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MAGRABi Retail Group

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 JOB PURPOSE
 
 
 
 
 
 
 This role supports the Legal Department by handling routine legal tasks, maintaining structured legal archives, tracking renewals and compliance deadlines, and contributing to contract drafting and review. The role ensures proper documentation, efficient legal operations, and supports regional alignment under the Legal &amp; Compliance function.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications and Education:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law from a recognized university.
 
 
 &bull; Admitted to the bar in Egypt (mandatory).
 
 
 &bull; Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
 
 
 &bull; Solid contract drafting and basic negotiation skills.
 
 
 &bull; Good understanding of regulatory and compliance principles.
 
 
 &bull; Strong organizational and archiving abilities (digital and physical).
 
 
 &bull; Proficiency in MS Office; familiarity with legal management/automation tools is a plus.
 
 
 &bull; Excellent command of Arabic and English.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Experience:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; 2 &ndash; 4 years of post-qualification experience in legal practice or in-house counsel role.
 
 
 &bull; Experience in contracts, corporate documentation, and legal operations.
 
 
 &bull; Experience in organizing legal records and documentation (preferred).
 
 
 
 
 
 
 JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
 
 
 
 &bull; Draft and review routine contracts and agreements to ensure proper legal structure and reduce risk exposure.
 
 
 &bull; Maintain organized legal archives, digital and physical, for contracts, corporate documents, and
 
 
 regulatory filings, ensuring easy retrieval and compliance.
 
 
 &bull; Track contract renewals, expirations, and compliance deadlines to support timely actions and prevent lapses.
 
 
 &bull; Prepare legal summaries, conduct research, and support due diligence for projects, suppliers, and
 
 
 transactions.
 
 
 &bull; Assist in developing and standardizing templates, including NDAs, supplier contracts, and internal forms.
 
 
 &bull; Support corporate filings and documents such as PoAs, resolutions, and notarization processes to
 
 
 maintain proper governance.
 
 
 &bull; Assist in maintaining an updated regulatory and compliance tracker for Egypt and regional alignment.
 
 
 &bull; Provide operational support to the Senior Lawyer and Senior Legal Manager, ensuring smooth daily functioning of the Legal Department.
 
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Executive - Legal Affairs & Compliance

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 JOB PURPOSE
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Lead &ndash; Legal Affairs &amp; Compliance provides advanced legal support across all MAGRABi entities within the region. The role ensures effective legal risk management, delivers high-quality legal advice to business units, and supports the implementation of standardized legal processes, templates, and governance frameworks. This position plays a central role in contract negotiation, corporate documentation, and the development of a unified regional legal function.
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications and Education:
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law from a recognized university.
 
 
 &bull; Master&rsquo;s degree in law or relevant certification (preferred).
 
 
 &bull; Admitted to the bar in Egypt.
 
 
 &bull; Excellent legal drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
 
 
 &bull; Strong understanding of corporate governance and regulatory requirements.
 
 
 &bull; Familiarity with legal archiving systems and contract management processes.
 
 
 &bull; Proficiency in MS Office; exposure to legal automation tools is an advantage.
 
 
 &bull; Fluent in Arabic and English (written and spoken).
 
 
 
 
 
 Experience:
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; 7-9 years of post-qualification legal experience.
 
 
 &bull; Strong background in corporate, commercial, and contracts law.
 
 
 &bull; M&amp;A experience is a plus.
 
 
 &bull; Experience supporting multinational or multi-country operations.
 
 
 &bull; Proven experience handling external counsel and litigation coordination.
 
 
 &bull; Experience in corporate governance, statutory compliance, and regulatory dealings.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
 
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Draft, review, and negotiate complex and high-value contracts to protect the company&rsquo;s commercial and legal interests.
 
 
 &bull; Prepare and manage corporate documentation, including PoAs, shareholder records, board resolutions, and filings, to ensure compliance with governance standards.
 
 
 &bull; Provide comprehensive legal advice to business units on corporate, commercial, and operational matters to minimize risk and support informed decisions.
 
