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legal executive/paralegal and pa to general legal counsel

legal executive paralegal and pa to general legal counsel

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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 </ul>
 
 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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 </ul>
 
 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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 </ul>
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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

Vistas Global

Job PurposeThe Legal Specialist will provide high-quality, business-focused legal support to a large, diversified organization and its subsidiaries. The role is responsible for reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and managing a wide range of commercial and employment-related contracts, while advising on legal risks, compliance, and dispute resolution to support operational and strategic objectives.Key ResponsibilitiesContracting &amp; Legal Advisory<ul><li>Review, draft, negotiate, and advise on contracts including service agreements, supplier terms and conditions, statements of work, licenses, confidentiality agreements, employment and consultancy agreements.</li><li>Provide clear, practical, and commercially sound legal advice to internal stakeholders.</li><li>Identify legal risks and potential exposures and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.</li><li>Support contract disputes, claims, and settlements in coordination with internal departments and external counsel.</li><li>Assist with legal matters including customer complaints, employment issues, and other legal disputes as required.</li></ul>Contract Management &amp; Governance<ul><li>Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of contract policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.</li><li>Monitor contractual obligations and assess the impact of changes on current and future agreements.</li><li>Identify opportunities to enhance contracting processes, compliance, and operational efficiency.</li></ul>Legal Research &amp; Compliance<ul><li>Conduct legal research and provide advice on relevant laws, regulations, and legal developments.</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and governance standards.</li><li>Maintain high ethical standards and act with integrity in all professional dealings.</li></ul>Stakeholder Engagement<ul><li>Collaborate closely with internal departments in a multicultural, cross-functional environment.</li><li>Build effective working relationships with internal stakeholders and external advisors.</li><li>Support management on legal initiatives and operational priorities.</li></ul>Data Protection, Safety &amp; Environment<ul><li>Ensure compliance with data protection, confidentiality, and information security requirements.</li><li>Adhere to all health, safety, security, and environmental policies and procedures.</li><li>Contribute to organizational environmental and sustainability objectives.</li></ul>Professional Development &amp; Other Duties<ul><li>Maintain up-to-date legal knowledge and awareness of industry developments.</li><li>Support training, knowledge transfer, and mentoring initiatives as required.</li><li>Perform other legal and departmental duties assigned by management.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; ExperienceEssential:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law or equivalent.</li><li>Qualified lawyer in a recognized jurisdiction.</li><li>Minimum 6 years of relevant legal experience.</li><li>Experience in a law firm or in-house legal function.</li><li>Strong experience in contract drafting, review, and negotiation.</li><li>Fluent in written and spoken English.</li></ul>Preferred:<ul><li>Qualification in a common law jurisdiction.</li><li>Experience in a large, multinational or matrixed organization.</li><li>Contract management experience.</li><li>Exposure to multicultural working environments.</li></ul>Skills &amp; Competencies<ul><li>Excellent legal drafting and commercial negotiation skills.</li><li>Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Commercially aware and solutions oriented.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly MS Word.</li><li>Self-motivated, adaptable, and proactive.</li></ul>Job Type: Temporary Contract length: 3 monthsPay: QAR18,000.00 - QAR19,000.00 per monthApplication Question(s):<ul><li>can you join immediately </li></ul>Education:<ul><li>Bachelor's (Required)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>legal : 5 years (Required)</li></ul>License/Certification:<ul><li>QID At least 4 months (Preferred)</li></ul>

Legal Specialist (temporary)

Faithful Executive - Leader in Interim Management, Consulting & Executive Search

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 At Faithful Executive, we pride ourselves on connecting exceptional talent with outstanding opportunities across the Middle East. Our commitment to excellence and trust makes us a key partner for both clients and candidates.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We are currently recruiting on behalf of one of our private clients, a
 
 prestigious family-owned group based in Doha, Qatar
 
 , with diversified industries. As part of their continued development, they are seeking a high-caliber legal professional to join their leadership team through the following role:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Position: Legal Advisor
 
