Lead Consultant – Company Incorporation & Corporate Secretarial Services

About Us

Ryoss is a fast-growing Australian-owned consultancy with global reach, specialising in high-quality outsourcing, business setup, and professional services. As we expand our footprint in the Philippines, we are seeking a seasoned, entrepreneurial Lead Consultant to head up our Company Incorporation and Corporate Secretarial Services Division. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced legal or corporate governance professional to help build, lead, and shape the future of a key business unit from the ground up.

The Role

You will act as a trusted advisor to foreign and domestic clients looking to establish business operations in the Philippines. From initial entity registration to post-incorporation compliance and long-term governance, you will provide hands-on guidance throughout the entire lifecycle of company formation. You will also play a critical role in structuring workflows, defining service delivery standards, collaborating directly with the founders, and building out a high-performing team.

This is a lead role and not suitable for junior candidates or those without direct experience advising international clients on Philippine incorporation and corporate secretarial governance.

Key Responsibilities

Client Advisory & Legal Structuring

• Advise foreign clients on the appropriate business entity types (e.g., domestic corporation, branch office, ROHQ, representative office) based on operational goals
• Provide counsel on regulatory requirements, ownership structures, industry-specific capital requirements, and compliance implications
• Guide clients through the full incorporation lifecycle, including SEC, BIR, SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, and LGU registrations
• Recommend office location strategies based on business function, incentives, and compliance risk

Corporate Secretarial Services

• Act as or manage appointed Corporate Secretaries to fulfill Philippine legal obligations:
  • Drafting minutes of Board and Shareholders’ Meetings
  • Preparing and submitting General Information Sheets (GIS)
  • Certifying corporate acts and issuing Secretary’s Certificates
  • Maintaining the Stock and Transfer Book
  • Notifying and updating SEC on all reportable changes
  • Ensuring compliance with regulatory deadlines and documentation

Division Leadership & Growth

• Establish, standardise, and manage internal workflows for corporate secretarial and incorporation projects
• Participate in sales, client onboarding, and service delivery discussions with Ryoss founders
• Build, lead, and mentor a local team of legal associates and administrative staff as the business scales
• Help define and deliver a premium-level client experience in line with Ryoss Group’s global standards

What We Offer

• The chance to build and lead a new division with global exposure
• Direct collaboration with Australian founders and executive leadership
• A professional yet flexible culture focused on impact, innovation, and client excellence
• Opportunity to grow into a Country Lead or Director-level role
• Competitive compensation with performance and growth-based incentives
• Autonomy and ownership over business strategy and execution

This Role Is For You If You:

• Have led incorporation and governance projects and advised foreign clients
• Thrive in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments
• Are ready to build a team, a process, and a reputation from the ground up
• Are seeking not just a job, but a career-defining opportunity with equity potential

Please complete the form below with your latest resume and a detailed cover letter outlining your relevant experience. Only candidates with direct and proven experience in company incorporation and corporate secretarial delivery will be considered. Candidates who do not supply a cover letter will not be considered.

Required Experience

• Minimum of 7–10 years experience in company incorporation, legal consulting, or corporate secretarial services in the Philippines
• Proven experience working with foreign clients setting up business entities locally
• Strong familiarity with Philippine corporate, tax, and regulatory law
• Prior experience as lead consultant or legal counsel on incorporation and post-incorporation projects
• Able to independently manage projects, liaise with government agencies, and meet strict deadlines

Desirable

• Legal background (LLB, JD, or equivalent), with deep understanding of corporate governance
• Experience working in or consulting for a law firm, corporate services provider, or professional services firm
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to build and lead a business unit
• Prior leadership or people management experience is a plus