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Qi Group

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 The Role:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Legal Counsel ensures that the company adheres to all legal requirements, providing expert legal advice, managing risks, and ensuring compliance with corporate governance standards. This role plays a critical part in protecting the organization from legal exposure and maintaining regulatory integrity across operations, particularly in the MENA region.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 <ul>
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 Corporate Legal Affairs
 
 
 
 
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 Provide legal advice to employees, management, and the board on a wide range of legal issues.
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 Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and legal documents.
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 Ensure all company transactions comply with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
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 Monitor legal and regulatory developments and advise management on necessary policy adjustments.
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 Advise on corporate governance matters, including board meetings, corporate filings, and regulatory compliance.
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 Prepare regular legal reports and updates for management.
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 Develop and enforce internal governance policies to ensure ongoing legal compliance.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
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 Risk Management
 
 
 
 
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 Identify and mitigate legal risks and liabilities.
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 Apply proactive legal risk management strategies.
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 Advise management on potential legal issues before they arise.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
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 Litigation Management
 
 
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 Manage and coordinate legal proceedings, including litigation and dispute resolution across the MENA region.
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 Evaluate potential legal actions and recommend litigation or alternative dispute resolution.
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 Engage and assess external legal counsel.
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 Oversee the legal budget and manage litigation-related costs.
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 Collaborate with legal retainers to align litigation strategies with company goals.
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 Assess litigation risks including financial and reputational implications.
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 Maintain detailed records and timelines of all legal cases.
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 Keep stakeholders informed of legal crises, including customer arrests.
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 Ensure legal support is available across all countries of operation to minimize market disruption and maintain customer satisfaction.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Additional Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
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 Manage intellectual property (IP) registration and protection, including trademarks, copyrights, and patents.
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 Oversee product registration in the UAE and other MENA countries.
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 Obtain required business licenses and activity approvals across regions.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 
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 Bachelor's Degree in Law with minimum of 5 years of work and litigation experience.
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 Licensed lawyer or legal practitioner with credentials recognized in a MENA country.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Required Skills
 
 
 
 
 
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 Strong knowledge of corporate law, procedures, and local legal systems in the Middle East.
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 High professional ethics, integrity, and responsibility.
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 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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 Proficiency in both Arabic and English, including legal translation.
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 Ability to assess legal situations with sound judgment.
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 Professional demeanor with strong representation and stakeholder communication skills.
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 Willingness to travel internationally for business needs.
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 Experience in managing legal teams and external counsel.
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 Familiarity with international law and regulations.
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 Available immediately.
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 If you are passionate and thrive to succeed in law, willing to take up challenges, and hungry for career growth, please send us your latest cv, will be happy to chat.
 
 
 
 
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Legal Counsel

Fortes Education

Job Title: Legal
 Counsel
 Location: Dubai, United Arab
 Emirates
 
Employment Type: 
Full-Time
 
Position
 Overview
 
We are seeking a dynamic and
 experienced In-House Legal Counsel to join our headquarters in Dubai. The
 successful candidate will provide strategic legal guidance across the group’s
 diverse business operations, which may include sectors such as education, real
 estate, property management, hospitality, school transport, engineering,
 facility management, technology and investment. This role requires a proactive
 legal professional who can balance risk management with business enablement,
 ensuring compliance while supporting growth.
 
Key Responsibilities
 
Legal Advisory &
 Strategy
 
Provide expert legal advice to senior
 management and business units on corporate, commercial, regulatory and
 contractual matters.
 Develop and implement legal strategies
 aligned with the group’s business objectives.
 Advise on legal risks and propose
 mitigation strategies across jurisdictions.
 Deal with correspondence, collate
 information and write reports, ensuring decisions made are communicated to
 the relevant stakeholders
 
Contract Management
 
Draft, review and negotiate a wide range
 of commercial contracts including but not limited to joint ventures, NDAs,
 service agreements, leases, contracting and sub-contracting agreements and
 procurement contracts.
 Ensure contracts are legally sound,
 commercially viable and aligned with internal policies.
 
