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Best Choice Recruitment Consultancy

<p>Looking for a Legal Counsel to work for a holding group in Abu Dhabi:</p><p>- Must have UAE based experience</p><p>-Must have solid experience in corporate commercial law</p><p>- Must be available in the UAE to be screened and contacted for the role</p><p>Salary ( open to discussion between the provided brackets)</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: AED30,000.00 - AED40,000.00 per month</p><p>Education:</p><ul><li>Bachelor's (Preferred)</li></ul><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>Legal Counsel : 7 years (Preferred)</li><li>Corporate commercial law: 7 years (Preferred)</li><li>UAE : 7 years (Preferred)</li></ul><p>Language:</p><ul><li>English  (Preferred)</li><li>Arabic  (Preferred)</li></ul>

Legal Counsel

Abu Dhabi Aviation

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  We are seeking a qualified
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   Ideal Candidate will
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   Hold a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law from a recognized university.
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   Be a qualified lawyer from a common law jurisdiction (e.g., UK, US, Canada, Australia, South Africa).
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   Bring 2&ndash;5 years of post-qualification experience in corporate and commercial law, ideally within aviation, MRO, or related industries.
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   Possess strong knowledge of UAE laws and regulations, with the ability to apply common law principles in a cross-border context.
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   Demonstrate proven expertise in contract drafting, negotiation, compliance, and dispute resolution.
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   Exhibit excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
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   Communicate clearly and effectively, with the ability to advise senior management and collaborate across functions.
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   Uphold a high level of professional integrity, discretion, and sound judgment.
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   Manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively in a dynamic environment.
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Binance

<div><div>Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem behind the world&rsquo;s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and registered users. We are trusted by over 280 million people in 100+ countries for our industry-leading security, user fund transparency, trading engine speed, deep liquidity, and an unmatched portfolio of digital-asset products. Binance offerings range from trading and finance to education, research, payments, institutional services, Web3 features, and more. We leverage the power of digital assets and blockchain to build an inclusive financial ecosystem to advance the freedom of money and improve financial access for people around the world.</div>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Responsibilities
</b></h3><ul><li>Drive the development and implementation of group legal strategy and contribute to the development of the organization&rsquo;s general business strategy.</li><li>
Provide proactive, in-depth, business focused advice and execution.</li><li>
Manage and assist with legal response to corporate and wider matters encountered by the company and internal stakeholders and provide sound and robust legal advice and support; and leading external communication on legal matters including negotiation with external parties.</li><li>
Assist in transactional activities including M&amp;A, majority and minority investments and joint ventures as well as restructurings globally.</li><li>
Lead, advise and support a wide variety of transactional, reorganisation and governance initiatives.</li><li>
Be responsible for drafting and reviewing legal documents and providing holistic risk assessment and suggestions to enhance business value while mitigating downside risk across multiple areas of the company.</li><li>
Partner with cross-functional and regional teams and provide support on legal matters of varying complexity, sensitivity, and tangibility.</li><li>
Provide training and counsel non-legal colleagues to promote greater awareness and risk management across the company.</li><li>
Anticipate and maintain up-to-date knowledge of current laws.</li><li>
Identify legal framework developments, align and promote consistency of approach in legal matters between the internal stakeholders.</li><li>
Take prudent risks within the context of the overall business, and advise and implement solutions to address issues identified.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Requirements</b></h3><ul><li>
Qualified lawyer in the UK, US or other common law jurisdiction.</li><li>
8+ years of post qualification experience working at a reputable law firm or in-house at a well-established corporate or investment fund.</li><li>
Strong team player and good business sense.</li><li>
Ideally trained in a reputable law firm within the corporate practice with a focus on corporate transactional work and general corporate governance.</li><li>
Reorganisation experience is essential.</li><li>
Possesses strong legal technical expertise as well as exceptional business acumen and people skills.</li><li>
Hands on at work and can be independent in managing complex projects whilst still working as part of a team.</li><li>
Ability to come up with and execute creative solutions to meet current and evolving business needs.</li><li>
Excellent legal drafting and interpretation skills.</li><li>
Excellent problem solving, analytical and organisational skills.</li><li>
Comfortable working in a fast-paced tech environment.</li></ul><div><b>
Why Binance</b></div><ul><li>Shape the future with the world&rsquo;s leading blockchain ecosystem</li><li>Collaborate with world-class talent in a user-centric global organization with a flat structure</li><li>Tackle unique, fast-paced projects with autonomy in an innovative environment</li><li>Thrive in a results-driven workplace with opportunities for career growth and continuous learning</li><li>Competitive salary and company benefits</li><li>Work-from-home arrangement (the arrangement may vary depending on the work nature of the business team)</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
Binance is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We believe that having a diverse workforce is fundamental to our success.</div><div><i>
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Senior Corporate/M&A Counsel

