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Biri Group

Legal &amp; Compliance ManagerRole OverviewThe Legal &amp; Compliance Manager is responsible for protecting the company&rsquo;s legal interests and ensuring full compliance with UAE laws and regulations across all branches in Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah. The role oversees contracts, legal documentation, government registrations, intellectual property, litigation, and compliance matters for the entire group. This is a 5-day work week role.Key Responsibilities1. Contracts &amp; Legal DocumentationReview, draft, and approve:<ul><li>Employment contracts and job offer</li><li>Credit application forms</li><li>NDAs, MOUs, supplier, and client contracts</li><li>Service agreements and partnership contracts</li></ul>Ensure all contracts protect company interests and minimize legal riskStandardize and maintain contract templates across the group2. Legal Compliance &amp; PoliciesEstablish and maintain:<ul><li>Terms &amp; Conditions</li><li>Privacy Policy</li><li>Refund and Cancellation Policies</li><li>Website legal disclaimers</li></ul>Ensure compliance with:<ul><li>UAE Labour Law</li><li>Commercial Law</li><li>Consumer Protection Law</li><li>Data Protection requirements</li></ul>Monitor legal compliance across all departments3. Government &amp; Legal RegistrationsHandle or supervise:<ul><li>Commercial licenses</li><li>Legal filings and registrations</li><li>Submissions through UAE government portals</li></ul>Coordinate with:<ul><li>Economic Departments</li><li>Free Zones</li><li>Ministries and regulatory authorities</li></ul>4. Intellectual Property (IP) ManagementRegister and manage:<ul><li>Trademarks and brand names</li><li>Product registrations</li><li>Patents and industrial designs</li></ul>Monitor and address IP misuse or infringementCoordinate with local and international IP agents and offices5. Litigation &amp; Legal CasesManage court cases, including:<ul><li>Labour disputes</li><li>Rental disputes</li><li>Commercial cases</li></ul>Prepare legal documents, evidence, and submissionsLiaise with external lawyers and legal consultantsTrack cases and ensure timely follow-ups6. Legal Risk Management<ul><li>Identify potential legal risks and exposures</li><li>Advise management on legal implications of business decisions</li><li>Develop preventive legal strategies to protect the group</li></ul>7. Internal Legal AdvisoryAct as legal advisor to:<ul><li>HR</li><li>Sales</li><li>Procurement</li><li>Management</li></ul>Review business decisions from a legal perspectiveSupport negotiations with legal guidance8. Records, Tracking &amp; ReportingMaintain organized legal records and contract filesImplement tracking systems for:<ul><li>Contract expiry and renewals</li><li>Court deadlines and legal actions</li></ul>Provide regular legal status reports to managementValue-Added Responsibilities<ul><li>Implement a legal approval workflow (no document signed without legal review)</li><li>Develop company-wide compliance checklists</li><li>Conduct basic legal awareness training for staff (contracts, NDAs, confidentiality)</li><li>Monitor changes in UAE laws and advise management accordingly</li><li>Support dispute prevention and settlement negotiations</li><li>Assist with legal requirements for regional or international expansion</li><li>Ensure online platforms (websites, Shopify, Amazon, etc.) are legally compliant</li></ul>Required Experience &amp; SkillsMust-HaveStrong knowledge and experience in UAE laws and regulationsHands-on experience with:<ul><li>UAE government portals</li><li>Dubai Courts systems</li><li>Legal and regulatory platforms</li></ul>Excellent Arabic skills (reading, writing, and legal drafting)Preferred / Nice to HaveEnglish proficiencyExperience in:<ul><li>Intellectual property registration</li><li>Commercial litigation</li><li>Multi-company or group legal structures</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: AED8,000.00 - AED12,000.00 per monthApplication Question(s):<ul><li>Do you have hands-on experience working with UAE Labour Law, Commercial Law, Consumer Protection Law, and Data Protection Law?</li><li>Are you experienced in submitting legal filings and registrations via UAE government portals?</li><li>Are you fluent in Arabic and English (reading, writing, legal drafting)?</li><li>Are you able to work across all branches in Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah?</li><li>What is your visa status? Can you join immediately?</li><li>What is your salary expectation?</li></ul>

