Deskripsi Pekerjaan
Join the Leading PR Agency in Asia
DL Public Relations, a dynamic and award-winning agency based in the heart of Makati City, is seeking a highly skilled and bilingual Legal Assistant (Mandarin-Speaking) to join our growing in-house legal team. This is an exceptional career opportunity for a legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced, international environment and possesses fluency in both Mandarin and English. Our agency represents some of the most exciting global brands, and your role will be vital in bridging legal frameworks across borders.
As our Mandarin-Speaking Legal Assistant, you will act as a critical bridge between our legal counsel and our extensive network of Chinese-speaking clients, partners, and stakeholders. You will provide comprehensive support on corporate governance, contract management, intellectual property, and media law, ensuring that our global operations run smoothly and compliantly. In this position, you will manage a diverse portfolio of legal matters, from drafting bilingual contracts to conducting cross-border due diligence. You will collaborate closely with our creative, accounts, and strategy teams, offering real-time legal guidance that enables cutting-edge PR campaigns.
What We Offer:
- Highly competitive salary package (₱150,000 – ₱200,000 per month).
- Opportunity to work on high-profile international campaigns and corporate matters.
- Direct mentorship from senior legal counsel and agency leadership.
- A vibrant, collaborative office culture in the heart of Makati City.
- Comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities in a rapidly expanding firm.
Are you ready to bring your legal expertise and Mandarin language skills to a creative and fast-paced environment? If you are a proactive, detail-oriented professional seeking a role with high stakes and high rewards, we invite you to apply today and take the next big step in your career with DL Public Relations.
Tanggung Jawab
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, memoranda of understanding, and service level agreements in both English and Mandarin.
- Provide legal advisory support to internal departments for intellectual property protection, trademark registration, and licensing.
- Serve as the primary legal liaison for Mandarin-speaking clients and partners, managing communications, due diligence, and negotiations.
- Assist in corporate housekeeping, regulatory filings, and ensuring compliance with Philippine corporate and media laws.
- Conduct thorough legal research on local and international regulations affecting the public relations and advertising industry.
- Coordinate with external law firms and regulatory bodies on litigation, dispute resolution, and special projects.
- Develop and implement internal legal documentation systems, templates, and policy guidelines to streamline operations.
- Support the General Counsel in preparing board resolutions, compliance reports, and risk management assessments.
Kualifikasi
- Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B.), Legal Management, or a related pre-law discipline. A Juris Doctor degree is a strong advantage.
- Fluency in Mandarin Chinese (both written and spoken) is mandatory. Native or near-native proficiency required.
- Minimum of 2–4 years of progressive experience as a Legal Assistant, Paralegal, or Junior Associate in a corporate law firm or in-house legal department.
- Comprehensive understanding of corporate law, contract law, and intellectual property rights.
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage high-volume workloads and prioritize competing deadlines.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills with a high degree of professionalism and discretion.
- Proven experience in drafting, negotiating, and finalizing bilingual contracts.
- Experience in the PR, media, marketing, or advertising industry is highly preferred.