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Standard Chartered Bank

<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>Job ID: 36471
 </p><p>Location: Dubai, AE
 </p><p>Area of interest: Ventures
 </p><p>Job type: Regular Employee
 </p><p>Work style: Office Working
 </p><p>Opening date: 6 Aug 2025
</p></div>
</div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Job Summary</b></div>
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Provide legal support and advice on:</div><br>
<div></div>
<ul><li>building ventures in the UAE</li></ul>
<ul><li>execution of minority investments in Fintech companies (and divestments)</li></ul>
<ul><li>operation and governance of ventures and SCV&rsquo;s investment funds</li></ul>
<ul><li>M&amp;A and fundraising (collaborating with the Group&rsquo;s M&amp;A Legal team).</li></ul><br>
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Provide strategic and transactional legal support and advice to the SCV team and other business stakeholders on creating disruptive ventures and other digital transformation initiatives (including co-creation agreements with Fintechs, partnership and cooperation agreements, joint ventures and consortia membership agreements).</div><br>
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Acting as the legal point of contact for specific ventures across their journey from ideation to go-live.</div></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Key Responsibilities</b></div>
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Provide legal advice and transactional legal support on new business ventures and other digital transformation initiatives:</div><br>
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<ul>
<li>Act as central legal contact point as ventures are created and progress to target countries; Provide legal support on contract documentation with partners and vendors, e.g. NDAs, LOIs, JV's, collaboration agreements, data transfer agreements, POC&rsquo;s and outsourcing agreements;
</li><li>Provide legal advisory support on ventures including outsourcing matters, data protection, intra group arrangements, cybersecurity, intellectual property and regulatory engagements;
</li><li>Drafting and negotiating a range of agreements including software development, SaaS, software maintenance, proof of concept, sales / distribution, strategic partnerships, hosting, data transfer, professional services, consultancy, platform terms of use and privacy policies;
</li><li>Effectively manage external counsel.</li><br>
</ul>
<div></div><div>Participate in all aspects of Fintech investment and fundraising activities including due diligence, structuring, negotiating, completing the transaction and subsequent investment portfolio management:</div><br>
<div>
</div><ul><li>Negotiate NDAs, and transactional documents such as term sheets, subscription agreements, shareholders&rsquo; agreements, side letters, etc
</li><li>Instruct &amp; manage external counsel on Fintech investment and fundraising transactions; Manage legal due diligence;
</li><li>Manage the entire legal process to completion;
</li><li>Participate in portfolio management and exit activity; and</li>
<li>Provide legal input to the ongoing governance and management of all SCV investment activities</li>
</ul></div></div><div><div><div>Key Stakeholders</div>
</div><div><div>
Head of Legal, SC Ventures
</div><div>Chief Operating Officer, SC Ventures</div>
<div>
Chief Financial Officer, SC Ventures
</div><div>Venture Founders
</div><div>Venture Operating Members</div>
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Group Legal
</div><div>Group Risk
</div><div>Group Compliance</div></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Qualifications</b></div>
</div><div><ul><li>LAW DEGREE FROM A REPUTABLE INSTITUTION IN ONE OF THE COMMON LAW JURISDICTIONS</li><li>SOLICITOR OR EQUIVALENT (MINIMUM OF 6 YEARS PQE)</li></ul></div></div><div><div><div><b>
About Standard Chartered</b></div>
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We're an international bank, nimble enough to act, big enough for impact. For more than 170 years, we've worked to make a positive difference for our clients, communities, and each other. We question the status quo, love a challenge and enjoy finding new opportunities to grow and do better than before. If you're looking for a career with purpose and you want to work for a bank making a difference, we want to hear from you. You can count on us to celebrate your unique talents and we can't wait to see the talents you can bring us.</div>
<div>Our purpose, to drive commerce and prosperity through our unique diversity, together with our brand promise, to be here for good are achieved by how we each live our valued behaviours. When you work with us, you'll see how we value difference and advocate inclusion.</div>
<div>Together we:</div>
<ul><li><b>Do the right thing</b> and are assertive, challenge one another, and live with integrity, while putting the client at the heart of what we do</li>
<li><b>Never settle,</b> continuously striving to improve and innovate, keeping things simple and learning from doing well, and not so well</li>
<li><b>Are better together,</b> we can be ourselves, be inclusive, see more good in others, and work collectively to build for the long term</li>
</ul></div></div><div><div><div><b>What we offer</b></div>
</div><div><div><b>
In line with our Fair Pay Charter,</b> we offer a competitive salary and benefits to support your mental, physical, financial and social wellbeing.</div>
<ul><li><b>Core bank funding for retirement savings, medical and life insurance,</b> with flexible and voluntary benefits available in some locations.</li>
<li><b>Time-off</b> including annual leave, parental/maternity (20 weeks), sabbatical (12 months maximum) and volunteering leave (3 days), along with minimum global standards for annual and public holiday, which is combined to 30 days minimum.</li>
<li><b>Flexible working</b> options based around home and office locations, with flexible working patterns.</li>
<li><b>Proactive wellbeing support</b> through Unmind, a market-leading digital wellbeing platform, development courses for resilience and other human skills, global Employee Assistance Programme, sick leave, mental health first-aiders and all sorts of self-help toolkits</li>
<li><b>A continuous learning culture</b> to support your growth, with opportunities to reskill and upskill and access to physical, virtual and digital learning.</li>
<li><b>Being part of an inclusive and values driven organisation,</b> one that embraces and celebrates our unique diversity, across our teams, business functions and geographies - everyone feels respected and can realise their full potential.</li>
</ul></div></div></div>
</div></div></div></div><div><div><p>www.sc.com/careers</p></div></div></div><div></div>

