intellectual property lawyer

Clyde & Co

<div>
 
 Associate - IP
 
 
 
 Due to the continued growth of our Intellectual Property (IP) and Technology Media and Telecommunications (TMT) practice, we now have a newly created vacancy for a qualified lawyer. The ideal candidate will have an extensive commercial background, gained within a large-scale international or regional top tier firm and significant exposure to IP/TMT issues.
 
 
 
 Job Requirements
 
 
 
 This is a non-contentious role within the broader IP/TMT team and the main responsibilities will involve:
 
 
 <ul>
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 Advising on the protection, registration (excluding prosecution) and licensing of patents, copyright and trademarks, drafting and negotiating a range of commercial contracts including IP licences.
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 Carrying out research on TMT legal issues including telecoms and media regulation, cloud computing, software development and licensing, content distribution, e-commerce, mobile payments, data protection and cybersecurity.
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 Advising clients on the identification and ability to protect the full spectrum of IP rights, including knowledge of the registration process. The role will not involve any IP prosecution capability.
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 Drafting, reviewing and negotiating stand-alone IP agreements including IP licences and franchise agreements.
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 Drafting, reviewing and negotiating IP provisions within a wide range of other commercial agreements in the hospitality, education and projects and construction sectors.
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 Supporting M&amp;A and corporate transactions and other wider projects with specialist IP and TMT due diligence, research and ancillary contracts.
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 <li>
 Drafting advice to clients on IP and TMT legal issues.
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 Drafting various commercial agreements covering supply, distribution, consultancy and advertising.
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 Supporting the TMT team on larger-scale technology procurement, transformational IT and outsourcing projects.
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 Assisting with the preparation and delivery of proposals, pitches, presentations and legal training materials.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Candidate Requirements
 
 
 
 The ideal candidate will have:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bilingual (Arabic/English)
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 <li>
 A PQE level of 3-5 years post qualification experience;
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 A strong academic background, training and experience gained with a well-recognised firm or business;
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 <li>
 2:1 (or higher) degree classification (or equivalent).
 </li>
 <li>
 Training and experience gained from a large-scale international or regional top tier firm, with an established presence in the IP/TMT sector;
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 <li>
 A genuine interest in developing their career with the leading IP/TMT practice in the Middle East;
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 <li>
 Good drafting skills with a keen attention to detail, preferably with experience in drafting basic commercial contracts (e.g. NDAs) and the ability to contribute to more complex agreements;
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in carrying out detailed and methodical legal research using available resources;
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 <li>
 Experience in liaising with and co-ordinating advice from foreign correspondent counsel in the Middle East would be an advantage;
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 Confidence and initiative with a keenness to assume responsibility, work independently and take a pro-active and commercial approach to solving issues;
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 Strong interpersonal skills and an interest in marketing and business development;
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 <li>
 Clear and demonstrable commitment to developing your career in the Middle East;
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 Experience in drafting pitches and proposal documents for legal work would be an advantage; and
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 Experience in the preparation of legal training material and/or delivery of training seminars or lectures would be an advantage.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 The Firm
 
 
 
 When you work at Clyde &amp; Co, you join a team of 500 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and 5,500 people in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide. Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make, unite us in our endeavours and strengthen our delivery, for both our clients and our firm. We work as one, excel with clients, celebrate difference and act boldly. We are committed to operating in a responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves. We are devoted to providing an environment in which everyone can realise their potential, using its legal and professional skills to support its communities. We do this through pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships, and minimising the impact it has on the environment, including through our commitment to the SBTi Net-Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions reduction targets.
 
 
 
 Our Commitment
 
 
 
 Clyde &amp; Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our values encourage us to support fairness, celebrate diversity and prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at work. Therefore, we welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity. Learn more about our interview process.
 
 
 
 A Note on Privacy
 
 
 
 Please take a moment to read our privacy notice. This describes what personal information Clyde &amp; Co (we) may hold about you, what it&rsquo;s used for, how it&rsquo;s obtained, your rights and how to contact us as a data subject.
 
