legal counsel

AVEVA

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 Job Title:
 
 Legal Counsel
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Cairo, Egypt
 
 
 
 Employment Type:
 
 Full time
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The job
 
 
 
 The Legal Counsel will primarily be responsible for reviewing, drafting, and negotiating a range of commercial contracts to support AVEVA&rsquo;s business largely in an assigned territory, as well as providing professional and timely advice to various internal stakeholders such as sales, procurement, operations, finance and HR.
 
 
 
 
 
 Reporting to VP Legal Sales EMEA or one of its senior direct reports, and working with an experienced and well-established legal team in EMEA, the Legal Counsel will be a trusted advisor who is customer service oriented, has an eagerness to tackle a wide range of legal and business issues and the ability to balance legal risks with business objectives and successfully get deals closed in a timely manner and, all with a positive attitude. The Legal Counsel will also provide counsel regarding compliance with applicable laws, regulations and company policies.
 
 
 
 
 
 This is a hybrid working role based out of the AVEVA office in Cairo, Egypt. There will be some opportunities to travel in the region on an as-required basis for projects and customer-facing negotiations.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key responsibilities
 
 
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 Be an integral part of the continued growth of AVEVA&rsquo;s commercial deal pursuits as well as general legal issues that arise in the EMEA region (with a primary focus on Middle East, Africa and Central Asia) by providing pragmatic legal advice
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 Advise, review, draft, and negotiate a wide variety of commercial contracts with public sector and private customers, partners and suppliers as necessary, including but not limited to software services agreements, maintenance agreements, consultancy agreements, global contractual framework agreements, procurement, subcontractor, and strategic alliance agreements, as well as other in-bound commercial agreements, always operating within an agreed approval matrix and legal policy framework
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 Establish good working relationships throughout the Legal department and across all relevant business units
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 Maintain current knowledge of, and support compliance with, applicable laws and regulations as well as group legal policies
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 Assist in reviewing and assessing current processes, practices and structures for efficient legal compliance, and lead or support projects and initiatives to improve and/or streamline legal processes and documentation
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 Manage and coordinate with internal subject matter experts, external counsel, and relevant authorities as needed
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 Prepare contract summaries, legal trackers, and dispute resolution trackers to aid in the management decision-making process
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 Assist in developing, maintaining and updating legal systems and records
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 Assist several sub-functions within the Legal department on corporate, regulatory and other legal matters at a local level, such as M&amp;A activities, corporate housekeeping, employment, facilities, trade compliance and litigation related matters, as required
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 Lead or assist with various projects and tasks as may be assigned
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 Essential requirements
 
 
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 Authorised and licensed to practice law in Egypt
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 At least 4 years&rsquo; PQE in a reputable commercial law firm or in-house environment, preferably with relevant experience in software licensing
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 Pays strong attention to detail and possesses excellent contract negotiation and drafting skills
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 Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, motivated self-starter
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 Ability to prioritize in a fast-moving environment
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 Fluent in English (written and verbal)
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 Understanding of general contractual standards, contract risks and the potential legal and financial consequences associated with them
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 Warm and personable with excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with diverse, cross functional teams
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 Worked proactively and closely with business stakeholders to identify and analyse critical commercial and legal issues
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 Desired skills
 
 
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 Proficiency in other languages including Turkish or French would be a plus
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 Legal at AVEVA
 
 
 
 Our global team of lawyers, compliance experts and contract managers play a central role in protecting AVEVA&rsquo;s interests and ensuring the company operates with the highest levels of integrity.
 
 
 
 
 
 We provide guidance on regulatory compliance, risk management, contracts, and legal frameworks &ndash; all at the fascinating and fast-moving intersection of technology and the industrial sector. If you&rsquo;re flexible and enjoy tackling complex challenges, you&rsquo;ll be right at home in the AVEVA Legal team.
 
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Legal Counsel

The HEINEKEN Company

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 At ABC, We Brew The Joy Of True Togetherness To Inspire a Better World. A Big Part Of That Means Brewing Better People With The Heart Of Our Company In Our Four Values
 
 
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 Passion for consumers and customers
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 Care for people and planet
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 Enjoyment of life
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 Courage to dream and pioneer
 
 
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 Job Purpose
 
 
 
 Senior Legal Counsel role is key role in ABC with responsibility for providing legal advice to various departments. You will be responsible for in-house legal matters including drafting agreements, addressing compliance issues, and participating in negotiation discussions. In order to succeed, this candidate should feel comfortable working with in-house and outside counsels on a variety of legal matters.
 
