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ONEROAD Auto Service Center

<p><b>Job Position : Manager - Legal &amp; Compliance </b></p><p><b>Exp : 5 to 7 years (UAE)</b></p><p><b>Work Location : Dubai, UAE</b></p><p><b>Job Responsibilities:</b></p><p>1. Preparing risk-benefit and analysis judgments, pre-qualification, commercial calculations.</p><p>2. Work with Risk Management Department / Finance to coordinate contractual insurance requirements.</p><p>3. Monitor the risk environment and act to reduce the group&rsquo;s risk exposure.</p><p>4. Make recommendations on response and resolutions to risks and issues and changes to applicable laws and regulations</p><p>5. Review, Evaluation and Analysis of new investment opportunity in public/private market.</p><p>6. Guide management on a wide range of commercial and legal issues, including commercial transactions, finance, regulatory, corporate governance, trade, insurance, maintenance, and tax</p><p>7. Handle the full range of the legal issues and responsible for advising on commercial and business development arrangements.</p><p>8. Monitor compliance by company employees with established procedures.Identify, secure, and manage legal activities and contracts.</p><p>9. Ensure compliance of all the requirements of a project on time and within specification.</p><p>10. Contracts Drafting, Evaluation, Negotiation and Execution.</p><p>11. Drafting and handling MOA, BOA, Court memorandums, Legal notices</p><p>12. Examination and verification of all documents related to transactions</p><p>13. Ensure contract close-out, extension, or renewal.</p><p>14. Ensures proper records are kept of each transaction and adheres to any filing or naming conventions applicable to the team.</p><p>15. Maintain contractual records and documentation such as receipt and control of all contract correspondence, customer contact information sheets, contractual changes, status reports and other documents for all projects.</p><p>16. Develop and implement procedures for contract management and administration in compliance with company policy.</p><p>17. Drafts reviews, varies and (in support of the relevant business lead and under the supervision of Head of Contracts, Legal Counsel and/ or General Counsel) negotiates the terms and conditions of contracts.</p><p><b>Education &amp; Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLB) is required; a Master&rsquo;s degree or post-graduate diploma in law, compliance, or business is an advantage.</li><li>Minimum of 5&ndash;7 years of relevant experience in legal practice and in-hand experience in legal &amp; compliance roles, preferably within corporate business.</li><li>Hands-on experience in handling legal documentation, company secretarial duties, and contract negotiation.</li><li>Experience advising on corporate law, commercial contracts, labor/employment matters, and regulatory compliance.</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: AED10,000.00 - AED12,000.00 per month</p>

