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Diana Jalapa

@dianajalapa

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I am a legal and HR professional delivering pragmatic compliance solutions.

Philippines

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What I'm looking for

I seek in-house or senior counsel roles combining legal counsel, HR support, contract drafting, compliance leadership, team mentoring, and opportunities to apply AI-driven legal training in a collaborative, growth-focused organization.

I am an attorney and HR professional with extensive experience providing retainer legal counsel, drafting and reviewing commercial contracts, and supporting human resources operations. I specialize in legal research, labor and corporate law, and I serve as an AI trainer focused on legal domain applications; I am a Philippine Bar passer (2022).

I bring long-standing HR and supervisory experience in regulated industries, practical dispute-resolution and employee-mediation skills, and a record of advising on election-related legal matters and operational compliance. I seek to apply my combined legal, HR, and training expertise to help organizations manage risk, improve processes, and mentor teams.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Attorney-at-law

Current

Private Practitioner

Jul 2023 - Present (2 years 2 months)

Currently working as a retainer lawyer for private companies, drafting and reviewing commercial contracts. Provides legal consulting and negotiation services with expertise in human resources functions, and works as an AI Trainer specializing in the legal domain.

Legal Consulting Contract Drafting Commercial Contracts Human Resources AI Training Legal Research Corporate Law

Lawyer

Lakas-CMD

May 2025 - May 2025 (0 months)

Monitored the conduct of elections, provided legal advice, and took appropriate legal actions to protect the votes and candidates of the political party. Participated in the local canvassing of votes.

Election Monitoring Legal Advice Vote Protection Canvassing

Legal Counsel

Air Blue Corporation

Jul 2022 - Jul 2023 (1 year)

Served as a retainer lawyer, responsible for drafting and reviewing commercial contracts. Provided legal support for human resources and other operational requirements.

Commercial Contracts Legal Support Human Resources Contract Review Corporate Law

Legal Counsel

PDP Laban

May 2022 - May 2022 (0 months)

Monitored the conduct of elections and provided legal advice or remedies to protect the interest of the political party's candidates in the municipality.

Election Monitoring Legal Advice Political Strategy Candidate Protection Legal Remedies

Human Resources Officer

Spirit of Manila Airlines

Jul 2008 - Apr 2010 (1 year 9 months)

Responsible for enforcing all human resources functions for the airline's operational requirements. Assisted in the company's processing of airline permits and country designations.

Human Resources Airline Permits HR Policies Staffing Compliance

Human Resources Officer

Aviation Specialists Consultancy

Apr 2007 - Jun 2008 (1 year 2 months)

Responsible for enforcing all human resources functions for internal and client-airline operational requirements. Managed various HR aspects for both the company and its clients.

Human Resources Management Client Relations HR Policies Staffing Employee Relations

Human Resources Supervisor

Tair Airways

Sep 2006 - Apr 2007 (7 months)

Responsible for enforcing all human resources functions for the airline's operational requirements. Oversaw HR policies and procedures to ensure smooth operations.

HR Operations Enforcement Staffing

Unit Chief, Technical Data & Aircraft Records

TransGlobal Airways

May 2006 - Aug 2006 (3 months)

Enforced and controlled the effective forecasting, record-keeping, and maintenance of information on aircraft maintenance and delivery documents. Maintained, updated, and controlled Maintenance and Engineering Technical Publications.

Technical Data Management Regulatory Compliance

Research Officer

St. Theresa's College

Jun 2005 - Apr 2006 (10 months)

Established linkages with different sectors of the school community to determine research needs and priorities. Conducted research works on areas of concern for the improvement of educational curriculum/programs.

Research Program Development Testing

Guidance Counselor

St. Theresa's College

Jun 2003 - May 2005 (1 year 11 months)

Arranged interview schedules for students and documented counseling reports. Planned, implemented, and evaluated guidance activities in collaboration with other counselors and teachers.

Psychological Testing Research

Human Resources Assistant

Cebu Pacific Air

Nov 2001 - Apr 2003 (1 year 5 months)

Responsible for sourcing, scheduling, testing, and placement of chosen applicants for employment. Conducted initial interviews, background checks, and processed various HR documents.

Recruitment Interviewing Background Checks Payroll Processing

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Arellano University School of Law

Bachelor of Laws, Law

2009 - 2013

Completed a Bachelor of Laws degree, focusing on various legal principles and practices. Gained foundational knowledge in legal research, corporate law, and contract drafting.

St. Joseph’s College

Master of Arts, Special Education

2005 - 2006

Undertook a Master of Arts in Special Education, gaining insights into educational methodologies for diverse learners. The program was uncompleted.

De La Salle University

Master of Science, Clinical Psychology

2004 - 2005

Pursued academic units towards a Master of Science in Clinical Psychology. Focused on advanced psychological theories and clinical applications.

Philippine Normal University

Certificate, Teaching

2001 - 2002

Undertook a Certificate in Teaching program, focusing on pedagogical principles and classroom management. The program was uncompleted.

St. Joseph's College

Bachelor of Science, Psychology

1997 - 2001

Completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology, covering fundamental psychological theories and research methods. Developed a strong understanding of human behavior and cognitive processes.