intellectual property legal assistant

Confidential

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 Legal Affairs for IP, Content &amp; Digital Rights
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Location:
 
 This position is based in Qatar
 
 
 
 
 
 A senior leadership role responsible for the global protection, enforcement, and commercial optimization of the organization&rsquo;s digital and creative assets and focuses on navigating the intersection of traditional copyright law and emerging technologies, including Generative AI and decentralized distribution.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Core Functions:
 
 
 
 
 
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 IP Portfolio Strategy:
 
 Developing a unified global strategy for the acquisition, maintenance, and renewal of trademarks, copyrights, and patents.
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 Digital Rights Governance:
 
 Overseeing Digital Rights Management protocols to ensure content is accessed only by authorized users across diverse platforms.
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 Legal Innovation:
 
 Adapting corporate policies to address the legalities of AI-generated content, machine learning training sets, and synthetic media.
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 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
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 Advisory &amp; Counsel:
 
 Serving as the primary legal advisor to the C-Suite on IP risks associated with new product launches and content acquisitions.
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 Complex Negotiations:
 
 Drafting and negotiating high-value licensing, merchandising, and distribution agreements with global tech platforms and media partners.
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 Litigation &amp; Enforcement:
 
 Managing external counsel in IP infringement cases and supervising investigations into large-scale digital piracy.
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 Policy Advocacy:
 
 Representing the organization in industry coalitions to influence digital copyright legislation and international IP standards.
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 Compliance:
 
 Ensuring all digital content meets regional regulatory requirements.
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 Required Qualifications:
 
 
 
 
 
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 Experience:
 
 10&ndash;15 years of experience in media, tech, or entertainment law, with at least 5 years in a senior management capacity.
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 Education:
 
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law and passed a US bar exam(optional)
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 Technical Proficiency:
 
 Advanced understanding of blockchain-based rights tracking, AI licensing frameworks and AI Content Governance, and digital watermarking technologies.
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 Global Expertise:
 
 Proven track record of managing IP portfolios across multiple jurisdictions.
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Senior Counsel  Legal Affairs for IP, Content & Digital Rights

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
 
 
 
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 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)
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 Develop company policy(ies) and position on legal issues
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 Research, anticipate and guard the company against legal risks
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 Guide managers and ensure compliance with laws, rules and regulations
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 Structure, draft and review reports and other legal documents, as required
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 Represent the company in legal proceedings (administrative boards, court trials, etc.)
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 Draft and administer all contracts and agreements
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 Negotiate deals and contract terms where required and attend company meetings
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 Assist in the follow-up and processing of a variety of contract document requirements
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 Evaluate contract compliance and advise on contractual rights and obligations
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 Collaborate with the various internal departments on contract requirements
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 Conduct training on the contract process for the departments
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 Liaise with government authorities in relation to the establishment and maintenance of contracts
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 Organise and maintain contracts in a paper or electronic filing system
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 Provide general administrative support for the Legal team
 
 
 
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 Requirements
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Bachelor's degree in Law or equivalent certification and training at an international law firm or multi-national company
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 Bar Association Membership
 
 
 
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 Experience
 
 
 
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 At least 5 to 8 years of similar experience
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 Experience working as a TMT lawyer (data privacy, telecoms, strategic sourcing and IT advisory matters )
 
 
 
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 Knowledge
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Proficient with Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
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 Proven background in corporate law (contract law, tax law, accounting, securities law, bankruptcy, intellectual property rights, licensing, zoning laws)
 
 
 
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 Skills
 
 
 
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 Strong oral and written communication skills
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 Must be able to multi-task effectively, manage time-sensitive documents, and have exceptional organisational skills in a fast-paced environment
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 Ideally, Bilingual Arabic-English proficiency
 
 
 
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 Traits
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Must be able to function effectively in a busy, team-oriented environment
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 Excellent academics, drafting skills and the ability to grasp and navigate complex legal matters
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 Well organised and capable of managing multiple matters efficiently and prioritising appropriately
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 Flexibility and willingness to work in other practice areas, corporate law, etc
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 Articulate, with strong commercial acumen
 
 
 
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 Benefits
 
 
 
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 A fast paced, high performing team
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 Comprehensive Health Insurance
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 Life Insurance
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 Rewards &amp; Recognitions
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 Learning &amp; Development opportunities
 
 
 
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 #Egyptdubizzle
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Legal Counsel

