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Atos

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  About Atos Group
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 Atos Group is a global leader in digital transformation with c. 70,000 employees and annual revenue of c. &euro; 10 billion, operating in 67 countries under two brands &mdash; Atos for services and Eviden for products. European number one in cybersecurity, cloud and high-performance computing, Atos Group is committed to a secure and decarbonized future and provides tailored AI-powered, end-to-end solutions for all industries. Atos is a SE (Societas Europaea) and listed on Euronext Paris.
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 The purpose of Atos is to help design the future of the information space. Its expertise and services support the development of knowledge, education and research in a multicultural approach and contribute to the development of scientific and technological excellence. Across the world, the Group enables its customers and employees, and members of societies at large to live, work and develop sustainably, in a safe and secure information space.
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  Role Overview
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 As the General Counsel for the Middle East, Turkey &amp; Africa, you will serve as the lead lawyer for the region, working closely with business leaders and corporate functions. As such you will be a member of the MET &amp; Africa leadership teams, as well as of the International Markets Legal leadership team. You will be responsible for delivering strategic legal guidance, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, and supporting Atos' business operations and growth initiatives across the region. You will also oversee the application of commercial, company, and competition laws, as well as IP, public procurement regulations, data protection, compliance, litigation management, and special projects.
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 Riyadh, KSA/Dubai, UAE
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   Strategic Legal Advisory Provide high-level and operational legal advice to senior management and business units on a wide range of legal and regulatory matters across the region.
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   Contract Management Lead the structuring, drafting, and negotiation of complex commercial agreements, including IT outsourcing, software licensing, teaming agreements, and public procurement contracts.
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   Regulatory Compliance Advise on data protection, competition law, anti-bribery, and public procurement regulations. Collaborate with compliance teams to implement and monitor internal controls.
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   Corporate Governance Oversee corporate governance matters for regional entities, ensuring compliance with local laws and Atos Group policies.
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   Dispute Resolution Manage litigation and third-party claims in coordination with external counsel and internal stakeholders.
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   Cross-functional Collaboration Work in close cooperation with the Atos Group Legal &amp; Compliance Department, regional legal teams, and other central functions.
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   Team Leadership Supervise and mentor regional legal counsels and contribute to the development of legal talent in the region.
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   General Legal Advice Provide pragmatic, business-oriented legal advice to support regional leadership and operational teams.
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   Training and Development Support the implementation of Group policies and appropriate standards, practices, processes, and internal controls relating to business and legal matters. Contribute to the delivery of focused training sessions (classroom or eLearning).
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   Several years of relevant post-qualification experience.
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   Qualified Lawyer/Solicitor with Law degree from a recognized university; bar admission in at least one jurisdiction.
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   Minimum 10 years of post-qualification experience, ideally in a multinational or technology-driven environment.
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   Proven experience in commercial law, IT contracts, contract management, dispute resolution and regulatory compliance.
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   Strong negotiation and communication skills in English &amp; Arabic; French is a plus.
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   Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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  Preferred Attributes
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   International exposure and experience working across diverse legal systems in the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa.
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   Cultural sensitivity and ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments.
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   Strategic mindset with a hands-on approach to legal problem-solving.
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   Excellent academic qualifications and strong drafting and negotiation skills.
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   Background in technology services, systems integration, or a global in-house legal function.
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   Proactive, adaptable, and collaborative, with strong communication and influencing skills.
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General Counsel