Legal & Compliance Manager

DICETEK LLC

<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Role Purpose</h3>
Provide short-term compliance support to the Licensed Compliance Officer, focusing on regulatory gap analysis, documentation and evidence testing.<ul><li>
Regulatory gap analysis</li><li>
Policy &amp; SOP support</li><li>
Evidence testing and documentation</li><li>
Readiness for DFSA thematic and emerging regulatory reviews</li></ul>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Candidate Profile</h3><ul><li>
5&ndash;8 years&rsquo; experience in compliance and risk.</li><li>
Familiarity with DFSA rulebooks (GEN, COB, PIB &ndash; awareness level)</li><li>
Strong documentation, tracking, and evidence-management skills</li><li>
Highly organized, detail-oriented, process-driven</li><li>
STRONGLY RECOMMENDED- DFSA experience</li></ul>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Core Responsibilities</h3>
The Compliance Support Officer will assist the LCO in performing general and targeted regulatory gap analyses, with specific attention to new or evolving DFSA requirements.
1. Mapping applicable DFSA rulebook requirements to:<ul><li>Approved Policies</li><li>Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)</li><li>Actual Operational Practices across Front office (sales / execution), Operations (settlement, custody interfaces, record keeping), Compliance &amp; governance processes, Technology and data handling practices</li></ul>
2. Identifying gaps between:<ul><li>DFSA regulatory requirements</li><li>Documented internal controls</li><li>Day-to-day operational execution</li></ul>
(Including situations where policies exist but are not consistently evidenced in practice.)
3. Primary focus areas:
3.1 Brokerage &amp; Execution Activities<ul><li>Order handling and execution workflows</li></ul>
Clear delineation between:<ul><li>
Execution-only services</li><li>
Any advisory or non-advisory elements</li><li>
Best execution obligations:</li><li>
Execution policies</li><li>
Monitoring methodology</li><li>
Review frequency</li><li>
Evidence of oversight</li><li>
Conflicts of interest in execution and order routing</li><li>
Fee and commission disclosures</li></ul>
Gap focus:<ul><li>
Policy vs actual execution practice</li><li>
Monitoring performed vs monitoring evidenced</li><li>
Governance oversight of execution quality</li></ul>
3.2 Client Suitability, Appropriateness &amp; Classification (Non-AML)
Assess compliance with DFSA rules relating to:<ul><li>
Client classification (Retail / Professional / Market Counterparty)</li><li>
Appropriateness assessments for products and services</li><li>
Suitability disclosures (where applicable)</li><li>
Product eligibility and client consent</li><li>
Ongoing review triggers and documentation</li></ul>
Gap focus:<ul><li>
Completeness of documentation</li><li>
Alignment with SOPs</li><li>
Evidence of review and escalation</li></ul>
3.3 Operational Processes &amp; Controls
Evaluate operational compliance across:<ul><li>
Trade booking and confirmation processes</li><li>
Settlement and custody interfaces</li><li>
Use of third-party brokers, custodians, and service providers</li><li>
Incident handling and escalation</li><li>
Record-keeping standards</li></ul>
Gap focus:<ul><li>
Operational practices deviating from SOPs</li><li>
Manual controls not sufficiently documented</li><li>
Reliance on informal processes without evidence</li></ul>
3.4 Data Protection, Record Retention &amp; Communications
Review of DFSA-relevant obligations around:<ul><li>
Approved communication channels</li><li>
Client communication controls</li><li>
Record retention and retrieval</li><li>
Access controls and data handling procedures</li><li>
Oversight of outsourced or third-party data processors (TPA-related)</li></ul>
Gap focus:<ul><li>
Communication happening outside approved channels</li><li>
Incomplete or inconsistent record retention</li><li>
Lack of documented oversight for data handled by third parties</li></ul>
3.5 New &amp; Enhanced DFSA Regulations
Support the LCO in reviewing Ark Capital&rsquo;s readiness for:<ul><li>
Newly introduced DFSA rules</li><li>
Enhanced guidance or supervisory expectations</li><li>
Thematic review focus areas</li><li>
Third-Party Arrangements (TPA) and outsourcing obligations</li></ul>
Gap focus:<ul><li>
Policies not updated to reflect new rules</li><li>
SOPs not yet aligned</li><li>
Oversight evidence missing or incomplete</li></ul></div>

Compliance Support Officer

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics

A leading global transport and logistics firm in Dubai is seeking a Legal Counsel to manage legal queries related to freight forwarding. The ideal candidate will provide legal advice, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with laws and company policies. Candidates must be qualified solicitors with at least 5 years of experience and proficiency in English and Arabic. This is a full-time position offering significant growth opportunities.

