Corporate Lawyer

Cairo, Egypt

Licensing & Regulatory Management
Manage and oversee all company licensing and regulatory processes, including new license applications, renewals, amendments, and cancellations
Liaise with governmental authorities, ministries, regulatory agencies, and industry bodies to ensure timely and accurate submission of all required documentation
Monitor and interpret new laws, regulations, and policy changes that may impact the company's licenses or regulatory standing
Maintain a comprehensive register of all company licenses and permits with validity dates and renewal timelines
Legal Advisory
Provide legal advice on corporate, regulatory, and administrative law matters affecting the company's operations
Review and draft regulatory filings, correspondence, and memoranda related to licensing procedures and compliance audits
Advise management on potential legal risks related to non-compliance or delayed renewals
Support new business initiatives by identifying applicable legal and regulatory requirements before launch
Corporate Governance & Documentation
Prepare, review, and update company formation documents, corporate resolutions, and powers of attorney as needed for licensing and regulatory purposes
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including service agreements, supply contracts, NDAs, and MoUs
Ensure compliance with company law requirements (such as filings before the Companies Register or equivalent authorities)
Support internal and external audits from regulatory authorities
Draft, review, and maintain corporate governance documents, including Board of Directors (BOD) resolutions, Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) and Ordinary General Meeting (OGM) minutes and invitations
Ensure all corporate actions comply with the Companies Law and are properly documented and filed with the competent authorities
Prepare and review powers of attorney (POAs) and oversee their notarization, legalization
Coordinate with auditors, notaries, and external legal advisors for corporate filings and registrations
Stakeholder & Government Relations
Act as the company's legal representative in communications and meetings with regulatory authorities
Coordinate with internal departments (Operations, Finance, Compliance, HR, etc.) to ensure all regulatory prerequisites are satisfied before submission
Build and maintain professional relationships with key government offices and external legal advisors
Compliance & Reporting
Develop and implement internal policies and procedures to ensure ongoing compliance with licensing and regulatory obligations
Prepare periodic compliance reports and updates for management and regulatory authorities
Provide internal training on legal and regulatory developments affecting the company's operations

Requirements

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
Licensed to practice law in Egypt
Minimum 1 year of experience in corporate, licensing, or regulatory law, ideally with energy or waste management sectors
Proven experience in drafting contracts, BOD and shareholders' meeting documents (EGMs/OGMs), and dealing with regulatory authorities
Strong knowledge of corporate and commercial law, administrative law, and regulatory frameworks
Excellent legal drafting, communication, and negotiation skills in both English and Arabic
Deep understanding of corporate governance and regulatory compliance
Strong drafting and analytical skills
High attention to detail and organization
Ability to manage multiple legal and regulatory workflows under tight deadlines
Advise management and business units on contractual rights, obligations, and risk mitigation

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