Papel

Who We Are <p>AtPapel Holdings, we're not just another Fintech company. We're on a mission to revolutionize the financial landscape. From innovative banking solutions to cutting-edge digital asset products, we're transforming how people interact with money.</p> <p>Careers at Papel suit those who want to have an impact, who are comfortable getting uncomfortable, willing to take risks and win big. We are brave, laser-focused and have high aptitude, with a little playfulness for good measure. If you're someone who thrives on high accountability, possesses a start-up spirit, and flair for industry-savvy solutions, you'll fit right in.</p> <p>If this resonates with you, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact and be part of something that's changing how we interact with money and wealth.</p> POSITION OBJECTIVE <p>As General Counsel, you will serve as the primary legal advisor to the company, providing Legal's commercial-corporate and regulatory leadership across all business functions. You'll be responsible for managing legal risk, navigating regulatory environments, and ensuring compliance with domestic and international financial services regulations and laws. You'll also be instrumental in technology procurement, corporate governance, acquisitions, strategic partnerships, and the full suite of contracts related to product development.</p> RESPONSIBILITIES <ul> <li>Serve as the company's principal legal advisor, managing all legal matters, including corporate, commercial, regulatory, employment, and intellectual property.</li> <li>Oversee legal risk management and compliance with applicable financial regulations.</li> <li>Advise on licensing applications related to payments, lending, digital assets, or digital banking.</li> <li>Lead and negotiate key commercial agreements, including partnerships and vendor contracts.</li> <li>Advise the Board of Directors and executive leadership on legal strategy, governance, and best practices.</li> <li>Manage external counsel relationships and legal budget. This includes "magic circle" and local counsel in other jurisdictions.</li> <li>Build and lead an in-house legal team as the company grows.</li> </ul> Requirements <ul> <li>JD or LLB from an accredited law school. Ideally in the top-20 globally by QS rankings or similar</li> <li>10+ years of PQE legal experience, with a strong background in TMT, payments, and financial services</li> <li>Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks relevant to FinTech (e.g., AML / KYC, sanctions, digital assets, Travel Rule, data privacy)</li> <li>Experience negotiating complex contracts and advising on corporate transactions</li> <li>Proven ability to work cross-functionally and influence at the executive level</li> <li>Operationally strong and also a strategic thinker</li> </ul> Preferred Qualifications <ul> <li>Financial services and data protection certifications.</li> <li>Ideally, prior experience at regulated entities and a fintech startup.</li> <li>International legal experience and cross-border regulations; interfacing with notaries public.</li> </ul> Benefits <ul> <li>Competitive salary</li> <li>Discretionary bonus</li> <li>Comprehensive Healthcare</li> </ul>

General Counsel - FinTech

EMIRATES GLOBAL ALUMINIUM (EGA)

<p>KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:</p><p>Strategic Contribution</p><ul><li>Supports the implementation of the department strategy ensuring alignment to functional strategy, EGA’s vision, mission, and corporate objectives.</li><li>Contributes to the development and implementation of departmental strategy and related strategic plans, which are aligned with the vision and mission of the organization.</li><li>Ensures the provision of subject matter expertise for the assigned domain and provide counsel to EGA leadership on all related areas to facilitate the achievement of EGA’s strategy and functional strategies.</li></ul><p>Leadership</p><ul><li>Manages the effective achievement of department objectives through effective leadership and by setting of individual objectives, managing performance, developing, and motivating team to maximise performance.</li><li>Supports the talent development initiatives for the assigned department, collaborating with discipline experts and thereby ensure the availability of talent to fit business requirements.</li><li>Acts as a role model and drive adherence to organizational values and ethics by employees of the assigned department to ensure the establishment of a value driven culture within the organization.</li></ul><p>Policies, Processes & Procedures</p><ul><li>Supports the implementation of functional specifications, policies, systems, processes, procedures, and controls covering all areas of General Counsel/Legal Affairs operations so that all relevant procedural/legislative requirements are fulfilled while delivering a quality, cost-effective service in a consistent manner.</li><li>Provides significant input in the development and implementation of legal, ethics and compliance policies and procedures. Effective communication and implementation of all applicable policies.</li><li>Considers and implements innovative solutions where appropriate (particularly in relation to managing costs and streamlining the contract drafting, negotiation and execution process), maintaining an awareness of advancements in technology applicable to the Function.</li><li>Supports Function in transitioning to Document Management System and ensures active matters are properly recorded and saved in the appropriate location.</li></ul>