 
 If you are submitting a candidate as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is an essential requirement and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to Clyde &amp; Co are aware of this privacy notice.
 
 
 This is the job description as constituted at present; however, Clyde &amp; Co reserves the right to reasonably amend it in accordance with the changing needs of the business.
 
 
 
 
 الشركة
 
 
 
 
 
 عند انضمامك إلى شركة كلايد أند كو، تصبح جزءًا من فريق عالمي يضم 500 شريك، و2400 محامٍ، و3200 متخصص قانوني، وأكثر من 5500 موظف فيما يقارب 70 مكتباً وفرعاً حول العالم
 
 
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 تشكل قيمنا المبادئ التي توجه قراراتنا، وتوحدنا في مساعينا، وتعزز جودة أدائنا سواء تجاه عملائنا أو شركتنا. نعمل بروح الفريق الواحد، ونتميّز في خدمة عملائنا، ونحتفي بالاختلاف، ونتصرف بجرأة.
 
 
 
 
 نلتزم بالعمل بمسؤولية من خلال السعي نحو بناء قوة عاملة متنوعة وشاملة تعكس المجتمعات والعملاء الذين نخدمهم. كما نكرس جهودنا لتوفير بيئة تمكّن الجميع من تحقيق إمكاناتهم الكاملة، وتسخير مهاراتهم القانونية والمهنية في دعم مجتمعاتهم. نُجسّد هذا الالتزام من خلال تقديم الخدمات القانونية المجانية، والمشاركة في الأعمال التطوعية، وبناء شراكات خيرية، إلى جانب تقليل أثرنا البيئي، بما في ذلك التزامنا بمعيار صافي الانبعاثات الصفرية ووضع أهداف طموحة لخفض الانبعاثات.
 
 
 
 
 
 التزامنا
 
 
 
 
 
 تفخر كلايد أند كو بكونها شركة ملتزمة بمبادئ تكافؤ الفرص. تشجعنا
 
 
 قيمنا
 
 
 على دعم العدالة، والاحتفاء بالتنوع، ورفض جميع أشكال التمييز في بيئة العمل، بما يتيح لكل فرد فرصة التميز والنجاح في مسيرته المهنية. ولذلك، نرحب بجميع طلبات التوظيف من الأفراد المؤهلين، بغض النظر عن خلفياتهم أو هوياتهم.
 
 
 للتعرّف على خطوات عملية المقابلة لدينا
 
 
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 ملاحظة بشأن الخصوصية
 
 
 
 
 
 نرجو منك تخصيص بعض الوقت لقراءة
 
 
 إشعار الخصوصية
 
 
 الخاص بنا، والذي يوضح البيانات الشخصية التي قد تحتفظ بها الشركة، وأغراض استخدامها، وآلية جمعها، وحقوقك بصفتك صاحب بيانات وطرق التواصل معنا.
 
 
 
 
 إذا كنت تقدم مرشحاً بالنيابة عن وكالة توظيف شريكة، فإن من مسؤوليتك الأساسية والضرورية التأكد من أن المرشح المتقدم للعمل لدى
 
 
 الشركة قد اطّلع على هذا الإشعار
 
 
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 يرجى ملاحظة أن هذا الوصف الوظيفي يعكس الوضع الحالي، إلا أن شركة
 
 
 كلايد آند كو تحتفظ بحقها في تعديله بشكل معقول بما يتماشى مع احتياجات العمل المتغيرة
 
 
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</div>

Associate

Trowers & Hamlins

<div>
 
 Trowers &amp; Hamlins is a City-led, international and national law firm with over 170 partners and 1000 staff. With offices across the UK, Middle East and Asia. Our global footprint is further enhanced by our strategic partnership with Interlaw which works to facilitate our management of multi-jurisdictional matters. We have leading practices in Corporate, Litigation, Tax, Banking and Finance, Real Estate and Private Wealth.
 
