[Hiring] Senior Legal Associate @The Foreign Venture Group Inc

Role Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Legal Associate with expertise in legal research, document review, and contract analysis to support our North American legal team. The ideal candidate has a Juris Doctor (JD) or Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), is licensed to practice law in the Philippines, and has experience with North American legal systems.

As a Senior Legal Associate, you will play a critical role in ensuring compliance, accuracy, and efficiency in legal documentation, while providing strategic support to attorneys and stakeholders.

• Conduct legal research on North American laws, regulations, and case precedents.
• Review, proofread, and draft contracts, agreements, and legal documents to ensure clarity and compliance.
• Assist in contract negotiation and risk assessment, providing legal insights.
• Manage case files, due diligence, and compliance checks for various legal matters.
• Liaise with internal teams and external counsel on regulatory requirements and legal strategies.
• Support dispute resolution and litigation processes, including drafting legal memoranda and pleadings.
• Ensure adherence to confidentiality, ethical standards, and best practices in legal documentation.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) or Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from a recognized institution.
• Licensed to practice law in the Philippines and in good standing with the Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP).
• 5+ years of legal experience, preferably with exposure to North American legal systems.
• Willing to work North American hours to support legal teams in the U.S. and Canada.
• Strong expertise in contract law, corporate law, regulatory compliance, and legal research.
• Exceptional drafting, proofreading, and negotiation skills.
• Experience using legal software, research tools, and case management systems.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

Requirements

• Legal Research: Westlaw, LexisNexis, CanLII
• Contract & Document Management: DocuSign, Clio, iManage
• Drafting & Proofing: Microsoft Word, Grammarly, Adobe Acrobat Pro
• Compliance & Regulatory Research: SEC EDGAR, FINRA, Canadian Justice Laws
• Time Tracking & Billing: Clio Manage, Bill4Time
• Communication & Collaboration: Microsoft Teams, Slack, Zoom

Benefits

• Work with an international legal team handling complex and high-impact cases.
• Gain valuable experience in North American legal practices.
• Opportunity to develop expertise in cross-border legal support and compliance.
• Remote role with competitive compensation based on experience.

Application Process

To apply for this position, submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and skills to [email protected] . We appreciate all applications; however, only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

The Foreign Venture Group is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.