Senior Legal Counsel

Salt

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  The Chief Legal Officer will lead the global legal and regulatory strategy of this tech business. This role will provide strategic counsel to the executive team and oversee risk, compliance, and governance.
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   Lead all legal matters across global operations including corporate, regulatory, contractual, and intellectual property.
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   Provide strategic guidance on regulatory compliance in fintech markets.
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   Partner with regulators, advisors, and external counsel to ensure the company&rsquo;s interests are protected.
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   Oversee contract negotiation and management with clients and partners.
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   Establish governance structures and ensure adherence to corporate policies.
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   Manage risk exposure and advise the executive team on potential legal implications of business decisions.
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   12+ years of legal leadership experience in technology or software companies..
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   Strong track record of working with regulators and managing complex legal structures across multiple jurisdictions.
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   Excellent judgment, negotiation, and communication skills.
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   Law degree from a recognized institution; admission to practice in a relevant jurisdiction required.
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Chief Legal Officer

versatile phoenix

<p><b>Role Title:</b> Senior Legal Counsel<br/><b>Location:</b> UAE<br/><b>Experience Required:</b> 3&#8209;5 years<br/><b>Language:</b> Excellent English communication</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>Provide legal support and counsel on corporate and commercial matters within the FinTech business environment.</li><li>Advise on regulatory / licensing issues relevant to FinTech (payments, digital financial services, etc) in the UAE and possibly neighbouring jurisdictions.</li><li>Draft, review and negotiate contracts, commercial agreements, vendor agreements, partnerships and licensing agreements.</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations (including financial services regulation, data protection/privacy, AML/KYC where relevant).</li><li>Work closely with business teams to structure transactions, manage risk, provide legal insight for new products/features.</li><li>Liaise with external legal advisors and regulatory bodies when needed.</li><li>Support internal policy creation (e.g., compliance, risk, internal controls) aligned with FinTech operations.</li><li>Monitor changes in the regulatory &amp; legal landscape affecting FinTech, and proactively advise management accordingly.</li><li>Act as the legal business partner to the management / senior leadership of the FinTech business.</li></ul><p><b>Qualifications / Skills:</b></p><ul><li>Qualified lawyer (UAE or recognised jurisdiction) with 3&#8209;5 years&rsquo; post&#8209;qualification experience, ideally in FinTech, payments or digital financial services.</li><li>Solid experience in commercial contracting and regulatory/legal matters in a FinTech context.</li><li>Strong understanding of UAE regulatory environment for financial services, payments and technology (plus exposure to regional/international if possible).</li><li>Excellent negotiation, drafting and analytical skills.</li><li>Strong business acumen and ability to engage with non&#8209;legal stakeholders (product, operations, risk).</li><li>Excellent English (written &amp; spoken) &mdash; ability to articulate legal advice clearly to business.</li><li>Self&#8209;starter, able to manage multiple tasks, work in a dynamic FinTech environment.</li></ul><p><b>Reporting &amp; Stakeholders:</b></p><ul><li>Reports to Head of Legal / General Counsel (or directly to senior management depending on company structure).</li><li>Stakeholder interfaces: business units (product, operations, compliance), external counsel, regulators, senior management.</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: AED35,000.00 - AED70,000.00 per month</p><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>What is your Visa Status ?</li><li>What is your joining availability ?</li><li>What is your Expected salary ?</li></ul><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>Senior Legal Counsel &ndash; FinTech: 5 years (Required)</li></ul>