Manager - Legal & Compliance

GULBAHAR

<div>
 <strong>
  Job Role Executive Summary
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 The Corporate Governance Manager is the principal leader and owner of the corporate governance function, responsible for designing, directing, and managing the full governance framework of the company.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 The role ensures transparency, accountability, regulatory compliance, and ethical standards across the organization.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 This senior position builds the governance structure from the ground up, leads board governance activities, manages policies, supervises compliance and regulatory affairs, and drives enterprise-wide risk management and internal controls.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 The role serves as the central governance authority within the company.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 To establish, lead, and oversee the corporate governance framework, ensuring legal compliance, governance excellence, and alignment with the company&rsquo;s strategic objectives.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Key Responsibilities
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Governance Framework Leadership:
  </li>
  <li>
   Architect and implement the full corporate governance framework from zero.
  </li>
  <li>
   Develop governance structures, reporting lines, and decision-making protocols.
  </li>
  <li>
   Define long-term governance strategy aligned with corporate objectives.
  </li>
  <li>
   Lead development of governance manuals, charters, policies, and SOPs.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensure consistent governance adoption across all departments.
  </li>
  <li>
   Board &amp; Executive Committee Governance:
  </li>
  <li>
   Act as Board Governance Lead and primary coordinator for all board-related matters.
  </li>
  <li>
   Prepare board agendas, packs, minutes, action trackers, and resolutions.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensure confidentiality, accuracy, and legal compliance in board documentation.
  </li>
  <li>
   Serve as liaison between shareholders, CEO, regulators, and external advisors.
  </li>
  <li>
   Regulatory &amp; Legal Compliance Leadership:
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensure the company&rsquo;s full compliance with:
  </li>
  <ul>
   <li>
    Federal Decree-Law No. 32 of 2021 &ndash; Commercial Companies Law (CCL)
   </li>
   <li>
    Federal Decree-Law No. 26 of 2020 &ndash; Amendments to the Commercial Companies Law
   </li>
   <li>
    Federal Law No. 6 of 2014 &ndash; UAE Corporate Governance Code (SCA Governance Guide)
   </li>
   <li>
    Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 &ndash; UAE Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL)
   </li>
   <li>
    Federal Decree-Law No. 20 of 2018 &ndash; Anti-Money Laundering &amp; Counter-Terrorism Financing Law
   </li>
   <li>
    Cabinet Decision No. 58 of 2020 &ndash; Ultimate Beneficial Ownership (UBO) Regulations
   </li>
   <li>
    Cabinet Decision No. 57 of 2020 &ndash; Economic Substance Regulations (ESR)
   </li>
   <li>
    Federal Law No. 4 of 2012 &ndash; UAE Competition Law
   </li>
   <li>
    SCA Corporate Governance Regulations for Public &amp; Private Companies
   </li>
   <li>
    Develop annual compliance plans and monitoring systems.
   </li>
  </ul>
  <li>
   Policy Development, Control &amp; Enforcement:
  </li>
  <li>
   Lead company-wide policy creation, alignment, and enforcement.
  </li>
  <li>
   Manage policy lifecycle (drafting &rarr; approval &rarr; training &rarr; compliance).
  </li>
  <li>
   Own the following governance-critical policies:
  </li>
  <li>
   Code of Conduct
  </li>
  <li>
   Anti-Bribery &amp; Anti-Corruption
  </li>
  <li>
   Conflict of Interest
  </li>
  <li>
   Whistleblowing
  </li>
  <li>
   Data Privacy &amp; Cybersecurity
  </li>
  <li>
   Procurement &amp; Tendering
  </li>
  <li>
   Contract and Document Control
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensure policies are implemented, communicated, and adhered to.
  </li>
  <li>
   Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Leadership:
  </li>
  <li>
   Lead the ERM program for the company.
  </li>
  <li>
   Develop and maintain the corporate risk register.
  </li>
  <li>
   Conduct risk assessments and define mitigation plans.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensure internal controls are applied consistently across all departments.
  </li>
  <li>
   Internal Audit Coordination &amp; Assurance:
  </li>
  <li>
   Work closely with internal and external auditors.
  </li>
  <li>
   Oversee planning, coordination, and follow-up of audit activities.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensure timely closure of audit findings and implementation of corrective actions.
  </li>
  <li>
   Support continuous improvement of internal control systems.
  </li>
  <li>
   Governance Culture, Awareness &amp; Training:
  </li>
  <li>
   Lead the governance culture change program.
  </li>
  <li>
   Train all staff and department heads on governance, ethics, DOA, and compliance requirements.
  </li>
  <li>
   Reinforce company-wide behaviours related to transparency, accountability, and integrity.
  </li>
  <li>
   Reporting &amp; Executive Dashboards:
  </li>
  <li>
   Provide the CEO and Board with regular governance, risk, and compliance reports.
  </li>
  <li>
   Prepare dashboards, KPIs, and insights.
  </li>
  <li>
   Escalate any critical compliance breaches immediately.
  </li>
  <li>
   Business Continuity &amp; Crisis Governance:
  </li>
  <li>
   Support development and governance review of Business Continuity Plans (BCP).
  </li>
  <li>
   Define governance roles during crisis or emergency situations.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensure decision-making during crises follows legal and governance requirements
  </li>
  <li>
   Subsidiary &amp; Group Governance Oversight:
  </li>
  <li>
   Maintain governance alignment across subsidiaries or affiliate companies.
  </li>
  <li>
   Standardize governance frameworks across all group entities.
  </li>
  <li>
   Monitor compliance status, filings, policies, and board documentation for each entity.
