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  Job Title:
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 Corporate Lawyer &ndash; Corporate &amp; Commercial Matters
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  Location:
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 UAE
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  Job Overview
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 We are looking for an experienced
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  Corporate Lawyer
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 with
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  10+ years
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 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.
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  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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  Requirements
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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

TMF Group

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 <p>
  <strong>
   <em>
    We never ask for payment as part of our selection process, and we always contact candidates via our corporate accounts and platforms. If you are approached for payment, this is likely to be fraudulent. Please check to see whether the role you are interested in is posted here, on our website.
   </em>
  </strong>
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 </p>
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  <strong>
   Key Responsibilities:
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
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   Must have a strong experience working with Abu Dhabi and Dubai Mainland.
  </li>
  <li>
   Incorporating companies in all free zones, mainland and jurisdictions and providing expert guidance to clients on the different types of business structures (LLC, Free Zone, Branch, etc.) available in the UAE and assisting them in selecting the most suitable option.
  </li>
  <li>
   License renewals: preparing all documents and submission to authority.
  </li>
  <li>
   Liaising on a daily basis with relevant authorities including but not limited to Government and Free Zone Authorities, Ministerial Departments, Free Zone Customer Services, Law Firms, Courts, Public Notaries, Consulates, Embassies, Customs Authorities, Typing Centers, Chambers, Municipalities, Translators, and other 3rd parties.
  </li>
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   Drafting, submission and updating of documentations with regards to corporate assignments such as incorporation, change of Directors/Shareholders/Manager, authorized signatory, share transfer, activity and address changes, and other ad-hoc projects.
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience with opening of bank account on behalf of the client.
  </li>
  <li>
   Managing the key relationships with key clients and developing them further.
  </li>
  <li>
   Interact with and maintain relationships with clients, service providers and authorities to provide accurate information.
  </li>
  <li>
   Developing a competency and understanding of the rules, regulations, and practices applicable in the UAE related to company set ups.
  </li>
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   Coordinate with other offices and legal departments outside UAE to arrange legal documentation e.g. for attestations / legalizations.
  </li>
 </ul>
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 </p>
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  <strong>
   Key Requirements
  </strong>
 </p>
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   At least 1 to 3 years&rsquo; experience in UAE (mainly mainland Abu Dhabi and Dubai will be advantage)
  </li>
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   Excellent communication skills
  </li>
  <li>
   Team Player
  </li>
  <li>
   Highly engaged, positive and pro-active personality
  </li>
  <li>
   Self-motivated, well-organized, hardworking, a strong sense of responsibility with positive working attitude
  </li>
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   Takes accountability and ownership of tasks
  </li>
 </ul>
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Company Formation Specialist

<div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>General Information
</b></h3></div></div><div><div><div><div>Job ID
</div><div>32672
</div></div><div><div>Location
</div><div>Dubai, United Arab Emirates
</div></div><div><div>Work Types
</div><div>Full Time
</div></div><div><div>Categories
</div><div>Client Corporate Secretarial
</div></div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b><i>We never ask for payment as part of our selection process, and we always contact candidates via our corporate accounts and platforms. If you are approached for payment, this is likely to be fraudulent. Please check to see whether the role you are interested in is posted here, on our website.</i></b></p></div><br>
</div></div><div><div><div><b>About TMF Group</b></div>
</div></div><div><div><p>TMF Group is a leading provider of critical administrative services, helping clients invest and operate safely around the world. Our 11 000+ experts and 125+ offices in 87 jurisdictions worldwide serve corporates, financial institutions, asset managers, private clients and family offices, providing the combination of accounting, tax, payroll, fund administration, compliance and entity management services essential to global business success</p><br>
</div></div><div></div><div><div><br>
<div><b>Discover the Role</b></div>
</div></div><div><div><p>Incorporating companies in all free zones, mainland and jurisdictions and providing expert guidance to clients on the different types of business structures (LLC, Free Zone, Branch, etc.) available in the UAE and assisting them in selecting the most suitable option.</p><br>
</div></div><div></div><div><div><br>
<div><b>Key Responsibilities</b></div>
</div></div><div><div><ul><li>Must have a strong experience working with Abu Dhabi and Dubai Mainland.</li><li>
Incorporating companies in all free zones, mainland and jurisdictions and providing expert guidance to clients on the different types of business structures (LLC, Free Zone, Branch, etc.) available in the UAE and assisting them in selecting the most suitable option.</li><li>
License renewals: preparing all documents and submission to authority.</li><li>
Liaising on a daily basis with relevant authorities including but not limited to Government and Free Zone Authorities, Ministerial Departments, Free Zone Customer Services, Law Firms, Courts, Public Notaries, Consulates, Embassies, Customs Authorities, Typing Centers, Chambers, Municipalities, Translators, and other 3rd parties.</li><li>
Drafting, submission and updating of documentations with regards to corporate assignments such as incorporation, change of Directors/Shareholders/Manager, authorized signatory, share transfer, activity and address changes, and other ad-hoc projects.</li><li>
Experience with opening of bank account on behalf of the client.</li><li>
Managing the key relationships with key clients and developing them further.</li><li>
Interact with and maintain relationships with clients, service providers and authorities to provide accurate information.</li><li>
Developing a competency and understanding of the rules, regulations, and practices applicable in the UAE related to company set ups.</li><li>
Coordinate with other offices and legal departments outside UAE to arrange legal documentation e.g. for attestations / legalizations.</li></ul><br>
</div></div><div></div><div><div><br>
<div><b>Key Requirements</b></div>
</div></div><div><div><ul><li>At least 1 to 3 years&rsquo; experience in UAE (mainly mainland Abu Dhabi and Dubai will be advantage)</li><li>
Excellent communication skills</li><li>
Team Player</li><li>
Highly engaged, positive and pro-active personality</li><li>
Self-motivated, well-organized, hardworking, a strong sense of responsibility with positive working attitude</li><li>
Takes accountability and ownership of tasks</li></ul><br>
</div></div><div></div><div><div><br>
<div><b>What&rsquo;s in it for you?</b></div>
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Pathways for career development</b></div><ul><li>
Work with colleagues and clients around the world on interesting and challenging work;</li><li>
We provide internal career opportunities so you can take your career further within TMF;</li><li>
Continuous development is supported through global learning opportunities from the TMF Business Academy.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Making an impact</b></div><ul><li>
You&rsquo;ll be helping us to make the world a simpler place to do business for our clients;</li><li>
Through our corporate social responsibility programme, you&rsquo;ll also be making a difference in the communities where we work.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
A supportive environment</b></div><ul><li>
Strong feedback culture to help build an engaging workplace;</li><li>
Our inclusive work environment allows you to work from our offices around the world, as well as from home, helping you find the right work-life balance to perform at your best.</li></ul><br>
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<div><b>We&rsquo;re looking forward to getting to know you!</b></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Black Pen Recruitment