Senior Legal Counsel

Al Tayer Group

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 <p>
  Al Tayer Group is looking for a
  <strong>
   Legal Counsel
  </strong>
  to join our dynamic Legal team in Dubai, UAE.
 </p>
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    Qualifying Criteria:
   </u>
  </strong>
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  <li>
   Graduate degree in Law from a reputed university; UK/US qualified preferred.
  </li>
  <li>
   At least 4 years of Post-Qualified Experience (PQE).
  </li>
  <li>
   Excellent English drafting skills, with proven ability to document complex negotiation outcomes independently.
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong private practice background with thorough training.
  </li>
  <li>
   Previous experience at a top-tier international law firm, with exposure across multiple sectors.
  </li>
  <li>
   Expertise in Mergers &amp; Acquisitions (M&amp;A) and/ or commercial law.
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong work ethic and structured thought process.
  </li>
 </ul>
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 <p>
  <strong>
   <u>
    Job Profile :
   </u>
  </strong>
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  <li>
   Lead negotiator for transactions, excluding complex transactions.
  </li>
  <li>
   Overseeing quality of output.
  </li>
  <li>
   Providing direction on tactics, research and contextual awareness.
  </li>
  <li>
   Liaison point with business on the above.
  </li>
  <li>
   Supporting the Al Tayer Group legal function by providing legal expertise and services, including:
  </li>
  <li>
   Supporting the internal business units in strategy and execution of corporate objectives;
  </li>
  <li>
   Reviewing, amending and approving legal structures and contracting methods.
  </li>
  <li>
   Providing subject matter expertise for compliance and governance.
  </li>
  <li>
   Leading contractual negotiations with external lawyers and/or counterparties and
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensuring internal stakeholders are fully aware of the risks, mitigations and key legal issues in any contractual commitment for the Group.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
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 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Strategic Roles and Responsibilities
  </strong>
 </p>
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 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Show initiative in relation to the formulation of goals and their implementation.
  </li>
  <li>
   Drafting oversight and control in relation to all transactions except complex transactions.
  </li>
  <li>
   Share policeman responsibilities in relation to compliance with relevant laws and industry best practice.
  </li>
  <li>
   Retaining contacts with key external legal experts in relation to all matters requiring specialist expert advice.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
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 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Functional Roles and Responsibilities
  </strong>
 </p>
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 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Work closely with Chief Legal Officer, VP Legal and Managing Counsel ensuring legal concerns requiring senior level input are addressed as soon as possible.
  </li>
  <li>
   Lead relevant contract negotiations with principals, suppliers and counsel of counter parties.
  </li>
  <li>
   Investigate legal claims and complaints by or against the Group, prepare analysis to ensure that management is made aware of all aspects of the claim/allegations,
  </li>
  <li>
   Assist in the formation of new businesses under the Group and ensure that these are in line with regulatory requirements.
  </li>
  <li>
   Oversee final terms and conditions for key contracts between the Group and other parties and provide to Chief Legal Officer or relevant SLCs for final approval.
  </li>
  <li>
   Participate in management meetings as required and offer legal opinion on any discussed issue.
  </li>
  <li>
   Advise management on legal matters pertaining to their responsibilities, potential liabilities, exposures and any matters necessary for making informed decisions within their capacities in line with relevant SoAs.
  </li>
  <li>
   Comprehensively synthesise large volumes of information. Meticulous attention to detail.
  </li>
  <li>
   Company governance awareness and ability to draft company governance documentation.
  </li>
  <li>
   Solution orientated in a practical and compliant manner, in line with corporate governance and principles.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to understand basic key financial documentation for businesses such as balance sheets, profit and loss accounts and matters driving costs/profits
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
 </p>
</div>


