Legal Counsel – Healthcare Sector

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of commercial contracts, including agreements related to healthcare services, insurance, vendors, and technology solutions.
• Provide legal advice and support on compliance with applicable healthcare laws, insurance regulations, data protection/privacy requirements, and corporate governance standards.
• Advise internal stakeholders on risk management, dispute resolution, and legal implications of business decisions.
• Support regulatory filings, licensing, and compliance matters with healthcare authorities.
• Support M&A transactions, joint ventures, and other strategic initiatives with legal due diligence and documentation.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments relevant to the healthcare sector and ensure proactive compliance.
• Manage relationships with external law firms and advisors, ensuring cost-effective and high-quality service.
• Assist in the development and implementation of internal policies impacting regulatory risks, procedures, and international leading regulatory best practices across local and international jurisdictions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized university (Master’s degree or additional qualifications in healthcare law, insurance, or data protection is a plus).
• 5–7 years of post-qualification legal experience, preferably in-house with a healthcare/insurance company or at a reputable international law firm.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations, insurance frameworks, and data protection/privacy laws.
• Proven experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluency in English (Arabic is an advantage).