Senior Legal Counsel – FinTech

Taptap Send

Our Mission <p>Reduce inequity by helping immigrants move money home, and become the leading cross-border fintech for emerging markets.</p> The Team <p>Founded by Harvard grads / 3rd-time founders   also founded Segovia (successful exit) and GiveDirectly (>300M revenue, fastest-growing NGO). Top performers from top and varied organizations (e.g., Bain, Bolt, Google, McKinsey, SafeBoda, Uber, Zipline)   we like moving fast, and we hire people that do as well. Driven by mission, guided by values (see below) - in deed, not just word. Team as global as the mission, >30 languages from 25 countries (i.e., if you're interested in learning to make Chicken Moambe, we're the place).</p> About Us <p>Taptap Send is backed by top VCs (Spark, Canaan, Reid Hoffman, Breyer Capital, etc.), rapidly growing and a great place for those looking for both impact and a fast-paced tech startup environment. Read more about the journey in Reid Hoffman's words or TechCrunch article. Launched in 2019, Taptap is tapping into a transformative shift in global finance: from banks to phones. While this has affected wealthier countries as well, it has been nothing short of a revolution for the emerging markets where the overwhelming majority of population had been unable to access digital finance previously. Taptap Send allows immigrants to send money home instantly and with no fee , saving money in the process. With a formal market size of >700B alone, we've got a lot more saving to do for our users. Our mission is to reduce inequity by helping immigrants move money home, and become the leading cross-border fintech for emerging markets. And that's just the beginning.</p> <p> We charge fees for transfers on fixed exchange rate corridors (e.g., XOF, XAF).</p> Our Investors <p>Spark Capital, Canaan, Reid Hoffman, Breyer Capital (Jim Breyer), Unbound (Shravin Mittal), Wamda (Fadi Ghandour), Firstminute Capital, Slow Ventures (Sam Lessin), Helios Partners (Souleymane Ba), Crossbeam Ventures (Ali Hamed), Nikesh Arora, Samih Toukan, and many other context-specific angels</p> Legal Counsel - GCC The role <p>You'll join our energetic legal team of 7 lawyers reporting to the GCC Lead Counsel. This is a high-impact, broad-scope role covering the full legal lifecycle of our operations in the region: regulatory, commercial contracts, market expansion, product launches, employment matters, disputes, and whatever else lands on the legal desk.</p> <p>You'll partner across all business functions to advise on decisions, lead projects, negotiate agreements, and communicate legal issues to lawyers and non-lawyers alike, always balancing business priorities with legal risk. You'll drive growth by navigating new legal and commercial challenges (with local counsel support where needed) and won't wait to be told what needs doing.</p> Responsibilities <ul> <li>Lead legal support for market expansion and new product launches across the GCC</li> <li>Lead or support engagement with regulators and maintain our regulatory compliance framework across the GCC region</li> <li>Handle commercial contracts, employment matters, disputes, and general legal work as needed</li> <li>Work cross-functionally with business, product, compliance and finance teams to tackle day-to-day legal and regulatory challenges</li> <li>Collaborate with the legal team to identify risks and develop creative solutions that balance business priorities with legal requirements</li> </ul> Requirements <ul> <li>Legal qualification +6-8 years PQE</li> <li>Significant in-house experience (startup preferred)</li> <li>Fintech/payments regulatory exposure (preferred)</li> <li>Fluent English and Arabic</li> </ul> A good fit for this role is <ul> <li>Organized and autonomous: you juggle multiple workstreams without dropping balls</li> <li>Driven: you thrive in ambitious, target-oriented environments</li> <li>Solutions-focused: you find paths forward beyond problems</li> <li>Comfortable with ambiguity: new markets and products energize you, not paralyze you</li> <li>A clear communicator: you translate legal complexity into plain business language</li> <li>Quick but thorough: you maintain quality while moving at startup pace</li> </ul> Benefits (specifics depend on geography) <ul> <li>Competitive salary</li> <li>Regular team events</li> <li>L&D budget</li> <li>Equipment</li> <li>Headspace subscription</li> </ul> Also you are <ul> <li><b>Outgoing</b> - you love speaking to people and enjoy building meaningful relationships</li> <li><b>Execution Oriented</b> - we have an 'impact first' philosophy and a lot to get done. You should be able to take an idea to implementation</li> <li><b>Mission Oriented</b> - you are passionate about working for a net positive organisation / tech for good</li> <li><b>Organised</b> - you have a system for how you approach your work that can keep you on track in a scrappy startup environment</li> <li><b>Driven</b> - you thrive in a fast-paced, target oriented company</li> </ul> Taptap Values <p>Impact first</p> <p>Team next</p> <p>Accept reality</p> <p>Propose solutions</p> <p>Win with grit</p> <p>Be proactively candid, with yourself and others</p> <p>Love the particular</p> <p>Own it</p> <p>Create positive energy</p> <p>Maybe, even have fun</p> <p>Taptap Send is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment decisions are decided on the basis of qualifications, experience and business need. We strongly encourage applications who are members of underrepresented communities to apply.</p> <p>If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to let us know. Any information you provide us in this respect will only be used to accommodate your requirements.</p> <p>Note: we recognize imposter syndrome is real - any candidate that does not perfectly fit every characteristic of this role is still strongly encouraged to apply.</p>