  </li>
  <li>
   Governance Technology &amp; System Implementation:
  </li>
  <li>
   Implement digital governance tools (board portals, policy platforms, risk systems).
  </li>
  <li>
   Automate approval workflows, document controls, and audit trails.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensure proper access control, versioning, and cybersecurity governance.
  </li>
  <li>
   Governance Review for Departments (Compliance Checks):
  </li>
  <li>
   Conduct periodic governance compliance reviews for each department.
  </li>
  <li>
   Assess internal controls, documentation quality, and decision-making transparency.
  </li>
  <li>
   Provide recommendations and monitor implementation.
  </li>
  <li>
   Corporate Governance Reporting to Regulators:
  </li>
  <li>
   Prepare periodic governance submissions as required by free zones or regulators.
  </li>
  <li>
   Coordinate UBO updates, ESR filings, and governance declarations.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensure full documentation for compliance audits and regulatory inspections.
  </li>
  <li>
   Delegation of Authority (DOA) Governance:
  </li>
  <li>
   Develop, update, and enforce the Delegation of Authority framework.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensure all financial, contractual, and operational decisions follow DOA.
  </li>
  <li>
   Investigate any DOA breaches and escalate to CEO/Board.
  </li>
  <li>
   Align DOA with organizational changes and governance updates.
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Key Accountabilities
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Governance Leadership Fully built governance framework (policies, structures, reporting, controls).
  </li>
  <li>
   Board Governance Accurate, timely, and high-quality board documents and resolutions.
  </li>
  <li>
   Compliance Management Zero penalties, zero missed filings, zero regulatory breaches.
  </li>
  <li>
   Policy Governance 100% of required policies created, updated, and enforced.
  </li>
  <li>
   Risk Management Updated risk register and mitigation implementation across all departments.
  </li>
  <li>
   Internal Controls DOA applied company-wide and monitored.
  </li>
  <li>
   Audit 100% of audit findings closed within deadlines.
  </li>
  <li>
   Culture Governance and compliance training delivered across the company.
  </li>
  <li>
   Authorized to advise the CEO/Board on governance and compliance matters.
  </li>
  <li>
   Authorized to halt activities that violate DOA, policies, or legal requirements.
  </li>
  <li>
   Authorized to request information across all departments for governance compliance.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Education
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Qualifications &amp; Experience:
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, Governance, Finance, or related field.
  </li>
  <li>
   Master&rsquo;s or professional certification (ICSA, GRC, ICA) is a strong advantage.
  </li>
  <li>
   Professional Certifications equivalent governance/compliance certifications.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Experience
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   10&ndash;12+ years in governance, compliance, legal, or board secretariat.
  </li>
  <li>
   Proven ability to lead governance initiatives independently.
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience in UAE free zones is a strong asset.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Technical Expertise
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Corporate &amp; commercial law
  </li>
  <li>
   UAE free zone regulations
  </li>
  <li>
   Risk management &amp; internal controls
  </li>
  <li>
   AML/CFT frameworks
  </li>
  <li>
   Board governance protocols
  </li>
  <li>
   Documentation &amp; policy management
  </li>
  <li>
   Compliance and audit cycles
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Languages
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Fluency in English (mandatory)
  </li>
  <li>
   Arabic proficiency (highly preferred &ndash; due to UAE regulatory environment)
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Driving License
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Valid UAE Driving License
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Mobility &amp; Travel Availability
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Willingness to travel within UAE for board meetings, regulatory visits, and compliance inspections
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Competencies &amp; Skills
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Leadership &amp; Influence:
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Strong governance leadership presence
  </li>
  <li>
   High credibility and trust with senior management
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to influence cross-functional teams
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Governance Expertise
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Advanced policy development
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong risk &amp; compliance knowledge
  </li>
  <li>
   Board &amp; committee governance mastery
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Behavioral
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   High integrity &amp; strong ethics
  </li>
  <li>
   Absolute confidentiality
  </li>
  <li>
   Analytical and detail-oriented
  </li>
  <li>
   Excellent communication &amp; documentation skills
  </li>
  <li>
   Professional judgment under pressure
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Skillset
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Governance &amp; Regulatory Expertise
  </li>
  <li>
   Strategic &amp; Analytical Skills
  </li>
  <li>
   Policy Development &amp; Documentation Control
  </li>
  <li>
   Risk, Audit &amp; Internal Control Skills
  </li>
  <li>
   Communication, Leadership &amp; Influence
  </li>
  <li>
   Confidentiality, Integrity &amp; Ethics
  </li>
  <li>
   Stakeholder &amp; Regulatory Engagement
  </li>
  <li>
   Governance Technology &amp; Digital Systems Proficiency
  </li>
  <li>
   Board &amp; Committee Governance Skills
  </li>
  <li>
   Decision-Making &amp; Problem-Solving Abilities
  </li>
 </ul>
</div>


