legal counsel global high net worth

Manulife

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 Manulife is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make decisions easier and lives better. Help shape the future you want to see &mdash; and discover that better can take you anywhere you want to go.
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   Providing legal advice on a wide range of matters, depending on business need and your experience and particular interest, including the following focus areas: product development, distribution/market conduct, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, operations, vendor contracting, privacy, and marketing, among other areas.
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   Conduct legal research and analysis on various issues related to the GHNW business.
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   Help to monitor, interpret, and report on relevant legal and regulatory developments that may impact the GHNW business.
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   Draft, review, and sometimes negotiate vendor contracts, policy contracts, and other legal documents.
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   Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including business leaders, compliance, risk management, among other functions, to ensure alignment and effective support for the business.
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   Support the Chief Counsel and the broader legal, compliance, and risk teams in managing risk and helping to promote high-quality sustainable growth.
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   Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
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   Licensed to practice law in good standing in your jurisdiction.
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   Experience in a law firm or in-house legal department. Experience with insurance, financial services, or corporate law.
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   Outstanding analytical, research, written and verbal communication, and problem-solving skills.
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   Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
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   High level of professionalism, integrity, and commitment to client service.
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   Ability to exercise discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.
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   Energetic and personable, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
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  When You Join Our Team
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   We&rsquo;ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
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   We&rsquo;ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
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   As part of our global team, we&rsquo;ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.
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  About Manulife And John Hancock
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 Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.
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  Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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 At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.
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 It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact recruitment@manulife.com.
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Legal Counsel Global High-Net-Worth

<div><p>Manulife is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make decisions easier and lives better. Help shape the future you want to see &mdash; and discover that better can take you anywhere you want to go.
</p><p></p><p><b>Responsibilities:
</b></p><ul><li><p>Providing legal advice on a wide range of matters, depending on business need and your experience and particular interest, including the following focus areas: product development, distribution/market conduct, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, operations, vendor contracting, privacy, and marketing, among other areas.
</p></li><li><p>Conduct legal research and analysis on various issues related to the GHNW business.
</p></li><li><p>Help to monitor, interpret, and report on relevant legal and regulatory developments that may impact the GHNW business.
</p></li><li><p>Draft, review, and sometimes negotiate vendor contracts, policy contracts, and other legal documents.
</p></li><li><p>Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including business leaders, compliance, risk management, among other functions, to ensure alignment and effective support for the business.
</p></li><li><p>Support the Chief Counsel and the broader legal, compliance, and risk teams in managing risk and helping to promote high-quality sustainable growth.
</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Required Qualifications:
</b></p><ul><li><p>Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
</p></li><li><p>Licensed to practice law in good standing in your jurisdiction.
</p></li><li><p>Experience in a law firm or in-house legal department. Experience with insurance, financial services, or corporate law.
</p></li><li><p>Outstanding analytical, research, written and verbal communication, and problem-solving skills.
</p></li><li><p>Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
</p></li><li><p>High level of professionalism, integrity, and commitment to client service.
</p></li><li><p>Ability to exercise discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.
</p></li><li><p>Energetic and personable, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b><i>When you join our team:
</i></b></p><ul><li><p>We&rsquo;ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
</p></li><li><p>We&rsquo;ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
</p></li><li><p>As part of our global team, we&rsquo;ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.
</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>About Manulife and John Hancock
</b></p><p></p><p>Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html .
</p><p></p><p><b>Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer
</b></p><p></p><p>At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.
</p><p></p><p>It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact recruitment@manulife.com .
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Overview <p>AHS, a respected real estate organization, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Personal Financial Manager to oversee and manage the personal financial affairs of our Founder CEO. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing comprehensive financial planning, overseeing personal investments, handling personal cash flows and delivering strategic financial advice to ensure the financial well-being and growth of the Founder CEO's personal assets.</p> Responsibilities <ul><li>Financial Planning and Advisory: Prepare detailed financial reports, including cash flow forecasts, budget planning, and expense tracking. Advise the promoter on tax optimization strategies, legal compliance, and financial risk management.</li><li>Financial Reporting and Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and documentation. Prepare and present regular financial reports, highlighting key insights and recommendations. Conduct regular reviews of personal financial statements and net worth analysis.</li><li>Liaison with Private Bankers, Legal and Tax Advisors: Act as the primary point of contact with banks and financial institutions for all personal financial matters. Manage banking transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, credit facilities, and loan negotiations. Ensure compliance with banking requirements and maintain good relationships with key banking contacts. Coordinate with external advisors, including legal counsel, tax consultants, and wealth managers, to ensure compliance and optimize financial planning.</li><li>Asset Management: Maintain a detailed record of personal assets, including real estate, luxury assets, investments, and other properties. Oversee property management, tax optimization, and asset maintenance.</li><li>Risk Management: Identify potential financial risks and develop strategies to mitigate them. Oversee insurance policies and ensure adequate coverage for the Founder CEO's assets.</li><li>Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with the Founder CEO. Serve as the primary point of contact for all personal financial matters. Provide exceptional service and support, addressing any financial concerns or inquiries promptly.</li></ul> Requirements <ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field.</li><li>Professional certification such as CA, CPA, or CFA will be considered as an advantage.</li><li>Minimum of 5 years of experience working in personal / family office, or a similar role.</li><li>Proven experience in dealing directly with high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs).</li><li>Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.</li><li>Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.</li><li>Problem-solving mindset with the ability to work independently.</li><li>Proficiency in financial management software and MS Office Suite.</li><li>High integrity and discretion in handling confidential financial information.</li></ul> Benefits <ul><li>Why Join AHS?</li><li>Innovative Environment : Be part of a forward-thinking company that embraces innovation and creativity in the luxury real estate market.</li><li>Career Advancement : Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and development, with a clear path for career progression.</li><li>Collaborative Culture : Join a team-oriented environment where collaboration and mutual support are highly</li><li>Competitive Compensation : Receive a competitive salary and benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication.</li><li>Work-Life Balance : Enjoy a supportive work environment that values work-life balance and employee well-being.</li><li>Please Note : Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We appreciate your understanding.</li></ul>

