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Sidra Medicine

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 JOB SUMMARY:
 
 
 
 The Legal Counsel is primarily responsible for providing legal advice and support Leadership in variety of areas, which may include contracts issues, HR/labor law, disputes/litigation and medico-legal matters.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 KEY ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES:
 
 
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 Advises the General Counsel and other leadership of the institution regarding Sidra policies, programs, practices, and activities that are affected by legal considerations.
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 Maintains a collegial approach to problem-solving and a willingness to engage in clear and transparent dialogue about both legal and non-legal issues.
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 Works independently to manage timing and action plans for completing division&rsquo;s functions and preparing correspondence, reports and other documents ahead of need.
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 Works independently to perform duties including creating and preparing routine materials, verifying, and editing all materials for accuracy and clarity.
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 Communicating with and managing any third-party bodies such as external counsel.
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 Supervising internal group for litigation and dispute management.
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 Researches and analyses law sources and complex legal issues, and prepares briefs/memorandums.
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 Reviews and prepares amendments to standard terms and conditions, if applicable.
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 Drafting, reviewing, approving and negotiating various contracts and agreements as needed.
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 Drafts and reviews letters and other legal documents, as needed.
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 Peer supports members within the Legal Department within the team about various area of law and practices.
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 Sets clear priorities in order to focus on those responsibilities and tasks
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 Ability to quick study, in some areas of the law that affect the institution and eager to learn areas of the law in which expertise is lacking.
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 Collaborating with management and external law firms to devise efficient defense strategies.
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 Demonstrates confidence in own abilities even when working in unfamiliar areas.
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 Meets work demands with considerable stamina, persistence, and a consistent focus on client needs and concerns, making extra effort and sacrifice to meet urgent requests.
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 Develops and maintains strong working relationships and trust with both senior leadership and colleagues in other functional areas of the organization.
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 Negotiates workable solutions to complex and sensitive legal issues through the use of influence and persuasion.
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 Displays appropriate listening skills even in difficult situations, questioning and listening to all parties to understand positions (including issues that are unstated or not obvious).
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 Calculates and highlights risks in business process and decision making.
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 Communicates and negotiates with external parties (regulators, external counsel, public authority etc.)
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 Displays a thorough understanding of the business model and mission of the organization, including competition and risk factors.
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 Sets clear priorities in order to focus on those responsibilities and tasks that add the most value, and continually re-evaluates priorities in relation to changing business/client context.
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 Conduct the work with integrity and responsibility.
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 Provides legal advice on contracts, medico-legal issues, labor law/HR matters, and other legal matters.
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 QUALIFICATION &amp; EXPERIENCE
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Education
 
 
 
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Experience
 
 
 
 5+ years in legal role
 
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Legal Counsel

PRO-Global Search GmbH

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 We are looking for an experienced,
 
 Russian-speaking
 
 lawyer specializing in Special Situations complex corporate matters involving
 
 shareholder relations, control, litigation
 
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 risk management
 
 . The role requires strategic judgment and hands-on legal expertise to support decision-making and ensure alignment within multi-layered shareholder and holding structures, often governed by English law.
 
 
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 Develop and implement legal strategies to protect shareholder and company interests
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 Prepare legal positions, procedural documentation, and evidence for corporate litigation
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 Represent the company in court proceedings and supervise external counsel
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 Navigate complex shareholder networks and ensure consistent governance and control
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 Draft, review, and amend shareholder agreements, voting and ownership frameworks, including those governed by English law
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 Establish internal mechanisms for resolving sensitive corporate situations and ensuring compliance
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 Advise senior management and shareholders on corporate governance, structure, and legal risks
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 Support restructuring and transformation of ownership and holding chains
 
 
 
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 Requirements:
 
 
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 8+ years of experience in corporate law, litigation, or special situations within holding groups, investment firms, or financial institutions
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 Proven record in shareholder-related matters and maintaining governance integrity in multi-jurisdictional structures
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 Strong knowledge of corporate, commercial, and procedural law, including practical experience with English law documentation and principles
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 Experience managing complex ownership structures and multi-stakeholder decision-making
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 Fluent in English and Russian
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 Core traits: strategic insight, precision, diplomacy, and discretion
 
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Senior Legal Counsel (Corporate Disputes & Litigation)

C2HR LLP

Job Summary: A competent Lawyer / Legal Consultant to provide expert legal advice and guidance on commercial, civil, labor, and regulatory matters. The successful candidate will ensure legal compliance and support contract review, dispute resolution, and policy drafting.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide legal counsel on corporate, commercial, and labor matters</li><li>Draft and review contracts, agreements, and MoUs</li><li>Monitor regulatory changes and ensure compliance with local laws</li><li>Represent the company in legal disputes and negotiations</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law; Master's or Bar certification is an advantage</li><li>Minimum 5&ndash;7 years of relevant legal experience (preferably in the private sector)</li><li>Strong understanding of Qatari and regional legal frameworks</li><li>Excellent legal drafting, research, and communication skills</li><li>Fluent in English/ Arabic</li><li>Male</li><li>Budget Salary: 10K</li></ul>Job Type: Full-time