 
 
 
 
 We've always been proud of our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and value the variety of our partnership. We are different and we believe it is our people that make us unique. We expect and respect that you and your talents are too. Our strategic direction is shaped by a desire to grow our business in a way that is responsible and sustainable and has the principles of ESG at its core, guiding the way we operate firmwide.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The opportunity
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We have an exciting opportunity to join Trowers &amp; Hamlins' international corporate and commercial practice in our Saudi Arabia office. Our team provides strategic legal advice on corporate and commercial matters, mergers and acquisitions, private equity, joint ventures, regulatory compliance, and technology law, supporting both local and international clients in navigating Saudi Arabia's evolving legal landscape.
 
 
 
 
 
 We are seeking a Saudi qualified junior lawyer to support corporate, commercial and regulatory matters, with a strong focus on company formation, structuring, governance and corporate secretarial work within Saudi Arabia. In this role, the distribution of work will be &ndash; 40% Corporate &amp; Commercial, 50% Regulatory &amp; Corporate Secretarial and 10% Government Liaison.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What you'll be doing
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Corporate &amp; Commercial
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Advise on the Saudi Companies Law and related regulations.
 </li>
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 Handle company (Saudi and foreign) formation, restructuring, and liquidation processes.
 </li>
 <li>
 Setting up NGOs.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise on foreign investment and regulatory requirements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Draft and review:
 </li>
 <li>
 Shareholders' agreements and joint venture agreements (Saudi focus specific),
 </li>
 <li>
 Agency and franchise agreements (including registrations).
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise on corporate governance, including:
 </li>
 <li>
 Board composition, quorum and meetings,
 </li>
 <li>
 Directors' duties and governance frameworks.
 </li>
 <li>
 Corporate structuring/restructuring &ndash; advise on optimal corporate structures under the Saudi Companies Law, taking into account regulatory, ownership and operational requirements.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Regulatory &amp; Corporate Secretarial
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Manage filings and compliance with:
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Ministry of Investment (MISA)
 </li>
 <li>
 Saudi Business Center
 </li>
 <li>
 Ministry of Commerce
 </li>
 <li>
 The Saudi Arabian Competition Authority
 </li>
 <li>
 Monsahart (The Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority)
 </li>
 <li>
 Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property
 </li>
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 Oversee corporate secretarial functions and ongoing compliance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Intellectual Property &amp; Commercial Support:
 </li>
 <li>
 Handle intellectual property registrations
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide general commercial legal support
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Government Liaison
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Liaise with government authorities to process applications and approvals.
 </li>
 <li>
 Attend ministries and regulatory bodies to complete official procedures.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 What you'll need
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The firm has a Career Development Framework which sets out the competencies we expect of those at this grade. In particular for this role we require:
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Saudi national.
 </li>
 <li>
 Saudi qualified lawyer licensed by the Saudi Bar Association.
 </li>
 <li>
 1-2 years' post qualification experience in general corporate/commercial law gained at a reputable Saudi firm.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong experience with company setup, MISA licensing and regulatory filings.
 </li>
 <li>
 Familiarity with Saudi government portals (including Saudi Business Center portal, Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD), Ministry of Investment, General Authority for Competition).
 </li>
 <li>
 Hands on, practical and detail-oriented.
 </li>
 <li>
 Client-focused mindset with strong problemsolving abilities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Flexibility, positivity and an ability to work effectively in a close-knit office.
 </li>
 <li>
 Fluent in Arabic and English.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Trowers &amp; Hamlins is an equal opportunities employer and values equity, diversity and inclusion. All applications will be considered on merit and the applicant's suitability to meet the requirements of the role and will be treated equally irrespective of Ethnicity, Gender, Race, Disability and Religion.
 
 
 
 
 
 If you require any further information on any of our vacancies or would like to discuss any adjustments or additional support that you might need either during the recruitment process or after the offer stage, please feel free to contact our recruitment team on recruit@trowers.com
 
 
 
 
 
 As part of our firm recruitment policy our candidates are subject to employment screening background checks. These checks include personal details, education and employment history, professional qualifications and credit and criminal checks as appropriate.
 