Corporate Governance Manager

Gulbahar Tobacco International FZE

<div><div><b>Job Role Executive Summary:</b></div><div>
The Corporate Governance Manager is the principal leader and owner of the corporate governance function, responsible for designing, directing, and managing the full governance framework of the company.</div><div>
</div><div>
The role ensures transparency, accountability, regulatory compliance, and ethical standards across the organization.</div><div>
This senior position builds the governance structure from the ground up, leads board governance activities, manages policies, supervises compliance and regulatory affairs, and drives enterprise-wide risk management and internal controls.</div><div>
</div><div>
The role serves as the central governance authority within the company.</div><div><b>
</b></div><div>
To establish, lead, and oversee the corporate governance framework, ensuring legal compliance, governance excellence, and alignment with the company&rsquo;s strategic objectives.<br>
<br>
<b>Key Responsibilities:</b></div><div><b>
A. Governance Framework Leadership:</b></div><ul><li>
Architect and implement the full corporate governance framework from zero.</li><li>
Develop governance structures, reporting lines, and decision-making protocols.</li><li>
Define long-term governance strategy aligned with corporate objectives.</li><li>
Lead development of governance manuals, charters, policies, and SOPs.</li><li>
Ensure consistent governance adoption across all departments.</li></ul><div><b>
B. Board &amp; Executive Committee Governance:</b></div><ul><li>
Act as Board Governance Lead and primary coordinator for all board-related matters.</li><li>
Prepare board agendas, packs, minutes, action trackers, and resolutions.</li><li>
Ensure confidentiality, accuracy, and legal compliance in board documentation.</li><li>
Serve as liaison between shareholders, CEO, regulators, and external advisors.</li></ul><div><b>
C. Regulatory &amp; Legal Compliance Leadership:</b></div><ul><li>
Ensure the company&rsquo;s full compliance with:<ul><li>
 Federal Decree-Law No. 32 of 2021 &ndash; Commercial Companies Law (CCL)</li><li>
 Federal Decree-Law No. 26 of 2020 &ndash; Amendments to the Commercial Companies Law</li><li>
 Federal Law No. 6 of 2014 &ndash; UAE Corporate Governance Code (SCA Governance Guide)</li><li>
 Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 &ndash; UAE Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL)</li><li>
 Federal Decree-Law No. 20 of 2018 &ndash; Anti-Money Laundering &amp; Counter-Terrorism Financing Law</li><li>
 Cabinet Decision No. 58 of 2020 &ndash; Ultimate Beneficial Ownership (UBO) Regulations</li><li>
 Cabinet Decision No. 57 of 2020 &ndash; Economic Substance Regulations (ESR)</li><li>
 Federal Law No. 4 of 2012 &ndash; UAE Competition Law</li><li>
 SCA Corporate Governance Regulations for Public &amp; Private Companies</li><li>
 Develop annual compliance plans and monitoring systems.</li></ul></li></ul><div><b>
D. Policy Development, Control &amp; Enforcement:</b></div><ul><li>
Lead company-wide policy creation, alignment, and enforcement.</li><li>
Manage policy lifecycle (drafting  approval  training  compliance).</li><li>
Own the following governance-critical policies:</li><li>
Code of Conduct</li><li>
Anti-Bribery &amp; Anti-Corruption</li><li>
Conflict of Interest</li><li>
Whistleblowing</li><li>
Data Privacy &amp; Cybersecurity</li><li>
Procurement &amp; Tendering</li><li>
Contract and Document Control</li><li>
Ensure policies are implemented, communicated, and adhered to.</li></ul><div><b>
E. Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Leadership:</b></div><ul><li>
Lead the ERM program for the company.</li><li>
Develop and maintain the corporate risk register.</li><li>
Conduct risk assessments and define mitigation plans.</li><li>
Ensure internal controls are applied consistently across all departments.</li></ul><div><b>
F. Internal Audit Coordination &amp; Assurance:</b></div><ul><li>
Work closely with internal and external auditors.</li><li>
Oversee planning, coordination, and follow-up of audit activities.</li><li>
Ensure timely closure of audit findings and implementation of corrective actions.</li><li>
Support continuous improvement of internal control systems.</li></ul><div><b>
G. Governance Culture, Awareness &amp; Training:</b></div><ul><li>
Lead the governance culture change program.</li><li>
Train all staff and department heads on governance, ethics, DOA, and compliance requirements.</li><li>
Reinforce company-wide behaviours related to transparency, accountability, and integrity.</li></ul><div><b>
H. Reporting &amp; Executive Dashboards:</b></div><ul><li>
Provide the CEO and Board with regular governance, risk, and compliance reports.</li><li>
Prepare dashboards, KPIs, and insights.</li><li>
Escalate any critical compliance breaches immediately.</li></ul><div><b>
I. Business Continuity &amp; Crisis Governance:</b></div><ul><li>
Support development and governance review of Business Continuity Plans (BCP).</li><li>
Define governance roles during crisis or emergency situations.</li><li>
Ensure decision-making during crises follows legal and governance requirements</li></ul><div><b>
J. Subsidiary &amp; Group Governance Oversight:</b></div><ul><li>
