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Al Ramz PJSC (ALRAMZ:UH)

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 JOB ADVERT: Vice President, Head of Legal
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Summary:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Al Ramz Corporation P.J.S.C. is seeking for a Head of Legal to join our growing team. The Head of Legal leads the Legal Department and is responsible for safeguarding Al Ramz Group&rsquo;s legal rights, ensuring compliance with UAE laws and SCA/ADX/DFM/DFSA/ADGM FSRA regulations, managing all corporate legal matters, litigation, contracts, and legal risks. The role oversees legal strategy, regulatory interpretation, corporate structuring, licensing, and internal legal processes.
 
 
 To review and provide expertise on all legal matters associated with Al Ramz Corporation and its subsidiaries. Will act as the expert on SCA, ADX, DFM, DFSA and ADGM FSRA compliance regulations and through this role provide legal advice and guidance on all related matters in coordination with Risk Department and Compliance Department. Develop and review legal agreements on behalf of the company. Handle all external legal engagements on behalf of Al Ramz and keep abreast with latest updates to UAE laws, fees, services, and legal regulations that impact the business of Al Ramz.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
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 Legal Advisory &amp; Consultation Management
 
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 Oversee and prioritise all legal requests submitted by other Al Ramz business units in accordance with the office policy.
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 Ensure timely delivery of legal advice and maintain proper record of the advice given.
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 Provide verbal or written advice based on law, facts, and regulatory requirements.
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 Agreements and Legal Matters
 
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 Develop and implement a corporate legal strategy to promote and protect the company's matters.
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 Ensure that all agreements signed by Al Ramz legally express its rights and responsibilities; comply with current laws; and are valid through registration, recording etc. by reviewing and providing legal advice/recommendation.
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 Ensure compliance with statutory legal requirements. Work closely with the Compliance Department as needed to resolve legal compliance issues.
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 Minimize the risks of Al Ramz being fined by regulators or sued in courts by promoting compliance to rules, regulations, and laws in UAE.
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 SCA, ADX, DFM, DFSA, ADGM FSRA Regulations
 
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 Act as the expert and provide advice and recommendations on all matters relating to SCA, ADX, , DFM,
 
 DFSA and ADGM FSRA
 
 regulations.
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 Keep informed and updated on all development and changes in laws, rules and regulation affecting the operations of the Company.
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 Litigation
 
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 Direct and oversee all litigation and dispute matters (including suits, investigations and administrative proceedings) involving Al Ramz.
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 Develop and maintain a Litigation Register updated weekly with timelines, status, and conclusions.
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 Ensure timely engagement of external attorneys (within 5 days of service).
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 Oversee coordination between departments and external counsel, ensuring timely responses.
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 Attend all legal meetings with external counsel and monitor case strategy, costs, and outcomes.
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 Ensure strict compliance with regulatory reporting and confidentiality requirements regarding investigations.
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 Dispute Management
 
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 Advise on negotiation and dispute management with individual clients and/or organizations by applying expert knowledge in legal matters and recommending courses of action to management.
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 External Legal Counsel Oversight
 
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 Lead due diligence, onboarding, and supervision of external law firms.
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 Conduct biennial performance assessments using qualitative and quantitative metrics.
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 Manage external legal budgets, fee negotiations, and cost control.
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 Agreement Database and Legal Files
 
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 Maintain a database of all information related to legal and ADX and DFM regulation matters.
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 Review, draft, and negotiate all company contracts, ensuring compliance with internal templates and UAE law.
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 Maintain and update all Al Ramz house-form contract templates (SLAs, MSAs, NDAs, MoUs, MoAs, WSOs, PO T&amp;Cs) in accordance with the 3-year review cycle and ensure that the latest versions are available on internal portal for easy access by Al Ramz staff.
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 Establish and manage a Contract Register.
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 Enforce mandatory contract provisions (UAE law, AD courts, bilateral nature, non-automatic renewals, appropriate termination rights etc).
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 Maintain custody of all original executed legal contracts submitted by business units and ensure proper archiving.
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 Client Delegation of Authorised Person (PGAAS)
 