</div>

Junior Associate - International Corporate and Commercial

Trowers & Hamlins LLP

<div><div><div>Location/s</div>
<div>Saudi Arabia</div>
</div><div><div>Experience Level</div>
<div>Intermediate</div>
</div><div><div>Term</div>
<div>Permanent</div>
</div><div><div>Working Hours</div>
<div>Full Time</div>
</div><div><div>Practice Area / Department</div>
<div>International Corporate</div>
</div><div><div>Trowers &amp; Hamlins is a City-led, international and national law firm with over 170 partners and 1000 staff. With offices across the UK, Middle East and Asia. Our global footprint is further enhanced by our strategic partnership with Interlaw which works to facilitate our management of multi-jurisdictional matters. We have leading practices in Corporate, Litigation, Tax, Banking and Finance, Real Estate and Private Wealth.
We've always been proud of our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and value the variety of our partnership. We are different and we believe it is our people that make us unique. We expect and respect that you and your talents are too. Our strategic direction is shaped by a desire to grow our business in a way that is responsible and sustainable and has the principles of ESG at its core, guiding the way we operate firmwide. 
</div></div><div><div>Job Advert Description</div>
<div>The opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity to join Trowers &amp; Hamlins' international corporate and commercial practice in our Saudi Arabia office. Our team provides strategic legal advice on corporate and commercial matters, mergers and acquisitions, private equity, joint ventures, regulatory compliance, and technology law, supporting both local and international clients in navigating Saudi Arabia's evolving legal landscape.
We are seeking a Saudi qualified junior lawyer to support corporate, commercial and regulatory matters, with a strong focus on company formation, structuring, governance and corporate secretarial work within Saudi Arabia. In this role, the distribution of work will be &ndash; 40% Corporate &amp; Commercial, 50% Regulatory &amp; Corporate Secretarial and 10% Government Liaison.
What you'll be doing
Corporate &amp; Commercial
<ul><li>Advise on the Saudi Companies Law and related regulations.</li>
<li>Handle company (Saudi and foreign) formation, restructuring, and liquidation processes.</li>
<li>Setting up NGOs.</li>
<li>Advise on foreign investment and regulatory requirements.</li>
<li>Draft and review:</li>
<li>Shareholders' agreements and joint venture agreements (Saudi focus specific),</li>
<li>Agency and franchise agreements (including registrations).</li>
<li>Advise on corporate governance, including:</li>
<li>Board composition, quorum and meetings,</li>
<li>Directors' duties and governance frameworks.</li>
<li>Corporate structuring/restructuring &ndash; advise on optimal corporate structures under the Saudi Companies Law, taking into account regulatory, ownership and operational requirements.</li>
</ul>
Regulatory &amp; Corporate Secretarial
Manage filings and compliance with:
<ul><li>Ministry of Investment (MISA)</li>
<li>Saudi Business Center</li>
<li>Ministry of Commerce</li>
<li>The Saudi Arabian Competition Authority</li>
<li>Monsahart (The Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority)</li>
<li>Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property</li>
<li>Oversee corporate secretarial functions and ongoing compliance.</li>
<li>Intellectual Property &amp; Commercial Support:</li>
<li>Handle intellectual property registrations</li>
<li>Provide general commercial legal support</li>
</ul>
Government Liaison
<ul><li>Liaise with government authorities to process applications and approvals.</li>
<li>Attend ministries and regulatory bodies to complete official procedures.</li>
</ul>
What you'll need
The firm has a Career Development Framework which sets out the competencies we expect of those at this grade. In particular for this role we require:
<ul><li>Saudi national.</li>
<li>Saudi qualified lawyer licensed by the Saudi Bar Association.</li>
<li>1-2 years' post qualification experience in general corporate/commercial law gained at a reputable Saudi firm.</li>
<li>Strong experience with company setup, MISA licensing and regulatory filings.</li>
<li>Familiarity with Saudi government portals (including Saudi Business Center portal, Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD), Ministry of Investment, General Authority for Competition).</li>
<li>Hands on, practical and detail-oriented.</li>
<li>Client-focused mindset with strong problemsolving abilities.</li>
<li>Flexibility, positivity and an ability to work effectively in a close-knit office.</li>
<li>Fluent in Arabic and English.</li>
</ul></div>
</div><div><div>Trowers &amp; Hamlins is an equal opportunities employer and values equity, diversity and inclusion. All applications will be considered on merit and the applicant's suitability to meet the requirements of the role and will be treated equally irrespective of Ethnicity, Gender, Race, Disability and Religion.
If you require any further information on any of our vacancies or would like to discuss any adjustments or additional support that you might need either during the recruitment process or after the offer stage, please feel free to contact our recruitment team on recruit@trowers.com
As part of our firm recruitment policy our candidates are subject to employment screening background checks. These checks include personal details, education and employment history, professional qualifications and credit and criminal checks as appropriate.</div></div></div>

