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Binance

Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem behind the world 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.We seek a versatile legal professional to serve as our Corporate Counsel &amp; Company Secretary. This dual-role is central to our operations, combining strategic legal advisory with hands-on corporate governance. You will be the key advisor to the board and management on legal, compliance, and governance, ensuring the company operates effectively within all legal frameworks.Job Responsibilities:Manage the full legal lifecycle of group entities in multiple jurisdictions   incorporations, annual compliance, internal approvals, and closuresPrepare, coordinate, and maintain corporate documents: shareholder and board resolutions, certificates, PoAs, UBO declarations, share transfers, and director appointmentsSupport legal input into new entity setups and corporate reorganization projectsMonitor and maintain internal governance registers, KYC files, group charts, and signature authorities across all active legal entitiesPrepare and review board and committee meeting materialsCoordinate internal approvals and contribute to the design of efficient governance processes and decision-tracking toolsRespond to internal requests on company structures, signatories, control rights, and document validityAssist with a broad range of corporate transactional matters, including M&amp;A, investments, and joint venturesRequirementsLegally qualified (civil or common law jurisdiction) with at least 3 years of experience in corporate law, M&amp;A, or legal entity management within a multinational in-house teamStrong command of corporate governance, company law, and corporate reorganizationsExperience managing legal entities through third-party service providers and acting as the internal coordinator of sensitive corporate actionsOutstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with strong attention to detailExcellent ability to communicate information effectively internally and externally and to drive cross-functional alignment and actionAn owner s mentality with the ability to execute in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, juggle conflicting priorities to meet deadlines and adapt quickly to new surroundingsStrong collaborator and teammate with demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with other teamsWhy Binance Shape the future with the world s leading blockchain ecosystem Collaborate with world-class talent in a user-centric global organization with a flat structure Tackle unique, fast-paced projects with autonomy in an innovative environment Thrive in a results-driven workplace with opportunities for career growth and continuous learning Competitive salary and company benefits Work-from-home arrangement (the arrangement may vary depending on the work nature of the business team)Binance is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We believe that having a diverse workforce is fundamental to our success.By submitting a job application, you confirm that you have read and agree to our Candidate Privacy Notice .We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Corporate Counsel

JOBSCAN Middle East Ltd.

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 Our Client is a multinational company in the building solutions industry:
 
 
 
 
 
 
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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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 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

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 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.
 
 
 
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 Drive the development and implementation of group legal strategy and contribute to the development of the organization&rsquo;s general business strategy.
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 Provide proactive, in-depth, business focused advice and execution.
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 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.
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 Assist in transactional activities including M&amp;A, majority and minority investments and joint ventures as well as restructurings globally.
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 Lead, advise and support a wide variety of transactional, reorganisation and governance initiatives.
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 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.
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 Partner with cross-functional and regional teams and provide support on legal matters of varying complexity, sensitivity, and tangibility.
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 Provide training and counsel non-legal colleagues to promote greater awareness and risk management across the company.
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 Anticipate and maintain up-to-date knowledge of current laws.
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 Identify legal framework developments, align and promote consistency of approach in legal matters between the internal stakeholders.
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 Take prudent risks within the context of the overall business, and advise and implement solutions to address issues identified.
 
 
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 Qualified lawyer in the UK, US or other common law jurisdiction.
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 8+ years of post qualification experience working at a reputable law firm or in-house at a well-established corporate or investment fund.
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 Strong team player and good business sense.
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 Ideally trained in a reputable law firm within the corporate practice with a focus on corporate transactional work and general corporate governance.
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 Reorganisation experience is essential.
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 Possesses strong legal technical expertise as well as exceptional business acumen and people skills.
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 Hands on at work and can be independent in managing complex projects whilst still working as part of a team.
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 Ability to come up with and execute creative solutions to meet current and evolving business needs.
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 Excellent legal drafting and interpretation skills.
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 Excellent problem solving, analytical and organisational skills.
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 Comfortable working in a fast-paced tech environment.
 