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 The Head of Legal oversees the preparation, review, and approval of all client Delegation of Authorized Person documents (
 
 PGAAS
 
 ) used for operating brokerage accounts. This responsibility forms part of the client onboarding process and requires close coordination with the Customer Service team and the Compliance team to ensure that each delegation is legally valid, accurately documented, and compliant with regulatory and internal requirements.
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 Power of Attorney &amp; Delegation of Authority Control
 
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 Approve issuance of all Power of Attorneys; enforce rules for specific POAs and prevent unauthorized delegation.
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 Initiate and recommend the following actions for MD/CEO and Board approval:
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 Formation/dissolution of entities
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 Commencement of litigation/arbitration
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 Issuance of guarantees or security
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 Termination of contracts
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 Signing of major agreements and NDAs
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 Corporate Secretarial Assistance &amp; Structuring
 
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 Lead and oversee incorporation, dissolution, and corporate restructuring of entities across Al Ramz Group.
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 Lead and oversee new financial service license application with ADGM FSRA, and monitor external consultant&rsquo;s work quality and progress
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 Ensure compliance with all applicable laws (Companies Law, Tax Laws, SCA Regulations, etc.).
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 Draft and review MOAs for new entities and amendments.
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 Coordinate with regulators and stakeholders (Finance, HR, Compliance) to secure approvals.
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 Internal and External Stakeholder Management
 
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 Work with departmental leadership and key stakeholders in the Company by overseeing and ensuring legal compliance across the business, maintaining the business&rsquo;s integrity both internally and externally (reputational risk). Support executive management and Board of Directors with legal reporting matters.
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 Knowledge Development and Sharing
 
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 Track all changes in UAE laws, SCA/ADX/DFM/DFSA/ADGM FSRA regulations, and regulatory circulars.
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 Maintain subscriptions to relevant legal databases and gazettes.
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 Provide timely update on changes in UAE laws and regulations to management, Compliance and Risk teams, and any relevant business units which are relevant to Al Ramz&rsquo;s business.
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 Lead legal training, workshops, and roadshows for staff to update on any significant changes in laws and regulations (e.g. Federal AML/CFT laws, Federal Commercial Companies Law, Federal and ADGM employment laws and regulations.)
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 Licensing renewal and Regulatory Compliance
 
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 Coordinate with relevant internal departments (Compliance team, Corporate Affairs Officer) to track licensing status and regulatory changes.
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 Coordinate with Compliance and other departments regarding regulatory submissions.
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 Monitor changes in licensing conditions and ensure timely implementation.
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 Insider Committee
 
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 The Head of Legal serves as a mandatory member of the Insider Committee, which is responsible for ensuring compliance with insider-trading rules. The Head of Legal oversees the verification of employee trading information, and ensures the accuracy and completeness of the quarterly Insider Report submitted to DFM in a timely manner.
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 The role ensures the Committee&rsquo;s processes follow regulatory expectations.
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 The Head of Legal supports Human Capital team for maintaining internal awareness of trading restrictions and reinforces compliance requirements for Al Ramz staff who have access to sensitive or confidential information.
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 Procurement Committee
 
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 The Head of Legal is a mandatory member of the Procurement Committee, providing legal review and assurance across all procurement activities.
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 Responsibilities include assessing legal and contractual risks in vendor proposals, evaluating the adequacy of terms and conditions, and ensuring adherence to approved templates, governing-law requirements, and the Delegation of Authority framework.
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 The Head of Legal validates that procurement decisions comply with company policies, regulatory obligations, and contractual-risk standards.
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 The role reviews vendor due-diligence findings, identifies legal exposures, and advises the Committee before final approvals.
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 Qualifications:
 
 
 
 
 
