Overview
Legal Counsel Jobs in Taguig, National Capital Region, Philippines at FUJIFILM Philippines Inc.
Title: Legal Counsel
Company: FUJIFILM Philippines Inc.
Location: Taguig, National Capital Region, Philippines
Company Description
Established in 2012, FUJIFILM Philippines Inc. is the sales subsidiary of FUJIFILM’s Asia Pacific regional headquarters. Renowned globally for its innovation, FUJIFILM Philippines has evolved beyond its photographic films legacy to deliver advanced products and solutions in electronics, photo imaging, industrial, graphic, and medical systems. With service centers in Cebu, Davao, and Makati City, the company is committed to addressing local needs and ensuring quality service. FUJIFILM Philippines has played a pivotal role in driving healthcare growth and operational efficiency in the local industry through its cutting-edge diagnostic imaging and healthcare solutions. For more information, visit www.fujifilm.com/ph.
About the Role
FUJIFILM Philippines Inc. is looking for a highly motivated, commercially minded, and solutions-oriented Legal Counsel to support the company’s operations across its business divisions, including healthcare, imaging, business innovation, information technology, and corporate services.
The role will provide practical and strategic legal advice to internal stakeholders, support commercial and regulatory matters, manage legal risks, and ensure compliance with applicable Philippine laws, industry regulations, and FUJIFILM global policies. The successful candidate is expected to work closely with management, business units, regional counterparts, and external counsel in a fast-paced multinational environment.
This position is ideal for a lawyer with strong commercial contracting, compliance, labor, and corporatedvisory experience who can balance legal protection with business practicality.
Key Responsibilities
Commercial Contracts & Legal Documentation
- Review, draft, negotiate, and advise on a wide range of commercial agreements, including: (i) distribution and reseller agreements; (ii) procurement and supply contracts; (iii) service agreement; (iv) maintenance and support agreements; (v) non-disclosure agreements; (vi) lease agreements; (vii) marketing and promotional agreements; and (viii) other business and operational contracts.
- Ensure contracts are aligned with company policies, regulatory requirements, and risk management standards.
- Provide legal interpretation and guidance on contractual obligations, liabilities, and dispute risks.
Business Advisory & Risk Management
- Provide strategic and practical legal advice to management and internal stakeholders on business operations, commercial transactions, and operational risks.
- Assist business units in identifying legal, regulatory, compliance, and reputational risks and recommend appropriate mitigation measures.
- Support management in deal structuring, negotiations, and business initiatives.
Corporate Governance & Compliance
- Assist in ensuring compliance with: (i) Philippine corporate laws and regulations; (ii) Data Privacy Act and cybersecurity regulations; (iii) labor and employment laws; (iv) competition laws; (v) government procurement regulations; (vi) environmental and regulatory compliance requirements; and (vii) internal company policies and global compliance standards.
- Support internal investigations, administrative proceedings, compliance reviews, and policy implementation.
- Assist in conducting legal and compliance trainings for employees and business units.
Regulatory & Government Affairs
- Coordinate with government agencies, regulators, external counsel, and industry stakeholders regarding legal and compliance matters.
- Support permit, licensing, accreditation, and regulatory compliance requirements relevant to FUJIFILM Philippines’ operations, including healthcare and medical device-related matters where applicable.
- Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting the company and provide timely updates and recommendations.
Labor & Employment Support
- Assist in handling labor and employment concerns, including: (i) administrative investigations; (ii) disciplinary proceedings; (iii) policy interpretation; (iv) employee relations issues; and (v) coordination with external counsel in labor cases and proceedings.
Dispute Resolution & External Counsel Coordination
- Assist in managing disputes, claims, and litigation matters involving the company.
- Coordinate with external counsel on legal cases, regulatory matters, and legal opinions.
- Support documentation, evidence gathering, and case management activities.
- Assist in handling disputes, claims, litigation, and collection matters involving the company, including collection for sum of money cases, demand letters, settlement negotiations, and coordination with external counsel.
- Support documentation, evidence gathering, case strategy discussions, and case management activities for civil, labor, and regulatory proceedings.
Cross-Functional & Regional Collaboration
- Work closely with internal stakeholders across divisions, including Sales, Service, HR, Finance, IT, Compliance, and Operations.
- Coordinate with regional and global legal/compliance counterparts when necessary.
Support implementation of regional and global legal initiatives, policies, and compliance programs.
Supervisory / Managerial Functions
- Supervise and support junior legal or compliance personnel, where applicable.
- Assist in improving legal processes, contract management systems, and compliance workflows.
- Perform other legal, compliance, and corporate functions that may be assigned by management.
Qualifications & Experience
- Member in good standing of the Philippine Bar.
- At least three (3) years of relevant post-qualification experience in: corporate law, commercial contracts, compliance, labor, and employment; and/or regulatory advisory work.
- Experience in a multinational corporation, healthcare, medical devices, technology, manufacturing, or regulated industry is an advantage.
- Experience in handling collection matters, demand letters, civil litigation, or collection for sum of money cases is preferred.
- Experience appearing before courts, quasi-judicial agencies, or government bodies is an advantage.
- Strong experience in contract drafting, negotiation, and legal advisory.
- Exposure to data privacy, compliance investigations, and corporate governance matters is preferred.
- Experience dealing with government agencies and regulatory compliance matters is an advantage.
- Excellent English communication, drafting, and presentation skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal documentation management.
Key Competencies
- Strong legal judgement and analytical skills
- Commercially astute and business-oriented mindset
- Ability to balance legal risk with operational practicality.
- Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skill.
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
- Strong interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration abilities
- Solutions-oriented and proactive approach to legal and compliance issues
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work in a leading multinational company with a strong global brand.
- Exposure to diverse legal, compliance, regulatory, and commercial matters
- Collaborative and professional working environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and regional exposure
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