Legal Counsel, GCC

<div><div><b><i>About Emirates Global Aluminium</i></b><i>
</i></div><div>Emirates Global Aluminium is the world&rsquo;s biggest &lsquo;premium aluminium&rsquo; producer and the largest industrial company in the United Arab Emirates outside the oil and gas industry. EGA is an integrated aluminium producer, with operations on four continents from bauxite mining to the production of cast primary aluminium and recycling. EGA employs over 7,000 of these people including more than 1,200 UAE Nationals. EGA operates aluminium smelters in Jebel Ali and Al Taweelah in the United Arab Emirates, an alumina refinery in Al Taweelah, a bauxite mine and associated export facilities in the Republic of Guinea, a speciality foundry in high strength recycled aluminium in Germany, and a recycling plant in the United States.</div><br>
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JOB PURPOSE:</b></div>
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Provides expert legal advice and guidance to EGA group (including subsidiaries in the UAE, Europe, USA, China, Korea, Guinea, and Singapore), within the applicable legislation, in line with the corporate strategy to optimally resolve legal issues, contain legal risks and support Management&rsquo;s decision making.Supports the Chief Legal &amp; Ethics Officer in the day-to-day operations to achieve the defined quality standards and operational excellence across the function.</div><br>
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KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:</b></div>
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Strategic Contribution</b></div>
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<li>Supports the implementation of the department strategy ensuring alignment to functional strategy, EGA&rsquo;s vision, mission, and corporate objectives.</li>
<li>Contributes to the development and implementation of departmental strategy and related strategic plans, which are aligned with the vision and mission of the organization.</li>
<li>Ensures the provision of subject matter expertise for the assigned domain and provide counsel to EGA leadership on all related areas to facilitate the achievement of EGA&rsquo;s strategy and functional strategies.</li></ul><br>
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Leadership</b></div>
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<li>Manages the effective achievement of department objectives through effective leadership and by setting of individual objectives, managing performance, developing, and motivating team to maximise performance.</li>
<li>Supports the talent development initiatives for the assigned department, collaborating with discipline experts and thereby ensure the availability of talent to fit business requirements.</li>
<li>Acts as a role model and drive adherence to organizational values and ethics by employees of the assigned department to ensure the establishment of a value driven culture within the organization.</li>
<li>managers of active contracts, including supporting international subsidiaries (where relevant).</li>
<li>Provides training to Areas to heighten awareness of rights, liabilities, and obligations in ongoing contracts. Assesses systems that the Area has in place to monitor ongoing contractual obligations and conducts periodic reviews of the relevant Areas to ensure they are aware of, and adhering to, their contractual obligations and reporting requirements.</li></ul><br>
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Policies, Processes &amp; Procedures</b></div>
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<li>Supports the implementation of functional specifications, policies, systems, processes, procedures, and controls covering all areas of General Counsel/Legal Affairs operations so that all relevant procedural/legislative requirements are fulfilled while delivering a quality, cost-effective service in a consistent manner.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Provides significant input in the development and implementation of legal, ethics and compliance policies and procedures. Effective communication and implementation of all applicable policies.</li>
<li>Considers and implements innovative solutions where appropriate (particularly in relation to managing costs and streamlining the contract drafting, negotiation and execution process), maintaining an awareness of advancements in technology applicable to the Function.
</li><li>Supports Function in transitioning to Document Management System and ensures active matters are properly recorded and saved in the appropriate location.</li></ul><br>
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Legal Advisory</b></div>
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<li>Responsible for providing cross-functional team leaders in all jurisdictions with practical, commercial, timely and strategic legal advice in respect of all corporate and commercial transactions, day-to-day operations and disputes offering business partners optimum solutions as well as assisting the business to respond appropriately to any applicable legislative or regulatory changes.</li>
<li>Proactively assists with complex transactions &ndash; identifying legal (and where appropriate commercial) issues in relation to that transaction and provides pragmatic legal analysis and possible legal and practical solutions to mitigate risk and achieve the best possible commercial outcome for EGA.</li>
<li>Provides advice across the business and in different jurisdictions on applicable laws and the interpretation of legal documents in a manner that avails a practical legal approach while properly managing the risks to the business.</li>
<li>Provides recommendations for addressing critical legal and policy issues to ensure that the EGA Group&rsquo;s legal and overall objectives are met in a manner consistent with its values, strategies, policies, and procedures.</li>
