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Esenyel | Partners

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 About Our Office:
 
 
 
 
 
 ESENYEL &amp; PARTNERS is Turkey's expanding law firm based in Istanbul with correspondent lawyers/offices around the world and across the country in cities such as Izmir, Canakkale, Kocaeli, Samsun, Trabzon, Mersin, Iskenderun and Ankara.
 
 
 
 
 
 We owe our continued growth to the fast, practical and quality service we provide to our Clients. Our highly trained lawyers take a hands-on approach to the practice of law and provide both legal and technical assistance in favour of our dedication to understanding the specific sectors of the clients represented.
 
 
 
 
 
 As Esenyel Partners Law Firm, we are looking for a &lsquo;
 
 Corporate Lawyer
 
 &rsquo; with solid transactional experience to join a new and dynamic team working closely.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law, preferably a master&rsquo;s degree (graduated) in Law.
 
 
 &bull; Minimum 5 years of experience in corporate law, focusing on transactions, commercial contracts, corporate governance, and data privacy regulations.
 
 
 &bull; Experienced in working in a crowded and busy law office.
 
 
 &bull; Deep knowledge of securities regulations, corporate governance principles, and commercial law, with added expertise in KVKK (Personal Data Protection Law in Turkey) and GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation).
 
 
 &bull; Proven ability to handle data privacy compliance projects, including drafting data protection agreements, conducting impact assessments, and advising on regulatory requirements.
 
 
 &bull; Exceptional communication skills, capable of explaining complex legal concepts in an accessible and professional manner.
 
 
 &bull; Proactive and strategic mindset, with the ability to foresee potential legal issues and provide practical solutions.
 
 
 &bull; Strong leadership and project management skills, adept at managing multiple priorities and meeting strict deadlines.
 
 
 &bull; Fluency in spoken and written Turkish and English; additional language skills are advantageous.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Drafting, negotiating, and executing a wide range of commercial contracts, including those involving data privacy considerations.
 
 
 &bull; Providing legal advice on corporate law, commercial law, and data privacy regulations (KVKK &amp; GDPR).
 
 
 &bull; Conducting due diligence in corporate projects, with a focus on ensuring compliance with data privacy laws.
 
 
 &bull; Staying updated on new legislation, particularly related to corporate law and data privacy, and advising on draft laws.
 
 
 &bull; Conducting legal research on both corporate and data protection matters.
 
 
 &bull; Monitoring and implementing compliance frameworks for KVKK and GDPR, including policies and training.
 
 
 &bull; Assisting senior lawyers and team leaders in complex legal matters.
 
 
 &bull; Handling day-today corporate affairs, such as organizing general assembly meetings and ensuring corporate governance compliance.
 
 
 &bull; Collaborating with cross functional teams to provide insights on legal risks related to commercial and privacy matters.
 
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Corporate Lawyer

Barlas Law Firm

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 Company Description
 
 
 
 Barlas Law Firm is located in Maslak, the business and financial center of Istanbul, at A&Gbreve;AO&Gbreve;LU1453. We provide legal services to both local and international individuals and institutions. Our client satisfaction stems from our result-oriented approach and dedication to delivering successful outcomes. Although we offer a full range of legal services, our specialized lawyers excel in Real Estate Law, Corporate &amp; Commercial Law, Law of Contracts, and etc. Our team, driven by perfection and consistency, delivers services in both Turkish and English.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Description
 
 
 
 This is a full-time on-site role for a Senior Lawyer located in Istanbul, T&uuml;rkiye. The Senior Lawyer will be responsible for providing expert legal advice, representing clients in court, conducting thorough legal research, drafting and reviewing legal documents, and negotiating settlements. This role involves working closely with clients to understand and address their legal needs while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Additionally, the Senior Lawyer will mentor junior lawyers and contribute to the firm's development and growth.
 
 
 
 
 
 Senior Lawyer will be expected to be superior to other lawyers and legal interns in the office and organize and supervise their work.
 