Personal Financial Manager

Hanson Search

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  We are recruiting a Legal Counsel in Dubai, UAE, on behalf of a fast-growing, multinational investment group. This is a high-impact, hands-on role offering broad exposure across commercial, corporate and transactional matters, with a clear long-term pathway to General Counsel and Board-level responsibility.
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   Legal Counsel Role Overview and Strategic Business Impact
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  The Legal Counsel will act as a trusted business partner to senior leadership, providing pragmatic legal advice across a wide range of matters including commercial contracts, investments, real estate transactions and M&amp;A. The role will also oversee corporate governance and company secretarial responsibilities across a complex international group structure, working closely with external counsel across multiple jurisdictions.
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   Key Responsibilities of the Legal Counsel Position
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   Advise on commercial and corporate legal matters, including contracts, compliance and governance
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   Draft and negotiate commercial agreements, investment documentation and real estate transactions
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   Support M&amp;A activity, including due diligence and transaction execution
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   Manage relationships with international external counsel
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   Oversee corporate secretarial duties across a multi-entity global structure
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   Ensure regulatory filings, board documentation and governance processes are completed accurately and on time
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   Monitor legal and regulatory developments impacting the group
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   Partner closely with internal stakeholders to align legal strategy with business objectives
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   Ideal Legal Counsel Candidate Profile
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   Qualified lawyer (JD or equivalent) admitted in at least one jurisdiction
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   Long-term experience within an international corporate environment or top-tier law firm
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   Strong grounding in commercial law, corporate governance and M&amp;A
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   Experience supporting private equity or investment structures across multiple jurisdictions is highly advantageous
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   Comfortable operating across both Common Law and Civil Law frameworks
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   Highly organised, commercially minded and able to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
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   Excellent drafting, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
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   Fluent English essential; additional languages are a plus
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   Legal Counsel &ndash; Opportunity Overview
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   Competitive salary and benefits
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   Broad, varied legal exposure across multiple sectors and jurisdictions
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   A collaborative, high-performance environment with direct access to senior decision-makers
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   Clear progression and professional growth opportunities
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  If you have the relevant experience and this opportunity sounds interesting, we would love to hear from you! Please apply via the link below.
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Legal Counsel