Legal Counsel

Object1.uae

<div>
 <p>
  We are Growing &ndash; Join Our Legal Team!
 </p>
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 </p>
 <p>
  Since 2023, Object 1 has been proud to be one of the fastest-growing developers in the UAE.
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 </p>
 <p>
  As we continue to expand, we are excited to announce the growth of our Legal Department and are seeking an experienced, proactive Senior Legal Counsel with exceptional contract drafting skills.
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  Requirements:
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  &bull; Minimum 5 years&rsquo; in-house experience drafting, reviewing, negotiating a high volume of contracts.
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  &bull; Proven ability to handle complex legal documentation with accuracy and efficiency.
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  &bull; Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
 </p>
 <p>
  &bull; Fluent English is mandatory; proficiency in Arabic is an advantage but not required.
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  &bull; Candidates without the above qualifications will not be considered.
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  P.S. Due to high number of applications, only selected candidates will be contacted. We thank you for your understanding!
 </p>
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Object 1 Real Estate

<p><b>Object 1</b> is a contemporary developer of the new world. Multicultural, aesthetic, intelligent, and sustainable. We are part of the international <b>TSZ Group</b> and look at contemporary architecture as a work of art.</p><p>We are proud of our company&rsquo;s development history. For more than 10 years we have been working in the largest cities of Eastern Europe and Spain and now we&rsquo;d like to share our philosophy with the most beautiful and innovative city in the world &mdash; Dubai.</p><p>Now we are looking for <b>Senior Legal Counsel </b>to be based in Dubai, UAE. Legal Executive will be responsible for handling legal matters related to the company's operations. This includes drafting and reviewing contracts, advising on legal issues, conducting legal research, and supporting the company in compliance matters.</p><p><b>Responsibilities</b>:</p><ul><li>Creating and preparation of contracts according to various requests and criteria of the department;</li><li>Coordination of all types contracts (construction contract, supply, provision of services, purchase and sale (including legal entities, land plots, buildings, etc.), loan, mortgage agreements, investment contracts, cession, provision of services, agency agreements, etc.;</li><li>Legal support of the activities of a group of companies when attracting funds from participants in shared construction;</li><li>Legal support of the sales department and the customer service department on all emerging issues;</li><li>Legal support for the acquisition of legal entities of all organizational and legal forms;</li><li>Claim work, including termination of contracts (contractors, tenants, performers, etc.);</li><li>Protect the company against legal risks and violations;</li><li>Interaction with the governmental departments;</li><li>Preparation of legal conclusions, analytical and informational reports;</li><li>Search, analysis and informing the company&rsquo;s management about legislation changes on the mentioned above points.</li></ul><p><b>Requirements</b>:</p><ul><li>Fluent in English and Arabic languages;</li><li>Knowledge of UAE laws and regulations;</li><li>Experience in the corporate, labor, administrative, procedural and arbitration law within the laws of the UAE;</li><li>Liaising with various governmental departments in Dubai (RERA, DLD, DIAC);</li><li>Experience in drafting document processes (joint venture agreements +);</li><li>Experience in contract work;</li><li>Relevant legal qualifications and certifications.</li></ul><p><b>What we provide:</b></p><ul><li>Competitive salary as per the market level;</li><li>Official employment under UAE Labour Law;</li><li>Employment visa and medical insurance;</li><li>Cozy office in Downtown and friendly environment at work.</li></ul><p>If you are seeking dynamic growth and want to be part of a team who build the future of Dubai, send your application!</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p>

