business development manager

property consultant

legal counsel

marketing manager

general manager

legal manager

Emirates Flight Catering

<div>
 
 Job Purpose:
 
 
 To provide sound, timely and strategic legal advice and support to the Company and its subsidiaries across a range of legal affairs matters, enabling informed decision-making and the achievement of business objectives.
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Result Areas:
 
 
 1.Provide sound, timely and strategic legal advice and support to business divisions and internal departments (including but not limited to HR, Commercial Teams, Sourcing &amp; Solution, Finance, Internal Audit, Ethics, Compliance &amp; Privacy, IT, QHSE, etc.)
 
 
 2.Draft, review and assist with the negotiation of a wide range of contracts, corporate and legal documentation to support the Company*s initiatives; Identify and analyze risk areas from a legal perspective; Advise on contract conflicts and interpretations; Provide explanations and counter clauses to ensure that the Company*s interest is protected and the best commercial and legal positions are maintained.
 
 
 3.Provide effective legal inputs on various Company*s strategic initiatives, projects, policies and process improvement/ development.
 
 
 4. Conduct research on various legal matters, including issues on legal applicability, best market practices, commentaries and jurisprudence.
 
 
 5.Keep abreast of all legal and regulatory changes that may affect the Company across all areas; Suggest amendments to internal policies, SOPs and contracts to reflect those changes.
 
 
 6.Plan and oversee the legal activities involved in the preparation, processing, review, maintenance and distribution of legal records, documents, reports and correspondence, including liaising with translators, notary public, Government entities and external counsels.
 
 
 7.Appear at various internal forums for imparting legal awareness training; Educate the business teams and individuals involved in negotiating complex commercial deals, such that they are equipped with the necessary knowledge and subsequently work with them as the agreements are drafted, revised and completed.
 
 
 8.Assist with Insurance-related matters.
 
 
 9.Manage, maintain and propose improvements to the Legal Department*s Matter Management System; Ensure proper filing and record-keeping of the legal documentation. Ensure compliance with the Legal Department*s SOPs, processes and procedures, escalation matrices and standards.
 
 
 10. Engage and coordinate with external counsel as required, ensuring timelines are met, budgets are adhered to, and effective liaison with the business is maintained.
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Context:
 
 <ul>
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 Responsible for balancing conflicting business demands, producing high-quality, practical and commercially oriented legal advice.
 </li>
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 Where required, managing allocated outsourced work and communicating effectively to ensure relevant stakeholders are fully informed of progress towards the resolution of problems and the completion of their projects. Ensure that complex or high-level matters are completed correctly and referred to the Head of Legal as appropriate.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure professional knowledge is maintained and applied by monitoring and reviewing legal publications and legislative changes, attending regular training, and ensuring that any such changes are shared within the team.
 </li>
 <li>
 As required, provide support to the Head of Legal.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Knowledge, Skills &amp; Minimum Experience:
 
 
 Education Qualification:
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications: Law degree from a recognized university, including qualification as a solicitor, barrister, attorney or equivalent.
 
 
 
 
 
 Work Experience:
 
 
 
 
 
 a) Years of Experience: 5+ years post-graduate experience in a corporate group, in-house legal department, or law firm. Previous UK, UAE or other GCC country experience will be an advantage.
 
 
 
 
 
 b) Area of Experience: Generalist. Specialized knowledge and experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements and advising on Company-wide projects.
 
 
 
 
 
 Skills:
 
 
 a) An excellent technical and practical knowledge of contract law, close attention to detail, the ability to priorities workload and be an effective communicator.
 
 
 b) Excellent English language written and verbal communication skills.
 
 
 c) Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team setting.
 
 
 d) Ability to manage both day-to-day operations as well as project work.
 
 
 
</div>

Legal Affairs Manager (Legal Counsel)

Alpago

<div>
 
 Alpago Group is seeking an experienced
 
 Legal Counsel
 
 to provide legal support across its Design &amp; Build, Manufacturing, and related business units. The role will support the business by managing legal risk, advising on contracts and compliance matters, and ensuring alignment with UAE laws and regulations while enabling commercial objectives.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 &bull; Draft, review, negotiate, and advise on a wide range of contracts including Design &amp; Build contracts, subcontracts, consultancy agreements, supply agreements, NDAs, and MOUs.
 
 
 &bull; Provide legal advice to management, commercial, project, and procurement teams on contractual rights, obligations, and risk exposure.
 
 
 &bull; Support tendering activities by reviewing contractual terms, risk allocations, and deviations.
 