 
 &bull; Support litigation and dispute resolution, coordinating with external counsel to ensure efficient case management.
 
 
 &bull; Develop and maintain standard legal templates, policies, and workflows to enhance consistency across the region.
 
 
 &bull; Mentor the Executive &ndash; Legal Affairs &amp; Compliance, ensuring effective task execution, proper
 
 
 documentation, and structured archiving.
 
 
 &bull; Support M&amp;A and restructuring matters, including due diligence, regulatory filings, and integration processes.
 
 
 &bull; Prepare regular legal, compliance, and risk reports for the Senior Legal Manager to assist in strategic decision-making.
 
 
 &bull; Support regional legal matters as assigned to ensure alignment across all MAGRABi countries and contribute to the unified regional legal function.
 
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Lead - Legal Affairs & Compliance

WhiteCrow Research

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 About WhiteCrow
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We are global talent research, insight, and sourcing specialists with offices in the UK, USA, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Dubai, and India. Our international reach has helped us to understand and penetrate specialist markets at a global level. In addition to this, our service is also extended to complement our client&rsquo;s in-house talent acquisition teams.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About our client
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Our client vision is to be the world&rsquo;s best performing snacks-led powerhouse, unleashing the full potential of their differentiated brands.
 
 
 
 
 
 Powered by their strategy to Differentiate, Drive &amp; Deliver, they are a leading company in global snacking, international cereal and noodles, and North America frozen foods, with iconic, world-class brands and strong underlying growth momentum and profitability.
 
 
 Our client purpose is to create better days and a place at the table for everyone through their trusted foods brands.
 
 
 
 
 
 As part of this purpose, they are committed to advancing sustainable &amp; equitable access to food by creating Better Days for 4 billion people by the end of 2030.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About the role
 
 
 
 
 
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 We are seeking a qualified and experienced Corporate Legal Counsel to join our Legal team in Egypt.
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 This middle management role supports corporate legal operations across Egypt and support MENAT region, with a focus on contract management, governance, regulatory compliance, and internal advisory.
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 The successful candidate will report directly to the Head of Legal and act as a legal business partner to internal stakeholders.
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 As a Corporate Legal Counsel, you will be responsible for...
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Corporate and Regional Support
 
 
 
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 Assisting in reviewing corporate processes and documentation within Egypt.
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 Supporting legal coordination and compliance efforts across the MENAT region.
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 Maintaining and updating corporate records and filings in accordance with internal and regulatory requirements.
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 Supporting corporate secretarial functions across the region and ensure timely documentation.
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 Contract Management and Documentation
 
 
 
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 Drafting, reviewing, and revising legal documents including but not limited to contracts, NDAs, service agreements, B2B/B2C agreements, and purchase orders.
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 Collaborating with internal teams and external counsel to ensure contractual terms meet legal and business objectives.
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 Maintaining organized records of executed agreements and develop standardized templates.
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 Governance and Compliance
 
 
 
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 Assisting in implementing internal governance policies and monitor compliance.
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 Conducting legal research and support risk assessments related to business decisions.
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 Identifying potential legal risks and escalate issues to the Head of Legal with recommended solutions.
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 Legal Advisory and Communication
 
 
 
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 Providing clear explanations of legal terms and obligations to internal stakeholders.
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 Providing legal opinion and consultations to internal stakeholders.
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 Acting as a liaison between the legal department and other business units.
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 Preparing legal summaries and reports for senior legal review.
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 Regulatory and Governmental Affairs
 
 
 
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 Supporting corporate matters including GAFI documentation and authentication processes.
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 Liaising with governmental authorities regarding licensing and regulatory compliance.
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 Ensuring adherence to company HSE policies and contribute to legal compliance in risk assessments.
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 Handling external law firms and corporate secretariate work and have the ability to draft bilingual OGMs, EGMs and BoDs.
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 What you already have...
 