Corporate Governance &
 Compliance
 
Ensure compliance with UAE laws and
 regulations, as well as international legal standards where applicable.
 Support corporate secretarial functions
 including board resolutions, shareholder agreements, transfer pricing
 documentation and regulatory filings.
 Maintain registers of shareholders,
 directors and secretaries, organise board meetings and AGMs, prepare
 agendas and record minutes.
 Draft all legal documents for new
 company set-ups including Memorandum and Articles of Association, Service
 Agreements, Power of Attorneys, etc.
 Register properties at the Lands Dept.
 and follow up to obtain the title deeds and take handover of the property
 Monitor changes in legislation and
 assess their impact on the group’s businesses.
 
Dispute Resolution &
 Litigation
 
Manage and oversee litigation,
 arbitration and other dispute resolution matters. Attend case hearings
 with the Group's lawyers at Dubai Courts, RERA and Dubai Lands Dept., etc.
 Draft notices and plaints pursuant to
 the executed contracts
 Liaise with external counsel and
 regulatory bodies as needed.
 
Cross-Border & Domestic
 Transactions
 
Support M&A activities, joint
 ventures and strategic partnerships across multiple jurisdictions.
 Conduct legal due diligence and assist
 in structuring transactions.
 
Stakeholder Engagement &
 Government Liaison
 
Collaborate with internal departments
 including but not limited to Finance, HR, Marketing, Purchasing,
 Engineering, Operations and Compliance.
 Build strong relationships with external
 legal advisors, regulators and government entities.
 Build relationships with key influencers
 in the Government across primary and secondary stakeholders; expand
 government interaction network and reporting.
 Conduct feasibility study for new
 partnerships, prepare draft proposals and facilitate partnerships as
 required.
 
Qualifications &
 Experience
 
Key Competencies
 
Strategic thinking with sound commercial
 judgment
 Excellent negotiation and drafting
 skills
 High ethical standards and integrity;
 Discreet and trustworthy with sensitive information
 Strong interpersonal and communication
 abilities
 Ability to manage multiple priorities
 under pressure
 
What We Offer
 
Competitive salary along with other
 benefits
 Opportunity to work with a visionary
 leadership team providing exposure to high-impact projects across multiple
 industries
 A collaborative and inclusive work
 environment
 
Interested candidates
 can apply on our website http://fortes.co/Careers

Boundless

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 Role Overview
 
 
 
 We are looking for a Legal Counsel to manage a range of legal and contractual matters during a short-term engagement. The role requires hands-on experience in litigation, case handling, and contract management, with the ability to prepare, review, and represent the organization across ongoing proceedings and legal obligations. The ideal candidate brings a solid understanding of corporate and financial regulations, sound judgment, and the ability to work under limited supervision within a fast-paced environment.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 Represent the organization in legal proceedings, hearings, and dispute-related matters, preparing case files, statements, and supporting documentation.
 </li>
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 Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts and agreements, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and protection of company interests.
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 Manage the full lifecycle of litigation and legal cases, from initial filing and evidence preparation to follow-up and resolution.
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 Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategy and decision-making.
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 Maintain comprehensive case records and documentation, ensuring deadlines and procedural requirements are met.
 </li>
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 Advise internal stakeholders on legal risks, compliance issues, and contractual implications related to operations and transactions.
 </li>
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 Review internal policies and procedures to ensure alignment with applicable laws and industry regulations.
 </li>
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 Prepare legal opinions, briefs, and reports for management as required.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications &amp; Experience
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law; Master&rsquo;s degree or relevant bar qualification preferred.
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 Minimum 10 years of post-qualification experience in litigation, dispute resolution, and contracts management.
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 Proven experience in case handling and court representation within the UAE.
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 Prior exposure to the financial services or banking sector is highly desirable.
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 Strong drafting, analytical, and interpretation skills.
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 Excellent written and verbal communication in English; Arabic is an advantage.
 </li>
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 Ability to work independently and deliver results under tight deadlines.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Contract Details
 
