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Confidential Careers

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 Overview:
 
 
 We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Executive / Paralegal to provide comprehensive support to our General Legal Counsel. This role combines the responsibilities of a paralegal with those of a personal assistant, requiring a candidate who is adept in legal administration, possesses strong interpersonal skills, and can manage multiple tasks efficiently.
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
 Legal Support:
 
 
 &bull; Assist the General Legal Counsel in preparing legal documents, including contracts, briefs, and other legal correspondence.
 
 
 &bull; Conduct legal research and summarize findings to aid in case preparation and strategy development.
 
 
 &bull; Maintain and organize the digital and physical legal filing system.
 
 
 &bull; Monitor legal regulations and ensure compliance with laws and corporate policies.
 
 
 
 
 
 Administrative Duties:
 
 
 &bull; Manage the General Legal Counsel&rsquo;s calendar, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
 
 
 &bull; Handle confidential information with discretion and integrity.
 
 
 &bull; Prepare and edit documents, presentation materials, and correspondence.
 
 
 &bull; Serve as a liaison between the Legal Department and other departments, external counsel, and stakeholders.
 
 
 
 
 
 Project Management:
 
 
 &bull; Coordinate and track the progress of ongoing legal cases contracts and agreements.
 
 
 &bull; Prepare reports and updates for senior management.
 
 
 &bull; Organize and archive all legal documents and files related to completed and ongoing projects.
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications:
 
 
 &bull; Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law, Paralegal Studies, or related field.
 
 
 &bull; Proven experience as a paralegal or legal assistant; experience as a personal assistant is a plus.
 
 
 &bull; Strong understanding of legal terminology, documentation, and the legal process.
 
 
 &bull; Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
 
 
 &bull; High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research software.
 
 
 &bull; Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
 
 
 &bull; Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
 
 
 
 
 
 Skills:
 
 
 &bull; Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.
 
 
 &bull; Discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
 
 
 &bull; Strong interpersonal skills for interacting with various levels of management and external contacts.
 
 
 &bull; Proactive and self-motivated with a strong sense of responsibility.
 
 
 
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Legal Executive/Paralegal and PA to General Legal Counsel

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 We are seeking an experienced and business-oriented
 
 Senior Legal Counsel (Corporate &amp; Commercial)
 
 to provide expert legal support across corporate governance, compliance, investment, and commercial operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in
 
 corporate and commercial law
 
 , with a proven track record in
 
 transactional activities, M&amp;A, and regulatory compliance
 
 within financial or investment sectors.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Draft, review, and negotiate corporate, commercial, M&amp;A, and investment contracts.
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 Lead corporate governance and compliance programs, ensuring alignment with applicable laws, regulations, and best practices.
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 Oversee due diligence, legal documentation, and transactional processes to safeguard the company&rsquo;s interests.
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 Provide strategic legal advice on corporate structure, commercial operations, and investment activities.
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 Collaborate with executive leadership on policy and procedural development to strengthen compliance frameworks.
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 Develop and standardize contract templates for corporate and commercial use.
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 Manage and mitigate legal risks across all business operations.
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 Support strategic initiatives in coordination with the Chief Legal Officer, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
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 Oversee legal budget and resource optimization to ensure efficient departmental operations.
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 Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, promoting legal integrity and corporate values.
 
 
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 Requirements
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications &amp; Experience:
 
 
 
 
 
 Education
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Law (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD) required.
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 Master&rsquo;s degree in Business Law, Governance, or Compliance is an advantage.
 
 
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 Experience
 
 
 
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 8&ndash;10 years of experience in a similar or related field.
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 At least 3 years supporting both commercial and corporate functions within finance, investment, or corporate governance.
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 Experience in an international law firm or reputable organization with a focus on corporate governance, compliance, and investments preferred.
 
 
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 Knowledge &amp; Expertise
 
 
 
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 Corporate and Commercial Law
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 Intellectual Property Law
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 Due Diligence and Legal Documentation
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 Procurement, Sales, and M&amp;A Contracts
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 Corporate Governance and Compliance Frameworks
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 Strong understanding of financial instruments and investment strategies
 
 
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 Personal Attributes
 
 
 
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 Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance legal precision and business practicality.
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 Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
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 High level of integrity, discretion, and professional judgment.
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 Proven leadership, problem-solving, and organizational capabilities.
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Senior Legal Counsel (Corporate & Commercial)

Linum Consult

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 Senior Legal Counsel &ndash; Doha, Qatar
 
 
 
 
 
 CLIENT
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Linum Consult&rsquo;s client is a major international company that works within the power and energy sector. They are currently seeking a Senior Legal Counsel with experience of working on the legal side of Business Development deals, to be based in their Doha office.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 RESPONSIBILITIES
 