In-House Legal Counsel - Logistics & Compliance (MEA)

FXPRO

<div>Join FxPro: a leading international fintech company. Be a part of our expanding international team, with offices in Limassol, London, Nassau, and Dubai. FxPro boasts a diverse workforce of over 500 employees representing 40 nationalities, making it an exciting and dynamic workplace. At FxPro, we see each team member as an integral part of our success story. 
Responsibilities 
<ul>
<li>
Develop, implement, and maintain compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures.</li>
<li>Oversee AML/CFT regulations and ensure proper KYC onboarding and ongoing monitoring.</li>
<li>Conduct compliance risk assessments and audits, escalating issues when needed.</li>
<li>Liaise with regulators and external auditors; prepare compliance reports for senior management.</li>
<li>Train and support staff on compliance obligations.</li>
<li>Monitor regulatory changes and ensure timely adaptation of company policies.</li>
<li>Provide legal advice and guidance on contracts, business initiatives, and company policies.</li>
<li>Draft, review, and negotiate agreements with clients, vendors, and partners.</li>
<li>Ensure company activities comply with local and international laws (financial, data protection, corporate, employment, etc.).</li>
<li>Support dispute resolution and litigation matters when required.</li>
<li>Identify legal risks and propose mitigating strategies.</li> 
</ul>
Requirements 
<ul>
<li>
Master's degree in Law or Finance</li>
<li>Previous compliance experience in a senior position in financial services, audit or risk.</li>
<li>Strong understanding of banking, electronic money and payments</li>
<li>Excellent stakeholder management skills</li>
<li>Strong analytical and problem solving skills</li>
<li>High ethical standards and the ability to work independently with sound judgment</li>
<li>Fluent English</li></ul></div>

Legal and Compliance Manager

Seram Investments LLC

Job Title:Public Relations Officer (PRO)Location:DubaiJob Type:Full-timeJob Description:We are looking for a Public Relations Officer (PRO) to handle all government-related documentation and approvals. The role includes coordinating with government offices, processing visas and licenses, and ensuring legal compliance.Requirements:<ul><li>Proven experience as a PRO</li><li>Strong knowledge of local government procedures</li><li>Valid driving license (mandatory)</li><li>Good communication and organizational skills</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: AED4,500.00 - AED5,000.00 per month

Public Relation Officer (PRO)

Tanmyah

We are seeking an experienced HR Officer with a focus on managing end-of-service benefits, especially for volume staff. If you excel in precise calculations, legal compliance, and ensuring a smooth offboarding process, we want to hear from you!Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Expertise in end-of-service benefits management for volume staff. Accurate calculations and adherence to legal compliance. Streamlining and optimizing HR practices for a seamless offboarding experience.</li></ul>Qualifications: Proven experience in HR roles with a specialization in end-of-service benefits. Strong understanding of legal compliance and industry best practices. Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills.Job Types: Full-time, TemporaryPay: AED4,000.00 - AED5,000.00 per monthApplication Question(s):<ul><li>exp in end of service benefits calculation</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>ESOB: 3 years (Required)</li></ul>

HR Officer

Cube Realty

Our company is looking for a Legal Officer specialized in Real Estate Development, bring a strong foundation in law, hands-on experience in handling real estate cases, and the ability to work seamlessly in both Arabic and English.My role includes:<ul><li>Managing and supporting real estate development cases</li><li>Drafting, reviewing, and translating contracts and legal documents in Arabic and English</li><li>Ensuring compliance with real estate, land, and regulatory laws</li><li>Coordinating with developers, consultants, and external legal parties</li><li>Protecting client and stakeholder interests through strategic legal support</li></ul>With a strong understanding of the legal frameworks governing real estate development, I am committed to supporting projects with clarity, precision, and integrity&mdash;turning legal structure into a catalyst for growth.Fluent in Arabic | Proficient in English | Law Graduate | Real Estate FocusedCompany is giving:<ul><li>Visa and medical insurance</li><li>A competitive salary</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: AED8,000.00 per month

Legal Officer

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