<li>Collaborates and coordinates with EGA Management to ensure the Function evolves to continue to provide effective advice and support alongside the changing needs of EGA&rsquo;s global business.</li>
<li>In the event of an incident (i.e., a death on-site or material property damage), provides incident response support (including 24 hours / 365-day emergency response) handling the situation with practical legal input to minimise criminal and civil liability.</li>
<li>Provides expertise advice and support with incident investigations, associated claims and reports where required. Contributes to internal lessons learned where appropriate in the post incident analysis.</li></ul><br>
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Contractual</b></div>
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<li>Leads/ drafts, reviews, and negotiates complex contractual and other documents with a view to minimising legal exposure and risk for the EGA Group across all jurisdictions.</li>
<li>Identifies, assesses, manages, and mitigates key legal and commercial risks in contractual and other arrangements.</li>
<li>Develops standard terms of business and Standard Form Precedents for applicable business area(s), and updates the same to reflect changes in legislation, regulation or market practice and offers the relevant departments training on the same.</li>
<li>Provides business with practical advice on the risk of departing from the EGA&rsquo;s template wording and empowers decision makers to select the correct strategy to achieve EGA&rsquo;s aims.</li></ul><br>
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Post-Contractual Support</b></div>
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<li>Provides appropriate ongoing expertise counsel and support for operations and the contract managers of active contracts, including supporting international subsidiaries (where relevant).</li>
</ul><ul><li>Provides training to Areas to heighten awareness of rights, liabilities, and obligations in ongoing contracts. Assesses systems that the Area has in place to monitor ongoing contractual obligations and conducts periodic reviews of the relevant Areas to ensure they are aware of, and adhering to, their contractual obligations and reporting requirements.</li></ul><br>
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Disputes Management
</b></p><ul><li>Avoids formal dispute resolution proceedings to the appropriate extent or where possible achieves mutual settlement.
</li><li>Proactively manages the conduct of any litigation, arbitration or dispute that may arise worldwide in close consultation with the Chief Legal &amp; Ethics Officer, external counsel, and all relevant internal stakeholders.</li></ul><br>
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Knowledge Building</b></p>
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<li>Responsible for keeping the Function and the business at large informed on new laws, regulations, and industry trends that affect the business as well as assisting with the development of policies and training, as necessary.</li>
<li>Develops and enhances the knowledge of the relevant EGA teams with respect to legal concepts and updates, contracting processes, general contracting strategy, contract administration and dispute management.</li>
<li>Leads and conducts the provision of training sessions, workshops, and guidance materials as required and appropriate.</li></ul><br>
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Management of Outsourced Service Providers</b></p>
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<li>Procures external legal support with the approval of the Chief Legal and Ethics Officer and, where applicable, in accordance with the Function&rsquo;s tendering processes.</li>
<li>Supervises and manages law firms to ensure all services are procured in a timely and cost-effective manner and meet applicable quality standards.
</li><li>Actively participates in the preparation of the Function&rsquo;s Budget by engaging with relevant business areas/subsidiaries to develop a forecast for the year&rsquo;s legal spend for that team based on expected workflow and approved projects in the pipeline.
</li><li>Responsible for spending on law firms against the Function&rsquo;s Budget and seeks to maximise efficiencies and reduce costs without impacting the quality of work and advice. Considers alternative billing arrangements and looks to maximise value-adds from law firms.
</li><li>Project manage deals and transactions in line with the approved Function Budget and agreed assumptions and scopes. Promptly notifies the Chief Legal and Ethics Officer of any material exceedances.</li></ul><br>
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Ethics and Compliance Support
</b></p><ul><li>Maintains an awareness of applicable compliance requirements and issues to ensure they are appropriately provided for and considered in the relevant legal documents.
</li><li>Provides assistance with investigations as and when required by the Compliance Team.</li></ul><br>
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Professional Development
</b></p><ul><li>Maintains appropriate awareness of the current local and international legislative and regulatory environment and complies with professional regulator&rsquo;s requirements for continuous professional development.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Attends relevant internal training and actively engages with external consultants and experts to develop expertise and know-how.</li></ul><br>
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Brand Development</b></div>
