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senior legal counsel

legal officer

Aquanow

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 About us
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Aquanow is a trading and technology company powering the next generation of financial services. We&rsquo;re at the forefront of the rapidly evolving digital asset space, empowering businesses to navigate the complexities of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technologies. As a leading provider of infrastructure solutions, we offer innovative services in cryptocurrency trading, liquidity management, and secure digital asset storage. Our platform is built to deliver seamless, scalable, and reliable solutions that cater to the needs of institutional clients and businesses seeking to unlock the potential of digital finance. Aquanow is committed to driving growth and shaping the future of the digital economy by offering unparalleled opportunities for innovation and advancement in the world of digital assets.
 
 
 
 
 
 With rapid global expansion, we have established offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Dubai, Malaysia, Turkey, and beyond. Our international customer base includes some of the world&rsquo;s fastest-growing fintech companies and leading financial institutions.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Your Contribution to Our Growth
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We are seeking a Legal &amp; Compliance Officer to join our growing Dubai team and support Aquanow&rsquo;s continued expansion across global digital asset markets. This is a brand-new, full-time role and a unique opportunity to work closely with senior leadership on core legal initiatives that directly support the business.
 
 
 
 
 
 In this role, you will act as a key legal partner to the business, supporting contract drafting, review, and negotiation across a wide range of commercial, client, and partner agreements. You will work closely with our Legal and Compliance leadership, including our Dubai-based team and broader legal partners to ensure Aquanow&rsquo;s legal foundations scale alongside our product offerings and international footprint.
 
 
 
 
 
 This position is well suited for a junior to intermediate crypto-focused lawyer who enjoys hands-on legal work, thrives behind the scenes, and wants exposure to complex, fast-moving commercial and regulatory matters in the digital asset space. You will play a meaningful role in strengthening Aquanow&rsquo;s legal processes while enabling teams to move quickly and responsibly in a highly regulated environment.
 
 
 
 
 
 This is a Full-Time, Permanent position working Hybrid out of our Dubai office.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What You&rsquo;ll Do
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Lead legal review, drafting, and negotiation of commercial agreements, including MSAs, NDAs, SLAs, partnership agreements, and client onboarding documentation.
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 Support legal due diligence (DD) for new clients, partners, vendors, and strategic initiatives, working closely with Compliance, Business Development, and Operations teams.
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 Provide legal guidance on Aquanow&rsquo;s crypto liquidity, trading, and infrastructure products, ensuring contracts and activities align with applicable laws and regulatory expectations.
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 Partner with Compliance to interpret and operationalize regulatory requirements across the UAE and other key jurisdictions, particularly as they relate to digital assets, financial services, and cross-border operations.
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 Review and advise on legal risk across business initiatives, including new product launches, market expansion, and strategic partnerships.
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 Coordinate with external counsel as needed on jurisdiction-specific legal, regulatory, and licensing matters.
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 Support internal stakeholders by translating complex legal concepts into practical, business-oriented advice in a fast-paced environment.
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 Assist with maintaining and improving internal legal processes, templates, and documentation standards as the company scales.
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 We&rsquo;d Love to See
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 3-6 years of experience in a legal role, law firm, in-house legal team, or a combination thereof, ideally within financial services, fintech, crypto, or technology.
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 Strong experience reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts, particularly MSAs and client-facing agreements.
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 Familiarity with regulatory and compliance considerations relevant to digital assets, payments, or financial services.
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 Knowledge of the UAE legal and regulatory environment; experience across MENA or other international jurisdictions is a strong plus.
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 Ability to manage multiple stakeholders across regions and time zones, balancing legal rigor with commercial practicality.
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 Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate risk and recommendations.
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 Comfortable operating in ambiguity and fast-moving environments; thrives in a startup or scale-up setting.
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 Genuine interest in crypto, fintech, and emerging financial technologies.
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 At our offices you will find a group of people that embrace diversity and value performance over pedigree. Every day we draw value from the diverse experiences of our team whose backgrounds include top financial institutions, tech companies, and non-traditional backgrounds. Our success comes from identifying exceptional people and providing them with the platform to reach their true potential.
 
 
 
 
 
 Aquanow is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, qualified veteran status, marital status, gender identity or any other unlawful criterion or circumstance.
 
 
 