 
 &bull; Advise on claims, variations, disputes, and potential litigation; coordinate with external counsel where required.
 
 
 &bull; Ensure compliance with applicable UAE laws, regulations, and industry standards.
 
 
 &bull; Support corporate governance matters, including resolutions, powers of attorney, and internal policies.
 
 
 &bull; Assist with regulatory matters, licensing, and authority requirements where applicable.
 
 
 &bull; Support dispute avoidance strategies and provide early legal input to mitigate contractual and commercial risks.
 
 
 &bull; Maintain a contract database and ensure proper legal documentation and record-keeping.
 
 
 &bull; Monitor legal developments relevant to construction, employment, and commercial law and advise the business accordingly.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications &amp; Experience
 
 
 
 &bull; Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Law (LLB); Master&rsquo;s degree or professional legal qualification is an advantage.
 
 
 &bull; 6&ndash;10 years of post-qualification experience, preferably within construction, engineering, real estate, or infrastructure sectors.
 
 
 &bull; Strong experience in UAE law; GCC experience is an advantage.
 
 
 &bull; Experience supporting Design &amp; Build, construction contracts, or manufacturing operations is highly preferred.
 
 
 &bull; Strong drafting, negotiation, and contract management skills.
 
 
 &bull; Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
 
 
 &bull; Ability to work independently and manage multiple matters simultaneously.
 
</div>

Legal Counsel

GLOBAL TAX ASSISTANT-FZCO

About Us:We are an international consulting firm specializing in accounting support, tax structuring, business registration, and legal tax protection. Due to company expansion, we are seeking a Head of Legal Department to lead our legal team and drive strategic initiatives.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Providing legal support to clients in UAE jurisdictions, including corporate structuring, company formation, licensing, contract drafting, and immigration matters;</li><li>Independently managing client cases end-to-end, including complex, non-standard, and reputation-sensitive projects;</li><li>Supporting transactions and business structuring projects, including M&amp;A and investment transactions;</li><li>Liaising with government authorities, free economic zones, and regulatory bodies;</li><li>Monitoring changes in UAE and GCC legislation, assessing legal risks, and preparing recommendations for clients;</li><li>Participating in the preparation of commercial proposals and legal risk assessments for new projects.</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Proven practical experience working with UAE jurisdictions (corporate law, licensing, banking, immigration, compliance);</li><li>Strong understanding of the UAE legal system, including free economic zones and financial centers (DIFC, ADGM, etc.);</li><li>Experience in independently managing transactions and projects, including elements of M&amp;A and investment structuring;</li><li>Fluent English (both written and spoken);</li><li>Previous consulting experience will be considered an advantage.</li></ul>What We Offer:<ul><li>Work schedule: 5/2, 10:00&ndash;19:00 (fixed days off);</li><li>An opportunity to realize your potential and enhance your expertise.</li><li>A friendly and value-driven work environment.</li><li>Team collaboration on exciting international projects.</li><li>Remote work from anywhere in the world.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: AED10,000.00 - AED15,000.00 per month

Lawyer / Senior Lawyer

PayPal

<div>
 
 The Company
 
 
 PayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years. Creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, personalized, and secure, PayPal empowers consumers and businesses in approximately 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy.
 
 
 We operate a global, two-sided network at scale that connects hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers. We help merchants and consumers connect, transact, and complete payments, whether they are online or in person. PayPal is more than a connection to third-party payment networks. We provide proprietary payment solutions accepted by merchants that enable the completion of payments on our platform on behalf of our customers.
 
 
 We offer our customers the flexibility to use their accounts to purchase and receive payments for goods and services, as well as the ability to transfer and withdraw funds. We enable consumers to exchange funds more safely with merchants using a variety of funding sources, which may include a bank account, a PayPal or Venmo account balance, PayPal and Venmo branded credit products, a credit card, a debit card, certain cryptocurrencies, or other stored value products such as gift cards, and eligible credit card rewards. Our PayPal, Venmo, and Xoom products also make it safer and simpler for friends and family to transfer funds to each other. We offer merchants an end-to-end payments solution that provides authorization and settlement capabilities, as well as instant access to funds and payouts. We also help merchants connect with their customers, process exchanges and returns, and manage risk. We enable consumers to engage in cross-border shopping and merchants to extend their global reach while reducing the complexity and friction involved in enabling cross-border trade.
 
 
 Our beliefs are the foundation for how we conduct business every day. We live each day guided by our core values of Inclusion, Innovation, Collaboration, and Wellness. Together, our values ensure that we work together as one global team with our customers at the center of everything we do &ndash; and they push us to ensure we take care of ourselves, each other, and our communities.
 