Lawyer / Legal Consultant - Male

Swan Global WLL

Lawyer / Legal ConsultantWorking Hours/ Days : Sat to Thu 8-5 with 1 hour breakJob Summary: A competent Lawyer / Legal Consultant to provide expert legal advice and guidance on commercial, civil, labor, and regulatory matters. The successful candidate will ensure legal compliance and support contract review, dispute resolution, and policy drafting.Key Responsibilities:&middot; Provide legal counsel on corporate, commercial, and labor matters&middot; Draft and review contracts, agreements, and MoUs&middot; Monitor regulatory changes and ensure compliance with local laws&middot; Represent the company in legal disputes and negotiationsRequirements:&middot; Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law; Master's or Bar certification is an advantage&middot; Minimum 5&ndash;7 years of relevant legal experience (preferably in the private sector)&middot; Strong understanding of Qatari and regional legal frameworks&middot; Excellent legal drafting, research, and communication skillsLanugage : Arabic language &amp; EnglishJob Type: Full-timePay: QAR10,000.00 per monthApplication Question(s):<ul><li>How many years experience ?</li><li>Salary for this position is QR10000/- </li></ul>Language:<ul><li>Arabic (Required)</li></ul>

Lawyer / Legal Consultant

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 JOB SUMMARY
 
 
 
 The General Counsel helps to drive the organization forward. S/he is tasked with protecting the organization from undue legal risk, establish and enforce best practices, review policy and procedures documents and manuals for legal compliance ensuring they are communicated across the organization in addition to educating and training staff on critical areas such as compliance and legislation. S/he not only reduces legal risk but is able to foresee it, articulate it and communicate it upwards to the Board. S/he is responsible for a vast array of corporate/commercial (including procurement) matters including high value and often highly technical contracts and joint ventures.
 
 
 The General Counsel is a voice of authority / subject matter expert on all legal related matters at a strategic and operational level and provides expert advice to the leadership team and the business ensuring that the highest standards are set and maintained across the organization.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 KEY ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES
 
 
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 Makes organization wide strategy decisions as well as operational implementation of policies, processes and programs that ensures pre-eminent legal practices and programs.
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 Formally reviews and makes independent decisions on all legal issues relating to portfolio of services under his/her command.
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 Directs the operation of the Legal program. Monitors and supports the operations of related programs and activities. Identifies potential vulnerabilities and risks. Leads the development and implementation of corrective action plans for resolution of problematic issues.
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 Ensures the existence of effective channels for obtaining links with the other stake holders like, Medical Services, Internal Auditor, and other departments to assure the appropriate engagement of existing channels for effective services across the organization.
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 Key role for Legal Services:
 
 
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 Provides strategic counsel and oversight to the Board and senior management in legal areas and due to Sidra&rsquo;s links with US Universities and medical centers such Cornell, ensuring adherence to US (and equivalent European) OFAC and FCPA etc. regulations.
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 Establishes all legal policies and procedures and standardizes contractual and other legal documentation to ensure Sidra&rsquo;s legal and commercial risks are minimized and its ability to pursue its business facilitated by clear legal direction.
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 Represents Sidra to various stakeholders &ndash; in particular, within the local and international business/legal community.
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 Formulates and influences positive legal and regulatory change in the medical sector including potentially developing the framework of medical laws and codes in Qatar.
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 Provides pro-active, forward-thinking legal advice and briefs the Board and senior management on all matters of legal significance.
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 Develops a panel of external counsels to ensure that specialist legal work that cannot be handled internally is outsourced to the optimal firms both in Qatar and abroad. Briefs and manages external counsel on that panel to ensure the timely, cost effective and appropriate provision of legal advice.
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 Interprets the impact and implications of legislation (local and international) as it affects or could affect Sidra&rsquo;s business.
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 Keeps up to date with and advises on all relevant legal and regulatory issues in the medical sector and influences positive change in the same where appropriate and possible.
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 Anticipates exposure to legal threat and risk. Ensures appropriate documentation and procedures are in place to protect Sidra&rsquo;s interests and its risks minimized, including insurance matters.
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 Drafts, advises on and negotiates a vast array of commercial legal documentation of significance to Sidra&rsquo;s business.
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 Manages all disputes and threats of litigation including possible malpractice suits to protect Sidra&rsquo;s financial and legal interests as well as its reputation.
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 QUALIFICATION &amp; EXPERIENCE
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Education
 
 
 
 LLB or equivalent from a reputable university or law school with admission to a recognized Bar, typically, the US, Canada, England &amp; Wales, New Zealand, Australia, Hong Kong or Continental Europe
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Experience
 
 
 
 15+ years of management experience in a similar or related position.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Certification
 
 
 
 Active and current license to practice law.
 