Goldman Sachs

<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>YOUR IMPACT</b></p>
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Alternative Capital Markets (ACM) Client Solutions team is seeking a Vice President to join an expanding segment within our Wealth Management division, to be based in Dubai. This role serves as the central strategic and relationship management hub for the GS Wealth Alternatives platform, a leader in alternative investments. The role will involve providing expert-level support and insights to both advisors and clients. This is an opportunity to build on deep Alternative market expertise and become a trusted subject-matter expert in alternative investments, directly contributing to the growth and success of our clients and the firm.</p>
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OUR IMPACT</b></p>
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Wealth Management</b></p>
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Across Wealth Management, Goldman Sachs helps empower clients and customers around the world to reach their financial goals. Our advisor-led wealth management businesses provide financial planning, investment management, banking and comprehensive advice to a wide range of clients, including ultra-high net worth and high net worth individuals, as well as family offices, foundations and endowments, and corporations and their employees. Our consumer business provides digital solutions for customers to better spend, borrow, invest, and save. Across Wealth Management, our growth is driven by a relentless focus on our people, our clients and customers, and leading-edge technology, data and design.</p>
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Alternative Capital Markets (ACM)</b></p>
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Alternative Capital Markets is a global team with 85&amp;#43; alternative investment professionals across ten offices (New York, Albany, Dallas, Los Angeles, Miami, London, Zurich, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Shenzhen), responsible for over $120B&amp;#43; in AUS, serving institutions, foundations, family offices, high net worth and ultra-high net worth individuals. ACM is the architect of the Wealth Alternatives platform including private equity, growth / venture capital, private credit, private real estate, hedge funds, co-investments and impact private investing. These offerings include AM Private, XIG, and third-party external investment strategies, as well as differentiated private company access via both internal and external referrals. ACM&rsquo;s full-service capital markets business covers the entire lifecycle of an alternative investment, from investment sourcing to client solutions, as well as a new discretionary offering enabling programmatic platform access, an in-house liquidity platform for clients (qualified matching service, or QMS), and dedicated platform management and strategy.</p>
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Client Solutions</b></p>
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The Client Solutions team within ACM is the relationship management &amp; strategy team for the GS Wealth Alternatives platform. The team is the primary point of contact for GS advisors, responsible for marketing &amp; fundraising across the alternative investment platform, while providing holistic support to advisors &amp; clients, including asset class &amp; strategy education, portfolio construction guidance, and ongoing relationship management.</p>
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HOW YOU WILL FULFILL YOUR POTENTIAL</b></p>
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Key liaison for advisor teams to provide support and drive growth across the GS Wealth alternatives business</li><li>
Serve as an alternative investment strategist &amp; relationship manager for the ACM platform, providing key information, and driving education &amp; adoption across alternative investments within the GS Private Wealth Management (PWM) channel</li><li>
Help lead marketing &amp; fundraising campaigns, including managing overall fund raising activity, developing marketing collateral / strategy pitch and engaging advisors / clients by organizing road shows / events / campaigns</li><li>
Help provide input on ACM sales strategy across client segments, advising on growth strategies for new offerings / solutions, and develop segment specific fundraising strategies</li><li>
Provide support for client portfolio reviews, including performance updates, and fund commentary</li><li>
Prepare and update materials for internal &amp; external presentations, in partnership with the ACM investor relations, and legal/compliance teams</li><li>
Develop into a trusted subject matter expert, providing advisors guidance on portfolio construction &amp; joining client &amp; prospect discussions</li><li>
Help drive education of alternative investment themes and portfolio implementation for all GS client segments and regions by coordinating across ACM, GS CIO, GS investment teams and external managers to develop and communicate best-in-class thought leadership &amp; market commentary across alternative asset classes</li></ul>
