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 Your New Company
 
 
 
 
 
 
 A prestigious multinational organisation with a strong presence in Dubai is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join its high‑performing legal function. The company operates across real estate and investment and offers an international, fast‑paced, and collaborative environment.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Your New Role
 
 
 
 
 
 
 As Senior Legal Counsel, you will provide strategic legal guidance across a broad range of disciplines, with a particular focus on real estate, civil law, commercial law, employment law, and companies law. You will play a key role in ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations while supporting senior leadership in driving sound governance and risk‑management practices.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
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 Provide proactive, day‑to‑day legal support to the business and act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders.
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 Lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of complex commercial agreements, including service contracts, supplier agreements, distribution arrangements, NDAs and FIDIC agreements, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
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 Oversee the preparation, review, and amendment of a wide range of legal documents such as tenders, applications, letters, and intra‑group agreements.
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 Ensure the accuracy and completeness of finalised agreements, including the review of textual changes and contractual modifications.
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 Drive compliance with applicable laws, regulations, international best practices, and internal policies.
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 Provide strategic legal and regulatory advice to mitigate financial, legal, and reputational risks.
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 Support dispute resolution processes, including negotiation, mediation, and arbitration, by providing legal analysis, strategy formulation, and liaising with external counsels as required.
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 Support the Head of Legal by monitoring legislative and regulatory developments and conducting in‑depth legal research.
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 Maintain and enhance standard templates, legal processes, and governance frameworks.
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 Promote and support strong corporate governance practices across the organisation.
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 Oversee legal databases, document management, and the integrity of legal records.
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 Represent the legal function in internal meetings, committees, and cross‑functional initiatives.
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 Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members where required.
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 Perform additional tasks and strategic projects as needed to support the wider business.
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 What You&rsquo;ll Need to Succeed
 
 
 
 
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 A minimum of 6 years&rsquo; legal experience, ideally gained within a reputable international law firm and/or multinational in‑house environment.
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 Qualified in a common law jurisdiction (UK, US, Ireland, Australia, NZ, South Africa).
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 Strong background in corporate and commercial law, with exposure to real estate, employment, and companies law considered advantageous.
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s and Master&rsquo;s degree in Law from a recognised university.
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 Active membership with a recognised legal association or regulatory body within a common law jurisdiction.
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 Solid experience working in the Middle East, with strong knowledge of UAE and KSA laws and regulations.
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 Demonstrated ability to partner with senior leadership, influence decision‑making, and manage complex legal matters independently.
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 Organized, motivated, committed, able to work well under stress, and willing to travel as needed
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 What You&rsquo;ll Get in Return
 
 
 
 
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 The opportunity to join a leading multinational organisation.
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 A competitive tax‑free salary, performance incentives, and comprehensive benefits.
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 A hybrid working model and a supportive, international working environment.
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Senior Legal Counsel

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 Your new company
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The client is a government entity focused on acquiring equity stakes to support business and project funding based in Abu Dhabi.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Your new role
 
 
 
 
 
 
 You will be responsible for managing legal risk across all functions, the Board, and the portfolio of companies, including their investments, projects, and assets. As a key legal adviser, you will provide strategic guidance across a broad range of legal disciplines, with a primary focus on mergers and acquisitions (M&amp;A), joint ventures (JVs), and private equity (PE).
 
 
 
 
 
 Your role will involve handling diverse transactions, including M&amp;A, asset financings, corporate structuring, and corporate finance, drafting early-stage deal documentation, advising on terms, and collaborating closely with the corporate commercial legal team to ensure compliance, mitigate risk, and support the success of the company&rsquo;s ventures.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
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 Focus on M&amp;A and JV activities within the Group, while recognising that the role extends beyond this to encompass corporate and commercial responsibilities across the entire organisation.
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 Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, international best practices, policies, and procedures to protect the organisation and its subsidiaries from significant legal risks.
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 Supervise the provision of legal and regulatory guidance to minimise financial, legal, and reputational risks.
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 Support the Chief of Legal and Senior Legal Counsel by staying updated on new legislation and regulatory changes that may affect the Group, and provide advice on how to ensure compliance with these developments.
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 Assist the Chief of Legal in creating and upholding a legal framework for the organisation and its subsidiaries to ensure the delivery of high-quality legal support.
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 What you'll need to succeed
 
 
 
 
 