 
 
 Duties
 
 
 
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 General Corporate Law Duties
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 Providing legal support to the various departments of the organization specially to the following pillars: IP, Licenses and Corporate Governance.
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 Assisting in the review and/or drafting of strategic agreements (including but not limited to machinery agreements, License agreements, Sale and Purchase of assets etc)
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 Conducting research on relevant laws, regulations, and legal articles and presenting the same to the organization.
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 Liaising with external counsel where required, specially on IP, Licenses and Corporate Governance
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 Supporting in the COBC implementation, specially the legal aspects such as Privacy law.
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 Maintain the (license to operate) record and ensure renewal of licenses and follow up on related stakeholders. Ensure implementation of the upgrade of license plan cascaded by the Deputy Legal Manager and the Legal Manager.
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 Assisting in the preparation of, and conducting, internal trainings and presentations
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 Support litigation management by liasing with outside counsel and following up on high risk cases such as commercial fraud and strategic IP lawsuits.
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 IP
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 Research, anticipate and protect Company against legal risks related to IP registration
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 Create database for IP reports, and effectively presents information to senior management.
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 Communicate with Marketing team to get approval on the renewal of TMs
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 Manage registration of all ABC TMs and IPs and update Properties Survey
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 Send applications and renewals of Trademarks, industrial designs to Heineken Global IP monthly
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 Revise all labels , artwork , Outer case for all ABC plants to get final approval
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 Follow up all Trademarks, industrial designs Cases with the outside agent
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 Ensure that watch services are in place and properly cascaded.
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 Corporate Governance
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 Lead the Legal Restructuring project from legal perspective by creating a timeplan for each phase. Support in the selection of the outside counsel and monitor its performance.
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 Ensure that all relevant internal and external stakeholders are aligned and updated
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 Drive guiding other departments to implement post-actions with the support of the Deputy Legal Manager
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 Ensure that the group of companies are following correct corporate governance rules and have up to date files
 
 
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 Education, Certifications and Licenses:
 
 
 
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 Law Bachelor Degree
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 Masters degree is a plus
 
 
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 Knowledge And Experience
 
 
 
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 5 years of experience in a law firm or legal function in FMCGs
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 Experience in Corporate Law, contracts and competition law
 
 
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 Personal Skills
 
 
 
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 Critical and Challenging
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 Analytical Skills
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 Confident in communicating at all levels of seniority
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 High Persuasion and Negotiation skills
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 Pro-active &amp; Teamwork oriented
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 #addjob
 
 
 
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Senior Legal Counsel

Americana Restaurants

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 Who we are?
 
 
 
 Americana Restaurants is a leading restaurant operator and food &amp; beverage platform in the MENA region. With a legacy that dates back to 1964, we&rsquo;ve grown to represent and manage some of the world&rsquo;s most beloved restaurant brands&mdash;including KFC, Pizza Hut, Hardee&rsquo;s, Krispy Kreme, and many more&mdash;across over 12 countries. Our commitment to operational excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction continues to drive our growth and success in the region.
 
 
 As we expand, we're looking for passionate professionals who thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments. If you're driven by purpose and motivated to make an impact, we'd love to have you on our team.
 
 
 
 Purpose of the Role
 
 
 
 In this role, you&rsquo;ll act as a trusted legal advisor, enabling Americana&rsquo;s strategic objectives while ensuring legal compliance and managing commercial risk. You&rsquo;ll collaborate across functions and regions to support complex transactions, corporate governance, data privacy, and compliance frameworks.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
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 Draft, review, and negotiate commercial, corporate, and employment agreements.
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 Advise on regulatory, compliance, and data privacy matters.
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 Support cross-border deals, technology projects, and corporate governance.
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 Manage contract templates, legal documentation, and intellectual property.
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 Collaborate with internal teams and external counsel across regions.
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 What We&rsquo;re Looking For:
 
 
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 Education:
 
 LLB, LLM, JD or equivalent; certifications in Cyber Law/Data Privacy are a plus.
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 Experience:
 
 1&ndash;2 years in a corporate legal role or reputable law firm.
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 Skills:
 
 Strong grasp of commercial and corporate law; franchise experience is a plus.
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 Languages:
 
 Fluent in Arabic and English.
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 Mindset:
 