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QUALIFICATIONS</b></p>
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Bachelors Degree or Higher</li><li>
Deep understanding of financial markets and investment instruments, especially experience with alternative investments</li><li>
7&amp;#43; years of experience in wealth/asset management, banking, markets or private investing</li><li>
Strong quantitative, analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>
Team player, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>
Strong ability to multi-task, with an ability to manage multiple projects with different deadlines</li><li>
Self-starter, with ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented environment and across group functions</li><li>
Solid work ethic, motivation level, and strong attention to detail</li></ul>
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ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS</b></p>
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At Goldman Sachs, we commit our people, capital and ideas to help our clients, shareholders and the communities we serve to grow. Founded in 1869, we are a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm. Headquartered in New York, we maintain offices around the world.</p>
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We believe who you are makes you better at what you do. We're committed to fostering and advancing diversity and inclusion in our own workplace and beyond by ensuring every individual within our firm has a number of opportunities to grow professionally and personally, from our training and development opportunities and firmwide networks to benefits, wellness and personal finance offerings and mindfulness programs. about our culture, benefits, and people at GS.com/careers.</p>
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We&rsquo;re committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates with special needs or disabilities during our recruiting process. : https://www.goldmansachs.com/careers/footer/disability-statement.html</p>
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&copy; The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., 2025. All rights reserved. Goldman Sachs is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, veterans status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div><b>
We Offer Best-In-Class Benefits</b></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>
Healthcare &amp; Medical Insurance</div></div><p>
We offer a wide range of health and welfare programs that vary depending on office location. These generally include medical, dental, short-term disability, long-term disability, life, accidental death, labor accident and business travel accident insurance.</p></div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div>
Holiday &amp; Vacation Policies</div></div><p>
We offer competitive vacation policies based on employee level and office location. We promote time off from work to recharge by providing generous vacation entitlements and a minimum of three weeks expected vacation usage each year.</p></div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div>
Financial Wellness &amp; Retirement</div></div><p>
We assist employees in saving and planning for retirement, offer financial support for higher education, and provide a number of benefits to help employees prepare for the unexpected. We offer live financial education and content on a variety of topics to address the spectrum of employees&rsquo; priorities.</p></div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div>
Health Services</div></div><p>
We offer a medical advocacy service for employees and family members facing critical health situations, and counseling and referral services through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). We provide Global Medical, Security and Travel Assistance and a Workplace Ergonomics Program. We also offer state-of-the-art on-site health centers in certain offices.</p></div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div>
Fitness</div></div><p>
To encourage employees to live a healthy and active lifestyle, some of our offices feature on-site fitness centers. For eligible employees we typically reimburse fees paid for a fitness club membership or activity (up to a pre-approved amount).</p></div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div>
Child Care &amp; Family Care</div></div><p>
We offer on-site child care centers that provide full-time and emergency back-up care, as well as mother and baby rooms and homework rooms. In every office, we provide advice and counseling services, expectant parent resources and transitional programs for parents returning from parental leave. Adoption, surrogacy, egg donation and egg retrieval stipends are also available.</p></div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div>
Benefits at Goldman Sachs</div></div><p>
Read more about the full suite of class-leading benefits our firm has to offer.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div></div>
<br><p>Opportunity Overview
CORPORATE TITLE
Vice President
OFFICE LOCATION(S)
Dubai
JOB FUNCTION
External Product Specialists
DIVISION
Asset &amp; Wealth Management</p>