 
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 Duration: 3 months (extendable based on requirements).
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 Availability: Immediate or short notice preferred.
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 </ul>
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Senior Legal Counsel

Allied Vision Buildings

We&rsquo;re Hiring &ndash; Legal Counsel (2&ndash;3 Years UAE Experience)Allied Vision is looking for a Legal Counsel to join our team in the UAE.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide legal advice and support on corporate, commercial, and labor law matters.</li><li>Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and legal documents.</li><li>Ensure compliance with UAE laws and regulations.</li><li>Advise management on risk assessment and legal strategies.</li><li>Liaise with external counsel when required.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Skills:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLB or equivalent).</li><li>Minimum 2&ndash;3 years of legal practice within the UAE.</li><li>Strong understanding of UAE labor and corporate laws.</li><li>Excellent communication and drafting skills.</li><li>Detail-oriented with strong analytical abilities.</li></ul>How to Apply If you meet the above criteria, please send your CV to: admin@alliedvisionme.comJob Type: Full-time

Venture Search

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 Legal Counsel &ndash; Family Office &ndash; Dubai
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We are working with a well-established and diversified family office headquartered in Dubai, who is seeking to appoint a
 
 
 Legal Counsel to join their growing team. This is a key role providing legal and regulatory support across the group&rsquo;s parent entity and subsidiaries, ensuring compliance and protecting the company&rsquo;s interests in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Role
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Legal Counsel will act as a trusted advisor across the business, offering practical legal guidance on a wide range of matters including corporate, commercial, real estate, and regulatory issues. The successful candidate will play an integral role in drafting and negotiating contracts, supporting business units on day-to-day legal matters, managing risk, and ensuring that group activities comply with UAE laws and applicable free zone regulations (DIFC and ADGM).
 
 
 
 
 
 You will be expected to work closely with senior leadership and operational teams, providing pragmatic, business-focused legal solutions that enable growth while safeguarding the company&rsquo;s assets and reputation. This role offers exposure to high-value real estate and investment projects, corporate structuring, and cross-border regulatory matters.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 Provide day-to-day legal advisory support across multiple business units and subsidiaries.
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 Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, shareholder agreements, leases, and procurement agreements.
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 Advise on corporate governance, structuring, and M&amp;A activity.
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 Support real estate and development projects, ensuring compliance with property and construction laws.
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 Advise on regulatory compliance across UAE mainland, DIFC, and ADGM jurisdictions.
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 Support the resolution of commercial, contractual, and real estate disputes.
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 Collaborate with internal stakeholders to integrate legal considerations into operational decision-making.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Candidate Profile
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLB/LLM) from a reputable institution.
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 5&ndash;8 years&rsquo; post-qualification experience in the UAE, with exposure to corporate, commercial, and real estate law.
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 Previous experience within real estate, investment groups, or family offices is highly desirable.
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 Strong knowledge of UAE mainland law and free zone frameworks (DIFC/ADGM).
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 Proven ability to draft and negotiate a wide range of contracts and legal documents.
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 Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey legal concepts clearly to non-legal stakeholders.
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 Commercially astute, solutions-oriented, and adaptable to a fast-paced environment.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience.
 
 
 
 
 
 Please note that due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
 
 
 
 
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Hays

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 Your new company
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The client is a global technology company specialising in financial services, with offices located in Dubai.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Your new role
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 In this role, you will serve as Legal Counsel, providing strategic legal advice, ensuring regulatory compliance, drafting and negotiating contracts, and supporting various business functions in managing legal risk.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Your Duties
 
 
 
 
 
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 Draft, review, and negotiate a range of commercial agreements, including vendor contracts, client engagements, and strategic partnerships.
 </li>
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 Provide legal and regulatory advice relevant to fintech and financial services operations.
 </li>
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 Conduct legal research into regulatory changes, industry best practices, and compliance requirements.
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 Manage and maintain internal legal resources, including contract databases, registers, and governance documentation.
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 Coordinate with external legal counsel and regulatory bodies on legal matters.
 </li>
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 Support licensing processes and ensure ongoing compliance with financial regulatory obligations.
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 Offer legal guidance on corporate structuring, governance frameworks, and business expansion plans.
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 Oversee the full contract lifecycle and ensure adherence to contractual commitments.
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 Advise on data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR, UAE PDPL) and privacy compliance.
 </li>
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 Assist in managing intellectual property matters, including trademark filings and IP licensing.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide legal input on new product development, business models, and strategic initiatives.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 What you'll need to succeed
 
