Legal Manager

Job ID: 2880Location: MakatiCompany: AP Renewables Inc.Department: Stakeholder Relations & Permitting, Right-Of-Way,Employment Type: ProbationaryWork Arrangement: HybridThe Legal Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and guiding all functions related to legal and compliance issues for ARI Corp and ARI BUs. The position holder collaborates in the development and implementation of strategies and manages the smooth operation of all day-to-day activities pertaining to all functions of the Legal and Compliance Team of SRRL.Outcomes Expected And ResponsibilitiesProvides legal advice on legal, regulatory and compliance issues, whether industry or non-industry related (eg, energy, labor, safety, health and environment issues, regulatory, permitting, land, contracts)Conducts due diligence on land and other legal matters, as neededCoordinates with external counsel for legal and compliance issuesBuilds partnerships with and manages identified stakeholders, with respect to all legal & compliance issues.Coordinates and implements strategies on compliance monitoring and audit, to ensure that all permits/contracts/agreements/compliance issues are property tracked and timely complied with for all ARI BUsConducts legal research and develops reference materials as neededDrafts contracts, legal opinions, contracts, agreements and other legal documents as neededStays current on relevant industry and government compliance programs related to renewable energy and provides updates regarding changes in legislation, regulations and other requirements that may result in organizational response.Attends public consultations with relevant external stakeholders to represent ARI interestsRepresents ARI and ARI BUs in legal proceedings, as required, and negotiates with identified stakeholders for legal and compliance issuesFacilitates timely completion of compliance matters by coordinating with relevant internal teams for submissions.Manages and ensures the regular coordination of with identified Legal and Compliance stakeholders to ensure open communication linesEnsures and implements proper filing of legal documents, compliances and permits.Reports progress of all legal and compliance issues to team leaders.Coordinates with other departments for the necessary information or assistance required for the timely submission of all legal and compliance requirementsManages the Legal and Compliance team members to ensure efficiency and productivityPerforms other tasks as may be assigned by the team leader.Leadership Functions And ResponsibilitiesCultivates a high-performing and engaged team by having regular and ongoing conversations, with the purpose of setting and communicating clear targets, developing capabilities, managing performance, and discipline.Creates a transparent environment by practicing courageous authenticity while operating on mutual trust, support, and respect.Promotes Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion by respecting TM’s individual strengths, views, and experiences to enable innovation, better decisions, and deliver better business resultsExercises due diligence and administrative responsibility in establishing and maintaining systems that sustain essential operational functions, such as completing compliance requirements, updating documents and protocols, and other such organizational tasks for continuous improvement.Champions the organization's culture, values, and philosophy by executing and enacting company policies, safety rules, and procedures.Minimum QualificationsMust be a licensed lawyerMust have at least 5–7 years of professional legal experience, including at least 5 years in established and reputable law firmsMust have at least 3–5 years of leadership experience in managing legal teamsPreferably with exposure to government agencies and energy industry stakeholdersPreferably with working knowledge of project management principles and energy regulatory frameworksPreferably with a postgraduate diploma or master’s degree relevant to the field1 vacant position available in Makati