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Black Pen Recruitment

Our client believes in the power of Virtual Advancement, leveraging digital innovation and strategic foresight to help businesses excel in a rapidly evolving world. With a focus on agility and adaptability, they work alongside organizations to simplify complexity, enhance operations, and implement strategies that foster long-term success.Their team partners with startups, SMEs, and large enterprises across various industries, enabling clients to harness technology, data, and strategic insight to gain a sustainable competitive advantage. From expanding into new markets to building resilient financial roadmaps, our client serves as a trusted advisor committed to creating meaningful impact. Whether the goal is operational optimization or future-focused growth, our client delivers the clarity and capability needed to navigate change and lead with confidence.Role OverviewEnsure our client's South African wagering entities are fully license-compliant, financially efficient, and prepared for growth across the continent.Job Type: Full-time / PermanentLocation: Malta or ThailandWorkplace: HybridRelocation Package: Full accommodation, flight tickets, and other expenses for Malta or ThailandRequirements<ul><li>Admitted attorney (South Africa qualified), with 8+ years' corporate/commercial experience in betting, fintech, or other regulated sectors</li><li>Expert knowledge of the National Gambling Act, provincial regulations, and SARB exchange-control rules</li><li>Fluent in English; Afrikaans or another local language strongly preferred</li></ul>Responsibilities<ul><li>Governance & filings: Maintain accurate CIPC records, B-BBEE certificates, UBO registers, and provincial-board corporate returns</li><li>Licence management: Lead new applications, renewals, share-change approvals, and key-person vetting with relevant boards; brief the MLRO on any conditions</li><li>Commercial contracts: Draft and negotiate agreements for affiliates, data feeds, sponsorships, and white-label products, ensuring compliance with gambling laws and CPA provisions</li><li>Exchange-control & tax: Guide on SARB approvals for dividends, loans, and royalties; monitor risks related to thin capitalization and withholding taxes</li><li>M&A / expansion: Conduct legal due diligence for new African targets; manage data rooms, closing opinions, and post-merger integration</li><li>Dispute oversight: Manage vendor, player, and regulator disputes; instruct litigation counsel under capped or AFA terms</li><li>Policy & training: Implement signing authority limits, director induction packs, and conduct governance training for local leadership</li></ul>

Senior Corporate Lawyer (Relocation to Malta orThailand/iGaming)

Agram

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 Job Title:
 
 Corporate Lawyer &ndash; Corporate &amp; Commercial Matters
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 UAE
 
 
 
 Job Overview
 
 
 
 We are looking for an experienced
 
 Corporate Lawyer
 
 with
 
 10+ years
 
 of strong corporate and commercial law experience. The ideal candidate will lead and execute complex corporate mandates, provide strategic legal advice, and manage client relationships while supporting innovation in a technology-driven legal environment.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Lead and execute corporate mandates, including mergers, acquisitions, corporate restructurings, and joint ventures.
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 Provide expert legal advice on corporate governance, compliance, and commercial matters.
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 Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial contracts and agreements.
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 Manage, develop, and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and repeat business.
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 Support technology-driven legal processes, contributing to legal innovation and efficiency.
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 Collaborate with internal teams and external advisors to deliver strategic business solutions.
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 Keep abreast of regulatory developments and ensure organizational compliance.
 
 
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 Minimum 10 years of experience in corporate and commercial law.
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 Strong experience in M&amp;A, joint ventures, corporate restructuring, and corporate governance.
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 Excellent contract drafting, review, and negotiation skills.
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 Proven ability to manage client portfolios and build long-term relationships.
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 Experience in technology-driven legal environments is an advantage.
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 Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
 
 
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 Skills: lawyer,commercial contracts,legal,mandates,acquisitions,compliance,joint ventures,legal advice,corporate governance
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Corporate Lawyer – Corporate & Commercial Matters

IDEX Consulting Ltd

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 A leading International law firm with a reputation for acting on corporate deals of the highest profile seeks to recruit a Bilingual Corporate Associate for their leading practice in Dubai.
 
 
 
 
 
 The firm regularly features at the very top of the tables in terms of significant corporate deals by value and volume and has acted on many ground-breaking corporate transactions that have changed the landscape in their clients&rsquo; sectors.
 
 
 
 
 
 The ideal candidate will be a Corporate Lawyer with 3+ years PQE and have ADGM structuring and incorporation experience.
 
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Bilingual Corporate Lawyer

JOBSCAN Middle East Ltd.