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 Mandatory: Degree in Law (preferably with specialisation in Commercial Law) with strong experience in financial sector.
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 Must be a qualified lawyer, licensed to practice law in a recognized jurisdiction and currently in good standing.
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 Desirable: Master&rsquo;s degree in Law
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 Extensive knowledge of corporate law, disclosure requirements, compliance mandates.
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 Experienced in negotiation and dispute management
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 Comprehensive knowledge of securities brokerage/asset management/fund management/ financial advisory, market making and liquidity provision practices and UAE listed companies compliance.
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 Good analytical, judgmental and interpretative skills.
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 Understanding of the regulatory environment &ndash; SCA, ADX,DFM, DFSA and ADGM FSRA rules and regulations.
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 Excellent communications and presentation skills, fluent in Arabic and English
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 If you meet above requirements, then please send your CV (which should include your nationality and current location) to
 
 recruitment@alramz.ae
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Considering we receive high volumes of applications, only shortlisted candidates for interviews will be contacted.
 
 
 
</div>

Head of Legal

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB)

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 Company Description
 
 
 
 Now it&rsquo;s your time to join the #1 bank in the Middle East and one of the most prestigious financial companies in the region. Shaking up the world of banking requires a lot of smarts and skill. We&rsquo;re looking for the brightest and best to help us reach our goals and we&rsquo;ll also help you reach yours. Your success is our success as you grow stronger in your career. Join us and leave a legacy of your own, as a pioneer in both the company and the industry.
 
 
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 The role holder assists the Head of Legal and the Senior Legal Counsel for Global Corporate Finance &amp; Islamic Banking to manage legal risk in all the geographies where FAB operates in relation to the relevant business activities in accordance with FAB Group legal policies and procedures. The role holder should be able to work autonomously, but should seek the Head of Legal &ndash; Global Corporate Finance &amp; Islamic Banking and the Senior Legal Counsel&rsquo;s &ndash; input on unusual situations, complex matters, and issues which may pose significant legal, financial and/or reputational risk to the FAB Group.
 
 
 Core Responsibilities
 
 
 Legal Advisory
 
 
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 Provides legal advice and support to the business while keeping in mind FAB&rsquo;s strategic and business objectives.
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 Collaborates with the Head of Legal and Senior Legal Counsel to establish, disseminate and implement the FAB Group legal policies.
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 Completes legal tasks and projects in a timely manner and responds to legal queries assigned to him/her by the Head of Legal or the Senior Legal Counsel.
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 Supports FAB subsidiaries and international branches by providing general legal oversight on legal risks associated with the relevant business products and services. Litigation
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 Assists with the management of litigation or disputes between the business and its customers in the UAE and abroad.
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 Represents FAB before Notaries Public, court experts, courts, and the police to resolve matters in the best interest of the FAB Group.
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 Reports relevant litigation matters to the Head of Legal and/or the Senior Legal Counsel and provides updates to the relevant stakeholders
 
 
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 Legal Documentation and Review
 
 
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 Drafts, reviews and negotiates contracts and other legal documents in order to maximise the FAB Group&rsquo;s legal protections whilst simultaneously minimising risks.
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 Prepares and regularly updates standardised legal agreements, contracts and standard terms and conditions for FAB in compliance with international best practices and applicable legal requirements.
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 Assists the Heads of Legal and Senior Legal Counsels in reviewing the standard terms and conditions used by the business and updates or recommends legal policies and processes in line with best international practices. Knowledge of External Environment
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 Stays current on emerging trends in the laws and regulations through continuous legal education, attending professional conferences, and participating in professional associations.
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 Provides updates on new legislation or regulatory developments that may have an impact on the business and its implications. Knowledge Sharing
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 Works closely and develops a positive professional relationship with the other members of the legal function and shares legal knowledge and best practices with legal colleagues. Stakeholder Management
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 Liaises with the concerned external authorities such as courts and law firms to ensure effective resolution of all legal matters affecting FAB. MIS and Reporting
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 Ensures that all requisite reports are prepared in a timely and accurate manner, and meet the FAB Group&rsquo;s requirements, policies, and standards.
 