 
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 Why Binance
 
 
 
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 Shape the future with the world&rsquo;s leading blockchain ecosystem
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 Collaborate with world-class talent in a user-centric global organization with a flat structure
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 Tackle unique, fast-paced projects with autonomy in an innovative environment
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 Thrive in a results-driven workplace with opportunities for career growth and continuous learning
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 Competitive salary and company benefits
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 Work-from-home arrangement (the arrangement may vary depending on the work nature of the business team)
 
 
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 Binance is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We believe that having a diverse workforce is fundamental to our success.
 
 
 
 By submitting a job application, you confirm that you have read and agree to our
 
 
 
 Candidate Privacy Notice
 
 
 
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 We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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Senior M&A/Corporate Counsel

SEGULA Technologies

<div>Company Description 
Do you want to shape the world of tomorrow and work on innovative projects? Then you're a good fit for us! We are a global engineering group with 15,000 employees and 140 locations worldwide. With our services, we are driving the topics of energy efficiency, climate protection and decarbonization and developing tech industries into new dimensions.
The world of SEGULA Technologies Experts revolves around industries such as automotive, software, energy and life sciences. As an independent player, we support OEMs and suppliers with personal engineering services. Take advantage of new opportunities and take on exciting tasks and attractive positions with direct customer assignment. 
Job Description 
Location: Dubai, UAE 
Employment Type: Permanent 
Reporting to: General Counsel<ul><li>Prepare and distribute notices, agendas and supporting materials for board and committee meetings.</li><li>Attend board meetings, record minutes.</li><li>Assist in the preparation and filing of statutory documents with regulatory authorities.</li><li>Provide guidance and support to directors and senior management on corporate governance matters.</li><li>review draft minutes of meetings and resolutions when prepared by co-shareholders</li><li>Communicate with external advisors, legal counsel and auditors on corporate governance and compliance issues.</li><li>keep the group corporate database updated</li><li>Stay updated on changes to corporate law, regulations and governance practices.</li></ul> 
Qualifications 
Bachelor's degree in Law, , or related field; legal qualification preferred but not required<ul><li>5-7 years of progressive experience as a company secretary or corporate legal counsel in-house or in private practice</li><li>excellent English proficiency (written and verbal), ideally native or fluent Arabic speaker</li><li>Expertise in corporate law</li><li>Demonstrated ability to handle complex legal matters with minimal supervision</li><li>Solid understanding of Middle East corporate and regulatory environment</li><li>Experience in working with legal advisors and working in fast-paced environments</li></ul> 
Additional Information 
Personal Attributes<ul><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to interact effectively with senior stakeholders in both Arabic and English</li><li>Strong collaborative approach while maintaining ability to work independently</li><li>High level of discretion and ability to handle confidential and sensitive information</li><li>Proactive and results-oriented with strong sense of accountability</li><li>Adaptability and continuous learning mindset in dynamic environment</li><li>Cultural awareness and ability to bridge communication between international and local teams 3</li></ul>
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted</div>

Corporate Legal Counsel (WATER, ENERGY), UAEN-Dubai, UAE

ENERGIE RECRUTE

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 Company Description
 
 
 
 Do you want to shape the world of tomorrow and work on innovative projects? Then you're a good fit for us! We are a global engineering group with 15,000 employees and 140 locations worldwide. With our services, we are driving the topics of energy efficiency, climate protection and decarbonization and developing tech industries into new dimensions.
 
 
 The world of SEGULA Technologies Experts revolves around industries such as automotive, software, energy and life sciences. As an independent player, we support OEMs and suppliers with personal engineering services. Take advantage of new opportunities and take on exciting tasks and attractive positions with direct customer assignment.
 