Converge

<div>
 <p>
  We are currently representing a leading multinational technology company in their search for a Senior Legal Counsel to be based in Dubai. This role will be responsible for providing end-to-end legal and compliance support across multiple jurisdictions in the MENA region (UAE, KSA, Qatar, Egypt, Morocco, Jordan, Pakistan, Tunisia, and more).
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   Key Responsibilities:
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   Commercial Contracts: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements, including distribution, supply, licensing, service, and project contracts.
  </li>
  <li>
   Project Support: Provide legal input and risk assessment for regional business initiatives, partnerships, and joint ventures.
  </li>
  <li>
   Corporate Governance: Support board and shareholder matters, entity establishment, corporate filings, and compliance with local company laws across MENA.
  </li>
  <li>
   Regulatory &amp; Compliance: Advise on anti-bribery, anti-corruption, data protection, cybersecurity, labour laws, competition law, and product compliance regulations.
  </li>
  <li>
   Dispute Resolution: Manage litigation, arbitration, and settlement processes; work with external counsel where necessary.
  </li>
  <li>
   Stakeholder Advisory: Act as a trusted advisor to sales, marketing, finance, HR, and operational teams on day-to-day legal issues.
  </li>
  <li>
   Policy &amp; Training: Develop and deliver legal and compliance training for employees to strengthen awareness and adherence to company standards.
  </li>
  <li>
   Cross-border Collaboration: Coordinate closely with HQ Legal in Asia and with local entity managers to ensure consistency and compliance across all jurisdictions.
  </li>
 </ul>
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  <strong>
   Requirements &amp; Qualifications:
  </strong>
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   Education: Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (or equivalent legal qualification) from a nationally recognised law school.
  </li>
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   International exposure and/or a license to practice law in a recognised jurisdiction is highly preferred.
  </li>
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   Experience: Minimum 5&ndash;8 years&rsquo; experience practising corporate and commercial law, with a leading international or regional law firm or multinational companies in the technology, electronics, or manufacturing sectors.
  </li>
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   Hands-on experience advising businesses operating across multiple jurisdictions, preferably within MENA.
  </li>
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   Technical Skills: Strong expertise in drafting and negotiating complex distribution, licensing, and project agreements.
  </li>
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   In-depth knowledge of corporate governance, compliance frameworks, and regulatory requirements in emerging markets.
  </li>
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   Experience managing disputes, litigation, and arbitration.
  </li>
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   Soft Skills: Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English; ability to draft clear and practical legal advice.
  </li>
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   Additional language proficiency (Chinese, Arabic, or French) is an advantage.
  </li>
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   Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced, multicultural environment. High ethical standards, sound judgment, and a proactive problem-solving approach.
  </li>
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  <em>
   If you&rsquo;re an experienced legal professional with a strong background in corporate, commercial, and compliance matters and are keen to join a fast-growing international business, we&rsquo;d love to connect. Please apply directly with an updated CV
  </em>
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Apple