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Legal & Compliance Officer

confidentiial

Job Title: Senior Legal ExecutiveLocation: Dubai Investment Park 2, Dubai, UAE Company: Sterling Perfumes Industries LLCAbout the RoleSterling Perfumes is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Senior-Legal Executive to manage the company&rsquo;s legal matters, ensure compliance with UAE laws, and provide support across contracts, agreements, and case management. The role will require handling corporate legal documentation, lease agreements, case resolutions, and providing timely legal updates to management.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Draft, review, and finalize legal agreements, contracts, and MOA (Memorandum of Association) documents.</li><li>Handle lease agreement cases and ensure timely resolution of related legal matters.</li><li>Provide regular legal updates on ongoing cases and ensure documentation of case progress.</li><li>Manage legal correspondence, notices, and resolutions for disputes.</li><li>Ensure compliance with UAE Labour Law, corporate law, and commercial regulations.</li><li>Liaise with external legal counsel, government authorities, and regulatory bodies.</li><li>Maintain records of all legal documents, agreements, licenses, and statutory compliance.</li><li>Support litigation, arbitration, and settlement processes when required.</li><li>Safeguard company interests in intellectual property (trademarks, copyrights, brand protection).</li><li>Provide legal guidance to management and assist other departments (e.g., HR) in drafting policies.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLB or equivalent). A Master&rsquo;s degree will be an advantage.</li><li>4&ndash;5 years of experience as a Legal Executive/Legal Officer in the UAE.</li><li>Proven experience handling lease agreements, MOA, and contract documentation.</li><li>Strong knowledge of UAE Labour Law, corporate law, and commercial regulations.</li><li>Excellent drafting, reviewing, and negotiation skills.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple cases, agreements, and legal issues simultaneously.</li><li>Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Fluency in English is mandatory; Arabic is an advantage.</li></ul>Preferred<ul><li>Prior experience in FMCG, manufacturing, or distribution industry.</li><li>Exposure to intellectual property laws and dispute resolutions.</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: AED8,000.00 - AED10,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

Senior Legal Executive

Confidential Careers

<div>
 
 We are a leading international real estate developer with a presence in over 150 offices worldwide and a strong, established footprint across the Middle East. Our portfolio spans landmark residential communities, commercial destinations, hospitality assets, and large‑scale mixed‑use developments.
 
 
 Driven by innovation, design excellence, and an unwavering commitment to quality, we create inspiring spaces that shape the future of urban living.
 
 
 We are seeking a
 
 highly skilled Legal Counsel
 
 to support our expanding operations across the UAE, KSA, and the wider region.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Legal Advisory &amp; Support
 
 
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 Provide timely, proactive, and business‑oriented legal services to all managerial levels across the Middle East business.
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 Deliver clear, practical legal advice on regulatory, commercial, and operational matters.
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 </ul>
 
 
 Corporate Governance
 
 
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 Manage corporate entities across the region, including formation, maintenance, restructuring, or liquidation.
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 Ensure full compliance with local regulatory requirements and internal governance standards.
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 </ul>
 
 
 Contracts &amp; Commercial Agreements
 
 
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 Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, consultancy contracts, development agreements, standard‑form contracts, and subcontracts.
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 Ensure all contracts protect the company&rsquo;s interests while supporting commercial objectives.
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 Regulatory &amp; Compliance
 
 
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 Maintain awareness of relevant legislative and regulatory developments impacting the real estate and construction sectors.
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 Support the Senior Legal Counsel on complex legal and regulatory matters.
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 Disputes &amp; Risk Management
 
 
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 Assist in managing disputes, claims, and legal notices on an as‑needed basis.
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 Provide early‑stage risk assessments and mitigation strategies.
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 Training &amp; Internal Support
 
 
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 Support the development and delivery of legal training for non‑legal staff.
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 Attend internal and external meetings, prepare written/oral legal advice, negotiate with third parties, and conduct legal research where required.
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 Qualifications &amp; Experience
 
 
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 Qualified lawyer with
 
 5&ndash;10 years&rsquo; experience
 
 in a reputable law firm or in‑house legal team, ideally within real estate or construction.
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 Strong experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
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 Excellent command of English (written and spoken).
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 Strong communication skills with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly.
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 Ability to balance commercial priorities with legal risk.
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 High level of maturity, discretion, and emotional intelligence.
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 Able to work autonomously, manage competing priorities, and operate in a fast‑paced environment.
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 Collaborative team player with strong initiative, drive, and enthusiasm.
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Legal Counsel

Dubai Careers - A Smart Dubai Initiative

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 Job Description
 
 
 
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 Represent the organization before courts and judicial authorities in all referred cases.1)1
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 Follow up with courts and official authorities regarding cases, monitor the progress of legal procedures, and ensure the enforcement of judgments.
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 Oversee the implementation of court decisions and judicial rulings related to all cases of the organization, in coordination with the relevant entities.
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 Attend court hearings and committee sessions as assigned, and prepare legal reports on the procedures carried out and their outcomes.
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 Assist in drafting memoranda, pleadings, and applications submitted to courts and committees under the supervision of the case manager.
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 Participate in drafting all types of internal decisions issued by the organization and ensure their circulation to employees and concerned parties.
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 Contribute to preparing draft reports on compliance verification to ensure that different departments adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies, and that all procedures comply with approved legal and regulatory frameworks.
 
 
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law or an equivalent qualification.
 
 
 
 Job Category
 
 
 
 Legal
 
 
 
 Advertiser
 
 
 
 Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation
 
 
 
 Educational-level
 
 
 
 Bachelor
 
 
 
 Required Nationality
 
 
 
 UAE Only
 
 
 
 Monthly Salary
 
 
 
 10001-20000
 
 
 
 Schedule-Time
 
 
 
 Full time
 
 
 
 Job Posting
 
 
 
 19/02/2026
 
 
 
 Unposting Date
 
 
 
 26/02/2026
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Legal

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:
 
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 Responsible for balancing conflicting business demands, producing high-quality, practical and commercially oriented legal advice.
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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.
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 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.
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 As required, provide support to the Head of Legal.
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 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.
 
 
 
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Legal Affairs Manager (Legal Counsel)

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:
 
 
 
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 Provide strategic legal advice and support to senior management, influencing business strategy an decision making.
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 Anticipate regulatory and legal risks, and proactively design strategies to manage them.
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 Perform legal and regulatory compliance risk assessments, propose creative solutions where applicable, and help advance business objectives.
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 Manage escalations, collaborate across other teams and develop solutions to enable business partners to achieve their goals.
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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.
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 Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, leading the adoption of cutting-edge legal technologies and best practices.
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 Manage legal risks and safeguard PayPal's legal interests, developing forward-looking risk management strategies.
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 Provide key inputs as an industry leader and expert, staying ahead of legal trends and influencing industry standards.
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Expected Qualifications:
 
 
 
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 10+ years relevant experience and a Juris doctorate degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Core Responsibilities
 
 
 
 Additional Responsibilities and Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 <ul>
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 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>
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 Dealing with regulatory issues and advising on the impact of new and existing laws and regulations and local governance matters.
 </li>
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 Advising on and negotiating agreements with key partners, payment processors and financial institutions to further the expansion of the PayPal business.
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 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:
 
 
 
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 Admitted as a lawyer with at least 6 year&rsquo;s post-admission experience gained in a law firm or as in-house counsel
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 Experience in banking, payments, financial services or fintech would be desirable
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 Ability to collaborate with senior management and cross functional stakeholders
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 Accomplished senior lawyer with a keen attention for detail and an ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
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 Creative thinker with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to stay calm under challenging circumstances
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 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
 
 
 
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 </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

Transguard Group

<div>
 
 Transguard Group was established in 2001 and has diversified significantly, we lead in the fields of Cash Services, Security Services, Manpower Services, Facilities Management &amp; Aviation. Transguard Group is the UAE&rsquo;s most trusted business support and outsourcing provider and has a large, dynamic, and culturally diverse workforce with 70,000+ employees!
 
 
 
 
 
 We are currently recruiting for a
 
 Senior Legal Counsel
 
 to join our Legal team in our Headquarters, located in DAFZA, Dubai Airport Freezone.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Scope:
 
 Senior Legal Counsel is responsible for providing legal advice and support within Transguard, its subsidiaries and to external stakeholders in all aspects of the business. In addition, accountable for ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations of the UAE and other jurisdictions. The incumbent must foster positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the interests and risk mitigation for Transguard.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Financial:
 
 
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 Identify cost saving opportunities by working with the business units, Government, and Public Relations Officers
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 Work with the Legal Director to manage external legal budget
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Customer:
 
 
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 Develop and maintain excellent relationships with all internal stakeholders at all levels within the business
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 Internal Stakeholder management to ensure swift and clear communication and completion of tasks within a timely manner.
 </li>
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 Assisting and educating the business units with legal issues, as and when they arise.
 </li>
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 Preparing and conducting training to the business units on laws and legal principles and consequences of non-compliance.
 </li>
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 Supporting other members within the legal function, particularly the Legal Director on projects and transactions.
 </li>
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 Supporting the Head of PRO Services with drafting of corporate documents and maintaining commercial licenses.
 </li>
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 Regular meetings with business units to identify and manage areas of risk, financially and contractually.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Process:
 
 
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 <li>
 Maintain processes to optimize efficiency and timely finalization of tasks.
 </li>
 <li>
 Raising awareness of potential legal issues arising throughout the Company and ensuring that best practices are adhered to reduce any legal exposure for the Company.
 </li>
 <li>
 Reviewing and negotiating contractual documentation and providing legal advice on the same (including the provision of advice with regards to contractual obligations and potential liabilities/exposures, warranties, indemnities, and other terms and conditions of contract.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensuring that a good system of corporate governance is in place and adhered to (i.e. with contract approvals procedure, authority matrix and internal policies and procedures).
 </li>
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 Assisting with implementation of Company&rsquo;s compliance policies: drafting policy and setting up processes and procedures to ensure compliance.
 </li>
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 Keeping up to date with, and understanding, relevant laws and regulations relevant to the Company&rsquo;s operation.
 </li>
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 Preparation and presentation of monthly reports to the leadership team.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Innovation:
 
 
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 Identify external processes that can be moved online to save time and money.
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 Stay abreast of customs and regulations to ensure that Transguard remains compliant with regulations.
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 Identify and implement contractual changes required to ensure Transguard is adequately protected.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Selection Criteria:
 
 
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 Bachelor of Laws Degree
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 Admission to the home or other country's Solicitor or Bar Association
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 5-8 years of previous In-house legal experience in the UAE
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 General knowledge of MS Office
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 Written and spoken English.
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 Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and legal drafting
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Senior Legal Counsel

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