Rosing Pott & Strohbehn

Rosing Pott &amp; Strohbehn LLP is an elite boutique law firm concentrating in complex litigation, professional liability and white-collar criminal defense, business and intellectual property litigation, ethics and business advisement, and appellate and administrative actions. With headquarters in San Diego, RPS is a growing firm that services clients throughout California and Arizona. RPS has an immediate need for an experienced litigation attorney licensed to practice in California and/or Arizona. We are pleased to offer flexibility with on-site, hybrid, and remote working arrangement options.Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead all aspects of litigation, including case strategy, pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation.</li><li>Conduct legal research and draft persuasive motions, briefs, and memoranda.</li><li>Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, and arbitrations.</li><li>Manage client relationships and provide strategic legal counsel.</li><li>Work closely with partners and colleagues on case strategy and trial preparation.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Juris Doctorate degree and current good standing with CA and/or AZ State bar.</li><li>0&ndash;6 years of relevant substantive complex litigation experience (e.g., professional liability, commercial, intellectual property, etc.).</li><li>Strong legal research, advocacy, and motion practice experience (including drafting demurrers, MSJs, oppositions, and other substantive briefs).</li><li>Ability to independently handle multiple cases while working collaboratively within a partner-driven team.</li><li>Strong communication skills and the ability to work closely with legal assistants, paralegals, partners, and clients.</li><li>High level of professionalism, judgment, discretion, and the ability to handle sensitive or high-exposure cases.</li><li>Comfort working in a cloud-based, modern legal tech environment (NetDocs, Clio, etc.).</li></ul>What We Offer<ul><li>Competitive compensation and full benefits package, commensurate with experience and performance.</li><li>A pay range of $135,000-$200,000 per year (depends on experience).</li><li>A premier boutique environment handling high-stakes, high-exposure litigation.</li><li>Personalized professional development resources and networking/marketing support.</li><li>A collaborative, round-table culture where attorneys work closely with partners and peers to strategize, problem-solve, and craft tailored, sophisticated solutions for our clients.</li><li>A firm culture built on trust, respect, independence (no micromanagement), integrity, and results, where your expertise is valued and your voice is heard.</li><li>A forward-thinking operational environment, with technology-driven workflows and continuous innovation to support our attorneys&rsquo; success.</li><li>A stable, growing firm experiencing exceptional matter volume and expanding client relationships, offering long-term career potential.</li></ul>Rosing Pott &amp; Strohbehn LLP is an equal-opportunity employer and encourage applications from diverse candidates.Benefits<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Vision insurance</li><li>Disability Insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Parental Leave</li><li>Paid time off / Sick time</li></ul>Pay: $135,000.00 - $200,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: Hybrid remote in San Diego, CA 92101

Complex Litigation Attorney

Trowers & Hamlins

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 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
 
 
 
 
 
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 Advise on the Saudi Companies Law and related regulations.
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 Handle company (Saudi and foreign) formation, restructuring, and liquidation processes.
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 Setting up NGOs.
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 Advise on foreign investment and regulatory requirements.
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 Draft and review:
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 Shareholders' agreements and joint venture agreements (Saudi focus specific),
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 Agency and franchise agreements (including registrations).
 </li>
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 Advise on corporate governance, including:
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 Board composition, quorum and meetings,
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 Directors' duties and governance frameworks.
 </li>
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 Corporate structuring/restructuring &ndash; advise on optimal corporate structures under the Saudi Companies Law, taking into account regulatory, ownership and operational requirements.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Regulatory &amp; Corporate Secretarial
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Manage filings and compliance with:
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Ministry of Investment (MISA)
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 Saudi Business Center
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 Ministry of Commerce
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 The Saudi Arabian Competition Authority
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 Monsahart (The Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority)
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 Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property
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 Oversee corporate secretarial functions and ongoing compliance.
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 Intellectual Property &amp; Commercial Support:
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 Handle intellectual property registrations
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 Provide general commercial legal support
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Government Liaison
 
 
 
 
 
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 Liaise with government authorities to process applications and approvals.
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 Attend ministries and regulatory bodies to complete official procedures.
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 </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.
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 Saudi qualified lawyer licensed by the Saudi Bar Association.
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 1-2 years' post qualification experience in general corporate/commercial law gained at a reputable Saudi firm.
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 Strong experience with company setup, MISA licensing and regulatory filings.
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 Familiarity with Saudi government portals (including Saudi Business Center portal, Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD), Ministry of Investment, General Authority for Competition).
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 Hands on, practical and detail-oriented.
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 Client-focused mindset with strong problemsolving abilities.
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 Flexibility, positivity and an ability to work effectively in a close-knit office.
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 Fluent in Arabic and English.
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 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

Bupa UK

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 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 Legal Counsel, Commercial
 
 
 
 
 Full time (40hrs per week)
 
 
 
 
 Hybrid Working Options
 
 
 
 
 Cairo, Egypt
 
 
 
 Here you&rsquo;ll be welcomed. We champion diversity and we understand the importance of our people representing the communities and customers we serve. You&rsquo;ll find an inclusive environment where you can be yourself and where everyone is driven by the same purpose &ndash; helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world.
 
 
 
 Role Overview
 
 
 
 The Legal Counsel, Commercial is a member of the Commercial Legal team, which sits in the Commercial, Corporate &amp; Property Legal directorate and is part of the wider BGUK Market Unit (&ldquo;BGUK&rdquo;) Legal team.
 
 
 The Commercial Legal team is the centre of excellence for commercial contracts lawyers within BGUK. As part of the Commercial Legal team you will be accountable for providing legal advice to underpin delivery of Bupa&rsquo;s business strategy and purpose, in particular ensuring that risks are being appropriately managed via diligent contracting. This will predominantly relate to procurement contracting within BGUK and Group businesses, corporate sales contracting within the Health Clinics business unit (&ldquo;BU&rdquo;) and digital initiatives.
 
