Corporate Counsel - Senior Associate (Managerial Rank)

Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Terence Leong

Contact email: terence@aurora-talent.com
Job ref: 35369
Published: 3 months ago

A client of ours is a leading solar developer in the Philippines, specializing in providing sustainable energy solutions. They focus on solar power projects and renewable energy services for C&I clients and are actively looking for someone with your experience to join them as a Corporate Counsel - Senior Associate (Managerial Rank).

 

This is a regular / permanent role and hybrid working setup.

 

 

Responsibilities:

 

Renewable Energy Project Development

  • Provide legal expertise on renewable energy project development (solar) in the Philippines.
  • Draft, review, negotiate relevant contracts (PPAs, O&M, EPC, lease agreements, JDAs).
  • Advise on compliance with local energy laws and regulations.

 

Debt & Project Finance

  • Provide legal support for debt financing and project finance transactions.
  • Advise on compliance with conditions subsequent, financial covenants, documentation requirements.

 

Corporate Transactions & M&A

  • Lead corporate transactions (mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures) in the Philippines.
  • Draft, review, negotiate legal documents (share purchase agreements, subscription agreements, disclosure schedules, etc.).
  • Conduct due diligence, identify legal and regulatory issues.
  • Serve as legal point of contact for external parties.
  • Advise on transaction structuring, risk management, post-transaction integration.
  • Ensure compliance with conditions subsequent, financial covenants, documentation requirements.

 

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management

  • Develop and implement policies for legal and regulatory compliance.
  • Collaborate with teams to identify and mitigate legal risks.
  • Represent the company in negotiations with regulatory bodies.
  • Stay updated on legislative changes and industry trends.

 

Corporate Governance

  • Advise on corporate governance matters.
  • Assist in preparing board and shareholder materials.

 

General Legal Support

  • Provide legal training and guidance to internal teams.
  • Manage existing legal documentation and contracts.
  • Manage relationships with external legal advisors.

 

Qualifications:

  • 5+ years relevant legal experience in corporate, energy, transactions, documentation, debt financing, tax, M&A in the Philippines.
  • (Certified Public Accountant) CPA is a plus
  • JD degree from accredited law school and Philippine Bar admission.
  • Preferred: Industry experience with Philippine renewable energy regulations, environmental compliance, energy market structures.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, decision-making skills.
  • Effective communication skills, ability to convey complex legal concepts.
  • High level of integrity, professionalism, attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively.