Junior Legal Counsel

Who we are?

Americana Restaurants is a leading restaurant operator and food & beverage platform in the MENA region. With a legacy that dates back to 1964, we’ve grown to represent and manage some of the world’s most beloved restaurant brands—including KFC, Pizza Hut, Hardee’s, Krispy Kreme, and many more—across over 12 countries. Our commitment to operational excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction continues to drive our growth and success in the region.

As we expand, we're looking for passionate professionals who thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments. If you're driven by purpose and motivated to make an impact, we'd love to have you on our team.

Purpose of the Role

In this role, you’ll act as a trusted legal advisor, enabling Americana’s strategic objectives while ensuring legal compliance and managing commercial risk. You’ll collaborate across functions and regions to support complex transactions, corporate governance, data privacy, and compliance frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial, corporate, and employment agreements.
• Advise on regulatory, compliance, and data privacy matters.
• Support cross-border deals, technology projects, and corporate governance.
• Manage contract templates, legal documentation, and intellectual property.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external counsel across regions.

What We’re Looking For:

• Education: LLB, LLM, JD or equivalent; certifications in Cyber Law/Data Privacy are a plus.
• Experience: 1–2 years in a corporate legal role or reputable law firm.
• Skills: Strong grasp of commercial and corporate law; franchise experience is a plus.
• Languages: Fluent in Arabic and English.
• Mindset: Proactive, solution-oriented, and business-aware