 
 
 Job Description Summary:
 
 
 This position will lead our legal function in the Middle East and Africa and is based in Dubai. The position involves working closely with the business to support key strategic initiatives across MEA in particular advising on the launch of new products, relevant law and regulation that impacts the PayPal business and its products and supporting disputes and litigation, data privacy and commercial negotiations. In addition, the role will provide governance support to relevant legal entities across the region.
 
 
 
 Job Description:
 
 
 
 Essential Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Provide strategic legal advice and support to senior management, influencing business strategy an decision making.
 </li>
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 Anticipate regulatory and legal risks, and proactively design strategies to manage them.
 </li>
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 Perform legal and regulatory compliance risk assessments, propose creative solutions where applicable, and help advance business objectives.
 </li>
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 Manage escalations, collaborate across other teams and develop solutions to enable business partners to achieve their goals.
 </li>
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 Develop a strong rapport and working relationship with business counterparts across the enterprise to help drive the delivery of effective legal services.
 </li>
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 Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, leading the adoption of cutting-edge legal technologies and best practices.
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage legal risks and safeguard PayPal's legal interests, developing forward-looking risk management strategies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide key inputs as an industry leader and expert, staying ahead of legal trends and influencing industry standards.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Expected Qualifications:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 10+ years relevant experience and a Juris doctorate degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Core Responsibilities
 
 
 
 Additional Responsibilities and Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Working with the PayPal business teams to advise on the development and implementation of new products and services, including the regulatory and business risk implications across the MEA.
 </li>
 <li>
 Dealing with regulatory issues and advising on the impact of new and existing laws and regulations and local governance matters.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advising on and negotiating agreements with key partners, payment processors and financial institutions to further the expansion of the PayPal business.
 </li>
 <li>
 Helping to develop and build the wider, non-legal team&rsquo;s understanding of relevant laws and regulations to encourage a culture of compliance and responsibility.
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 The ideal candidate will be an accomplished senior lawyer with strong interpersonal and organizational skills and a demonstrated ability to effectively and proactively provide sound legal advice, exercise good business judgment, work with senior management and execute on a cross-functional basis in a fast paced environment.
 
 
 To succeed in this challenging role, candidates should be mature, self-motivated and well-organised with excellent communication and problem solving skills. Candidates should also be flexible with a global outlook and collaborative working style.
 
 
 An ability to work in a matrixed environment with multiple stakeholders is essential. PayPal is a global company and the successful candidate will need to have flexibility to work with and occasionally accommodate colleagues in different time zones.
 
 
 
 Job Requirements:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Admitted as a lawyer with at least 6 year&rsquo;s post-admission experience gained in a law firm or as in-house counsel
 </li>
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 Experience in banking, payments, financial services or fintech would be desirable
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to collaborate with senior management and cross functional stakeholders
 </li>
 <li>
 Accomplished senior lawyer with a keen attention for detail and an ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
 </li>
 <li>
 Creative thinker with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to stay calm under challenging circumstances
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously, with effective resolution of conflicting priorities
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment and matrixed organisation
 </li>
 <li>
 Flexibility to work with colleagues in Europe, the United States and Asia and accommodate calls and deadlines aligned to their time zones
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 PayPal does not charge candidates any fees for courses, applications, resume reviews, interviews, background checks, or onboarding. Any such request is a red flag and likely part of a scam. To learn more about how to identify and avoid recruitment fraud please visit https://careers.pypl.com/contact-us.
 
 
 For the majority of employees, PayPal's balanced hybrid work model offers 3 days in the office for effective in-person collaboration and 2 days at your choice of either the PayPal office or your home workspace, ensuring that you equally have the benefits and conveniences of both locations.
 
 
 
 Our Benefits:
 
 
 
 At PayPal, we&rsquo;re committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can&rsquo;t do this without our most important asset-you. That&rsquo;s why we offer benefits to help you thrive in every stage of life. We champion your financial, physical, and mental health by offering valuable benefits and resources to help you care for the whole you.
 
 
 We have great benefits including a flexible work environment, employee shares options, health and life insurance and more. To learn more about our benefits please visit https://www.paypalbenefits.com
 
 
 
 Who We Are:
 
 
 
 To learn more about our culture and community visit https://about.pypl.com/who-we-are/default.aspx
 
 
 
 Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
 
 
 
 PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at paypalglobaltalentacquisition@paypal.com.
 