 
 
 
 
 The seniority of the position is expected to be at least 5 years.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
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 Extensive experience in Real Estate Law, Corporate &amp; Commercial Law, Law of Contracts.
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 Extensive experience in both corporate and litigation.
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 Proficiency in legal research, legal writing, and document drafting.
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 Strong courtroom advocacy and negotiation skills.
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 Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Turkish and English.
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 Ability to lead and mentor junior lawyers while working effectively in a team environment.
 </li>
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 Law degree, and admission to the Turkish Bar Association.
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 Proven track record of successful case outcomes and client satisfaction.
 </li>
 </ul>
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Senior Lawyer

TK Elevator

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 What We Expect
 
 
 
 Provide legal advice to the entire TKE T&uuml;rkiye organization, including (but not limited to) the sales, service and procurement departments, in various areas of law such as Commercial Law, Contract Law, Employment Law, International Law, Enforcement &amp; Bankruptcy Law and Corporate Law.
 
 
 Deliver legal support in public tenders, including preparation, review and submission of contractual appeals within the public procurement framework.
 
 
 Draft, review, amend and negotiate complex commercial and sector-related agreements, including service, work, product sales, subcontractor and turnkey contracts.
 
 
 Conduct legal research on matters referred by business departments, provide legal opinions, and share findings to mitigate potential legal or commercial risks.
 
 
 Provide legal guidance in corporate governance matters and reduce business exposure by supporting risk assessments related to commercial and legal decisions.
 
 
 Prepare, review and develop internal corporate legal documentation (&ldquo;legal housekeeping&rdquo;).
 
 
 Manage litigation processes and support debt collection matters when necessary.
 
 
 Coordinate with external law firms, including selection, supervision and performance monitoring.
 
 
 Prepare periodic legal reports on litigation risks, legal expenditures and relevant corporate changes.
 
 
 Plan and deliver legal trainings to non-lawyer employees across the organization.
 
 
 Support and advise the General Assembly and the Board of Directors on legal matters.
 
 
 
 Who We Are Looking For
 
 
 
 
 Academic background
 
 
 
 University degree in law (compulsory)
 
 
 Master&rsquo;s degree and/or related postgraduate studies (desirable)
 
 
 
 Professional Experience
 
 
 
 Minimum 3 years experience in a law firm or as a corporate lawyer
 
 
 Proven (basic) knowledge in as many of the above-mentioned areas of responsibility as possible
 
 
 English Level Upper-Intermediate (minimum)
 
 
 What We Offer Who We Are
 
 
 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗧𝗞 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿 &ndash; 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗨𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗻 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴
 
 
 Engineering pioneer. Global industry leader. TK Elevator draws on a legacy of firsts &ndash; from a groundbreaking vertical conveyor in 1890 &ndash; to evolve modern mobility.
 
 
 TKE blends safety, reliability, and innovation to create cutting-edge solutions that redefine how we move. Our dedicated teams engineer, manufacture, install, modernize, and service elevators, escalators, walkways, passenger boarding bridges, and residential lifts.
 
 
 
 Contact
 
 
 
 
 HR Specialist
 
 
 
 Batuhan Tokan
 
 
 batuhan.tokan@tkelevator.com
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Legal Counsel

Gizli

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 We are looking for an experienced Senior Lawyer with expertise in the mining sector to provide strategic legal counsel and support across various aspects of our business operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mining law, strong litigation experiences with a focus on regulatory compliance, contract negotiation, and corporate governance. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic individual to make a significant impact within a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Provide expert legal advice and support on mining-related matters, including compliance, permitting, and licensing requirements.
 
 
 We want you to prepare joint venture agreements, take part in litigation processes and arrange supply contracts.
 
 
 Conduct legal research and analysis to stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory developments, and emerging issues affecting the mining sector.
 
 
 Collaborate cross-functionally with internal stakeholders, including project managers, engineers, and executives, to ensure legal compliance and mitigate risks.
 
 
 Assist in the development and implementation of corporate policies, procedures, and best practices to promote legal compliance and risk management.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Turkish law degree (LL.B) from a leading university with a strong academic record
 
 
 Minimum of 4 years of experience practicing law.
 
 
 Minimum 2 years of litigation experience.
 
 
 Experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts and agreements.
 