 
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 Location: Dubai, UAE Employment Type: Permanent Reporting to: General Counsel
 
 
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 Prepare and distribute notices, agendas and supporting materials for board and committee meetings.
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 Attend board meetings, record minutes.
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 Assist in the preparation and filing of statutory documents with regulatory authorities.
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 Provide guidance and support to directors and senior management on corporate governance matters.
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 review draft minutes of meetings and resolutions when prepared by co-shareholders
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 Communicate with external advisors, legal counsel and auditors on corporate governance and compliance issues.
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 keep the group corporate database updated
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 Stay updated on changes to corporate law, regulations and governance practices. 2
 
 
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 Additional Information
 
 
 Personal Attributes
 
 
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 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to interact effectively with senior stakeholders in both Arabic and English
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 Strong collaborative approach while maintaining ability to work independently
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 High level of discretion and ability to handle confidential and sensitive information
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 Proactive and results-oriented with strong sense of accountability
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 Adaptability and continuous learning mindset in dynamic environment
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 Cultural awareness and ability to bridge communication between international and local teams 3
 
 
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 Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted&Acirc;
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 Bachelor's degree in Law, , or related field; legal qualification preferred but not required
 
 
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 5-7 years of progressive experience as a company secretary or corporate legal counsel in-house or in private practice
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 excellent English proficiency (written and verbal), ideally native or fluent Arabic speaker
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 Expertise in corporate law
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 Demonstrated ability to handle complex legal matters with minimal supervision
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 Solid understanding of Middle East corporate and regulatory environment
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 Experience in working with legal advisors and working in fast-paced environments
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Corporate Legal Counsel (WATER, ENERGY), UAEN-Dubai, UAE - Segula Technologies

Confidential

Corporate Legal Advisor - Reports To Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Department Legal & Compliance Summary The Corporate Legal Advisor provides expert legal counsel and support to the company’s management and business units on all legal matters related to investments, corporate governance, contracts, compliance, and regulatory affairs. The role ensures that the company’s operations and investments are compliant with UAE laws, international regulations, and internal corporate policies. The advisor also mitigates legal risks, drafts and reviews contracts, and represents the company in negotiations and legal proceedings. Key Responsibilities 1. Legal Advisory & Compliance: Advise management on UAE laws, investment regulations, and corporate governance practices. Ensure compliance with MOE, SCA, DIFC, and other regulatory bodies. 2. Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate investment, joint venture, and service agreements. 3. Investment & Transaction Support: Conduct legal due diligence, review term sheets, SPAs, and coordinate with external counsel. 4. Risk Mitigation & Dispute Resolution: Identify legal risks, support in arbitration or litigation, and manage external counsel. 5. Corporate Governance: Ensure compliance with governance frameworks, board resolutions, and entity formation or liquidation. 6. Policy & Documentation: Develop and implement legal policies, templates, and manuals. 7. Advisory Role: Support senior management with legal and investment decisions. Qualifications & Experience Education: LLB (required), Master’s in Business or Corporate Law (preferred). Certifications: Licensed legal practitioner in UAE or other recognized jurisdiction; Certification in Corporate Governance or Compliance. Experience: 8–12 years in corporate legal practice, preferably in investment or finance sectors, with M&A and joint venture experience. Core Competencies / Skills • Deep knowledge of UAE and international corporate law • Excellent drafting and negotiation abilities • Risk management and compliance awareness • Communication and presentation skills • Analytical and detail-oriented • Ethical judgment and discretion • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously

Legal Advisor

Hitachi Energy

Legal Counsel: General Business includes advice/counsel across multiple areas of business law related to an organization s legal rights and obligations, including: Providing legal advice/counsel in business-related areas of expertise (e.g., corporate law, real estate, tax, business litigation, transactions/anti-trust, compliance, intellectual property, employment/labor, corporate governance, ethics, etc.). Researching, analyzing, and interpreting proposed and existing laws, statutes, and regulations. Identifying, evaluating, and addressing issues of legal risk. Structuring, drafting, negotiating and/or approving legal contracts, letters of agreement, policies and other documents related to a variety of trade, commercial, financial, and operational matters. May represent/advocate for an organization in litigation, arbitration, mediation or other disputes with courts, government agencies, or other legal authorities. In-house legal counsel may also be accountable for liaising with external legal counsel on complex legal issues A Specialist Professional (P4) is a recognized subject matter expert in job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Responsibilities typically include: Managing large projects or processes with limited oversight from manager. Coaching, reviewing and delegating work to lower level professionals. Problems faced are difficult and often complex.

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