<p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p><b>Role Overview</b></p><p>Ensure our client's South African wagering entities are fully license-compliant, financially efficient, and prepared for growth across the continent.</p><p><u>Job Type:</u> Full-time / Permanent</p><p><u>Location:</u> Malta or Thailand</p><p><b>Workplace:</b> Hybrid</p><p><u>Relocation Package:</u> Full accommodation, flight tickets, and other expenses for Malta or Thailand</p><p><b>Requirements</b></p><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><p><b>Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li><b>Governance & filings:</b> Maintain accurate CIPC records, B-BBEE certificates, UBO registers, and provincial-board corporate returns</li><li><b>Licence management:</b> Lead new applications, renewals, share-change approvals, and key-person vetting with relevant boards; brief the MLRO on any conditions</li><li><b>Commercial contracts:</b> Draft and negotiate agreements for affiliates, data feeds, sponsorships, and white-label products, ensuring compliance with gambling laws and CPA provisions</li><li><b>Exchange-control & tax:</b> Guide on SARB approvals for dividends, loans, and royalties; monitor risks related to thin capitalization and withholding taxes</li><li><b>M&A / expansion:</b> Conduct legal due diligence for new African targets; manage data rooms, closing opinions, and post-merger integration</li><li><b>Dispute oversight:</b> Manage vendor, player, and regulator disputes; instruct litigation counsel under capped or AFA terms</li><li><b>Policy & training:</b> Implement signing authority limits, director induction packs, and conduct governance training for local leadership</li></ul>

Senior Corporate Lawyer (Relocation to Malta orThailand/iGaming)

SODRU S.A.

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   Sodru S.A.
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  is a Luxembourg-based multinational agro-holding of SODRU Group, with a strong global presence (https://sodru.com).
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  The company&rsquo;s vast network of suppliers, customers and strategic production/logistics facilities supports its trading and distribution activities in Europe, Latin America, Turkey, Middle East, Africa, South East Asia and China.
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  The Company is focused on serving agricultural markets with the highest quality products and services.
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  For our company in Dubai (Magri FZCO), we are looking for a full-time
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   Chartering Specialist
  </strong>
  with a permanent employment contract. The Employee will play an important role in ensuring the smooth running of daily operational processes in support of SODRU's trading activities and supply chain.
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   Key Job Responsibilities:
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  &bull; Nominate vessels to shippers/consignees and coordinate the loading/unloading processes for vessels in ports around the world and at the Company&rsquo;s terminals;
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  &bull; Monitor the cargo readiness for shipment and vessel queues at loading/unloading ports;
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  &bull; Forecast the vessels&rsquo; departure/arrival time to the world ports and Company terminals;
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  &bull; Control the cargo documents for incoming/outgoing vessels to/from the Company's terminals;
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  &bull; Provide information on incoming and outgoing vessels;
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  &bull; Calculate and coordinate the lay time, demurrage, and dispatching with ship owners, as well as with shippers/consignees;
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  &bull; Prepare and coordinate the vessels&rsquo; loading/unloading plans; ensure reporting.
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   Requirements for candidates:
  </strong>
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  &bull; Higher education (preferably Organization of transportation and process management in transport/logistics/navigation);
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  &bull; Language proficiency: Russian and English - full fluency (both oral and written);
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  &bull; 5-7 years of experience in chartering of mini-bulk, coaster-sized vessels at Black, Mediterranean seas and Far East region is desirable;
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  &bull; Knowledge of MS Office products;
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  &bull; Personal qualities: high level of responsibility, attention to details when working with documents, stress resistance, communication skills, ability to learn;
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  &bull; Desire to develop in the logistics and freight field, deepening professional knowledge and skills.
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Chartering Specialist