 
 
 
 
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 Qualified in a common law jurisdiction (UK, US, Ireland, Australia, NZ, South Africa).
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 <li>
 3+ years of experience in a similar role, preferably within a financial services firm.
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 Understanding of financial regulations and compliance frameworks is desirable
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 Fluency in English is essential; Turkish or other additional languages are a plus.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 What you'll get in return
 
 
 
 
 
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 Work with a multinational company
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 Tax free salary + excellent company incentives
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 Flexible hybrid working
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 </ul>
 
 
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Wego.com

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 About Wego:
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re on a mission to help people discover the real value of travel &mdash; to inspire, to give more reasons, to make it easy &mdash; for you to travel. Our company was founded back in 2005, and since then, we&rsquo;ve imagined and created some of the most well-loved products for travelers all around the world.
 
 
 Today, Wego is the number one travel metasearch engine in the Middle East. There are millions of users on Wego every month &mdash; people who travel for adventure, for work, for family, and for many other reasons. That&rsquo;s why we work tirelessly to make your experience of planning &amp; booking flights, hotels, and trips as seamless as possible.
 
 
 
 About the Role:
 
 
 
 We are seeking a dynamic and commercially minded Legal Counsel to join our growing team. As we continue expanding across the Middle East and beyond &mdash; with the goal of an eventual IPO &mdash; this role will be critical in providing expert legal advice, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting strategic initiatives.
 
 
 The ideal candidate will have strong experience in corporate and commercial law, a deep understanding of the GCC and broader Middle East legal environment, and exposure to capital markets and IPO readiness processes. Arabic language skills are highly desirable given the regional focus of our operations.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 Corporate Legal Support:
 
 
 
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 Advise on general corporate matters, governance, and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions (primarily GCC, expanding to other markets).
 </li>
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 Support corporate structuring, new entity setups, and licensing activities as we expand geographically.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Contract Management:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including vendor agreements, partnership agreements, NDAs, SaaS agreements, and service contracts.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise internal stakeholders on contract terms, risk exposure, and mitigation strategies.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 External Parties Engagement:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead legal negotiations with external vendors, partners, and service providers.
 </li>
 <li>
 Liaise with external counsel as necessary, ensuring cost-effective and strategic engagement.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 IPO and Capital Markets Preparation:
 
 
 
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 Support leadership in IPO readiness efforts, including corporate governance reviews, due diligence processes, disclosure obligations, and regulatory filings.
 </li>
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 Coordinate with external advisors (investment banks, auditors, legal advisors) as part of IPO preparations.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Risk and Compliance:
 
 
 
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 Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations across the GCC and key target expansion markets.
 </li>
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 Develop and maintain internal policies, templates, and best practices to ensure compliance and mitigate legal risks.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Internal Advisory:
 
 
 
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 Act as a trusted advisor to business units, providing proactive legal insights to enable strategic decision-making.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Requirements:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university; Master's degree or professional certifications are a plus.
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 <li>
 5&ndash;8+ years of post-qualification experience, preferably with a mix of top-tier law firm and in-house corporate experience.
 </li>
 <li>
 Solid experience in corporate, commercial contracts, and regulatory law.
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 <li>
 Strong knowledge of legal frameworks in the GCC and broader Middle East region.
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 <li>
 Experience supporting IPO processes or capital markets transactions is highly desirable.
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 <li>
 Fluency in Arabic and English (both written and spoken) is preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 Exposure to other emerging markets (e.g., North Africa, South Asia) is a plus.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Business-oriented mindset with the ability to balance legal risks and business priorities.
 </li>
 </ul>
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