Executive search firm Monroe Consulting Group is recruiting on behalf of a gaming and sport entertainment company. Our respective client is looking for a Deputy Legal Director who will oversee the organization's legal operations, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, managing legal risk, and providing strategic legal guidance. This role will be reporting to the Legal Director with osnite work set-up and is located in Taguig City.
Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Provide expert legal advice to senior leadership on a wide range of legal and regulatory matters.
- Assist in the development and implementation of legal strategies that support organizational goals.
- Develop and implement compliance programs aligned with PAGCOR, Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations, and other applicable Philippine laws.
- Drive full compliance with the Data Privacy Act, ensuring all organizational practices uphold data protection standards.
- Review, draft, and negotiate complex contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
- Lead or oversee litigation and dispute resolution matters, working closely with external counsel as needed.
- Monitor legal risk in corporate governance, business operations, and compliance, and recommend proactive measures.
- Support corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships.
- Oversee internal legal staff and delegate tasks appropriately; provide mentorship and development support.
- Ensure timely and effective compliance with local, national, and international laws, especially in regulated industries.
- Participate in board and executive-level meetings to provide legal input on key initiatives.
- Represent the organization in high-level negotiations and external engagements.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor's of law, must be a member of the Philippine Bar
- At least 10 yrs experience in legal with 5 years in leadership capacity
- Must have had experience in Hotel & Casino, iGaming Industry.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
- Excellent management and presentation abilities; goal-oriented with strong interpersonal skills.
- Physically and emotionally resilient, able to perform effectively under pressure in fast-paced environments.
- Flexible and resourceful in challenging and changing situations