 
 Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
 
 
 Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
 
 
 Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
 
 
 Commitment to upholding the highest standards of legal ethics and integrity
 
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Lawyer

Beymen Group

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 Beymen, one of the significant performers of Turkey and the world luxury fashion scene, and Turkey's leading brands Network and Divarese, joined the investment fund of Mayhoola as Beymen Group in 2019. As a continuance of Mayhoola's investments since 2015, this move is the biggest foreign investment ever made in the Turkish luxury retail and fashion industry. In addition to Beymen Group, the Mayhoola&rsquo;s mutual fund portfolio includes world-leading brands such as Valentino, Balmain and Pal Zileri.
 
 
 
 
 
 Following the motto of moving towards the future by renewing itself every day and keeping the spirit of the time, Beymen Group invites you to the inspiring world of fashion by presenting more than 900 brands all together in Beymen stores, boutiques of world-famous brands, Beymen Club, Network and Divarese stores, e-commerce and mobile applications
 
 
 
 
 
 Beymen Group, which makes a difference in society with its principles, values and social responsibility understanding, is looking for
 
 Legal Counsel
 
 for our family, who are creative, passionate, courageous, constantly learning and adopting customer satisfaction as a principle!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 QUALIFICATIONS
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law,
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 <li>
 Minimum 10 years of experience as a corporate lawyer in large-scale companies,
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 Experience in the retail sector is preferred,
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 Proven expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts,
 </li>
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 Experienced in corporate governance processes,
 </li>
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 Strong background in lease agreements, leasing law practices, and e-commerce law,
 </li>
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 Excellent command of written and spoken English,
 </li>
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 Proficient in MS Office applications,
 </li>
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 Strong verbal and written communication skills,
 </li>
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 A good team player with strong time management and problem-solving skills.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 JOB DESCRIPTION
 
 
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 <li>
 Managing and overseeing all legal activities of the company,
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 Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts in Turkish and English,
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 Conducting legal risk analyses for company contracts and projects,
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 Providing legal support for lease agreements and e-commerce operations,
 </li>
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 Monitoring relevant laws, regulations, and amendments; analyzing potential impacts and informing internal stakeholders,
 </li>
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 Developing practical and creative legal solutions for business needs,
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 Keeping up to date with legal practices related to the retail industry,
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 Preparing responses to official correspondences,
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 Providing legal consultancy to company departments and group companies,
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 Collaborating with business units to support the implementation of new projects,
 </li>
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 Reporting to the Legal Director on assigned responsibilities and ongoing matters,
 </li>
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 Coordinating with external law firms and managing relations with public authorities and institutions.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
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ACTECON

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 ACTECON seeks to hire highly qualified mid-level associates with competition law experience and excellent academic credentials to join our Competition &amp; Regulatory practice in our Istanbul office. We are the trusted advisor of the client firms that are leader in their fields in competition, trade remedies and regulation practice areas. ACTECON draws its strength from its committed and solution-oriented team, extensive sector-specific knowledge, expertise in local and multinational arena and know-how on the insights of the business world.
 
 
 Learn more about our firm, practice, and our commitment to our core values by visiting our website at
 
 www.actecon.com
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Requirements:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 A qualified lawyer with 3-4 years of experience in Competition Law. Working experience in all areas of Competition Law, especially in investigations and merger notifications.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent academic credentials.
 </li>
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 A post graduate degree in antitrust law would be an asset.
 </li>
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 Experience in working with international clients
 </li>
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 Grasp of Competition Law&rsquo;s economical concepts
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 <li>
 Advanced level of written and spoken English. (IELTS score of min. 7.5 or min TOEFL score of 110 is required.)
 </li>
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 Strong planning, organization, drafting, communication, and analytical skills.
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 Motivated team player
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 Ability to take initiatives, and a willingness to take ownership of and responsibility for projects.
 </li>
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 Working knowledge of MS Office applications
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Description:
 
 
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 Advising clients on a range of competition law, trade remedies and regulatory issues
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 Drafting arguments, submissions to Competition Authority, Ministry of Trade and courts
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 Participating in seminars/training to clients and other associates
 </li>
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 Writing articles in reputable publications
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 Managing client relationships
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Skills:
 