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 Our Client is a multinational company in the building solutions industry:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Role :
 
 
 
 
 
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 Leading the legal &amp; compliance functions of the organisation in the MEA region
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 Drafting and reviewing all types of corporate documents as well as contracts and agreements, distribution agreements, MOUs, sponsorship &amp; marketing agreements, etc
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 Working with the Senior Management Team on commercial negotiations
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 Accountable for the organisations governance and compliance efforts, compliance audits, compliance trainings and policies &amp; procedures
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 Ensuring that the organisation adheres to all legal frameworks and is in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, internal policies &amp; procedures
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 Applicant requirements :
 
 
 
 
 
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 Bachelor's degree in Law
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 Compliance Certification is desirable
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 8 to 10 years of experience in a legal/compliance role handling the MEA region
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 Experience in a building solution/manufacturing/engineering industry
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 Knowledge of Corporate Law &amp; procedures a must
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 Fluency in Arabic &amp; English is a must, French an added advantage
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Corporate Counsel- Legal & Compliance

Referment

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 Referment is partnering with a fast-growing legal consultancy in the UAE that is reimagining how lawyers work with high-growth businesses. Blending the best of private practice and in-house legal, their team is embedded with clients across fintech, AI, crypto, SaaS, and more, acting as trusted advisors from idea to exit.
 
 
 They&rsquo;re now looking for an experienced
 
 Senior Legal Consultant
 
 to join their UAE team and play a key role in scaling their presence across Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
 
 
 
 🔑 What You&rsquo;ll Need
 
 
 
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 Qualified corporate/commercial lawyer from a common law jurisdiction
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 5+ years PQE (with at least 3+ years&rsquo; UAE experience preferred)
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 Strong commercial contracts background, ideally with scaling tech companies
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 Track record of building and managing client relationships
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 Entrepreneurial mindset, thrives in fast-moving environments
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 Tech-savvy and comfortable using legal tech solutions
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 Based in Dubai or Abu Dhabi
 
 
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 Experience with fundraising / venture transactions
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 Exposure to data protection, IP, consumer law, or digital assets
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 Cross-border advisory work (Europe / Middle East)
 
 
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 🚀 Why Apply?
 
 
 
 
 This Is a Chance To
 
 
 
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 ✔ Work directly with some of the most ambitious founders in the region
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 ✔ Take ownership in a supportive, entrepreneurial environment
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 ✔ Be part of a consultancy that&rsquo;s won multiple Best Place to Work awards
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 ✔ Join a team where humour, collaboration, and innovation are valued as much as legal expertise
 
 
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 #Referment
 
 
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Legal Consultant - Commercial / Corporate (App: 1cc1-)

CMBS Partners FZE

Legal Consultant (Immigration and Labour, Cross-Border Document Legalization, Corporate) Place: UAE, DubaiJob Type: Full-timeWe are seeking a Legal Consultant to join our team in Dubai.The candidate must have:<ul><li>Solid knowledge of UAE labor law, immigration procedures, and documents attestation and legalization processes.</li><li>Prior experience working in a Corporate Service Provider (CSP) environment.</li><li>Experience representing clients before UAE authorities and free zones.</li><li>Hands-on experience working with, including but not limited to, the following free zones: IFZA, Meydan, SAIF Zone, AFZ (Ajman Free Zone), DWTC, RAK ICC, and DMCC.</li></ul>Candidates without experience in these matters will not be considered.Responsibilities:- full-scope support in obtaining employment/investor/golden/sponsor visas in the UAE for foreign citizens, visas renewals, cancellations, etc.;- support in obtaining work permits;- preparation of employment agreements;- support with document authentication, attestation, and legalization with various authorities and embassies;- support with corporate and personal bank accounts opening;- communication with various government bodies of the UAE, free zones, support of clients in communication with various authorities;- establishment of companies in the UAE Mainland and Free Zones, license renewals, upgrades/downgrades, etc.;- preparation of powers of attorney, MoAs, shareholders&rsquo; resolutions and resolutions of the board of directors, other corporate documents, ensuring their legal translation and notarization;- preparation of various commercial contracts.Requirements:- Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law or equivalent from a reputable university. Master's degree or additional legal qualifications will be a plus;- More than 3 years of experience, of which at least 1 - 2 years of experience in the UAE - in the field of visa processing, legalizations, and company registration;- Professional knowledge of English (not lower than Upper Intermediate), knowledge of Arabic / Russian will be an advantage;- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and take ownership of tasks from start to finish. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong decision-making skills and the confidence to manage processes without requiring constant oversight;- Solid understanding and experience in contract law, commercial agreements, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance;- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively interact and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders;- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think strategically and provide practical legal solutions.Send your CV to nataliia.berbat@cmbs-partners.com indicating the name of the vacancy in the subject of the letter, with (i) a detailed description of your experience, (ii) information if you are employed or between the jobs at the moment, as well as (iii) stating the desired salary level.Job Type: Full-time