Junior Associate

Almarai - المراعي

<div>
 
 
 Senior Legal Counsel
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Company
 
 
 
 Almarai is the world&rsquo;s largest vertically integrated dairy company and the region&rsquo;s largest food and beverage manufacturing and distribution company. Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Almarai Company is ranked as the #1 FMCG Brand in the MENA region and is market leader in all its categories across the GCC. Almarai currently employs over 43,000 employees servicing some 220,000 retail outlets and has reported net income of SAR 2.4 billion on sales of SAR 22 billion in 2025.
 
 
 An aggressive expansion program together with acquisitions in new vertical markets have created an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic multinational team dedicated to furthering growth plans for the group.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Opportunity
 
 
 
 We are seeking a qualified
 
 Senior Legal Counsel
 
 to manage the company&rsquo;s legal affairs and ensure legal services meet international standards while protecting the interests of the business and its shareholders.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Candidates
 
 without
 
 the following will not be considered:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Master of Laws (LLM)
 </li>
 <li>
 5&ndash;7 years of experience as an in-house lawyer or with a reputed international law firm
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong exposure to international law and cross-border transactions
 </li>
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 Demonstrated experience in:
 </li>
 <li>
 Mergers &amp; Acquisitions (M&amp;A)
 </li>
 <li>
 Corporate and commercial law
 </li>
 <li>
 Contract and agreement drafting and review
 </li>
 <li>
 Corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory matters.
 </li>
 <li>
 Intellectual Property (IP)
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Skills:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Excellent business and commercial acumen
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong communication and negotiation skills
 </li>
 <li>
 High ethical standards, integrity, and attention to detail
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful and expanding global business, offering an excellent remuneration and benefits package.
 
 
 
 To apply, please submit your current CV along with a cover letter indicating your current and expected remuneration package.
 
</div>

Senior Legal Counsel

dubizzle Egypt

<div>
 Dubizzle Egypt is the leading marketplace for selling and buying online in the region. Our aim is to upgrade people's lives by facilitating deals and identifying attractive opportunities for both individuals and businesses. Our goal is to strengthen local economies, empower small businesses, and help everyone in making smarter choices for themselves, the market, and the planet.
 
 
 As part of Dubizzle Group, we are alongside some of the strongest classifieds brands in the market. With a collective strength of 8 brands, we have more than 160 million monthly users that trust in our dedication to providing them with the best platform for their needs.
 
