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Monarch Solicitors

The Role:We are recruiting for paralegals with acute commercial awareness, excellent written and spoken English, and who have completed the LLM, LPC or the BPTC course. Experience is desirable but not necessary.The Opportunity:You will be exposed to top-quality work, developing both your legal knowledge and commercial awareness, with full responsibility and early client access.This opportunity will suit someone who is entrepreneurial, commercially focused, self-driven and does not require supervision for day to day conduct of case work.Qualifications and Skills:We are ideally looking for a paralegal with experience. Although training can be provided.The Ideal Candidate:<ul><li>Must have a UK LLM and LPC or BPTC</li><li>Highly conversant with the conveyancing process and case management</li><li>Good understanding of company, contract and property law</li><li>Ability to draft all the usual documents involved in property transactions</li><li>Ability to maintain a case list and diary for each stage of the process</li><li>Strong commercial awareness for opportunities for the firm and the clients Ability to take new enquiries from potential clients and engage new work and clients</li><li>Ability to multi task, wear different &lsquo;hats&rsquo; and deal with competing priorities without delay</li><li>Focus on results over and above the client&rsquo;s expectations and experience of delivering exceptional results for the client</li><li>Ability to work to deadlines</li><li>Ability to maintain a personal yet professional relationship with clients</li><li>Desire to run a complex and varied workload</li><li>Interested in developing the department and to win new work</li><li>Good understanding of landlord &amp; tenant law, commercial property, residential conveyancing and property law</li><li>Must be self-motivated, driven and does not require supervision for day to day conduct of work a complex and varied workload</li><li>Ability to quickly get to grips with new areas of law and hit the ground running</li><li>Experience of delivering exceptional customer/client service Self-discipline to take responsibility of own work and deadlines and deadlines and to progress cases quickly and efficiently</li><li>Strong IT skills to use case management system</li><li>Ability to time record and mange billable time on files</li><li>Ability to ensure clients are regularly billed, client debts are kept to a bare minimum</li><li>Ability to time record using the firms case management software and bill to monthly targets</li><li>Ability to assist in the promotion and marketing of the firm&rsquo;s services via internal/external networking events, presentations and online articles</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and continuously striving for self-improvement and development</li><li>Personality traits required: High personal standards, ability to work under pressure, driven, adaptable, enthusiastic, proactive, team player, commercial awareness and can do attitude</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li></ul>What&rsquo;s In It For You:<ul><li>Constant learning &amp; development opportunities</li><li>Company pension scheme</li><li>Small team in lovely city centre offices</li><li>Early access to good quality work and client</li><li>Greater exposure to fee earning work than traditional firms</li><li>Autonomy in the role, yet with full support from management</li><li>Exposure to marketing and business development</li><li>Exposure to various legal disciplines &ndash;you won&rsquo;t be pigeon holed into one area of law</li><li>You won&rsquo;t be competing with hundreds of others for progression within the firm</li><li>The more successful our small firm becomes, the more opportunities there will be for you</li><li>No glass ceilings - the role will become what you make it</li></ul>The Firm:Monarch Solicitors are a niche and respected, award winning commercial law firmOur ethos is to provide a very personal approach in how we deal with each case and focus on results for the client.For more information about our firm please visit our website: www.monarchsolicitors.comApplications:Apply now with a CV and cover letter for an immediate interview.STRICTLY NO AGENCIES - NO CALLS FROM AGENCIES WILL BE ACCEPTED.Job Type: Full-timeJob Type: Full-timePay: AED4,000.00 - AED8,000.00 per month

Paralegal

Majid Al Futtaim

<div>
 
 
 BUSINESS INTRODUCTION
 
 
 
 Majid Al Futtaim Holding is the leading shopping mall, retail, communities, entertainment developer and operator in the Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia regions. With over 45,000 people, revenues of over US$ 11 Billion, and operations in 18 countries. Some of the iconic brands we carry include Mall of the Emirates, Carrefour, All Saints, Lego, City Center, Abercrombie &amp; Fitch, &amp; Vox Cinemas. We believe in making Great Moments for Everyone, Every day.
 
 
 
 
 
 JOB TITLE
 
 
 
 Paralegal
 
 
 
 
 
 ROLE SUMMARY
 
 
 
 The Paralegal is responsible for providing legal support to all legal counsels and the Corporate Affairs function within the Majid Al Futtaim Entertainment Legal team. This includes assisting with day-to-day legal tasks and documentation. The role also involves processing legal department invoices and expenses. Additionally, the Paralegal monitors payment statuses to ensure timely follow-up and completion.
 
