Legal Manager

Job Description

Job Summary: Reporting to Head of Legal and Corporate Secretary, this role is responsible for overseeing the legal operations of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Co. (Phils.), Inc. and its Subsidiaries (collectively referred to as “Manulife Philippines” or the “Company”), ensuring compliance with relevant laws, rules, and regulations, and mitigating legal risks. This role involves managing legal matters, advising on legal rights and obligations, and providing support to various departments within the Company focusing on the following key responsibilities. Distribution Compliance Support Support Distribution Compliance efforts, particularly the disciplinary process by providing guidance on procedures, investigations, and documentation. Review and assess notices of termination form compliance with laws, rules, and regulations to mitigate litigations risks. Review legal documentation, ensuring that all decisions are well-documented and legally compliant. Agency Support Regularly review agents’ contract templates to ensure compliance with Company standards and legal requirements. Provide guidance and legal support to Agency Team regarding policies, procedures, and other legal matters. Data Privacy Support Collaborate with data privacy team to ensure compliance with the data protection laws and regulations. Provide legal guidance on data privacy policies and procedures. Assist in the reviewing of data processing agreements and privacy notices. Manage legal responses to data breaches or incidents. This Position Description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by employees in this job. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this job classification. Other Responsibilities: The Legal Manager ’s responsibilities also include: Legal Compliance Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations governing insurance practices. Monitor changes in legislation and advise relevant business units on necessary adjustments to policies and practices. Contract Management Draft, review and negotiate contracts, including contracts with agents and partners. Ensure that all contracts adhere to the Company’s legal and operational standards. Risk Management Identify potential legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them. Conduct legal risk assessments and provide recommendations to management. Litigation Management Oversee any litigation involving the Company, including coordination with external counsel. Prepare documentation and present cases as needed. Corporate Governance Provide support to the Corporate Secretary and Assistant Corporate Secretary in monitoring corporate governance compliance and other regulatory requirements. Assist the Corporate Secretary and Assistant Corporate Secretary in corporate secretarial tasks, including preparation of meeting materials, and ensuring accurate record-keeping of corporate documents. Advisory Provide legal advice to

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