 
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 Ethical Behavior Skills: Demonstrate a strong commitment to ethical principles and professional conduct, ensuring all actions and decisions adhere to company values and legal standards.
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 Awareness of Job Responsibilities: Maintain a clear understanding of assigned duties and responsibilities, ability to take initiatives, consistently meeting expectations and delivering high-quality work.
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 Teamwork: Collaborate effectively with colleagues, contributing to a positive team environment and working towards common goals.
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 Coping with Stress: Manage and adapt to high-pressure situations and workloads, maintaining composure and productivity.
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 Effective Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and organized records, ensuring timely and efficient retrieval of information.
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 Continuous Learning: Engage in ongoing professional development, staying current with industry trends and acquiring new skills to enhance job performance.
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 Critical Thinking: Apply analytical skills to evaluate information and make sound, informed decisions, solving complex problems effectively.
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 Interpersonal Skills: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders through effective communication and empathy.
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 Written and Verbal Communication: Communicate clearly and concisely in both written and verbal forms, conveying information accurately and persuasively.
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 Research: Conduct thorough and comprehensive research to support decision-making and provide accurate, relevant information.
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 Information Gathering: Collect, analyze, and synthesize data from various sources to inform business strategies and actions.
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 Legal Writing: Produce clear, precise, and well-structured legal documents, including contracts, briefs, and reports, adhering to professional standards and legal requirements.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
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Mid-Level Competition Lawyer

POSTACIOGLU LAW FIRM

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 Location: Istanbul - Zorlu Center | Full-time | On-site
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Position Overview
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We are seeking
 
 two highly skilled Senior Associates / Senior Lawyers
 
 to join our team:
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 one for the
 
 Corporate Department
 
 ,
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 and one for the
 
 Litigation &amp; Dispute Resolution Department
 
 .
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 If you are a seasoned legal professional with at least 10 years of experience in your area of specialization and a passion for providing high-quality legal services, we invite you to apply and become a part of our prestigious law firm.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Law Firm Description
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Postac&inodot;o&gbreve;lu Law Firm, established in 1907, is an independent full-service law firm located in Istanbul. The firm is dedicated to providing effective, creative, and tailor-made legal solutions to domestic and international clients. With a history of more than 118 years of uninterrupted service, the firm has a global reach with offices in Paris, Milan, and Hamburg, offering a wide range of legal services in various areas of law.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 1- Senior Associate - Corporate Department
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Description
 
 
 
 
 
 
 This Senior Associate will have a key role in managing the corporate legal affairs of the firm&rsquo;s clients, offering expert guidance on corporate, commercial, and business law, including mergers and acquisitions, contracts, and corporate governance. They will be responsible for overseeing daily legal processes, providing comprehensive advice to ensure compliance and protect clients&rsquo; interests. Additionally, the Senior Associate will draft, review, and negotiate agreements, lead clients through complex legal negotiations, and proactively identify, mitigate, and communicate legal risks in all matters.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law from a reputable university; Master&rsquo;s degree is an advantage.
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 Minimum 10 years of legal experience within a respected law firm or multinational corporation.
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 Strong expertise in mergers and acquisitions, corporate and commercial law, contracts, and corporate governance.
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 Additional experience in data protection and competition law is considered an asset.
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 Proficiency in English (French proficiency is a plus).
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 Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, research, and analytical abilities.
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 Strong leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving skills with a solution-oriented mindset.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 2- Senior Associate - Litigation &amp; Dispute Resolution Department
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Description
 
 
 
 
 
 
 This Senior Associate will play a key role in managing and overseeing the firm&rsquo;s dispute resolution matters, offering expert legal guidance on litigation, arbitration, and alternative dispute resolution across a range of sectors including corporate, commercial, intellectual property, and employment law. The candidate will be responsible for managing commercial disputes, handling litigation and arbitration proceedings, and leading the resolution of pre-litigation claims. Additionally, the candidate will provide strategic legal advice, ensure compliance with legal requirements, and mitigate legal risks.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law from a reputable university; Master&rsquo;s degree is an advantage.
 </li>
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 Minimum 10 years of experience in a respected law firm or multinational corporation, specializing in litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution.
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 Proven expertise in managing and resolving complex commercial disputes and arbitration cases.
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 Strong ability to negotiate and settle pre-litigation claims.
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 Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English (French proficiency is a plus).
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 Proficiency in MS Office applications and UYAP.
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 Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a solution-oriented mindset.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 If you are a candidate who thrives in a structured yet dynamic environment and takes pride in contributing to the overall success of a Law Firm, we would be pleased to hear from you.
 
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