Wealth Management, Alternative Capital Markets, Clients Solutions, VP - Dubai

Taptap Send

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

Legal Counsel, GCC

<div><p><b>About Us</b></p><br>
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UMO is an international modern money platform. Our mission is to create high-impact digital finance solutions and real opportunities for people and markets worldwide. While our core expertise lies in Fintech and AI, our capabilities reach far beyond.</p>
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We are a team of 150+ professionals operating across 4 offices in <b>MENA</b> and <b>Europe</b>.</p>
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Headquartered in the <b>UAE</b> with hubs in <b>Ukraine</b>, <b>Portugal</b>, and <b>Lithuania</b>, we unite technology, operations, and product development under one vision. We innovate through deep operational excellence and shared expertise, creating a robust foundation built for global growth.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
What You'll Do</b></p><br>
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As a <b>Senior Legal Counsel</b>, you will <b>lead and grow a team of 3</b> experienced legal specialists to deliver high-quality, secure, and compliant solutions in a regulated fintech environment. You will play a key role in shaping the legal function, driving delivery excellence, and ensuring that innovation is balanced with governance and risk management.</p><br>
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Key Responsibilities</b></p><br>
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<li>Provide expert legal counsel on all aspects of the neobank&rsquo;s operations, focusing on the convergence of traditional finance, payments, and digital assets (crypto);</li>
<li>Own and manage the legal and compliance roadmap for the expansion into new target markets, including the UAE and MENA region;</li>
<li>Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial contracts, partnership agreements (processors, payment schemes, and exchanges), and vendor contracts;</li>
<li>Ensure the platform, including products like cards, wallets, and trading features, complies with local and international financial regulations (e.g., AML, KYC, data privacy);</li>
<li>Advise senior management on corporate governance, licensing requirements, and risk mitigation strategies in a multi-jurisdictional environment;</li>
<li>Manage regulatory inquiries and external counsel engagement across key operational geographies;</li>
<li>Create global <b>contract lifecycle </b><b>management</b> (CLM) process<b>,</b> including <b>template </b><b>standardization</b>, review <b>workflows</b>, and a definitive repository for all executed commercial and strategic documents;</li>
<li><b>Develop</b>, <b>implement</b>, and periodically audit all <b>employment </b><b>contracts</b>, <b>policies</b>, and handbooks for all entities, ensuring <b>strict </b><b>compliance</b> with the <b>UAE </b><b>Labour </b><b>Law</b> (including free-zone regulations like DIFC/ADGM) and the diverse labor directives of the <b>European </b><b>Union;</b></li>
<li>Advise the <b>Human </b><b>Resources</b> department on complex, <b>high-risk employment matters</b>, including <b>disciplinary </b><b>procedures</b>, <b>statutory </b><b>termination </b><b>requirements</b>, end-of-service <b>gratuity </b><b>calculations</b> (<b>UAE</b>), and collective <b>consultation </b><b>obligations</b> (<b>EU</b>);</li>
<li>Manage the legal aspects of global workforce arrangements, including independent contractor classification, remote work policies, and the drafting of enforceable non-compete and non-solicitation clauses in line with local legal precedents;</li>
<li>Maintain and enforce the global corporate structure (e.g., subsidiary registrations, intercompany agreements) and guarantee all corporate filing deadlines are met across all jurisdictions;</li>
<li>Oversee all data protection and privacy compliance efforts, including the implementation of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) standards for EU operations and equivalent data privacy mandates in the UAE/MENA region.</li><br>
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<p><b>You&rsquo;re a Perfect Fit If You Have</b></p><br>
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<li><b>7+ years of experience</b> as a Legal Counsel, with a strong focus on the financial services sector.</li>
<li><b>Solid experience in a regulated FinTech, Banking, or Crypto company</b> is mandatory.</li>
<li>Proven track record of managing and mentoring junior legal staff or leading a small legal team (ideally 3+ people).</li>
<li>Deep understanding of <b>payments regulation</b> (e.g., SEPA/SWIFT, card schemes), digital asset laws, and licensing procedures in key jurisdictions.</li>
<li>Exceptional drafting and negotiation skills.</li>
<li><b>Proficiency in English (B2-C1)</b>, both written and verbal, is essential (knowing Ukrainian or Russian is an advantage)</li></ul><br>
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Compensation &amp; Benefits (Dubai, UAE)</b></p><br>
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<li><b>Highly Competitive Compensation.</b></li>
<li><b>Visa Sponsorship:</b> Full coverage of UAE employment visa and residency permit costs.</li>
<li><b>Relocation Support:</b> Dedicated support desk to assist with your move, including inbound flight coverage (if applicable).</li>
<li><b>Time Off:</b> 25 working days of Annual Leave + UAE Public Holidays.</li>
<li><b>Health Coverage:</b> Comprehensive Medical Insurance for yourself.</li>
<li><b>Performance Incentives:</b> Eligibility for performance-based bonuses and incentives.</li>
<li><b>Statutory Benefits:</b> End of Service Gratuity as per UAE Labour Law.</li></ul><p><br>
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<b>Shape the future: join a successful, next-generation prestigious neobank!</b></p></div><p></p>

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