 
 
 Belonging at PayPal:
 
 
 
 Our employees are central to advancing our mission, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can do their best work with a sense of purpose and belonging. Belonging at PayPal means creating a workplace with a sense of acceptance and security where all employees feel included and valued. We are proud to have a diverse workforce reflective of the merchants, consumers, and communities that we serve, and we continue to take tangible actions to cultivate inclusivity and belonging at PayPal.
 
 
 Any general requests for consideration of your skills, please Join our Talent Community.
 
 
 We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates. Please don&rsquo;t hesitate to apply.
 
 
 REQ ID R0133423
</div>

Director, Legal Counsel - MEA

Chalhoub Group

<div>
 
 INSPIRE | EXHILARATE | DELIGHT
 
 
 
 For over seven decades, Chalhoub Group has been a partner and creator of luxury experiences in the Middle East. In its pursuit to excel as a hybrid luxury retailer, the Group has curated a portfolio of over 10 owned brands and strengthened its distribution and marketing expertise for over 400 international names across luxury fashion, beauty, jewellery, watches, eyewear, and art de vivre categories.
 
 
 Every step at Chalhoub Group is taken to build a future where luxury dreams become reality &mdash; bridging cultures and crafting memorable experiences for our consumers. Be it by constantly reinventing itself, committing to innovation, or embracing new technologies, the Group is shaping the future of luxury retail. It delivers seamless omnichannel experiences across more than 950 stores, online platforms, and mobile apps. Driving this innovation journey is The Greenhouse &mdash; the Group&rsquo;s innovation hub, incubator, and accelerator for startups and emerging businesses, regionally and globally.
 
 
 Chalhoub Group fosters a people-at-heart culture rooted in diversity, equity, and inclusion, and a workplace catalysed by forward thinking and future-proofing. Today, it brings together over 16,000 talented professionals across eight countries in the Middle East, with a presence in LATAM. Their collective efforts have earned the Group the Great Place to Work&reg; certification in several markets.
 
 
 Sustainability is at the core of the Group&rsquo;s strategy, guided by a clear commitment to people, partners, and the planet. Chalhoub Group is proud to be a member of the United Nations Global Compact, a signatory of the Women&rsquo;s Empowerment Principles, and to have pledged to reach Net Zero by 2040.
 
 
 
 What You'll Be Doing
 
 
 
 As a Legal Counsel, you will draft, review, and negotiate procurement and commercial contracts in the UAE, ensuring compliance with UAE laws and regulations while enabling efficient sourcing and supplier relationships.
 
 
 
 Your Responsibilities Will Include The Below
 
 
 
 
 Commercial &amp; Procurement Contracts:
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Draft, review, and negotiate procurement- and operations-related agreements, including:
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 Supplier and vendor agreements
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 Supply and distribution agreements
 </li>
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 Service and outsourcing contracts
 </li>
 <li>
 Framework agreements, MSAs, SLAs, NDAs, and amendments
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 E-commerce and logistics-related contracts
 
 
 
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 <li>
 Ensure contracts accurately reflect operational requirements, pricing structures, service levels, delivery timelines, and performance obligations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Partner closely with Procurement, Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance teams to support sourcing initiatives, tenders, and vendor onboarding.
 </li>
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 Provide practical legal advice on contractual risk allocation, including liability, indemnities, penalties, termination rights, and dispute resolution.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support negotiations with local and international suppliers to enable timely and compliant procurement decisions.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Regulatory &amp; Compliance (Operations-Focused)
 
 
 
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 <li>
 Ensure procurement and operational contracts comply with UAE laws and regulations, including Competition Law, E-Commerce Law, and PDPL.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise on regulatory developments impacting suppliers, logistics, distribution, and operational activities.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Contract Governance &amp; Risk Management
 
 
 
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 Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and commercial risks arising from procurement and operational contracts.
 </li>
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 Support the development and maintenance of standard procurement templates, clause libraries, and negotiation playbooks.
 </li>
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 Contribute to improving contract lifecycle management, efficiency, and consistency across operations.
 </li>
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 Proactively flag legal risks that could impact cost, continuity of supply, or operational performance.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 General Legal &amp; Operational Support
 
 
 
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 <li>
 Provide day-to-day legal support on operational and commercial matters.
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct legal research related to procurement, operations, and commercial law to support decision-making.
 </li>
 <li>
 Act as a business-oriented legal partner, balancing risk management with operational speed and scalability.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 What You&rsquo;ll Need To Succeed
 
 
 