 
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 Specific Accountability
 
 
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 Drafts, reviews and negotiates standard form Islamic banking agreements and contracts including general terms and conditions, etc.
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 Drafts, reviews and negotiates Islamic deal documentation for syndicated loans, project finance, leveraged/acquisition finance, real estate finance and asset finance transactions, agency requirements in loan documentation, debt restructurings and other lending agreements.
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 Work with external counsel and the business in relation to Islamic Finance transactions.
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 Assists the business with developing and rolling out new Islamic products and services.
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 Drafts, reviews and negotiates with English and Arabic language consumer banking and business banking-related documents (e.g. accounts, credit cards, personal loans, car loans, mortgage loans, merchant acquirer agreements, small business loans, retail Islamic finance).
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 Handles and provides legal support in relation to customer requests to amend standard documentation in the UAE and abroad
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 Assists the Head of Legal in managing potential disputes and customer complaints in the UAE and abroad.
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 Makes recommendations for improvements to policies and processes and streamlining the same to bring about efficiency and improve turn-around time
 
 
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
 QUALIFICATIONS &amp; EXPERIENCE:
 
 
 Minimum Qualification
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law.
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 Master&rsquo;s degree in law is preferred.
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 Excellent English &amp; Arabic language skills.
 
 
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 Minimum Experience
 
 
 
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 Minimum of 3 years&rsquo; experience in a reputed bank or law firm.
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Legal Counsel, Islamic Banking

<div>
 
 Company Description
 
 
 
 Now it&rsquo;s your time to join the #1 bank in the Middle East and one of the most prestigious financial companies in the region. Shaking up the world of banking requires a lot of smarts and skill. We&rsquo;re looking for the brightest and best to help us reach our goals and we&rsquo;ll also help you reach yours. Your success is our success as you grow stronger in your career. Join us and leave a legacy of your own, as a pioneer in both the company and the industry.
 
 
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 JOB PURPOSE:
 
 
 
 The role holder assists the Head of Legal &ndash; Commercial &amp; Technology with managing legal risk in all the geographies where the FAB Group operates in relation to Commercial &amp; Technology activities in accordance with FAB Group legal policies and procedures. The role holder should be able to work autonomously but should seek the Head of Legal &ndash; Commercial &amp; Technology&rsquo;s input on unusual situations, complex matters, and issues which may pose significant legal, financial and/or reputational risk to the FAB Group.
 
 
 
 Key Accountabilities
 
 
 
 
 Core Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Legal Advisory
 
 
 
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 Provides legal advice and support to the business while keeping in mind FAB&rsquo;s strategic and business objectives.
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 Provides guidance to facilitate FAB&rsquo;s compliance with all applicable laws, rules and regulations.
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 Collaborates with the Head of Legal to establish, disseminate and implement the FAB Group legal policies.
 </li>
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 Completes legal tasks and projects in a timely manner and responds to legal queries assigned to him/her by the Head of Legal.
 </li>
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 Supports FAB subsidiaries and international branches by providing general legal oversight on legal risks associated with their products and services.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Litigation
 
 
 
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 Supervises and is responsible for the adequate management of litigation and disputes pertaining to the relevant area in the UAE and abroad.
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 Represents FAB and its subsidiaries before Notaries Public, court experts, courts, and the police to resolve matters in the best interest of the FAB Group.
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 Reports relevant litigation matters to the Group General Counsel and Heads of Legal and provides updates to the relevant stakeholders.
 
 
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 Job Context
 
 
 
 
 Specific Accountability
 
 
 
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 Provides legal advice and support to FAB Group&rsquo;s corporate acquisitions, divestments, joint-ventures, incorporations, business carve-out and similar transactions.
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 Provides legal advice and support on corporate law and related matters in relation to legal entities in FAB Group
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 Works on a wide range of special projects, which could include (but are not limited to) topics such as material debt recovery matters.
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 Provides legal advice and support on HR matters.
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 Works on a broad range of other corporate and commercial matters
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 Manages outside legal counsel in the context of transactions and projects described above.
 