MENA Recruit

The Role
<br>We are recruiting for the in-house legal team for a leading real estate and destination development firm headquartered in the UAE. It operates across multiple business verticals, including real estate, hospitality & tourism, sports & leisure, and commercial/leisure destinations. This role will focus on complex M&A, private equity, and cross-border corporate transactions across major infrastructure and development projects. Responsibilities: 1. Lead on corporate and M&A transactions, including drafting and negotiating SPAs, shareholder agreements, and joint venture documents. 2. Advise senior leadership on cross-border corporate structuring, private equity investments, and strategic transactions. 3. Provide commercial and legal insight to ensure alignment of business objectives with legal risk management. 4. Manage external counsel on complex transactions to ensure quality and cost efficiency.
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Requirements
<br>1. UK, US, or Commonwealth qualified lawyer with 7–12 years of Post-Qualified Experience (PQE) in corporate law. 2. Proven experience in mergers and acquisitions and private equity, ideally with a top-tier international law firm or a major corporation. 3. Exceptional drafting and negotiation skills in English, with strong attention to detail and commercial judgment. 4. Ability to work closely with executive stakeholders and provide clear, strategic advice in a fast-paced environment. 5. Salary is negotiable depending on experience and current package #MENARecruitStrength #CorporateLaw #M&A #LegalJobsAbuDhabi
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About the company
<br>MENA Recruit came to fruition in response to a growing need for international legal talent in London and Dubai. Its initial focus began in the Legal sector, evolving as a service provider for other sectors such as Administration, Marketing, Business Development, HR, IT, Finance and C-Suite positions. Over the last two decades, with roots firmly planted in the Middle East and operations expanding into the APAC region, MENA Recruit has gained intuitive industry knowledge and expertise. With its unique, people-focused approach, the firm has yielded competitive advantage for its clients and rewarding careers for the professionals it has supported throughout the years. The company is dedicated to delivering the highest quality of talent and service to its clients while working tenaciously towards helping them achieve higher retention rates. For this reason, MENA Recruit is considered by both candidates and clients as a consultant in the truest sense of the word, offering guidance to both people and organizations on how to adapt to the constant change in market conditions and how to anticipate present and future challenges. Presently, MENA Recruit provides services to organizations and professionals in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia, and the United Kingdom. With such an extensive global reach, strong brand value, decades of expertise, and an innovative approach towards business challenges, its clear why MENA Recruit is the partner of choice for both in-house recruiters and candidates internationally.

Senior Corporate / M&A Lawyer

Sundus

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  Job Role : Legal Counsel
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  Duration :6 Months Fixed
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  Location : Abu Dhabi Government
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   Must have Qualified lawyer with 4 to 8 years PQE (post-qualification experience) in intellectual property law.
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law
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   LLM or equivalent is preferred
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  Qualifications And Experience
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   Admitted to a recognised bar (common law jurisdiction preferred, for example, UK, US, Australia, etc.)
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   Qualified lawyer with 4 to 8 years PQE (post-qualification experience) in intellectual property law.
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  Key Requirements
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   Strong experience in both contentious and non-contentious IP matters.
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   Solid understanding of trade mark, copyright, and design law; patent familiarity advantageous.
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   Demonstrated experience in licensing and commercial exploitation of IP.
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   Excellent drafting, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
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   Commercial awareness and ability to balance legal risks with business objectives.
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   Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams (legal, R&amp;D, commercial, technical)
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  Core Behavioural Competencies
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   Leverages business &amp; strategic mindset
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   Ensures disciplined execution
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   Applies legal acumen
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   Drives and delivers result
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   Manages conflict
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   Engages and inspires
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   Builds partnerships &amp; alignment
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   Builds &amp; develops talent
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   Demonstrates learning agility
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   Demonstrates situational adaptability
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Bybit