 
 
 You&rsquo;ll Help Us Make Health Happen By
 
 
 
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 Being a part of the Commercial Legal team which has operational responsibility for a significant BU, namely Health Clinics, and a significant function, namely Procurement, within BGUK;
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 Providing advice and support to the business in drafting and negotiating agreements with suppliers and Clinics corporate customers and business partners, in order to achieve agreed business outcomes and ensure compliance with all applicable law and regulation, including Bupa&rsquo;s own policies, guidance and procedures;
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 Working closely with the procurement team to deliver effective support and advice as a key team member in RFI, RFP and competitive tender processes;
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 Working closely with Health Clinics Sales and Digital teams to deliver effective support of Health Clinics corporate customer contracting and legal support for new Digital propositions (end to end where appropriate)
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 Implementing legal strategy, policies and processes in order to mitigate legal risk for Bupa;
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 Making a strong contribution to the development of an effective, efficient, motivated and agile Commercial Legal team;
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 Ensuring that Bupa&rsquo;s name, reputation and intellectual property rights are protected;
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 assisting with the development of procedures, templates and guidance to enable the stakeholders to be more self-sufficient on contracts, in particular low risk contracts;
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 Keeping up-to-date with external best practice and developments in the law in order to maintain and share up-to-date knowledge and ensure continuous improvement; and
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 Ensuring that appropriate procedures are in place so that the business has adequate advance notice of changes in applicable laws and regulation and to assist the business in understanding the commercial implications of such changes.
 
 
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 Key Skills Needed For This Role
 
 
 
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 Significant experience of drafting and negotiating English language (English law contracts is an advantage) supplier and customer-facing agreements, including service, goods, consultancy, agency, high value material outsourcing deals and general commercial agreements, and advising on how to manage any associated risks and strengthen relationships with counterparties.
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 Knowledge of data protection, competition law and intellectual property.
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 Commercial awareness. Strong drafting and negotiation skills. Good change management skills. Tenacious with a high attention to detail. Conscientious and hard working. Thrives in a dynamic environment. Demonstrated ability to act with good judgment and discretion, including handling sensitive matters appropriately.
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 Experience of making risk-based decisions in a complex operating environment with multiple competing demands. Understanding the balance between commercial mechanisms and contractual mechanisms to manage risks and being able to articulate those risks in an appropriate manner (using risk management frameworks).
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 Previous experience in an in-house legal department is an advantage.
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 Ideally, experience of drafting and negotiation work for technology agreements, including hosted, cloud and managed services.
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 Experience of a regulated financial services environment, and/or performance and supplier relationship management is an advantage.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Why Bupa
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re a health insurer and provider, and because we have no shareholders, we focus on what really matters: our customers and our people. Our shared purpose helps guide everything we do, and we aim to make health happen by being brave, caring and responsible.
 
 
 We encourage everyone to &ldquo;Be you at Bupa&rdquo;. We celebrate diversity and value the unique perspectives that people from all backgrounds bring. We particularly welcome applications from individuals with diverse experiences and those who are underrepresented in our organisation.
 
 
 We&rsquo;re a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer, which means we aim to offer an interview or assessment to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. We&rsquo;re committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process.
 
 
 
 Time Type
 
 
 
 Full time
 
 
 
 Job Area
 
 
 
 Legal, Risk &amp; Audit
 
 
 Locations:
 
 
 Egypt - Cairo
</div>

Legal Counsel, Commercial

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>
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 General
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 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.
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 <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>
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 Contract Management: Oversee contract negotiations, distribution agreements, and legal process improvements to enhance efficiency and transparency.
 </li>
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 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>
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 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.
 </li>
 <li>
 Operational Legal Excellence: Standardize legal templates, tools, and processes to optimize legal operations across ENA.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 The experience we're looking for
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Flexible and ability to communicate proper, commercial legal solutions in a very wide range of solutions, and not just spotting problems, barriers or obstacles.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide commercially relevant and pragmatic solutions that help achieve business goals.
 </li>
 <li>
 Work effectively &ldquo;hands on&rdquo; in a lean, cost-focused, efficiently managed and fast-moving organisation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Be a team player and demonstrate excellent cross-functional and inter-personal skills including proficiency in English, which is Reckitt&rsquo;s working language.
 </li>
 <li>
 Be able to work with senior management directly in a clear, concise, and pragmatic way.
 </li>
 <li>
 Be independent and able to work with autonomy.
 </li>
 <li>
 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.
 </li>
 <li>
 Have a sound analytical ability to assess potential risks, flag them and build adequate safeguard to avoid negative implications is a necessity.
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain sensitivity in dealing with colleagues and stakeholders including regulators.
 </li>
 <li>
 Qualified lawyer with 10+ years post qualification experience in Egypt and North African markets.
 </li>
 <li>
 Possess leadership experience and relevant post graduate qualifications.
 </li>
 <li>
 Native proficiency in Arabic is a must.
 </li>
 <li>
 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

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