Legal Consultant

Marriott Hotels Resorts

Description Position SummaryMarriott International the worlds largest hotel company based in Bethesda Maryland with more than 9000 properties and 30 brands in 142 countries and territories. Marriott operates and franchises hotels and licenses branded residential Law Department services the Companys lodging and hospitality business and provides legal advice and counsel to Marriotts internal clients.The Europe Middle East and Africa offices of the Law Department provide legal services to support the development and lodging operations of all Marriottbranded lodging products in Europe Middle East and Africa.The Legal Assistant is an integral role in the department and isresponsible for providing direct administrative support to attorneys within the EMEA team. It is essential that the role maintain confidentiality of proprietary materials and information and ensure that tasks are completed accurately. This position will be located in Dubai United Arab Emirates and will report directly to a VP & Senior Counsel.Responsibilities Summary<ul><li>Administrative support for attorneys working for up to 5 attorneys in one of the EMEA areas of Development Franchise Operations and Asset Management or from one of the other legal areas. The role might support additional positions as the team structure changes.</li><li>Compose type/merge compare format proofread and transmit legal documents and correspondence.</li><li>Provide excellent word processing and formatting support.</li><li>Prepare revise edit and proofread extensive correspondence and legal documents.</li><li>Prepare for transaction closings including preparation and editing of documents and powers of attorney.</li><li>Prepare and edit lengthy legal documents presentations agendas memos letters spreadsheets and other business documents.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of proprietary materials and information. Protect the privacy and security of business parties customers and coworkers.</li><li>Demonstrate organizational prioritization proactivity proofreading and attention to detail skills to allow for timely effective and accurate performance of job duties with little or no outside assistance.</li><li>Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate with a diverse group of attorneys staff and clients and to provide or obtain information with ordinary courtesy diplomacy and tact. Good teamwork ability.</li><li>Track the status of projects (including MEA development deals) and any correspondence requiring responses and keep attorneys apprised of status.</li><li>Handle of legal documents including coordinating with signatories and collating agreements.</li><li>Enter matters in various databases such as iManage; update database information and documents including revision and search of databases for corporate entities and report and record management.</li><li>Create and maintain computer and paperbased filing and organization systems for records reports and documents. Create and maintain uptodate desk files and permanent files. Assist attorneys/paralegals in data entry and maintenance of practice areas contract database and database reporting as well as maintenance of all forms agreements disclosure documents and Sharepoint sites.</li><li>Act as liaison between the attorneys and other Marriott employees and outside counsel.</li><li>Organize and schedule meetings and conference calls and handle highpriority scheduling issues. Manage and coordinate calendars with team members and for Senior Leaders and other associates. Prepare for group and other general meetings including scheduling conference rooms preparing agenda items prior distribution of materials room set up audio visual equipment set up and food and beverage arrangements. Where necessary take minutes of the meetings.</li><li>Handle all travel arrangements and coordinate logistics including transportation reservations visas and lodging arrangements. Efficiently prepare expense reports.</li><li>Assist and work closely with the Executive Assistant/team leader with overflow as requested.</li><li>Review all incoming mail (including original legal documents) and forward to the appropriate attorney. Send couriers containing original legal documents.</li><li>Ensure necessary office supply inventory is available and order as needed. Ensure all office equipment is in working order.</li><li>Perform any other duties as necessary.</li><li>Provide cover for Legal Assistants during vacation/sickness</li></ul>Requirements for Position<ul><li>Minimum of three years of secretarial experience in a law firm or corporate department preferred but not essential.</li><li>Strong skills with MS Office e.g. Word Outlook and PowerPoint. Proficiency or capacity to learn to utilize Teams/Sharepoint and database programs such as iManage are essential.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize completing tasks on time with a good ability to multitask and deal with a high volume and strong sense of urgency. Flexibility to adapt to continually changing workload priorities and work well under pressure in a fastpaced environment.</li><li>Ability to proactively identify problems and issues and develop appropriate and innovative solutions. Ability to think outside the box and be resourceful.</li><li>Good time management organizational and interpersonal skills. Ability to work well in a team to achieve common goals and promote a positive work environment. Eagerness to pitch in to help others when needed. Collaborates well with a diverse group of attorneys and associates and is a good representative of the Law Department. High degree of professionalism diplomacy and tact.</li><li>Ability to demonstrate impeccable integrity in confidential matters and elsewhere.</li><li>Fast accurate typing. Strong word processing and spelling/grammar/proofreading skills.</li><li>Good judgment; professional demeanor</li><li>Diligence and strong work ethic.</li><li>Ability to work independently on projects and as part of a team.</li><li>Excellent English skills both written and verbal are essential.</li></ul>Education:High School diploma or equivalent completed secondary education required. Marriott International is an equal opportunity believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive peoplefirst are committed to nondiscrimination onanyprotectedbasis such as disability and veteran status or any other basis covered under applicable law.

Legal Secretary

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