 Proactive, solution-oriented, and business-aware
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Junior Legal Counsel

Confidential

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 Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 Assess, restructure, and strengthen the Group Legal function to align with business growth strategy.
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 Establish clear governance, policies, and reporting structures across all subsidiaries.
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 Build and develop a high-performing legal and compliance team.
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 Optimize use of external counsel and manage legal budgets efficiently.
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 Lead legal aspects of mergers, acquisitions, divestments, joint ventures, and investments.
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 Oversee legal due diligence processes and risk assessments.
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 Structure transactions to protect Group interests and ensure regulatory compliance.
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 Draft and negotiate complex transaction agreements.
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 Ensure adherence to local and international regulations.
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 Lead regulatory engagements, investigations, and corporate filings.
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 Strengthen corporate governance practices at the Board and subsidiary levels.
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 Act as primary legal advisor to the CEO and Board of Directors.
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 Provide strategic guidance on risk exposure, expansion strategy, and corporate structuring.
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 Lead crisis management from a legal and reputational risk perspective.
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 Protect the Group&rsquo;s assets, intellectual property, and commercial interests.
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 Job Requirement
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Education
 
 
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 Law degree
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 Certificates
 
 
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 Master&rsquo;s in law, Business Law, or related field preferred
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 Experience
 
 
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 15+ years of progressive legal experience, including senior leadership roles.
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 Strong experience in M&amp;A, due diligence, corporate structuring, and regulatory compliance.
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 Experience within large groups / holding companies is highly preferred.
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 Exposure to multi-entity or multi-country operations is a strong advantage.
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 Technical Tools and Experience
 
 
 
 Proficiency in MS Office; experience with ERP systems is preferred.
 
 
 
 Additional Qualifications
 
 
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 Strategic business mindset
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 Executive presence with proven Board-level communication skills
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 Extensive expertise in transaction structuring and M&amp;A execution
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 Demonstrated leadership in corporate governance and regulatory compliance
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 Fluent in English and French (written and spoken)
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Chief Legal Officer

Al-Futtaim

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 Job Requisition ID:
 
 176012
 
 
 Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United A&rdquo;rab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group&rsquo;s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.
 
 
 By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.
 
 
 
 Overview Of The Role:
 
 
 
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 As a Litigation Counsel at Al Futtaim Group Egypt, you will provide critical legal consultancy and manage litigation cases for the company. With over 45 litigation cases handled before courts, your role involves defending Al Futtaim's interests, minimizing legal risks, and providing strategic guidance to reduce exposure. You will be instrumental in liaising with external law firms and ensuring the company's legal best practices are upheld while contributing to the financial stability concerning litigation provisions. Your success in this role will be measured through effective management of litigation cases, reduction in case exposure, amicable settlements, and improving the success rate of cases by 25% each year.
 
 
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 What You Will Do:
 
 
 
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 Prepare all documents required to file cases by conducting monthly litigation reports with GAP analysis.
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 Work closely with stakeholders to prepare comprehensive briefs on each case that goes to trial.
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 Maintain a regular schedule of hearings, court appearances, and conferences based on case requirements.
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 Schedule and administer full depositions of case witnesses and experts.
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 Review discovery documents and determine the best course of action for Al Futtaim in each case.
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 Conduct pre-claim investigations, legal research, and initial case assessments.
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 Review and draft pleadings, motions, and appellate documents and file them with the court in collaboration with the external firm.
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 Perform administrative duties, such as calendaring hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, and managing logistics.
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 Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices.
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 Aid attorneys with interrogatories and other discovery requests.
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 Liaise between trial teams and internal/external third parties.
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 Consult with clients on legal best practices.
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 Work with the legal team to compile comprehensive trial briefs.
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 Represent the company in legal proceedings such as trials and administrative boards.
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 Research and anticipate legal risks for Al Futtaim Egypt.
 
 
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 Required Skills To Be Successful:
 
 
 
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 Proven litigation and legal consultancy experience.
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 Ability to manage schedules and organize details efficiently.
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 Strong research and analytical skills to anticipate legal risks.
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 Effective communication and negotiation skills suitable for liaising with diverse stakeholders.
 
 
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 What Qualifies You For The Role:
 
 
 
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 Bachelor's degree in Law or related field.
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 3-5 years of experience in a legal role.
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 Hearing/trial experience and working knowledge in governmental entity, environmental, utility, construction law, and complex litigation.
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 Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and leadership skills.
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 Strategic thinking and business acumen with a high degree of confidentiality.
 
