Corporate Legal Counsel

Purpose of the role

The role supports corporate legal operations across Egypt and support MENAT region, with a focus on contract management, governance, regulatory compliance, and internal advisory. The successful candidate will report directly to the Head of Legal and act as a legal business partner to internal stakeholders.

A Taste of What You’ll be doing

Corporate and Regional Support

• Assist in reviewing corporate processes and documentation within Egypt
• Support legal coordination and compliance efforts across the MENAT region

Contract Management and Documentation

• Draft, review, and revise legal documents including but not limited to contracts, NDAs, service agreements, B2B/B2C agreements, and purchase orders
• Collaborate with internal teams and external counsel to ensure contractual terms meet legal and business objectives
• Maintain organized records of executed agreements and develop standardized templates

Governance and Compliance

• Assist in implementing internal governance policies and monitor compliance
• Conduct legal research and support risk assessments related to business decisions
• Identify potential legal risks and escalate issues to the Head of Legal with recommended solutions

Legal Advisory and Communication

• Provide clear explanations of legal terms and obligations to internal stakeholders
• Provide legal opinion and consultations to internal stakeholders
• Act as a liaison between the legal department and other business units
• Prepare legal summaries and reports for senior legal review

Regulatory and Governmental Affairs

• Support corporate matters including GAFI documentation and authentication processes
• Liaise with governmental authorities regarding licensing and regulatory compliance
• Ensure adherence to company HSE policies and contribute to legal compliance in risk assessments
• Handle external law firms and corporate secretariat work and have the ability to draft bilingual OGMs, EGMs and BoDs

Your Recipe for Success

• Bachelor of Law (LL.B.) or Juris Doctor (J.D.) with a minimum grade of “Good"
• Master of Laws (LL.M) or equivalent postgraduate qualification is a plus
• 4 – 7 years of experience in corporate law within a reputable law firm or multinational organization
• Admitted to the Egyptian Bar Association
• Fluent in English and Arabic (written and spoken)
• Strong knowledge of contract law, corporate governance, licensing, and regulatory frameworks
• Familiarity with GAFI procedures and governmental dealings
• Litigation experience is a plus