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 <li>
 You possess at least 2 to 4 years of commercial legal drafting experience in a fast-paced environment.
 </li>
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 You possess a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Law.
 </li>
 <li>
 You are familiar with commercial contracts such as confidentiality agreements and service agreements.
 </li>
 <li>
 You have strong commercial negotiation skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 You are highly organized and possess excellent attention to detail.
 </li>
 <li>
 You are collaborative, eager to learn, and proactive.
 </li>
 <li>
 You are able to handle pressure, urgency, and multiple requests simultaneously.
 </li>
 <li>
 You are curious and willing to support the wider team within your vertical when needed.
 </li>
 <li>
 You are fluent in English. Arabic is a plus.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 What We Can Offer You
 
 
 
 With us, you will turn your aspirations into reality. We will help shape your journey through enriching experiences, learning and development opportunities and exposure to different assignments within your role or through internal mobility. Our Group offers diverse career paths for those who are extraordinary, every day.
 
 
 We recognise the value that you bring, and we strive to provide a competitive benefits package which includes health care, child education contribution, remote and flexible working policies as well as exclusive employee discounts.
 
 
 
 We Invite All Applicants to Apply
 
 
 
 It Takes Diversity Of Thought, Culture, Background, Differing Abilities and Perspectives to truly Inspire, Exhilarate and Delight our customers. At Chalhoub Group, we are committed to inclusion and diversity.
 
 
 We welcome all applicants to apply and be part of our exciting future. We ensure equal opportunity for all our applicants without regard to gender, age, race, religion, national origin or disability status.
</div>

Kraft Heinz

<div>
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 We are seeking an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to lead the legal function for the Gulf region and South Africa. The successful candidate will provide strategic legal advice and support to the business across a range of areas, including contract management, marketing and IP, company secretarial, compliance, and dispute resolution. This is a key role that requires strong technical skills, business acumen, and the ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders across the organization.
 
 
 
 What You'll Do
 
 
 
 
 Contract Management
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Support the drafting, negotiation, and review of contracts across a range of products, goods, and services.
 </li>
 <li>
 Implement an effective distribution contract portfolio management system.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop and maintain standard templates, processes, tools, and trackers to standardize processes within the business and improve existing legal processes.
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Marketing and IP
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Advise and support on advertising and marketing law matters, including competitive product claims, packaging materials, media copy, and advertising materials clearance.
 </li>
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 Review marketing materials content, data, claims, etc. and work closely with the Marketing and Regulatory departments to ensure a timely and risk-managed approach.
 </li>
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 Review marketing campaigns, sales initiatives, sponsorship, promotional strategies, and permissions - where required.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide local legal support to the Global Brand Protection Team and assist in IP Enforcement and Anti-counterfeit matters.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Company Secretarial
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Support company secretarial matters and meetings.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure corporate secretarial compliance in the cluster, and mainly where the company has a local presence (UAE, KSA).
 </li>
 <li>
 Support company secretarial liaison with the global company secretary function.
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage corporate licences and registrations.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Compliance
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Assist (where applicable) in any internal compliance audits.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise and support data privacy-related compliance matters.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the legal trainings yearly agenda.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Dispute Resolution
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Advise and assist in any pre-litigation disputes and provide legal support in the resolutions of claims.
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage timely and accurate litigation reporting.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Labor Matters
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Provide legal advice on labor law and regulations in UAE and KSA, including employment contracts and labor disputes.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, including labor laws, social security laws, and workers' compensation laws.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Leadership and Management
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead the legal function for the Gulf region and South Africa, providing strategic direction and guidance to the team.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to ensure alignment and effective delivery of legal services.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop and manage the budget for the legal function in the region.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 What You Bring
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law (LLB or equivalent), LLM will be a strong benefit.
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum 8 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in a multinational company.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong technical skills in contract management, marketing and IP, company secretarial, compliance, and dispute resolution.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders across the organization.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong business acumen and understanding of the commercial landscape in the Gulf region and South Africa.
 </li>
 <li>
 Fluency in English (additional languages an advantage).
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Location(s)
 
 
 Dubai Office
 
 
 
 Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer &ndash; Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes
 
 
 .
 
</div>

Senior Legal Counsel GCC & South Africa

Dubai Holding

<div>
 
 
 About Dubai Holding Land Estates:
 
 
 
 Dubai Holding Land Estates oversees a diverse land portfolio strategically located across Dubai&rsquo;s most sought-after areas. With convenient access to major highways, nearby amenities, and flexible land use options, investors are presented with unique opportunities for development and growth.
 