 
 
 
 
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 Bachelor of Law (LL.B.) or Juris Doctor (J.D.) with a minimum grade of &ldquo;Good&rdquo;.
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 Master of Laws (LL.M) or equivalent postgraduate qualification is a plus.
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 4 &ndash; 7 years of experience in corporate law within a reputable law firm or multinational organization.
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 Admitted to the Egyptian Bar Association.
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 Fluent in English and Arabic (written and spoken).
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 Strong knowledge of contract law, corporate governance, licensing, and regulatory frameworks.
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 Familiarity with GAFI procedures and governmental dealings.
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 Litigation experience is a plus.
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Corporate Legal Counsel

Orange Egypt

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 Purpose of the job
 
 
 
 Support all aspects of the business by providing timely legal and regulatory advice to protect company and manage legal and regulatory risks.
 
 
 
 Duties And Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis on complex issues to support business and legal decision-making.
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 Act as a strategic partner to various business departments, offering professional legal solutions and deep involvement in their operations.
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 Provide expert legal advice on specific topics, including telecom regulations, competition, corporate affairs, commercial agreements, procurement, and employment law.
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 Offer day-to-day guidance to senior executives and other business department members on government contracting issues, resolve existing relationship issues, and handle legal disputes and inquiries.
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 Stay updated on relevant laws and regulations, provide legal training, and promote awareness within the business to ensure compliance with laws and company policies, preventing violations.
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 Manage communication and represent the company at governmental bodies concerning legal matters.
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 Ensure business departments adhere to regulations, consumer protection guidelines, and competition rules and laws.
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 Collaborate directly with business teams to structure, draft, and negotiate commercial transactions, reviewing, and drafting a wide range of contracts and subcontracts for both public and private sector customers.
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 Interface with relevant business units to comprehend transaction strategies and provide legal assessments of terms and conditions.
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 Analyze contract terms to identify potential opportunities and risks, highlighting areas of concern.
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 Support business units in verifying the fulfillment of contractual obligations by parties involved.
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 Participate in contract negotiations, formulation, and implementation, defining negotiation strategies.
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 Assess legal risks, offer recommendations, develop key contract formats, establish contractual structures and regulatory frameworks, and draft and negotiate various contracts and legal documents for engagements with third parties.
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 Advise on terminations and address issues arising in business relationships, handling and resolving related claims or proceedings, including pre-litigation disputes and claims.
 
 
 
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 Job specification
 
 
 
 Education
 
 
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 Bachelor's degree from a recognized university (Bachelors degree in Law 'French section is mandatory").
 
 
 
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 Experience.
 
 
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 From 0 to 1 Year of Experience In The Same Function.
 
 
 
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 Skills And Abilities
 
 
 
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 Very good English both spoken and written.
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 Very good computer skills.
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 Strong Customer Orientation.
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 Strong communication, listening &amp; interpersonal skills.
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 Flexibility &amp; ability to work in a team.
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 Self-confident with professional behavior &amp; attitude.
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 High sense of time management.
 
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Legal Associate

Hikma Pharmaceuticals

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 Job description:
 
 
 
 
 Duties &amp; Responsibilities:
 
 
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 To draft, review, and negotiate all type of legal contracts for both internal and external parties in a timely manner while ensuring the inclusion of all relevant information and supporting documentation, and provide recommendation and abide by the MENA general legal framework.
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 To advise and provide legal opinions on all legal issues in Egypt and review and build all needed legal policies and SOPs and update them continuously.
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 Corporate Governance: &nbsp;To draft and review resolutions and follow up with the relevant authorities in this regard and maintain a correct legal status for all Hikma entities in Egypt with such governmental bodies.
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 To implement the day-to-day operations assigned for the department to ensure compliance with the established standards and procedures.
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 To interact and communicate with external parties, encompassing legal advisors and ministries, and to follow up on legal issues and cases. In addition, to manage, supervise and follow up on all litigation cases with external law firms, and to represent Hikma before courts and/or all relevant authorities when needed and to follow up on all legal governmental affairs and monitor and review all IP legal issues in Egypt.
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 To advise on all regulatory and legal matters and coordinate with the internal departments within Hikma to safeguard Hikma&rsquo;s rights and legal stance.
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 Maintain a strong physical and electronic filing system and supervise the archiving process continuously.
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 Administer and manage contracts and ensure proper implementation.
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 Participate in internal investigations.
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 To assist the MENA General Counsel in special projects, mergers &amp; acquisitions.
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 To manage and supervise the activities and work of subordinates to ensure that all their work is carried out in an efficient manner and in compliance with the set policies, processes, and procedures.
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 To follow all relevant Legal policies, processes, and standard operating procedures so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.
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 To carry out due diligence for acquisitions and new business.
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 To assist in the preparation and the development of the budget, and to monitor expenditures and financial performance versus budget.
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 Participating in the establishment of strategies, policies and goals for the Legal Department in coordination with the MENA General Counsel.
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 Qualifications:
 
