Flexible leave credits which may be used for vacation, emergency and sick leaves
- Superb and exciting Mid-Year Parties – with items to give away and cash prizes!
- Endless opportunities for career advancement
- Exclusive ATM inside the office for employee's convenience
- Annual Performance Review with Salary Increase
- We set you up for success with a company-provided PC/Laptop and fiber internet connection
- Look forward to weekly office perks for work from office staff – Free Coffee, Meals and Beer Fridays!
- Top notch workplace with first class VIP lounge and game rooms
- Child friendly spaces to cater to the needs of employees with children, enhancing work-life balance
- Participate and join our CS Social Clubs and Special Interest Groups to connect with colleagues
- International career growth and connections
- Unlimited cash incentives for hired referrals
- Mental Wellness Employee Assistance program through Lifeworks
- In-house psychiatrist available to support employees' well-being
- Become part of the Employee Share Units program
- Cloudstaff Dream Points - To be used for bidding useful items like appliances, kitchenettes etc.
Established in 2005, Cloudstaff is a leading outsourcing company that empowers businesses to thrive through smarter talent solutions. We're passionate about creating a work environment that fosters your professional growth and overall well-being.
Why Cloudstaff is the #1 Workplace?- Award-winning Culture: We're committed to building the #1 Workplace Everywhere, with a proven track record of staff engagement initiatives and industry recognition
- Invest in You: We support your development through comprehensive training programs, mentoring and opportunities for career advancement
- Thrive as an Individual: We offer a strong work-life balance with flexible schedules, meaningful perks and a collaborative team environment.
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