 
 
 
 
 Through the centralization of Dubai Holding&rsquo;s land bank, Dubai Holding Land Estates focuses on large-scale master plans, ensuring alignment with the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, whilst also supporting the business&rsquo;s commitment to sustainable urban development and strategic land portfolio management.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Purpose Overview:
 
 
 
 The role holder is responsible for providing strategic, business-focused legal advice and transaction support across Dubai Holding Land Estates (DHLE) to effectively manage legal risk for real estate master planning, land-use changes, leasing, and infrastructure awarding. The role holder leads drafting and negotiation of land investor agreements and development transactions; ensures compliance with applicable UAE laws, regulations, and DH governance; interfaces with government and regulatory authorities to secure approvals and registrations; and communicates legal risks, implications, and options to senior leadership to enable informed, timely decision-making.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Legal Advisory &amp; Risk Management
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Act as a strategic legal advisor to DHLE, providing expert legal counsel to senior leadership to support business initiatives.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide strategic legal advice on master planning, land-use changes, parcel reconfiguration, leasing, and infrastructure awarding.
 </li>
 <li>
 Identify and mitigate planning, procurement, construction, and leasing risks; maintain a legal risk register for major land transactions and infrastructure packages.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise on all applicable legal and regulatory matters across the UAE and relevant international jurisdictions to protect the group&rsquo;s interests.
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage and oversee the Group&rsquo;s trademark portfolio and ensure effective protection of intellectual property rights, including enforcement actions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor changes in laws, regulations, and market practices, ensuring timely communication of impacts to leadership.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support and collaborate with Dubai Holding Corporate teams (Litigation, Financing, Employment, Data Privacy, Corporate Affairs) and provide CE-level reporting on key matters.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Government, Regulatory &amp; Approvals
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead legal interactions with DLD, DDA/Trakhees, Dubai Municipality, and other regulatory authorities including utility entities on legal matters to secure land registration, zoning/land-use change, masterplan approvals and permits.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise on development obligations, impact fees, public realm commitments, and utility interface agreements; negotiate servitudes/easements, rights-of-way, and utility corridor documentation.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Contract Management and Development Controls
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead and review contract drafting, negotiation, and finalization to ensure agreements accurately reflect commercial intent and comply with internal policies and applicable laws.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure leasing contracts and all standard agreements are updated, uniform, and aligned with regulatory requirements and internal guidelines.
 </li>
 <li>
 Draft, review, and negotiate SPAs, MoUs, Option Agreements, Development Agreements, JV/Shareholders Agreements, and co-development arrangements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop and/or review Master Community Declarations, Development Control Regulations (DCRs), ARC approvals frameworks, and governance of common areas/infrastructure.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Vendor Selection &amp; Management
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Evaluate, recommend, and manage external legal counsel to ensure access to specialized, high-quality, and cost-effective legal support.
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain strong professional relationships with external law firms and legal service providers.
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor vendor performance, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables, and escalate issues where corrective action is needed.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Policies, Processes, Systems &amp; Procedures
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Support the development and enhancement of legal policies, systems, processes, and controls to deliver excellence, innovation, and compliance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee the implementation of major legal procedural standards and ensure all areas of the function adhere to regulatory and internal governance requirements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Own DHLE Legal template suite for transactions, leases, and procurement; implement approval matrices, contract routing, and document control; integrate with BCM and governance requirements
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Requirements:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor of Laws degree (LL.B) or Juris Doctor (J.D) or equivalent from an internationally recognized law school or university and admission (to the relevant bar or equivalent) to practice law in a recognized jurisdiction.
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum 8 years of post-qualification legal experience.
 </li>
 <li>
 Senior roles within in-house legal functions or recognized law firms, with strong exposure to real estate development, land transactions, leasing, and infrastructure/EPC contracting.
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrable track record advising senior management on complex land, planning, and commercial matters across UAE.
 </li>
 <li>
 Extensive knowledge of the UAE&rsquo;s Federal and Emirate laws, regulations, and standards.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About the Benefits:
 
 
 
 At Dubai Holding, we're committed to nurturing the success and well-being of our colleagues. Join our dynamic and diverse team, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive compensation, career development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment. We strongly believe in creating an empowered workforce that will help us build a connected city for tomorrow. We are committed to attracting the brightest minds and nurturing the most pioneering candidates who desire to make a great impact on the future of Dubai.
 
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Associate Director - Legal - Dubai Holding Land Estates

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Associate Director - Legal - Dubai Holding Land Estates