 
 As a Legal Counsel, you will work closely with our Associate Director Legal to handle all complex legal matters and projects, as part of the Legal team in Egypt. You will ensure the legality of commercial transactions and advise our company on legal rights and duties. You will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, negotiating and following up on various contracts.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Consult and handle all corporate legal processes (e.g. corporate governance, intellectual property, mergers &amp; acquisitions, financial/securities offerings, compliance issues, employment, transactions, agreements, lawsuits, patents)
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop company policy(ies) and position on legal issues
 </li>
 <li>
 Research, anticipate and guard the company against legal risks
 </li>
 <li>
 Guide managers and ensure compliance with laws, rules and regulations
 </li>
 <li>
 Structure, draft and review reports and other legal documents, as required
 </li>
 <li>
 Represent the company in legal proceedings (administrative boards, court trials, etc.)
 </li>
 <li>
 Draft and administer all contracts and agreements
 </li>
 <li>
 Negotiate deals and contract terms where required and attend company meetings
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist in the follow-up and processing of a variety of contract document requirements
 </li>
 <li>
 Evaluate contract compliance and advise on contractual rights and obligations
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with the various internal departments on contract requirements
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct training on the contract process for the departments
 </li>
 <li>
 Liaise with government authorities in relation to the establishment and maintenance of contracts
 </li>
 <li>
 Organise and maintain contracts in a paper or electronic filing system
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide general administrative support for the Legal team
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor's degree in Law or equivalent certification and training at an international law firm or multi-national company
 </li>
 <li>
 Bar Association Membership
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Experience
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 At least 5 to 8 years of similar experience
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience working as a TMT lawyer (data privacy, telecoms, strategic sourcing and IT advisory matters )
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Knowledge
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Proficient with Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven background in corporate law (contract law, tax law, accounting, securities law, bankruptcy, intellectual property rights, licensing, zoning laws)
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Skills
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Strong oral and written communication skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Must be able to multi-task effectively, manage time-sensitive documents, and have exceptional organisational skills in a fast-paced environment
 </li>
 <li>
 Ideally, Bilingual Arabic-English proficiency
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Traits
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Must be able to function effectively in a busy, team-oriented environment
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent academics, drafting skills and the ability to grasp and navigate complex legal matters
 </li>
 <li>
 Well organised and capable of managing multiple matters efficiently and prioritising appropriately
 </li>
 <li>
 Flexibility and willingness to work in other practice areas, corporate law, etc
 </li>
 <li>
 Articulate, with strong commercial acumen
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Benefits
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 A fast paced, high performing team
 </li>
 <li>
 Comprehensive Health Insurance
 </li>
 <li>
 Life Insurance
 </li>
 <li>
 Rewards &amp; Recognitions
 </li>
 <li>
 Learning &amp; Development opportunities
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 #Egyptdubizzle
</div>

Legal Counsel

Reckitt

<div>
 We are Reckitt
 
 
 Home to the world's best loved and trusted hygiene, health, and nutrition brands. Our purpose defines why we exist: to protect, heal and nurture in the relentless pursuit of a cleaner, healthier world. We are a global team united by this purpose.
 
 
 Join us in our fight to make access to the highest quality hygiene, wellness, and nourishment a right and not a privilege.
 
 
 Legal
 
 
 Step into the world of our Legal and Compliance Function and prepare to be challenged and stretched with a combination of impact, innovation, and excellence. Our Legal team is at the forefront of shaping the corporate landscape and redefining the boundaries of what is possible.
 
 
 We go beyond the traditional realms of a legal and compliance function. Transforming ourselves into strategic partners who help drive business growth, mitigating risks, and championing ethical and sustainable practices. Every day, our team deliver on groundbreaking transactions and navigate complex regulatory landscapes that help our organisation make a positive societal impact.
 
 
 Join us, and you'll be collaborating towards shared goals, solving complex challenges, and leaving an enduring legacy.
 
 
 
 About The Role
 
 
 
 Step into the world of Reckitt as a Head of Legal, where every decision you make matters. With your legal expertise, you will protect and empower a global organisation that's dedicated to making a difference. It's not just about the law; it's about being part of a team that inspires you to be the best. From safeguarding our operations to ensuring legal integrity, your role is pivotal to our collective success. Are you ready to make an impact where it really counts?
 