 
 
 
 Location: Doha, Qatar
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 Provide strategic legal guidance
 
 across the group to ensure compliance with Qatari laws, regulations, and internal governance frameworks.
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 Draft, review, and negotiate
 
 a wide range of commercial, real estate, IP, franchise, and JV contracts.
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 Establish legal standards
 
 and authority matrices to streamline legal operations and manage group-wide risk.
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 Manage legal relations
 
 with external law firms, regulatory bodies, and key government entities.
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 Monitor legal and regulatory changes
 
 , and proactively advise leadership on risk mitigation and operational impact.
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 Support group-level activities
 
 including mergers, acquisitions, and corporate structuring.
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 Handle dispute resolution
 
 in coordination with internal departments and litigation partners.
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 Develop training programs
 
 for internal teams to ensure legal awareness and compliance.
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 Maintain proper legal records
 
 and reporting systems across all group entities.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Candidate Profile
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (Master&rsquo;s or certifications in commercial law, compliance, or governance is a plus)
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 8&ndash;10 years
 
 of legal experience within a corporate or group structure
 
 supporting multiple business units and senior leadership
 
 (GCC experience)
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 Strong knowledge of
 
 contract law, governance, licensing, and regulatory frameworks
 
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 Ability to work across departments and advise senior management with clarity and confidence
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 Fluent in
 
 Arabic and English
 
 (both written and verbal)
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Interested?
 
 
 
 If you&rsquo;re looking to step into a strategic legal advisory role with a prominent hospitality group, we would love to hear from you. Please share your CV in confidence at
 
 application@faithful-executive.com
 
 .
 
 
 
 
 
 #LegalJobs #LegalAdvisory #GCCCareers #ExecutiveSearch #FaithfulExecutive #LegalAdvisor #MiddleEastJobs
 
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Group Legal Advisor

SmartFit by Imotion

Supporting senior lawyer by conducting legal research, drafting documents (pleadings, contracts, motions), assisting in discovery, client communication, and ensuring compliance, requiring strong analytical, writing, time-management, and problem-solving skills. Providing legal and administrative support to RCH.qa clients throughout all stages of legal cases and transactions, from drafting memoranda and organizing files to following up on hearings and legal correspondence, to ensure the efficient operation of daily legal work.Key Duties and Responsibilities: The most important are the ability to learn quickly and adapt to the legal work environment, attention to accuracy, integrity, and tact in dealing with clients and official entities, and in general, the ability to conduct legal research using the company's databases and case files, as well as consulting references and electronic judicial websites.Legal and Administrative Tasks:<ul><li>Following up on case registration and submitting legal applications electronically or in hard copy (Taqadhi system &ndash; Investment Court &ndash; Ministry of Interior, Cheques Department).</li><li>Prepare and draft legal memoranda, warnings, contracts, and correspondences.</li><li>Collecting, organizing, and coordinating documents, evidence, and files related to cases.</li><li>Reviewing both new and old case files, especially enforcement cases, and submitting enforcement requests regularly and in a timely legal manner.</li><li>Organizing client, case, and criminal complaint files in both hard and soft copies.</li><li>Preparing a regularly updated schedule to organize court session dates, meetings, and legal follow-ups.</li><li>Preparing weekly or monthly legal reports related to ongoing cases.</li><li>Writing formal legal correspondences (to courts, clients, and official entities).</li><li>Archiving documents, decisions, and court rulings in an organized manner.</li><li>Proficiency in using email and Microsoft Office programs (Word &amp; Excel).</li><li>Handling judicial and electronic systems and finding solutions to any issues (such as the court e-system or Al-Meezan website), and visiting courts and official entities when necessary.</li><li>Preparing schedules for following up on cases, court sessions, and legal reports.</li><li>Full proficiency in legal Arabic and English.</li><li>Attention to precise legal details, especially deadlines for appeals, hearings, responses, and comments, and full commitment to confidentiality of information and documents.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: From QAR8,000.00 per month

Lawyer – minimum 2 years’ experience / EN and AR speaker

Kempinski Hotels

<div>
 
 
 Application Deadline:
 
 31 January 2026
 
 
 
 Department:
 
 Finance &amp; Procurement
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Qatar - Doha
 
 
 
 
 Description
 
 
 
 
 SCOPE
 
 
 
 The overall scope of this role is to safeguard the hotel assets and financial resources and ensure that these are utilized to maximize operating results.
 