Maintain governance alignment across subsidiaries or affiliate companies.</li><li>
Standardize governance frameworks across all group entities.</li><li>
Monitor compliance status, filings, policies, and board documentation for each entity.</li></ul><div><b>
K. Governance Technology &amp; System Implementation:</b></div><ul><li>
Implement digital governance tools (board portals, policy platforms, risk systems).</li><li>
Automate approval workflows, document controls, and audit trails.</li><li>
Ensure proper access control, versioning, and cybersecurity governance.</li></ul><div><b>
L. Governance Review for Departments (Compliance Checks):</b></div><ul><li>
Conduct periodic governance compliance reviews for each department.</li><li>
Assess internal controls, documentation quality, and decision-making transparency.</li><li>
Provide recommendations and monitor implementation.</li></ul><div><b>
M. Corporate Governance Reporting to Regulators:</b></div><ul><li>
Prepare periodic governance submissions as required by free zones or regulators.</li><li>
Coordinate UBO updates, ESR filings, and governance declarations.</li><li>
Ensure full documentation for compliance audits and regulatory inspections.</li></ul><div><b>
N. Delegation of Authority (DOA) Governance:</b></div><ul><li>
Develop, update, and enforce the Delegation of Authority framework.</li><li>
Ensure all financial, contractual, and operational decisions follow DOA.</li><li>
Investigate any DOA breaches and escalate to CEO/Board.</li><li>
Align DOA with organizational changes and governance updates.</li></ul><div>
<br>
<b>Key Accountabilities:</b></div><ul><li>
Governance Leadership Fully built governance framework (policies, structures, reporting, controls).</li><li>
Board Governance Accurate, timely, and high-quality board documents and resolutions.</li><li>
Compliance Management Zero penalties, zero missed filings, zero regulatory breaches.</li><li>
Policy Governance 100% of required policies created, updated, and enforced.</li><li>
Risk Management Updated risk register and mitigation implementation across all departments.</li><li>
Internal Controls DOA applied company-wide and monitored.</li><li>
Audit 100% of audit findings closed within deadlines.</li><li>
Culture Governance and compliance training delivered across the company.</li><li>
Authorized to advise the CEO/Board on governance and compliance matters.</li><li>
Authorized to halt activities that violate DOA, policies, or legal requirements.</li><li>
Authorized to request information across all departments for governance compliance.</li></ul><div><br>
<b>
Qualifications &amp; Experience:</b></div><div><b>
Education:</b></div><ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, Governance, Finance, or related field.</li><li>
Master&rsquo;s or professional certification (ICSA, GRC, ICA) is a strong advantage.</li><li>
Professional Certifications equivalent governance/compliance certifications.</li></ul><div><b>
Experience:</b></div><ul><li>
10&ndash;12+ years in governance, compliance, legal, or board secretariat.</li><li>
Proven ability to lead governance initiatives independently.</li><li>
Experience in UAE free zones is a strong asset.</li></ul><div><b>
Technical Expertise:</b></div><ul><li>
Corporate &amp; commercial law</li><li>
UAE free zone regulations</li><li>
Risk management &amp; internal controls</li><li>
AML/CFT frameworks</li><li>
Board governance protocols</li><li>
Documentation &amp; policy management</li><li>
Compliance and audit cycles</li></ul><div><b>
Languages:</b></div><ul><li>
Fluency in English (mandatory)</li><li>
Arabic proficiency (highly preferred &ndash; due to UAE regulatory environment)</li></ul><div>
</div><div><b>
Driving License:</b></div><div>
Valid UAE Driving License<br>
<br>
<b>Mobility &amp; Travel Availability:</b></div><div>
Willingness to travel within UAE for board meetings, regulatory visits, and compliance inspections<br>
<br>
<b>Competencies &amp; Skills:</b></div><div><b>
Leadership &amp; Influence:</b></div><ul><li>
Strong governance leadership presence</li><li>
High credibility and trust with senior management</li><li>
Ability to influence cross-functional teams</li></ul><div><b>
Governance Expertise:</b></div><ul><li>
Advanced policy development</li><li>
Strong risk &amp; compliance knowledge</li><li>
Board &amp; committee governance mastery</li></ul><div><b>
Behavioral:</b></div><ul><li>
High integrity &amp; strong ethics</li><li>
Absolute confidentiality</li><li>
Analytical and detail-oriented</li><li>
Excellent communication &amp; documentation skills</li><li>
Professional judgment under pressure</li></ul><div><b>
Skillset:</b></div><ul><li>
Governance &amp; Regulatory Expertise</li><li>
Strategic &amp; Analytical Skills</li><li>
Policy Development &amp; Documentation Control</li><li>
Risk, Audit &amp; Internal Control Skills</li><li>
Communication, Leadership &amp; Influence</li><li>
Confidentiality, Integrity &amp; Ethics</li><li>
Stakeholder &amp; Regulatory Engagement</li><li>
Governance Technology &amp; Digital Systems Proficiency</li><li>
Board &amp; Committee Governance Skills</li><li>
Decision-Making &amp; Problem-Solving Abilities</li></ul></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)