 
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 We&rsquo;re here to provide excellent service but a little help from you can ensure a five-star candidate experience from start to finish.
 
 
 Before you click &ldquo;apply&rdquo;: Please read the job description carefully to ensure you can confidently demonstrate
 
 why
 
 this opportunity is right for you and take the time to put together a well-crafted and personalised CV to further boost your visibility. Our global Talent Acquisition team members are all assigned to specific businesses to ensure that we make the best matches between talent and opportunities. We not only consider the requisite compatibility of skills and behaviours, but also how candidates align with our Values of Respect, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence.
 
 
 As part of our candidate experience promise, we also want to make ourselves available to you throughout the application process. We make every effort to review and respond to every application.
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Litigation Counsel

AVP Legal

A.P. Moller - Maersk

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 Maersk is a global leader in integrated logistics and has been an industry pioneer for over a century. Through innovation and transformation, we continue to redefine the boundaries of possibility, setting new standards for efficiency, sustainability, and excellence.
 
 
 At Maersk, we believe in the power of diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning. With over 100,000 employees across 130 countries, we work together to shape the future of global trade and logistics.
 
 
 Join us as we harness cutting-edge technologies and unlock opportunities on a global scale. Together, let's sail towards a brighter, more sustainable future.
 
 
 
 As a Customer Service Claims Specialist, you will be responsible for:
 
 
 
 
 Claims Handling &amp; Investigation
 
 
 
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 Handle Ocean and Logistics &amp; Services claims across assigned countries (Egypt, Libya, Lebanon, Syria, and Romania)
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 Receive and assess cargo damage notifications and incidents (e.g., container damage, theft, delays, misutilization)
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 Conduct thorough investigations, collect relevant documentation, and ensure accurate system updates
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 Manage claims from initiation to resolution, including approved and rejected cases
 
 
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 Legal Coordination &amp; Dispute Management
 
 
 
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 Support and manage claims with legal implications, including court cases raised by customers
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 Liaise with internal and external legal counsel upon receipt of court notifications
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 Collaborate with surveyors, lawyers, and stakeholders to ensure proper case handling
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 Maintain awareness of maritime laws, regulations, and applicable conventions
 
 
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 Customer Communication &amp; Case Resolution
 
 
 
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 Guide customers through claims handling and settlement processes
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 Manage customer communication effectively, including handling escalations and dissatisfied customers
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 Ensure timely updates and resolution of claims within agreed timelines
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 Deliver a high-quality customer experience through proactive communication
 
 
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 Operational Support &amp; Continuous Improvement
 
 
 
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 Recommend appropriate operational solutions (e.g., container repair vs. cargo shifting)
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 Ensure complete and accurate documentation within claims systems
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 Support claims prevention and process improvement initiatives
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 Collaborate cross-functionally with customer service, operations, legal, and commercial teams
 
 
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 Who Are We Looking For
 
 
 
 
 Education &amp; Experience
 
 
 
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 3+ years of experience in shipping, logistics, or related fields
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 Experience in claims handling, customer service, or legal-related roles is a strong advantage
 
 
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 Skills &amp; Competencies
 
 
 
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 Strong analytical and investigative mindset
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 Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
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 Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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 Customer-oriented with solid commercial awareness
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 Ability to handle pressure, urgent cases, and complex situations
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 Obsessed with investigations and digging deep into details.
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 High attention to detail and accuracy
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 High degree of flexibility, efficiency, assertiveness, diplomacy, independence, and empathy.
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 Team player with the ability to collaborate across functions
 
 
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 Technical &amp; Functional Knowledge
 
 
 
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 Understanding of shipping/logistics operations (ocean freight, inland transport, customs clearance, etc.)
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 Familiarity with maritime laws and claims processes is a plus
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 Proficiency in English.
 
 
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 What we offer:
 
 
 
 An exciting role which is part of a dynamic and international organization with the opportunity to continuously apply and develop your competencies. You'll be rewarded a competitive salary with excellent benefits, as well as having the opportunity to grow with the business. Besides, as one of the cornerstones of our values, we strive to deliver the right environment for our people while fostering a culture of fairness, mutual respect, responsibility, and care for our business and our customers.
 
 
 #RPO
 
 
 Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.
 
 
 We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or to perform a job, please contact us by emailing accommodationrequests@maersk.com.
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Customer Service Claims Specialist

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