 
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 Legal Documentation and Review
 
 
 
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 Drafts, reviews and negotiates contracts and other legal documents in order to maximise the FAB Group&rsquo;s legal protections whilst simultaneously minimising legal risks.
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 Produces and regularly updates standardised legal agreements, contracts and standard terms and conditions for the FAB Group in compliance with international best practices and applicable legal requirements.
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 Assists the business in launching new products and conducts legal and regulatory due diligence on such products, including identifying risks and mitigants in all applicable geographies.
 
 
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 Knowledge of External Environment
 
 
 
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 Stays abreast of new laws and regulations through continuous legal education, attending professional conferences, and participating in professional associations.
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 Provides updates to the FAB Group&rsquo;s senior business persons on new legislation and regulatory developments that may have an impact on the FAB Group and advises on how to comply with such new legislation and regulations.
 
 
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 Knowledge Sharing
 
 
 
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 Works closely and develops a positive professional relationship with the other members of the legal function and shares legal knowledge and best practices with legal colleagues, including providing formal and informal training sessions at the direction of the Group General Counsel and Heads of Legal.
 
 
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 Stakeholder Management
 
 
 
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 Liaises with external law firms and relevant authorities (such as courts) to ensure the effective resolution of all legal matters affecting the FAB Group.
 
 
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 Learning and Development
 
 
 
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 Functions as a subject matter expert and provides input on learning and development initiatives including training content to ensure value addition and relevance.
 
 
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 MIS and Reporting
 
 
 
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 Ensures that all requisite reports are prepared in a timely and accurate manner, and meet the FAB Group&rsquo;s requirements, policies, and standards.
 
 
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 People Management Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Defines goals and key performance indicators for direct reports and ensures effective implementation of the FAB performance management process.
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 Develops talent within the team by providing guidance and coaching to achieve defined goals.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 Minimum Qualification
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law from an internationally recognised university.
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 Masters degree in law.
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 Qualified as a lawyer in the UK, the USA, Australia or another Commonwealth or Western European jurisdiction is preferred.
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 Excellent English language skills.
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 Ability to read, write and communicate in Arabic.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Minimum Experience
 
 
 
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 Minimum of 7 years&rsquo; experience in a reputed bank or law firm, with at least 4 years in a similar role.
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 Experience with corporate law and commercial is mandatory.
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 Experience with M&amp;A matters is preferred.
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 Experience with HR related matters is beneficial but not a must.
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Senior Legal Counsel- Commercial & Technology

Al Ramz Corporation

A financial services firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Chief HR Officer and Head of Business Support. The role requires a minimum of 10 years' experience in corporate finance advisory, a Bachelor's in Law, and fluency in Arabic and English. The incumbent will direct legal strategy, ensure compliance with regulations, and provide guidance on governance matters. Strong negotiation skills and extensive corporate law knowledge are mandatory.

Senior VP, Legal & Corporate Governance

Global Software Solutions Group

<div>
 The Specialist, Vendor Risk Management, is responsible for utilizing intermediate knowledge and skills to execute Third-Party and Vendor Risk management activities. This role involves effectively evaluating, assessing, managing, and reporting on Vendor risks. The candidate will perform the core Vendor risk assessment process, support the Head of Vendor Risk Management with ongoing monitoring, and drive continuous process improvements.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 Vendor Risk Assessment &amp; Due Diligence
 
 
 