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<li>Develops, updates and actively promote the EGA Legal &ldquo;brand&rdquo; both internally within the EGA Group and externally. The brand must be aligned with the values and principles of the EGA Group and continue to evolve as those values and principles evolve.</li>
<li>Contributes to Thought Leadership on specific area of expertise within EGA, in the business community and online.</li>
<li>Heightened profile of EGA Legal both internally and externally by the Senior Legal Counsel acting as Ambassador for the Function.</li></ul><br>
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Stakeholder Management</b></div>
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<li>Develops strong working relationships with the members of the Executive Committees and key personnel from relevant business areas to achieve the status of trusted advisor to relevant stakeholders, including the Chief Legal &amp; Ethics Officer.</li>
<li>Enhances effective coordination and communication with all internal and external entities (such as the company&rsquo;s internal business units, vendors, suppliers, contractors, service providers, etc.) with highest standards of business ethics, to ensure the services required by the organization are delivered in the most effective manner.</li>
<li>Represents EGA in all related forums as assigned by leadership and promotes sharing of best practices and effective networking among industrial experts to obtain optimum benefits and enhance the knowledge base for EGA.</li></ul><br>
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Reporting</b></div>
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<li>Ensures that all Functional reports are prepared timely and accurately and meet EGA requirements, policies, and quality standards.</li></ul><br>
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Authority/ Decision making:</b></p>
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<li>The Senior Legal Counsel is expected to operate with a high level of autonomy but to advise the Chief Legal and Ethics Officer on all material and strategic issues of any nature in a timely and coherent manner.</li>
</ul><ul><li>The Senior Legal Counsel exercises financial authority as per the levels established by the EGA Delegation of Authority.</li></ul><br>
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QUALIFICATIONS &amp; SKILLS:</b></div>
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Minimum Qualifications:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law from an internationally reputable university together with a legal qualification from any of the UK, US, or certain Commonwealth countries.</li>
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<p><b>Minimum Experience:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Minimum 10 years&rsquo; post qualification experience in a combination of top-tier international law firm (preferably UK or US) and as an in-house legal counsel within a corporate setting.</li>
<li>Subject matter expert/ specialist in a particular legal field (i.e., a shipping law specialist, a construction law specialist, finance law specialist, etc).</li>
</ul><ul><li>Experience in international cross-border transactions and projects.</li>
<li>Experience working at all levels of management consulting with senior business leadership and stakeholders.</li></ul><br>
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Skills:</b></p>
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<li><b>Legal Skills:</b> Highly knowledgeable of legal principles with strong drafting and negotiation, problem solving, innovative and critical thinking and research skills. Ability to negotiate, draft and vet contracts that address complex and difficult issues. Should have a solution-focused outlook and be commercially astute.</li>
<li><b>Communication Skills:</b> Should demonstrate exceptionally good communication skills both in written and verbal form. Must have the ability to speak articulately and persuasively to individuals at senior management level. Impact is significant - the role is a sensitive position that demands messages and instructions be clearly given both internally and externally to EGA&rsquo;s partners and governing bodies. The candidate will also need exceptional communication skills in his or her legal drafting capacity since legal documentation needs to clear, concise, unambiguous, and conclusive, leaving as little room as possible for subsequent misinterpretation or exploitation.
</li><li><b>Interpersonal Skills:</b> High ethical standards. A strategic and creative thinker, he or she must be result-orientated as well as detail orientated, be flexible and welcoming to change, have excellent planning and organizational skills, he or she will have an ability to manage numerous simultaneous projects and meet tight deadlines, he or she will be meticulous, have exceptionally good problem-solving skills, and possess the ability to remain calm and composed during times of uncertainty and stress.
</li><li><b>People Skills:</b> Must be a people person and be capable of forming strong, lasting, and meaningful relationships with others (at all levels of seniority) while maintaining firm adherence to legal standards. He or she will demonstrate confidence but remain approachable and relatable, which will inspire confidence and trust in others who will then trust in his/her insights and judgments and follow in his/her directives. Must possess a solid understanding of, and contribution to, the Function and EGA Group values, strategies, policies, and procedures.</li>
</ul><ul><li><b>MS Office:</b> Must be technology adept and have excellent computer skills. He or she must display exceptionally good MS Office, MS Excel and PowerPoint skills that will be necessary for the drafting of various legal documents and for the creation of engaging presentations as required.</li></ul></div>

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