 
 
 OVERALL OBJECTIVES
 
 
 
 To provide timely and accurate information and work together with the executive team in order for the hotel to run profitably and within the legal and corporate guidelines to maximize the use of the resources available and maintain a control over revenues and costs and help ensure that the hotel objectives are met.
 
 
 The job of
 
 Director of Finance
 
 is executed satisfactorily when:
 
 
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 All local and corporate guidelines and deadlines are met.
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 High forecast accuracy is achieved consistently.
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 Senior Management is provided with timely and accurate financial information.
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 Hotel fully operates under the terms of the Management Agreement.
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 Insurances are up to date and in compliance with local and corporate regulations.
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 At Kempinski, Talent Development is a management responsibility and consequently an integral and important part of our Managers&rsquo; daily activities.
 
 
 The
 
 Director of Finance
 
 fulfils their role as a Talent Development Ambassador when:
 
 
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 They actively support and implement Talent Development initiatives as a part of their daily activities.
 
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 They identify Training talents in their department and throughout the hotels as per below definition* and actively support their career development.
 
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 They support and initiate transfer, cross exposure and task force assignments for their team.
 
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 They personally conduct TTTTs with their team on a regular basis and take personal interest for their talents&rsquo; development plans.
 
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 They recruit and select potential talent according to the Company&rsquo;s current and future hotel, regional and worldwide needs including conducting interviews for positions in their department and their region.
 
 
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 *A Hotel Talent is an employee, who has the ability to do the current job in their hotel and can be promoted to the next level. Mobility is what makes this person a Kempinski Talent.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
 
 
 
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 Responsible for following and understanding all Kempinski Policies &amp; Procedures.
 
 
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 Responsible for behaving in a professional and harmonious manner and following the Kempinski code of conduct.
 
 
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 Responsible for understanding and following the terms of the Management Agreement.
 
 
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 Responsible for supporting, mentoring and developing the finance staff.
 
 
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 Responsible for supporting and encouraging training of all staff in financial matters.
 
 
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 Responsible for developing the annual business plan together with the General Manager and Executive Committee.
 
 
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 Responsible for conducting monthly P&amp;L meetings.
 
 
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 Responsible for monitoring and controlling all revenues and expenses and making the corresponding recommendations when needed.
 
 
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 Responsible for reviewing the cash position of the hotel in order to optimize the use of funds.
 
 
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 Responsible for preparing and submitting the quarterly self assessment report.
 
 
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 Responsible for preparing and submitting an accurate monthly forecast.
 
 
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 Responsible for reviewing and signing the Balance Sheet reconciliations monthly.
 
 
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 Responsible for ensuring the preparation of the accurate and timely monthly financial report.
 
 
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 Responsible for being the contact for the auditors and act upon recommendations in the audit report.
 
 
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 Responsible for continuously searching for new business opportunities to benefit the hotel.
 
 
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 Responsible for the control environment within the hotel.
 
 
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 Responsible for keeping and safeguarding all contracts, lease agreements, licenses, insurance policies and all legal and financial documents.
 
 
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 Responsible for maintaining good relationships with the hotel owners/representatives as well as external partners.
 
 
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 Responsible for communicating with the General Manager on any discrepancies or other potential problems.
 
 
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 </ul>
 Additional responsibilities and tasks can be added at any time according to the needs of the business and of the hotel.
 
 
 
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Director of Finance

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