 
 
 
 
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 Ensuring the activities of the company are conducted lawfully and in compliance with all relevant contracts, procedures, and regulations
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 Supervising and presenting advice on legal issues related to the rights, obligations, privileges, and cases with regards to the company&rsquo;s business operations
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 Contributing to the return and cash flow of the company through the provision of legal support in the development of contracts related to new projects
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 Drafting, reviewing, and finalising correspondence and contracts between the company and business partners, contractors, and clients, with a view to ensure compliance with legal requirements
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 Staying observant of the constitution, statutes, laws, rulings, and regulations in the state of Qatar and international markets. Following legal updates to determine any legal implications for the company
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 Checking and reviewing contracts/agreements with the Head of Business Development or Regional Managers, to ensure that the contract covers all terms that the Business Development team might have discussed with the other party
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 Ensuring that all documentary requirements have been adhered to before signing contracts/agreements with the various parties
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 Liaising with relevant professional advisers (e.g., external lawyers) to obtain external advice where appropriate
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 Liaising with the Head of Business Development to provide legal advice with regards to business development opportunities through exploring new ventures such as mergers and acquisitions, investment and procurement activities locally and internationally
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 Representing the company in all dispute/litigation cases with external parties in front of the judicial authorities
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 PROFILE
 
 
 
 
 
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 University degree qualification in Law, specialising in Corporate Law, from a recognised law school, ideally with Professional Certification
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 At least 12 years of Legal Counsel experience, ideally with 5 years within the power/energy industry
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 Demonstrable experience in an international setting
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 Strong understanding of Business-to-Business contracts, working on the legal side of Business Development deals such as acquisitions and power purchase agreements
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 Ability to highlight the risks and binding clauses in a contract
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 Fluent in English with very strong verbal and written communication skills
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 APPLICATION PROCESS
 
 
 
 
 
 
 If you feel that you have the right background of experience to take up this challenging position, then please formally submit your CV along with your current financial package details for the attention of Fatima Rodriguez to middle.east@linumconsult.com
 
 
 If your application has been successful, then we will contact you within 72hrs.
 
 
 
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Senior Legal Counsel

TotalEnergies

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 Contexte et environnement
 
 
 
 
 The environment is highly international with the presence in the country of a number of oil majors, enhancing significantly the level of competition between these IOCs.
 
 
 Qatar is developing an impressive number of projects in the energy sector.
 
 
 
 
 Activit&eacute;s
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 :
 
 
 
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 General Legal Support:
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 Assist in drafting correspondence and legal documents;
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 Under the supervision of the Legal and Corporate Governance Manager, provide day to day legal support to various departments within the Affiliate, including HR, CSR, COM, Finance, Operated Asset and OBO;
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 Under the supervision of the Legal and Corporate Governance Manager, respond to ad hoc legal inquiries and requests for advice from internal stakeholders;
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 Under the supervision of the Legal and Corporate Governance Manager, ensure timely and correct commercial registration of the TotalEnergies&rsquo; entities currently performing activities in Qatar and, more generally, provide assistance in all corporate-related matters;
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 Support in creating training materials for Affiliate-wide legal compliance education.
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 Legal Research and Analysis:
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 Conduct legal research on issues relevant to the oil and gas industry, including changes in the legislation, industry regulations, etc.
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 Prepare summaries and memoranda on legal findings for the Legal and Corporate Governance Manager.
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 Contract Review and Management:
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 Assist in the drafting, reviewing and negotiation of various contracts, namely services agreements, non-disclosure agreements, real estate agreements, employment related agreements, etc;
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 Ensure that contracts are aligned with Affiliate&rsquo;s policies and legal requirements;
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 Maintain organized records of all contracts and related documents.
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 Regulatory Compliance:
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 Support in monitoring and ensuring compliance with local, national and international laws and regulations relevant for the oil and gas sector, namely by performing the legal watch and identifying new laws and regulations relevant for the activities of TotalEnergies in Qatar.
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 Corporate Governance
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 Ensure compliance with corporate governance requirements and best practices with respect to incorporated joint ventures where TotalEnergies holds a shareholding interest.
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 Document Management:
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 Assist in managing the legal department&rsquo;s document and record-keeping systems;
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 Organize and maintain confidential legal files and records.
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 Litigation Support:
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 Provide administrative support for litigation matters, including gathering and organizing documents;
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 Assist in coordinating with external counsel as needed.
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 
 Profil du candidat
 
 
 
 
 
 Education:
 
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law or equivalent from an accredited law school. Strong academic record and demonstrated interest in corporate law, contracts law and regulatory compliance.
 
