Legal Head

ABOUT US

Lapanday Foods Corporation (LFC), is a Filipino-owned, Mindanao-based, grower and exporter of quality fresh bananas and pineapples in Asia and the Middle East. LFC is the first Philippine banana-exporting company to successfully introduce its own brands— Aloha, Mabuhay, and Estrella – in these markets. Our company is a fully integrated production and export organization. We are recognized for our productivity, quality, packaging, cold chain management, and customer service, following our rigorous seed-to-shelf model. As one of the top agricultural conglomerates, LFC generates exports that contribute to the Philippine economy while employing thousands in Mindanao. Guided by our core competencies, as well our focus on innovation, creative thinking and sense of prudence, we see a future of continuous growth and long-term sustainability.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree required; Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree is preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive legal experience, preferably in a senior legal counsel, senior lawyer, or equivalent leadership role.
• Demonstrated expertise in Corporate Law, Labor Law, Contract Management, Regulatory Compliance, Litigation and Dispute Resolution and extensive knowledge of Philippine laws and regulations.
• Experience in agribusiness, manufacturing, export operations, or large corporate organizations is an advantage.
• Ability to handle confidential and highly sensitive information.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Lead and manage all legal affairs of the company and its subsidiaries.
• Identify legal risks and recommend solutions to minimize the company's exposure to liabilities.
• Handle litigation, arbitration, labor cases, administrative proceedings, and other legal disputes.
• Coordinate with external legal counsel and regulatory agencies.
• Prepare regular reports and updates for management regarding legal matters and compliance status.