 
 Your responsibilities
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 General
 </li>
 <li>
 Drive the legal support strategy and implementing the directions and processes required to provide a robust, timely, commercially-minded and risk-focused commercial support team.
 </li>
 <li>
 Devise legal strategy to efficiently support business initiatives whilst ensuring business protection against legal compliance risks.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assess and communicate technical legal risks and recommendations in a commercial context.
 </li>
 <li>
 Deliver optimal legal solutions and ensure that legal resources are efficiently and effectively deployed to achieve business results.
 </li>
 <li>
 Be part of Reckitt&rsquo;s Global Legal team of legal professionals and support staff based in a number of locations worldwide. The candidate must be reactive and collaborative with their functional colleagues to provide excellent legal advice and support.
 </li>
 <li>
 Compliance &amp; Risk Management: Develop and implement compliance strategies covering competition law, sanctions, bribery, data privacy, and product safety while supporting investigations and regulatory reporting.
 </li>
 <li>
 Litigation &amp; Dispute Resolution: Lead litigation management, ensuring robust defense strategies and risk-focused legal advice for business operations. Ensure that cases are adequately defended before quasi-judicial forums.
 </li>
 <li>
 Contract Management: Oversee contract negotiations, distribution agreements, and legal process improvements to enhance efficiency and transparency.
 </li>
 <li>
 Corporate Governance &amp; Company Secretariat: Manage corporate secretarial matters, board meetings, regulatory compliance, and multi-jurisdictional corporate projects. Lead ENA company secretarial liaison with global company secretary function, manage OGM, EOGM, Board of Directors&rsquo; meetings. Manage company registrations (e.g. Directors) and corporate certifications (e.g. incorporation certifications).
 </li>
 <li>
 Intellectual Property &amp; Brand Protection: Support global brand protection and IP functions, managing trademark renewals, anti-counterfeit enforcement, and legal strategies working collaboratively with the Global Legal IP functions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advertising &amp; Marketing Law: Act as the key legal advisor on marketing claims, advertising compliance, and sponsorship approvals, ensuring regulatory alignment.
 </li>
 <li>
 Regulatory &amp; Government Liaison: Serve as the lead legal contact for relevant authorities on compliance, corporate, and marketing matters.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strategic Legal Leadership: Provide legal guidance on high-impact corporate initiatives, collaborating with finance, tax, and supply chain teams.
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 Operational Legal Excellence: Standardize legal templates, tools, and processes to optimize legal operations across ENA.
 
 
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 The experience we're looking for
 
 
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 Flexible and ability to communicate proper, commercial legal solutions in a very wide range of solutions, and not just spotting problems, barriers or obstacles.
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 Provide commercially relevant and pragmatic solutions that help achieve business goals.
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 Work effectively &ldquo;hands on&rdquo; in a lean, cost-focused, efficiently managed and fast-moving organisation.
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 Be a team player and demonstrate excellent cross-functional and inter-personal skills including proficiency in English, which is Reckitt&rsquo;s working language.
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 Be able to work with senior management directly in a clear, concise, and pragmatic way.
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 Be independent and able to work with autonomy.
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 Show ability to understand and act on legal implications, which may not be apparent to those without the expertise, and communicate those implications effectively to internal stakeholders.
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 Have a sound analytical ability to assess potential risks, flag them and build adequate safeguard to avoid negative implications is a necessity.
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 Maintain sensitivity in dealing with colleagues and stakeholders including regulators.
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 Qualified lawyer with 10+ years post qualification experience in Egypt and North African markets.
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 Possess leadership experience and relevant post graduate qualifications.
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 Native proficiency in Arabic is a must.
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 In-house work experience in consumer goods/retails/etc is an advantage.
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 Demonstrate strong legal competencies in:Core areas of contract law, corporate and foreign direct investment, commercial law, intellectual property and compliance matters such as bribery laws, sanctions, competition law and data privacy;
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 Good awareness of labour and employment matters, product liability and factory-related laws; and marketing, advertising &amp; litigation experience
 
 
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 The skills for success
 
 
 Integrity, Corporate Governance, Compliance Management, Solutions Focused, Excellent Communication Skills, Risk management, Intellectual property, Patents, Commercial contracts, Marketing, Teamwork, Fact-based Decision Making, Ability to manage and prioritize workload, Continuous Improvement Mindset, Legal Services, Process Optimisation, Qualified Lawyer.
 