confidentiial

<p>Responsible for handling the entire legal aspect relating to Sterling Perfumes and its subsidiary companies.</p><p>Has to represent sterling in court matters, property registrations, Intellectual property disputes.</p><p>Has to draft agreements, notices.</p><p>Responsible for ensuring all the legal aspects are complied</p><p>Job Types: Full-time, Permanent</p><p>Pay: AED15,000.00 - AED20,000.00 per month</p>

Manager Legal

Management Solutions International (MSI)

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>Location</div></div>
<div><div>Dubai, United Arab Emirates</div></div>
</div></div></div><div></div><div><div><div><div><div>Experience</div></div>
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</div></div></div><div></div><div><div><div><div><div>Job Type</div></div>
<div><div>Recruitment</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
<br><div><div><div>Job Description
</div></div><div><div><p>Joint Manager &ndash; Legal</p>
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<div>Department</div>
<p>Legal</p>
<div>Location</div>
<p>Dubai, UAE</p>
<div>Minimum Qualification</div>
<p>LLB from a recognized university. (Additional qualifications such LLM, or Postgraduate Diploma in IPR will be an added advantage.)</p>
<div>Experience</div>
<div>10+ years of proven experience in the Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) domain, with significant exposure to:<br>
<ul><li>Anti-counterfeit surveillance, investigation, and enforcement raids in Sub-Saharan Africa, UAE, and GCC countries.</li><li>Hands-on experience in IPR enforcement, infringement actions, brand protection, and litigation support.</li><li>Secretarial and Corporate Legal matters including Board and Regulatory compliances.</li><li>Prior exposure to FMCG, manufacturing, or consumer goods sectors preferred.</li></ul></div>
<div>Reporting to</div>
<p>Head &ndash; Legal</p>
<div>Supervising</div>
<p>None</p>
<div>Primary Interactions</div>
<p>Internal: Marketing, Sales, Finance, Operations, Quality, Regulatory &amp; HR<br>
External: Distributors/Vendors, Law Firms, Enforcement Agencies, Government Authorities, Consultants, and Attorneys</p>
<div>Key Responsibilities</div>
<ul><li>Lead and manage IPR enforcement initiatives including counterfeit market surveillance and raid coordination.</li><li>Drive and oversee anti-counterfeit programs in Sub-Saharan Africa, China, UAE, and GCC regions.</li><li>Manage external legal counsel on trademark infringement and brand protection.</li><li>Conduct due diligence and investigations concerning counterfeit and infringing activities.</li><li>Draft, review, and vet legal documents and commercial agreements.</li><li>Advise management on international commercial and corporate legal matters.</li><li>Ensure full corporate secretarial compliance, including drafting agendas, resolutions, and maintaining minutes.</li><li>Liaise with internal business teams and overseas subsidiaries for legal and compliance support.</li><li>Maintain an effective legal documentation management system.</li><li>Support budgeting, planning, and monitoring of legal expenditures.</li><li>Liaise with statutory and governmental authorities for compliance.</li><li>Conduct legal research and provide strategic legal risk assessments.</li></ul>
<div>Skills and Competencies</div>
<ul><li>Strong knowledge of IPR laws, trademark enforcement, and anti-counterfeiting procedures.</li><li>Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.</li><li>Understanding of corporate governance and compliance frameworks.</li><li>Ability to coordinate multi-jurisdictional enforcement actions.</li></ul></div></div><p></p>

Joint Manager

Agram

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