<div>Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work! When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you&rsquo;ll do more than join something - you&rsquo;ll add something! We are looking for an exceptional lawyer to join International Legal&rsquo;s Middle East and Africa team in Dubai. You&rsquo;ll be part of a team of local and regional experts supporting the wider legal function and other stakeholders on local law issues. As a key contributor to enabling Apple&rsquo;s business in the Gulf Cooperation Council , you&rsquo;ll be challenged to apply your legal expertise creatively to a broad range of issues with often unexplored areas of law. You will also play an important part in the expansion of Apple&rsquo;s products and services in the Gulf Cooperation Council . This unique role offers you the opportunity to work on projects that are at the cutting edge of innovation.
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<b>Description</b><br>
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You&rsquo;ll be working closely with the legal function&rsquo;s worldwide subject-matter experts on local law issues and advising other stakeholders as well. You will need to have strong legal knowledge on a broad range of issues relating to Apple&rsquo;s products and services. The successful candidate must have strong business acumen, excellent written and verbal communication skills, the ability to navigate tasks with lots of uncertainties and work with multiple stakeholders. You will lead your work with a mindset of enabling the business (while managing the legal risks). You must be highly motivated, proactive, highly collaborative, able to continuously learn and develop a deep understanding of any issues that may impact Apple&rsquo;s business, highly adaptable in a dynamic work environment and able to adjust your communication style based on the audience you are addressing. You are expected to always be up to date on the latest legal developments. You may be required to engage with regulators and policymakers to support and advocate for Apple&rsquo;s business in the Gulf Cooperation Council . Soft skills are key to your success in this role including but not limited to critical thinking, problem solving, collaboration and networking. Travel is essential.
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<b>Minimum Qualifications</b><br>
<ul><li>
Bachelor of Law or equivalent law degree.
</li><li>Bar admission in at least one jurisdiction.
</li><li>Eight or more years of experience at an international law firm and or in-house at a multinational company.
</li><li>Deep expertise and understanding of laws and regulations in the Gulf Cooperation Council .
</li><li>Fluent in Arabic and English written and spoken.
</li></ul><br>
<b>Preferred Qualifications</b><br>
<ul><li>
Experience in emerging markets.
</li><li>Experience working with government agencies, regulators and other stakeholders in the region.
</li><li>Proven ability to advise on complex legal and regulatory issues.
</li><li>Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment on time sensitive issues.
</li><li>Keen interest in regional developments and public policy issues.
</li>At Apple, we&rsquo;re not all the same. And that&rsquo;s our greatest strength. We draw on the differences in who we are, what we&rsquo;ve experienced, and how we think. Because to create products that serve everyone, we believe in including everyone. Therefore, we are committed to treating all applicants fairly and equally. We will work with applicants to make any reasonable accommodations.<br>
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Submit Resume</div>

Senior Legal Counsel - Gulf Cooperation Council

Dia Flower

<p><b>We're Hiring: Chief Operating Officer (COO) &ndash; E-commerce &amp; Aggregator Focus </b></p><p>We&rsquo;re looking for a COO with deep operational experience in the e-commerce and aggregator ecosystem to join our leadership team and help take our business to the next level. If you&rsquo;ve worked closely with platforms like Talabat, Instashop, Deliveroo, Noon, Careem, or Amazon, and know how to manage high-growth operations in a fast-paced digital environment &mdash; we want to hear from you.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><p>- Oversee daily operations across fulfillment, delivery, customer service, and platform performance</p><p>- Optimize listings, order flow, and performance across aggregator platforms</p><p>- Build scalable systems for order management, logistics, and customer support</p><p>- Work closely with commercial, marketing, and tech teams to drive growth</p><p>- Monitor KPIs and ensure operational targets are met or exceeded</p><p><b>You Bring:</b></p><p>- 5+ years in operational leadership (preferably in e-commerce, Q-commerce, F&amp;B, or logistics)</p><p>- Hands-on experience with multiple aggregators (e.g., Talabat, Instashop, Deliveroo, Noon)</p><p>- Proven ability to scale digital operations and lead cross-functional teams</p><p>- Strong analytical mindset with a customer-first approach</p><p>- With UAE Driver's License and car</p><p>- Immediate joiners only</p><p>This is a high-impact leadership role with room to build, innovate, and scale.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>This role is urgent. Can you start ASAP?</li></ul><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>Chief Operating Officer: 5 years (Required)</li><li>E-Commerce: 5 years (Required)</li></ul><p>License/Certification:</p><ul><li>UAE Driver's License (Required)</li></ul><p>Application Deadline: 17/08/2025</p>

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