Legal Associate

Who We Are: At Kayana, we're shaping the future of technology by unlocking opportunities and driving progress at an accelerated pace. We push boundaries, expand horizons, and build on our legacy—supported by some of the country's most esteemed conglomerates and powered by the synergies of the MVP Group.Our mission is clear: to create abundant opportunities and pave the way for generational progress for Filipinos.Harnessing the power of data and technology, we are leading the charge in crafting a new world where individuals and businesses are seamlessly connected to a digital universe, enabling them to do more and be more.We're turning the impossible into possible. Sa Káyana, kaya na.Job Summary:The Legal Associate supports Káyana's commercial, regulatory, corporate governance, and legal operations requirements. The role works closely with business, technology, data, and corporate support teams to provide practical, risk-calibrated legal advice; support product development and strategic initiatives; negotiate and manage commercial transactions; and help ensure compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.This role offers broad exposure to emerging areas such as data and AI, digital advertising, fintech, payments, technology partnerships, and strategic commercialization initiatives, with opportunities for increasing ownership and leadership responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Contracting, Product Development, and Transaction SupportDraft, review, negotiate, and finalize commercial agreements, procurement contracts, technology-related agreements, and other legal documentation supporting business and operational requirements.Serve as a trusted legal advisor to Organizational Units by providing practical, risk-calibrated, and business-oriented guidance on strategic and operational matters.Partner with business units and other corporate support functions in structuring products, services, strategic partnerships, vendor engagements, and commercial arrangements.Develop legal frameworks and contractual structures that support Káyana’s products, services, operations, and strategic initiatives.Identify and mitigate legal and regulatory risks, provide practical, business-oriented legal advice and solutions.Support strategic transactions, procurement activities, commercial launches, pilots, and other initiatives across the organization.Corporate Governance, Regulatory, and Compliance SupportPrepare and maintain corporate governance documentation, corporate records, governance repositories, and other corporate housekeeping requirements.Coordinate board, stockholder, and committee meetings, and assist in SEC filings and other regulatory submissions.Conduct legal and regulatory research and prepare legal memoranda, advisories, opinions, and practical guidance on matters affecting the business.Provide practical, business-oriented legal advice and support to Organizational Units, escalating significant or complex matters to the Head of Legal.Monitor legal and regulatory developments, coordinate with regulators and external counsel, and support compliance with applicable laws and regulatory requirements.Legal Operations, Knowledge Management, and Capability BuildingMaintain and enhance legal workflows, contracting processes, repositories, templates, playbooks, and other legal knowledge resources to improve efficiency and scalability.Develop and maintain legal precedents, policies, standards, guidance materials, and best practices, and support legal training and self-service initiatives across the organization.Track contract status, turnaround times, workload metrics, and legal department KPIs, and prepare dashboards, reports, and management updates.

Qualifications

Member in good standing of the Philippine BarAt least 3-5 years of post-qualification legal experience, preferably involving commercial contracting and corporate governance in the TMT, Fintech, Data, AI, or other related fieldsPrior experience in a law firm or corporate legal department is preferredProficient in Microsoft Office applicationsEducation:Juris Doctor (J.D.) or Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)Preferred Skill/s:Strong legal drafting and contract negotiation skillsUnderstanding of corporate governance and corporate housekeeping requirementsStrong legal research and analytical skillsFamiliarity with data privacy, technology, fintech, and digital business modelsProject management and stakeholder management skillsExcellent written and oral communication skillsStrong attention to detail and organizational skillsAbility to manage multiple competing prioritiesApproaches problems with curiosity, resourcefulness, and willingness to learn and grow