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General Counsel

Artan Holding

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 Job Details
 
 
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 Key Relationships
 
 
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 Internal: Board of Directors, CEO, Executive Leadership Team, SBU &amp; BSU Heads
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 External: Regulators, government agencies, law firms, strategic partners, and international authorities
 
 
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 Duties and Responsibilities
 
 
 
 Strategic Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Act as the chief legal advisor to the executive leadership, shaping corporate strategy with legal insight and foresight.
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 Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of group-wide governance, compliance, and legal/reputational risk management frameworks.
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 Oversee the legal aspects of mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships, including cross-border transactions.
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 Provide expert counsel on corporate structure, regulatory affairs, data protection, intellectual property, and employment law.
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 Ensure proactive compliance with evolving legal landscapes, including international trade, competition, and regulatory frameworks.
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 Serve as the principal representative of the company in legal proceedings, negotiations, and government or regulatory engagements.
 
 
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 Operational &amp; Leadership Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Build, lead and mentor a high-performing legal team, fostering commercial acumen, strategic thinking, and collaborative partnership. Oversee and manage all legal matters across AH, including its subsidiaries and portfolio companies.
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 Review, negotiate, and draft complex commercial contracts and agreements to mitigate risk and protect the company&rsquo;s interests. Establish standardised legal templates, policies, and governance structures across all subsidiaries.
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 Partner with internal stakeholders to identify legal risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
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 Drive continuous legal innovation by leveraging legal technology, knowledge management tools, and best practices.
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLB) with specialisation in corporate or commercial law; Master&rsquo;s in Law or Business preferred.
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 Minimum 15 years&rsquo; senior legal experience, including at least 5 years at executive or general counsel level in a complex, international organisation.
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 Proven expertise in corporate governance, commercial transactions, M&amp;A, and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
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 Demonstrated experience influencing board-level decisions and partnering with C-suite executives.
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 Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and the ability to translate complex legal issues into actionable business strategy.
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 Fluency in English is essential; Arabic language will be an advantage.
 
 
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 Skills
 
 
 
 
 Strategic &amp; Commercial Acumen
 
 
 
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 Governance &amp; Compliance Expertise
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 Contract &amp; Transactional Excellence
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 Regulatory and Policy Insight
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 Leadership &amp; Stakeholder Influence
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 Risk Management &amp; Decision-Making
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 Communication &amp; Negotiation
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 International Mindset
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLB) with specialisation in corporate or commercial law; Master&rsquo;s in Law or Business preferred.
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 Minimum 15 years&rsquo; senior legal experience, including at least 5 years at executive or general counsel level in a complex, international organisation.
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 Proven expertise in corporate governance, commercial transactions, M&amp;A, and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
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 Demonstrated experience influencing board-level decisions and partnering with C-suite executives.
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 Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and the ability to translate complex legal issues into actionable business strategy.
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 Fluency in English is essential; Arabic language will be an advantage.
 
 
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 Duties and Responsibilities
 
 
 
 Objectives &amp; Key Results
 
 
 
 
 Key Area
 
 
 Key Objectives
 
 
 Key Results
 
 Governance, Compliance &amp; Risk Management Strengthen and enhance the existing governance framework to ensure continued compliance and proactive risk mitigation across all subsidiaries and jurisdictions.
 
 
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 Governance framework reviewed and approved by the Board within 6 months.
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 100% of entities adopt updated compliance policies and procedures.
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 Zero material regulatory breaches or penalties reported annually.
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 Quarterly legal risk register submitted to the Board.
 
 
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 Strategic Legal Advisory &amp;
 
 
 Business Enablement
 
 
 Provide proactive legal support that enables strategic growth, new market entry, and major business initiatives
 
 
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 Legal input delivered on 100% of strategic projects (M&amp;A, JVs, partnerships).
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 Contribute to at least 3 strategic growth initiatives with demonstrable risk mitigation.
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 90%+ satisfaction rating from the Executive Committee and business units on legal advisory support.
 
 
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 M&amp;A and Transactional
 
 
 Leadership
 
 
 Lead legal due diligence and execution for mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions
 
 
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 Legal due diligence completed for 100% of targeted transactions.
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 All transaction documents drafted and finalised within agreed timelines.
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 Post-deal legal integration checklist completed with zero critical issues identified.
 
 
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 Contracting &amp; Commercial
 
 
 Excellence
 
 
 Strengthen contract governance and improve efficiency, speed, and risk mitigation in all commercial agreements
 
 
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 95% of contracts reviewed and finalised within SLA timelines.
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 Contract dispute incidents reduced by at least 20% year-on-year.
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 Centralised contract management system implemented with &gt;90% adoption.
 
 
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 Leadership &amp; External
 
 
 Stakeholder Engagement
 
 
 Build a high-performing legal function and maintain strong relationships with regulators, authorities, and external
 
 
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 Legal department engagement score &gt;85%.
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 Preferred panel of external counsel established, reducing legal costs by 15%.
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 Regular engagement with key regulators maintained (minimum 2 formal meetings annually per jurisdiction).
 
 
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