 
 
 Professional experience:
 
 0-2 years PQE
 
 
 
 Behavioural competencies:
 
 good organizational skills; attention to detail; ability to adapt to new information, procedures and industry developments; strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently when required.
 
 
 
 Technical competencies:
 
 excellent research, writing, and analytical skills. Ability to convey and explain information, opinions and arguments fluently and coherently.
 
 
 
 
 Informations suppl&eacute;mentaires
 
 
 
 
 
 TotalEnergies valorise la diversit&eacute;, promeut le d&eacute;veloppement individuel et offre des opportunit&eacute;s d'emploi &eacute;gales &agrave; tous les candidats.
 
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JUNIOR LAWYER (Qatari National only)

Acciona Facility Middle East

Job Title: Legal CoordinatorLocation: QatarIndustry: HealthcareJob Summary: The Legal Coordinator supports the Legal Affairs Department with document management, administrative tasks, compliance tracking, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare, review, and organize legal documents (contracts, MOUs, policies).</li><li>Maintain accurate legal files (digital &amp; physical).</li><li>Coordinate with departments to gather information for legal matters.</li><li>Track legal deadlines, compliance activities, and contract renewals.</li><li>Support regulatory reporting, investigations, and communication with authorities or external counsel.</li><li>Handle translation, notarization, and attestation of documents.</li><li>Ensure adherence to Qatari laws and organizational policies.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s in Law, Legal Studies, Business Administration, or related field.</li><li>3+ years&rsquo; experience in legal coordination, preferably in healthcare/public sector.</li><li>Strong knowledge of legal documentation and procedures.</li><li>Proficient in MS Office and document management systems.</li><li>Excellent communication and organizational skills.</li><li>Fluent in English and Tagalog.</li></ul>Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting their CV through Indeed and email: gayyanchirasurendra@acciona.comJob Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: From QAR1.00 per month

Legal Coordinator

KPMG in Qatar

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 About KPMG Qatar
 
 
 
 KPMG has had a presence in Qatar for nearly 50 years. We opened for business in Qatar in 1977 and are now one of the largest and most prestigious professional services firms in the country.
 
 
 KPMG in Qatar employs over 350 professional staff and partners. We recruit the best and brightest from around the world and currently employ more than 40 nationalities. For our clients, this means we provide Audit, Tax and Advisory services locally, drawing on the latest thinking and best practice from around the world.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Business Unit Overview
 
 
 
 KPMG Support functions (CSS) are functions that support and indirectly contribute to the main purpose. They include Human Resources, Learning and Development, Finance, IT, Client and Market and Risk Management. CSS provide direct assistance to other departments within KPMG to increase productivity and enhance customer experiences. While CSS teams might not directly interact with the company customers or stakeholders, they support the teams that do interact with these external constituents and help them to be more performant.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Overview
 
 
 
 The Legal Counsel will provide legal support and advisory services to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. The role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, advising on regulatory matters, and supporting risk management initiatives. The position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple business units while maintaining confidentiality and professional integrity.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Primary Job Responsibilities &amp; Accountabilities:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Contract Management:
 
 
 
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 Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, engagement letters, and vendor contracts.
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 Ensure contractual terms align with firm policies and mitigate legal risks.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Regulatory Compliance:
 
 
 
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 Advise on compliance with local laws, regulations, and professional standards.
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 Monitor changes in legislation and assess their impact on the firm&rsquo;s operations.
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 Risk Management:
 
 
 
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 Support internal teams in identifying and managing legal risks.
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 Assist in implementing risk mitigation strategies and internal controls.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Dispute Resolution:
 
 
 
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 Provide guidance on dispute management and liaise with external counsel when necessary.
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 Prepare documentation for regulatory or legal proceedings.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Policy &amp; Governance:
 
 
 
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 Contribute to the development and implementation of internal policies and procedures.
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 Ensure adherence to global and local confidentiality requirements.
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 Actively support governance frameworks by ensuring compliance with firm-wide risk management protocols, and ethical standards. Participate in internal committees or working groups to strengthen governance practices and provide legal input on strategic decisions impacting compliance and regulatory obligations.
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 Stakeholder Engagement:
 
 
 
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 Act as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders on legal and compliance matters.
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 Maintain effective communication with regulatory authorities and external legal advisors.
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 Provide necessary legal training to Engagement teams to ensure adherence to applicable laws and regulations.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualification and Experience:
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLB); Master&rsquo;s degree or professional certification (e.g., Bar admission) preferred.
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 Minimum 6&ndash;8 years of legal experience, ideally within a Big 4 or multinational professional services firm.
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 Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
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 Bilingual proficiency (Arabic &amp; English) is a must.
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 </ul>
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Associate Manager - Legal Counsel

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