 
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 Perform evaluation of Third Party and Vendor engagements to identify and manage vendor risk
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 Complete inherent and overall risk assessments
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 Initiate and manage the due diligence process with cross-functional control groups
 </li>
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 Review and score inherent risk questionnaires and complete overall risk assessment summaries
 </li>
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 Serve as the subject matter expert in interpreting requirements and improve awareness of Operational Risks faced by the Business from vendor failure/poor performance
 </li>
 <li>
 Work with Strategic Sourcing/Legal/Business to mitigate losses through vendor compensation via robust contracts
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Reporting &amp; Monitoring
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Develop and perform reporting for VRM, including data collection, consolidation, analysis, spreadsheets, and dashboards
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide and maintain vendor risk reporting mechanisms, and track and report outcomes from vendor management activities
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the Head of Vendor Risk Management with reporting and monitoring of vendor risks, including data collection and analysis, and periodic ongoing monitoring
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Process Improvement &amp; Quality
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Analyze, update, and modify procedures and processes to identify and continuously implement vendor risk management process improvements
 </li>
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 Complete quality control reviews and testing to ensure procedures are followed
 </li>
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 Stay informed about the latest developments in the vendor risk management field
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 
 
 Experience
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Minimum of 3+ years related work experience in vendor management or vendor risk management is required
 </li>
 <li>
 Extensive working experience in Business Risk Management, Security Risk, Operational Risk, Internal Audit, and/or Controls related function is preferred
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Knowledge &amp; Skills
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Comprehensive knowledge of applicable concepts and methodologies such as continuous quality improvement and auditing experience
 </li>
 <li>
 Familiarity with industry compliance standards, such as ISO27001, PCI DSS, SOC1 (SSAE16) and SOC2
 </li>
 <li>
 Understanding of governance structures used to manage vendor risk programs and vendor mitigation and oversight
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Education
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor's degree in business administration, computer science, or a related field, or equivalent years of experience, is required
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Specialist - Vendor Risk Management (VRM)

GSSTech Group

<div>The Specialist, Vendor Risk Management, is responsible for utilizing intermediate knowledge and skills to execute Third-Party and Vendor Risk management activities. This role involves effectively evaluating, assessing, managing, and reporting on Vendor risks. The candidate will perform the core Vendor risk assessment process, support the Head of Vendor Risk Management with ongoing monitoring, and drive continuous process improvements.<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Key Responsibilities</h3><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Vendor Risk Assessment &amp; Due Diligence</h3><ul>
<li>Perform evaluation of Third Party and Vendor engagements to identify and manage vendor risk.</li>
<li>Complete inherent and overall risk assessments.</li>
<li>Initiate and manage the due diligence process with cross-functional control groups.</li>
<li>Review and score inherent risk questionnaires and complete overall risk assessment summaries.</li>
<li>Serve as the subject matter expert in interpreting requirements and improve awareness of Operational Risks faced by the Business from vendor failure/poor performance.</li>
<li>Work with Strategic Sourcing/Legal/Business to mitigate losses through vendor compensation via robust contracts.</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Reporting &amp; Monitoring</h3><ul>
<li>Develop and perform reporting for VRM, including data collection, consolidation, analysis, spreadsheets, and dashboards.</li>
<li>Provide and maintain vendor risk reporting mechanisms, and track and report outcomes from vendor management activities.</li>
<li>Support the Head of Vendor Risk Management with reporting and monitoring of vendor risks, including data collection and analysis, and periodic ongoing monitoring.</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Process Improvement &amp; Quality</h3><ul>
<li>Analyze, update, and modify procedures and processes to identify and continuously implement vendor risk management process improvements.</li>
<li>Complete quality control reviews and testing to ensure procedures are followed.</li>
<li>Stay informed about the latest developments in the vendor risk management field.</li>
</ul>
Requirements<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Experience</h3><ul>
<li>Minimum of 3+ years related work experience in vendor management or vendor risk management is required.</li>
<li>Extensive working experience in Business Risk Management, Security Risk, Operational Risk, Internal Audit, and/or Controls related function is preferred.</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Knowledge &amp; Skills</h3><ul>
<li>Comprehensive knowledge of applicable concepts and methodologies such as continuous quality improvement and auditing experience.</li>
<li>Familiarity with industry compliance standards, such as ISO27001, PCI DSS, SOC1 (SSAE16) and SOC2.</li>
<li>Understanding of governance structures used to manage vendor risk programs and vendor mitigation and oversight.</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Education</h3><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business administration, computer science, or a related field, or equivalent years of experience, is required.</li></ul></div>

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