Sloaneshorey

<p><b>Partner/Managing Director, MENA</b></p><p>UAE-based (Dubai/Abu Dhabi)</p><p>Corporate Intelligence and Investigations firm is looking to build a market-leading MENA practice in the UAE.</p><p>They are seeking a Partner or Managing Director to lead client development and execute source-led enquiries supporting any deals and disputes their clients (law firms, private equity, sovereign wealth funds, governments, MNCs) may have.</p><p><b>Duties:</b></p><ul><li>Develop business and client relationships</li><li>Advise clients</li><li>Lead assignments</li><li>Develop a source network in the region</li><li>Manage a small high-performing team</li></ul><p><b>Ideal background:</b></p><ul><li>18-25+ years of experience</li><li>Background in consulting, policy, law, investigations, intelligence</li><li>Substantive Gulf/Middle East experience</li></ul><p><b>Hiring Firm:</b></p><p>Corporate intelligence and investigations firm which legally obtains information and insights that are not publicly available through a human source network, supporting corporates, lawyers, and investors globally across all sectors.</p><p>The firm provides intelligence to support all transactions: acquisitions, divestments, minority stakes, joint ventures, market entry/exit etc., and to support disputes by filling information gaps and providing insights to debunks claims, identify fabrications, profile witnesses, and identify evidence.</p><p>Their analysts provide intelligence on:</p><ul><li>People: integrity, reputation, fraud, corruption, bribery, political exposure</li><li>Entities: sanctions compliance, supply chain integrity, human rights, and modern slavery</li><li>Markets: geopolitical risk, regulatory risk, market entry</li></ul><p><b>SLOANE SHOREY</b></p><p>Strategic advisor on leadership appointments and specialist hires across the risk lifecycle: supporting due diligence, regulation, and dispute resolution in international business and investments.</p><p>Sloane Shorey Consulting is an independent executive search and recruitment firm which works with global consulting firms, financial institutions, and private investment funds, delivering confidential searches and discreet hires in corporate intelligence, forensic investigations, and regulatory advisory.</p><p>Sloane Shorey is a Ministry of Manpower Licensed Employment Agency: EA License 20S0307</p>

Partner/Managing Director, MENA

MCG Talent

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 <p>
  Are you passionate about finding and hiring great talent? We&rsquo;re looking for a
  <strong>
   Corporate Recruitment Specialist
  </strong>
  to join the Human Capital team and play a key role in attracting, selecting, and onboarding top professionals for a leading organization in the UAE&rsquo;s dynamic events and entertainment industry.
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  <strong>
   About the Role
  </strong>
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  In this role, you will support the full recruitment lifecycle &ndash; from sourcing and assessing candidates to managing offers and ensuring a seamless onboarding experience. You&rsquo;ll also work closely with hiring managers and external recruitment partners to ensure hiring needs are met efficiently and in line with company culture and compliance standards.
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  <br/>
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  <strong>
   What You&rsquo;ll Do
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 </p>
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   Implement effective recruitment strategies to attract top talent for corporate and events-related roles.
  </li>
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   Build and maintain strong relationships with hiring managers and recruitment agencies.
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   Conduct interviews, assessments, and background checks.
  </li>
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   Manage employment contracts and ensure compliance with UAE labour laws.
  </li>
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   Coordinate onboarding activities to ensure new hires integrate smoothly.
  </li>
  <li>
   Promote diversity, inclusion, and alignment with company values in all recruitment activities.
  </li>
 </ul>
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  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   What We&rsquo;re Looking For
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Minimum of
   <strong>
    2 years&rsquo; experience
   </strong>
   in a similar recruitment role.
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience within the
   <strong>
    entertainment or events industry
   </strong>
   is an advantage.
  </li>
  <li>
   <strong>
    Bachelor&rsquo;s degree
   </strong>
   in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
  </li>
  <li>
   Excellent communication, relationship management, and problem-solving skills.
  </li>
  <li>
   Knowledge of
   <strong>
    UAE labour law
   </strong>
   and HR best practices.
  </li>
  <li>
   Proficiency in
   <strong>
    English and Arabic
   </strong>
   is mandatory.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
 </p>
</div>


Corporate Recruiting Specialist (Abu Dhabi-based)

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Company Formation Specialist

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