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 At least 5 years of legal experience gained from a reputable law firm and/or in-house experience from a multi-national company
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s and master&rsquo;s degree from a recognised/reputable university in law
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 Active membership from a recognised legal associate or regulatory body from a common law jurisdiction
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 Excellent English language written and speaking skills. Additional languages are desirable
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 Middle Eastern experience is essential
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 Demonstrates the ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
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 What you'll get in return
 
 
 
 
 
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 Work with a government entity and its portfolio of companies
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 Tax free salary + incentives
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Legal Counsel

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 Your New Company
 
 
 
 This is an exciting opportunity to join a maritime and offshore services leader based in Abu Dhabi. They are a critical partner in the offshore oil and gas sector, providing essential support infrastructure and marine logistics across the Middle East and beyond.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Your New Role
 
 
 
 Reporting directly to the Chief Information Officer (CIO), you will take on a pivotal leadership mandate as the Head of Operations &amp; Service Delivery. You will be responsible for the stability, security, and efficiency of the entire IT landscape, integrating Infrastructure, Security, and Service Delivery teams into one seamless unit.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key responsibilities include:
 
 
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 Strategic Leadership:
 
 Developing and executing a strategy that ensures IT infrastructure is resilient, scalable, and aligned with global business objectives.
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 Infrastructure &amp; Security Oversight:
 
 Leading the evolution of network, cloud, and marine mobilization infrastructure while managing the outsourced SOC to mitigate enterprise risks.
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 Service Excellence:
 
 Driving a user-centric support culture for both shore-based and offshore operations, utilizing ITIL best practices to optimize ITSM processes.
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 Team Integration:
 
 Breaking down silos between technical teams to ensure unified escalation paths and a culture of shared accountability.
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 Vendor &amp; Stakeholder Management:
 
 Managing high-value vendor relationships and acting as the primary point of escalation for critical operational issues across the business.
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 What You&rsquo;ll Need to Succeed
 
 
 
 We are looking for a strategic thinker with a "hands-on" operational focus who understands the complexities of mission-critical infrastructure.
 
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 Experience:
 
 A minimum of 10&ndash;12 years in IT operations, with at least 5&ndash;7 years in a senior leadership role.
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 Industry Knowledge:
 
 Preference for candidates from the
 
 Maritime or Oil &amp; Gas
 
 sectors, familiar with supporting remote environments and offshore mobilization.
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 Technical Expertise:
 
 Deep knowledge of ITIL/ITSM frameworks (certification preferred) and a solid understanding of infrastructure security and outsourced SOC management.
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 Leadership:
 
 A proven track record of managing multi-disciplinary teams and driving a culture of continuous improvement through automation and data-driven KPIs.
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 Education:
 
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field.
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 What You&rsquo;ll Get in Return
 
 
 
 This role offers a competitive executive package and the chance to shape the digital backbone of a major player.
 
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 Comprehensive Benefits:
 
 Including a schooling allowance for dependents.
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 Performance Bonuses:
 
 Annual bonus schemes based on individual and company performance.
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 Strategic Impact:
 
 The autonomy to implement best practices and lead a large-scale IT transformation within a stable, growing organization.
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 What You Need to Do Now
 
 
 
 If you are interested in this role, please apply with your latest CV and ensure you answer all screening questions provided. If your profile is suitable, a Hays consultant will contact you to discuss the next steps of the application process.
 
 
 
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Head of Operations & Service Delivery (IT)

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 Hays is proud to partner with a
 
 leading government-backed Fund of Funds
 
 to recruit a
 
 Governance &amp; Compliance Manager
 
 . This is an excellent opportunity to join a prestigious organization that plays a vital role in shaping the investment ecosystem and driving economic growth.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
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 Develop, review, and implement governance frameworks, policies, and procedures.
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 Oversee and monitor adherence to internal policies and procedures.
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 Monitor and assess the effectiveness of governance practices.
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 Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements regarding corporate governance.
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 Ensure company compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and standards.
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 Conduct compliance reviews and manage the compliance monitoring program.
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 Train and educate employees on compliance policies and procedures.
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 Manage regulatory filings and documentation.
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 Key Requirements
 
 
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 Minimum
 
 3 years of experience
 
 , predominantly in Compliance domain.
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 Experience working with related entities such as fund of funds, sovereign wealth funds, or government-backed investment firms.
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 Strong
 
 KYC expertise:
 
 prior experience in a similar role is essential.
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 Kindly note this is an individual contributor role with no team reporting to the role.
 
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Governance & Compliance Manager

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 Responsible for delivering professional GRC services, developing and implementing cybersecurity strategies, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and frameworks. This role requires strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage client relationships effectively.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
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 Deliver GRC professional services to clients across various industries.
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 Develop and implement customized GRC programs tailored to client needs.
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 Design and implement cybersecurity strategies, objectives, policies, standards, and procedures.
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 Conduct risk assessments including identification, analysis, mitigation, and monitoring.
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 Perform compliance assessments against international cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, PCI-DSS).
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 Conduct cybersecurity audits and maturity assessments.
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 Develop and execute cybersecurity awareness and training programs.
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 Manage and maintain GRC platforms and tools.
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 Establish, manage, and monitor the organization&rsquo;s risk register and provide periodic risk reports.
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 Act as the primary point of contact for GRC-related projects, initiatives, and programs.
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 Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.
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 Support due diligence activities for mergers and acquisitions, providing risk and compliance insights to senior management.
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 Qualifications &amp; Experience:
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Information Security, Information Technology, or a related field.
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 4 years of experience in GRC, cybersecurity, or risk management roles.
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 Professional certifications in GRC.
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 Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and regulations.
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 Experience with GRC platforms (e.g., RSA Archer, ServiceNow GRC, MetricStream) is a plus.
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 Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
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 Fluent in English; Arabic is a plus.
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GRC Consultant

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 Head of Projects Director required by Global Real Estate firm in San Jose, CA
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Your new company
 
 
 
 
 Our client, a leading global provider of workplace and Real Estate solutions, is seeking a strategic and people-focused Director, Head of Projects, to lead a high-performing construction project management division. This is a rare opportunity to step into a business-critical leadership role overseeing a diverse portfolio of fast-paced, short-duration commercial construction projects across multiple clients and sectors, including Healthcare, Biotech, Education &amp; Tech.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Your new role
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 This is not a hands-on project manager position. Instead, the Head of Projects will:
 
 
 
 
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 Lead and mentor a team of project managers, ensuring consistent delivery excellence
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 Oversee the business unit&rsquo;s project revenue plan, forecasting, and backlog execution
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 Serve as the internal authority on pricing, risk, and proposal strategy
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 Build and grow long-term client relationships that drive repeat business and new opportunities
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 Collaborate cross-functionally with account leaders and sales teams to align delivery with growth targets
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 Step in to support complex or at-risk projects only when necessary
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 What you'll need to succeed
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 8&ndash;12+ years of experience in construction project management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
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 Proven success managing high-volume, short-duration projects across sectors like healthcare, life sciences or education
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 Deep knowledge of contracts, pricing, risk, and team structure
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 Strong leadership, mentorship, and organizational skills
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 Exceptional relationship-building abilities and a track record of generating work through trust and performance
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 Degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management preferred; certifications (PMP, CCM) a plus
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 MEP commissioning &amp; HVAC knowledge is highly attractive
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 What you'll get in return
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Up to $225,000 base salary DOE experience plus unmatched bonus program and comprehensive benefits
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 Autonomy and influence in shaping a high-performing division
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 Visibility and impact across a diverse client base and project portfolio
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 A collaborative, forward-thinking culture backed by a global industry leader
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 Ambition matched with an unlimited fast-growth career path
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 What you need to do now
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
 
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Director - Head of Construction Project Management

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 Senior Computational Biologist (AI/ML)
 
 
 
 
 United Arab Emirates
 
 
 
 
 Health Tech
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 ** This role is open to candidates to work remotely with regular travel to UAE OR relocate to the UAE permanently **
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We are currently looking for a Senior Computational Biologist / Scientist to join a health tech company based out of Dubai.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Technical experience needed:
 
 
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 Proven AI experience
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 Proven Bioinformatics Solid Python programming experience
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 Proven AI experience (des, build, deploy)
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 Extensive bioinformatics experience
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 Rosetta / PyRosetta / AlphaFold, Schr&ouml;dinger etc.
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 Antibody modeling
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 Docker experience
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 Machine Learning &amp; Deep Learning
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 Protein to protein interaction, structure prediction &amp; engineering
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 Molecular simulation techniques
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 Education
 
 
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 PhD in Bioinformatics or other relevant scientific degree
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 Proven background in research and publications
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 If you feel like you have the above skills and experience please apply and share your CV with us so that we can arrange a confidential conversation.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 **Only applicants with the relevant skillset will be contacted**
 
 
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Senior Computational Biologist

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