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  Established in March 2018, Bybit is one of the fastest growing cryptocurrency derivatives exchanges, with more than 70 million registered users. We offer a professional platform where crypto traders can find an ultra-fast matching engine, excellent customer service and multilingual community support. We provide innovative online spot and derivatives trading services, mining and staking products, as well as API support, to retail and institutional clients around the world, and strive to be the most reliable exchange for the emerging digital asset class.
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  Our core values define us. We listen, care, and improve to create a faster, fairer, and more humane trading environment for our users. Our innovative, highly advanced, user-friendly platform has been designed from the ground-up using best-in-class infrastructure to provide our users with the industry's safest, fastest, fairest, and most transparent trading experience. Built on customer-centric values, we endeavour to provide a professional, 24/7 multi-language customer support to help in a timely manner.
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  As of today, Bybit is one of the most trusted, reliable, and transparent cryptocurrency derivatives platforms in the space.
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   Responsibilities:
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   Review marketing, sponsorship, branding, and advertising materials from a regulatory compliance perspective.
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   Advise leadership and business units leaders on regulatory risks and best practices.
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   Engage external counsel when clarification on compliance or regulatory risks is needed.
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   Develop and implement protocols for managing compliance incidents related to marketing activities.
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   Monitor regulatory developments impacting marketing and promotional activities globally.
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   Update internal compliance guides, regulatory trackers, and marketing compliance frameworks in a timely manner.
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   Conduct training sessions for marketing and business teams on compliance-related topics.
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   Prepare regular compliance reports highlighting marketing risks, incidents, and mitigation plans.
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   Build and maintain relationships with regulators, industry groups, and external stakeholders relevant to marketing compliance.
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   Requirements:
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   Qualified lawyer called to the bar in SG, MY, UK, or HK.
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   Minimum 4 years PQE in regulatory compliance, preferably in the crypto/web3 space across multiple jurisdictions.
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   Strong analytical skills to interpret complex legal and regulatory texts.
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   Proven experience in reviewing marketing materials, sponsorship agreements, and advertising compliance.
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   Excellent project management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
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   Detail-oriented, yet able to see strategic and operational implications.
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   Adaptable to a fast-paced, start-up environment and culturally aware.
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   Fluent in English, with strong written and verbal communication skills
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  <strong>
   Why Join Us
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  At Bybit, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching work environment.
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  Our benefits include:
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   Study Growth Fund: We support your professional development and continuous learning.
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   Internal Events: Participate in regular team-building activities, workshops, and events designed to promote collaboration and innovation.
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   Global Collaboration: Be part of a diverse, international team, working alongside colleagues from around the world.
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   Career Advancement: Access opportunities for growth and advancement within a rapidly expanding global company.
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   Internal Mobility: Grow with us- Your long-term development is important to us. We offer internal job opportunities to help build your career path.
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Marketing Compliance Counsel

Edelman

<p></p><div><div><p><div><div><div><b>Abu Dhabi</b></div><div><b>Edelman &ndash; Corporate /</b></div><div><b>Hybrid</b></div></div></div><p>
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Smithfield, Edelman&rsquo;s dedicated financial communications and capital markets advisory arm, is looking for an experienced Account Director to join our growing team in Abu Dhabi. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a leading global consultancy at the intersection of finance, communications, reputation, and influence.</div><div></div><div><br>
We partner with some of the region&rsquo;s most prominent financial institutions, investment entities, listed companies, and sovereign stakeholders- supporting them across capital markets advisory, transactions, corporate positioning, and regulatory communications.</div><div>
If you&rsquo;re a strategic thinker with deep financial fluency and a passion for delivering high-impact, board-level counsel, we&rsquo;d love to hear from you.</div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Who you are:</b></h3><ul><ul><li>
A confident and thoughtful advisor with a solid grounding in financial and corporate communications.</li><li>
Adept at managing complex client relationships, developing high-stakes narratives, and leading cross-functional teams.</li><li>
Passionate about helping clients navigate reputational opportunities and risks&mdash;especially in investment, capital markets, and financial services contexts.</li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
What You&rsquo;ll Do:</b></h3><ul><ul><li>
Lead integrated communications strategies for investment-focused and capital markets clients, including IPOs, M&amp;As, investor relations, ESG, and financial calendar activity.</li><li>
Serve as a senior point of contact and trusted advisor for key clients&mdash;delivering timely, insightful, and commercially relevant counsel.</li><li>
Manage and oversee the execution of deliverables, including financial announcements, messaging frameworks, investor presentations, and media strategies.</li><li>
Guide clients through complex issues including disclosure obligations, regulatory comms, and stakeholder engagement.</li><li>
Collaborate with Edelman and Smithfield colleagues across the region and globally to bring integrated, multidisciplinary solutions.</li><li>
Build and mentor high-performing teams; coach junior talent with empathy and clarity.</li><li>
Drive organic growth by identifying new opportunities within existing accounts and supporting new business initiatives.</li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
What We&rsquo;re Looking For:</b></h3><ul><ul><li>
6&ndash;8 years&rsquo; experience in financial communications, investor relations, investment banking, capital markets, or related professional services.</li><li>
Strong understanding of GCC market dynamics and regional regulatory frameworks (e.g., ADX, DFM, Tadawul).</li><li>
Experience advising on transactions (IPO, M&amp;A, restructuring) and financial calendar events (results, AGMs, guidance).</li><li>
Proven ability to write and communicate clearly&mdash;especially when distilling complex financial or regulatory information.</li><li>
Confidence in working directly with C-suite leaders, legal and IR teams, bankers, and advisors.</li><li>
Fluency in English is essential; Arabic language skills are highly advantageous.</li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Why Edelman Smithfield:</b></h3><ul><ul><li>
At Edelman, we believe in the power of trust. As part of our Smithfield practice, you&rsquo;ll be part of a global team with deep financial expertise and a shared commitment to insight-driven communications. We&rsquo;re invested in your growth, your ideas, and your voice.</li><li>
We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels heard, respected, and empowered to contribute.</li></ul></ul></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Account Director, Corporate Communications ( Investment Banking) HYBRID — ABU DHABI

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