 
 What we offer
 
 
 With inclusion at the heart of everything we do, working alongside our four global Employee Resource Groups, we support our people at every step of their career journey, helping them to succeed in their own individual way.
 
 
 We invest in the wellbeing of our people through parental benefits, an Employee Assistance Program to promote mental health, and life insurance for all employees globally. We have a range of other benefits in line with the local market. Through our global share plans we offer the opportunity to save and share in Reckitt's potential future successes. For eligible roles, we also offer short-term incentives to recognise, appreciate and reward your work for delivering outstanding results. You will be rewarded in line with Reckitt's pay for performance philosophy.
 
 
 Equality
 
 
 We recognise that in real life, great people don't always 'tick all the boxes'. That's why we hire for potential as well as experience. Even if you don't meet every point on the job description, if this role and our company feels like a good fit for you, we still want to hear from you.
 
 
 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability or medical condition; colour, ethnicity, race, citizenship, and national origin; religion, faith; pregnancy, family status and caring responsibilities; sexual orientation; sex, gender identity, gender expression, and transgender identity; protected veteran status; size or any other basis protected by appropriate law.
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Head of Legal, Egypt & North Africa

Classera

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 About Classera
 
 
 
 Classera is a leading global education technology company transforming the learning experience through innovative digital solutions. With operations across multiple markets, Classera serves millions of users worldwide and partners with governments, educational institutions, and enterprises to deliver impactful learning ecosystems.
 
 
 
 Position Overview
 
 
 
 Classera is seeking an experienced and bilingual
 
 Legal Manager
 
 to join its Legal team in New Cairo. This role is ideal for a highly capable legal professional with strong experience in commercial contracts, corporate legal matters, labor law, and regulatory compliance within a technology-driven environment.
 
 
 The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the business on legal and compliance matters, managing legal risk, and ensuring the company&rsquo;s operations remain aligned with applicable laws and regulations across Egypt and the wider MENA region.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Draft, review, and negotiate bilingual commercial agreements in Arabic and English, including SaaS agreements, licensing agreements, partnership agreements, service agreements, SLAs, and NDAs.
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 Provide legal advice on corporate and commercial matters, including governance, company structuring, and regulatory compliance.
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 Support labor and employment law matters in Egypt and coordinate on regional employment matters where needed.
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 Advise internal stakeholders on legal risks and support practical, business-oriented decision-making.
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 Support legal compliance across the company&rsquo;s operations, particularly within the SaaS, technology, and EdTech environment.
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 Assist with matters related to data protection, intellectual property, and licensing.
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 Manage and coordinate with external legal counsel locally and internationally when required.
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 Monitor legal and regulatory developments relevant to the business and recommend necessary actions.
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 Support cross-border transactions, due diligence activities, and business expansion initiatives.
 
 
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLB or equivalent); LLM or relevant legal certification is a plus.
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 7&ndash;10 years of relevant legal experience, including at least 3 years in a senior or managerial legal role.
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 Strong experience in the technology sector is required, preferably within SaaS, IT, EdTech, or digital services.
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 Strong knowledge of corporate, commercial, and labor law in Egypt.
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 Exposure to regional legal matters across the MENA region and experience handling cross-border legal work.
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 Fluent in Arabic and English, both written and spoken, with excellent legal drafting and negotiation skills in both languages.
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 Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
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 Business-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently and proactively.
 
 
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 Preferred
 
 
 
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 Experience in a fast-paced technology or high-growth business environment.
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 Exposure to international legal structures, regional operations, and external counsel management.
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 Egypt-qualified lawyer is a plus.
 
 
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 What We Offer
 
 
 
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 A dynamic and innovative work environment.
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 The opportunity to work on impactful legal matters in a fast-growing global tech company.
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 Competitive compensation and benefits package.
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 Career growth opportunities within a purpose-driven organization.
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Legal Manager

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