 
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 B. Sc. of Law degree (English Section is a must &ndash; French section is a plus) and license to practice law. (M.A degree in law is a plus)
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 A minimum of 9+ years of relevant experience at a top law firm and/or in-house.
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 Fluency in Arabic, English (French is a plus).
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 Experience in drafting and negotiating complex agreements.
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 Detail-oriented, resourceful with excellent follow-through skills, and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
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 Strong intercultural, communication and problem-solving skills.
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 Experience in the pharmaceutical industry is preferred.
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Senior Legal Counsel

Jamjoom Pharma

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 Role Overview
 
 
 
 We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated
 
 Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist
 
 to lead and manage regulatory strategy, submissions, and compliance in Egypt. This role requires deep expertise in regulatory frameworks, excellent project management skills, and a proactive approach to cross-functional collaboration.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Lead the preparation, review, and submission of regulatory dossiers/CTD for new product registrations, renewals, and variations.
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 Liaise with health authorities, distributors, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely approvals and full compliance with regulatory requirements.
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 Monitor changes in regulatory guidelines, assess their impact on company products and processes, and provide strategic recommendations.
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 Develop and execute regulatory strategies that support product lifecycle management and business objectives.
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 Ensure proper documentation, technical writing, and maintenance of regulatory records in line with company and regulatory standards.
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 Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Medical, Quality, Marketing, and Supply Chain to support product development and market access initiatives.
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 Drive continuous improvement in regulatory processes, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
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 Mentor and guide junior regulatory staff to enhance team capability and performance.
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 Uphold the highest standards of integrity, compliance, and ethical conduct in all regulatory activities.
 
 
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 Qualifications &amp; Requirements
 
 
 
 
 Education &amp; Certifications
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in pharmacy (mandatory).
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 Advanced degrees or certifications in Regulatory Affairs, Life Sciences, or related fields are highly desirable.
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 Professional training in regulatory strategy, submissions, or compliance is considered a plus.
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 Fluency in English (both written and spoken) is required.
 
 
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 Experience
 
 
 
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 Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in Regulatory Affairs within the pharmaceutical industry.
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 Proven experience managing regulatory submissions and interactions with health authorities in Egypt.
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 Strong knowledge of EDA regulatory guidelines and local regulatory requirements.
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 Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and complex dossiers.
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 Experience in multinational pharmaceutical companies is an advantage.
 
 
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 Skills &amp; Competencies
 
 
 
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 Regulatory Expertise: Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks, submission requirements, and product lifecycle management.
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 Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and execute regulatory strategies aligned with business goals.
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 Project Management: Strong skills in planning, prioritization, and execution of regulatory projects.
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 Analytical Skills: Ability to assess regulatory risks, interpret guidelines, and provide actionable recommendations.
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 Cross-functional Collaboration: Effective in working with Medical, Quality, Marketing, and Supply Chain teams.
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 Communication &amp; Influence: Excellent technical writing, documentation, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
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 Results Orientation: Committed to delivering regulatory objectives with accuracy and timeliness.
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 Integrity &amp; Compliance: Upholds ethical standards and ensures adherence to regulatory requirements and company policies.
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