Governance & Legal Associate (Legal and Compliance Officer)
Lendi Group View all jobs
- Makati City, Metro Manila
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Innovation at Our Core - We challenge the status quo and push boundaries to create better solutions.
- Work with the Best - Collaborate with some of the brightest minds in fintech, financial services, and strategy.
- Make an Impact - Contribute to meaningful projects that shape our business and the future of property finance.
- Grow & Evolve - Develop your skills and advance your career in a fast-moving, purpose-driven environment.
- Support the management and administration of the Lendi Group Board, Board Committees, and internal management or project committees, ensuring professional governance standards and smooth operation.
- Prepare and format Board and Committee papers, agendas, minutes, resolutions, and related documentation under GC direction.
- Maintain corporate records, statutory filings, governance registers, and compliance calendars.
- Manage Board Hub and Confluence governance spaces, including version control, access, and archiving.
- Coordinate meeting logistics, scheduling, communication and documentation flow between directors and management.
- Support continuous improvement in governance frameworks, policy documentation, and process automation.
- Assist in maintaining the CoSec resource centre and compliance calendars.
- Draft and review template-based legal correspondence, notices, and internal advice.
- Conduct legal research, including based on Australian obligations, and prepare summaries of relevant laws, regulatory updates, and rulings.
- Assist with document collation for external counsel, regulators, and auditors.
- Liaise with internal teams on policy implementation and compliance documentation.
- Assist in the monitoring and supporting compliance with Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012 and associated National Privacy Commission (NPC) issuances.
- Assist in maintaining and reviewing privacy documentation, data processing agreements, and internal privacy registers.
- Support training and awareness initiatives on privacy obligations for PH-based personnel.
- Liaise with Lendi Group's Data Protection Officer (DPO) and Legal team to align PH compliance requirements with Group standards.
- 2-4 years' experience in legal, governance, or compliance-related roles.
- Juris Doctor (JD) graduate is a great advantage.
- Licensed attorney and member of the Philippine Bar is highly preferred.
- Strong English communication skills (written and verbal).
- Proven attention to detail, confidentiality, and organisational discipline.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Confluence, and online collaboration tools.
- Understanding of the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Philippines) and familiarity with international data protection principles.
- A vibrant, relaxed, yet professional culture.
- We offer a hybrid working arrangement designed to support work-life balance while fostering meaningful connection and collaboration, with a requirement to work from our Makati office at least once a month
- Holistic wellbeing programs offering 24/7 support
- Comprehensive HMO coverage for you and one free dependent, along with life insurance starting from Day 1.
- Access to 25 days of leave, made up of 20 vacation days and 5 sick days.
- Monthly internet subsidy to help you stay productive at home.
- Access to ongoing training and clear pathways for growth and promotion as part of your career journey with us.
- Access to all government-mandated benefits, including SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG.