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Taylor Root

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 We&rsquo;re running a search for a totally unique leisure project in the UAE that is bound to get lawyers with a good commercial contracts background interested.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 So why this role in particular?
 
 
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 This is a high profile and ambitious venture, and you&rsquo;ll be one of the first lawyers handling it.
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 The work will be extremely varied, challenging and rewarding. You&rsquo;ll look back in years to come and say, &lsquo;I worked on that!&rsquo;.
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 What you&rsquo;ll be doing:
 
 
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 Drafting and reviewing a wide range of mainly commercial agreements across tech, retail, licencing and beyond.
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 Giving strategic legal advice to the internal business units across corporate governance, regulatory, commercial, employment and general risk.
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 Picking up whatever legal work comes through the door and figuring it out.
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 Supporting operational matters across the project.
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 External counsel management.
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 Who you&rsquo;ll likely need to be in order to succeed:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Whilst there is a degree of flexibility, there are some core guidelines that make the backbone of the client expectations:
 
 
 
 
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 Common law qualified, with a PQE guideline of around 4-10 years.
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 In-house experience is strongly preferred, although law firm secondments will suffice.
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 Generalist skill set across a wide variety of commercial contracts.
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 Strong negotiation and drafting skills.
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 Current UAE residence will be preferred but very suitable overseas applicants will also be considered. Note that the role will be based in Ras Al Khaimah.
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 Job number: JN-062025-284792
 
 
 
 
 
 Please note that the job advertised here represents just a selection of all the in-house roles we have running across the Middle East, Turkey and Africa region from our hub office in Dubai.
 
 
 
 
 
 To have a full overview of all the international roles available right now, please visit our constantly updated website www.taylorroot.com
 
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Legal Counsel, Hospitality and Leisure

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 Our client is a leading consumer platform that is transforming the digital experience for millions of users across the region. They are seeking a Commercial &amp; Technology Legal Counsel to join their legal team and provide strategic advice on commercial agreements, technology matters, and platform operations. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment with regional impact.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 Contract Management:
 
 Draft, review, and negotiate commercial and technology agreements, including SaaS, licensing, vendor, and partnership contracts.
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 Product &amp; Platform Advisory:
 
 Advise on legal aspects of new and existing platform features, ensuring compliance with consumer protection, data privacy, and technology regulations.
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 Policy Development:
 
 Maintain and update terms of use, privacy policies, and other legal documents to reflect evolving laws and industry standards.
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 Regulatory Compliance:
 
 Monitor developments in digital and technology law, lead compliance initiatives, and manage risk across multiple jurisdictions.
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 Cross-functional Collaboration:
 
 Partner with Product, Tech, Marketing, and Commercial teams to provide pragmatic, business-friendly legal solutions from ideation to launch.
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 Ideal Candidate
 
 
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 Qualified lawyer with
 
 8-15 years of post-qualification experience
 
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 Strong background in
 
 digital platforms, e-commerce, or consumer technology businesses
 
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 Solid understanding of
 
 technology contracting, data privacy, and consumer protection laws
 
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 Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
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 Commercial mindset with a practical approach to problem-solving.
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Commercial & Technology Legal Counsel

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 A regional leader in a fast growing customer focussed business, is expanding rapidly across KSA and currently seeking a new Riyadh based lawyer to lead their corporate and commercial work.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 So why this role in particular?
 
 
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 Direct access to senior management and empowered decision making.
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 Varied and interesting deal flow of work.
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 What you&rsquo;ll be doing:
 
 
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 Running KSA based M&amp;A and transactional real estate deals.
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 Working on and advising on day to day commercial operations, covering a broad spectrum.
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 Who you&rsquo;ll likely need to be in order to succeed:
 
 
 
 Whilst there is a degree of flexibility, there are some core guidelines that make the backbone of the client expectations:
 
 
 
 
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 Qualified lawyer (civil or common), with a PQE guideline of at least 8+.
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 Strong exposure to M&amp;A deal in the KSA market.
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 Additional generalist corporate and commercial work covering both transactional deals, as well as day to day commercial operations.
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 Fluent, native Arabic and English language skills.
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 Strong interest and commitment to the KSA market.
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 If you&rsquo;re interested in discussing this role, please get in touch.
 
 
 
 
 
 Job number: 012026-289502
 
 
 
 
 
 Note that the job advertised here represents just a selection of all the in-house roles we have running across the Middle East, Turkey and Africa region from our hub office in Dubai.
 
 
 
 
 
 To have a full overview of all the international roles available right now, please visit our constantly updated website www.taylorroot.com
 
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KSA Head of Legal, M&A and Commercial

Join Taylor Root and explore 3   exciting career opportunities. They're hiring for various roles with options for remote or on-site work. Apply today and become part of their innovative team.

Taylor Root

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Legal Counsel, Hospitality and Leisure

Commercial & Technology Legal Counsel

KSA Head of Legal, M&A and Commercial