 
 
 
 
 ROLE PROFILE
 
 
 <ul>
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 Draft and review legal documents, including standard templates and less complex agreements, under the supervision of a Senior Legal Counsel.
 </li>
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 Assist with legal administrative tasks, including due diligence processes, licensing applications, and preparation of legal reports and correspondence.
 </li>
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 Proofread and redline legal documents for accuracy, grammar, defined terms, and formatting, ensuring consistency and correctness.
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 Coordinate closing and post-closing activities, such as preparing checklists, executing documents, and handling registrations and original document distribution.
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 Conduct factual legal research and analysis using various resources, including legal databases and internal systems.
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 Manage legal department invoicing, track expenses, liaise with external law firms, and support document submissions to government authorities as needed.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 REQUIREMENTS
 
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Strong attention to detail, ethical integrity, and a proactive attitude, with the ability to take initiative and demonstrate leadership in business practices.
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 Excellent analytical, drafting, negotiating, and communication skills, combined with flexibility, independence, motivation, and strong interpersonal abilities.
 </li>
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 Minimum of 2 to 3 years of experience in a paralegal role within a comparable company, with a focus on general corporate and commercial legal work; Gulf Cooperation Council regional and international experience preferred.
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 Formal legal education required, with fluency in both Arabic and English essential.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 WHAT WE OFFER
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 At Majid Al Futtaim, we&rsquo;re on a mission to create great moments, to spread happiness, to build, experiences that stay in our memories for a lifetime. We&rsquo;re proud to say that over the past 27 years, we have built a reputation as a regional market leader in what we do. Join us!
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 Work in a friendly environment, where everyone shares positive vibes and excited about our future.
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 Work with over 45,000 diverse and talented colleagues, all guided by our Leadership Model.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Fotis International Law Firm

Role Overview:We are currently seeking a talented and bilingual (Arabic and English) Paralegal to join our legal services firm in Dubai. This role is crucial in providing essential support to our legal team, requiring visits to courts, public prosecution offices, police stations, and other relevant authorities.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Conduct regular visits to courts, public prosecution offices, police stations, and other legal entities as required.</li><li>Assist attorneys in preparing and filing legal documents for court cases, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.</li><li>Liaise with court officials, legal clerks, and other professionals in the legal system.</li><li>Translate legal documents, correspondence, and evidence from Arabic to English and vice versa.</li><li>Gather and organize evidence, documents, and case materials for review by attorneys.</li><li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files, ensuring confidentiality and security.</li><li>Coordinate with clients, providing updates on case statuses and requirements.</li><li>Handle administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and organizing travel arrangements.</li><li>Stay informed about changes in UAE legal procedures and regulations.</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: AED5,000.00 - AED7,000.00 per monthExperience:<ul><li>Dubai law firm: 1 year (Required)</li></ul>Language:<ul><li>Arabic (Required)</li><li>English (Required)</li></ul>License/Certification:<ul><li>Driving license (Required)</li></ul>

Alta Real Estate Development

<div>
 
 We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Paralegal with 3-5 years of experience to support our legal team. The ideal candidate will assist in drafting and reviewing contracts, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards, and performing Know Your Customer (KYC) tasks. Additionally, the role involves managing legal documentation and providing support for off-plan real estate sales. This position offers an opportunity to work closely and under direct supervision with the General Counsel and contribute to the organization&rsquo;s legal and compliance framework.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Contract Management:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Under the supervision of the General Counsel, draft, review, and negotiate various types of commercial contracts, including NDAs, service agreements, and real estate-related contracts.
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 Creating standard templates of contracts and providing general support to business units
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 Provide recommendations for amendments and ensure contracts align with organizational and legal standards.
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 </ul>
 
 
 Compliance and KYC:
 
 
 <ul>
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 Conduct KYC processes to verify the identity of clients and stakeholders in compliance with regulatory requirements, as well as AML checks and screening, and support in performing Enhanced Due Diligence.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure risk mitigation through proactive management of compliance processes and ensuring the update to compliance policies and processes
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 Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
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 Assist in audits and regulatory reporting as required.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the General Counsel with the agenda for strengthening the ethics and compliance initiatives organization wide including arranging regular internal trainings
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Real Estate Legal Support:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Support the General Counsel with creating new SPAs and all other related agreements for off plan sales and project development
 </li>
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 Providing support to the General Counsel and business units in ensuring commercial terms are accurately reflected in agreements and provide regulatory and commercial guidance to teams in connection with project development and launches
 </li>
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 Carry out legal research and ensure compliance with regulatory compliance
 </li>
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 Liaise with internal and external stakeholders and solidify relationships.
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 </ul>
 
 
 General Legal Support:
 
 
 <ul>
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 Assist in conducting legal research, legal opinions and provide analysis and reports for internal stakeholders.
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 Maintain and organize legal documents and ensure their accessibility.
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 Support the General Counsel with managing litigation cases and coordination with external law firms
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 Ensure that policies are being implemented and periodically reviewed and updated
 </li>
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 Relationship building with the business units
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 </ul>
 
 
 Administrative Support:
 
 
 <ul>
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 Support the General Counsel in handling day-to-day legal matters and all project related matters.
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 </ul>
 
 Manage correspondence with external legal counsel, regulatory bodies, and other relevant parties.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Requirements:
 
 
 
 
 
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 Education - Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law from a common law jurisdiction
 
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 3-5 years of experience in the UAE as a paralegal, preferably in real estate sector, compliance exposure, corporate commercial law experience, or reputed law firm experience.
 
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 Knowledge of UAE laws and regulations.
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 Ability to navigate complex legal agreements and willingness to learn
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 Excellent drafting and writing skills in English
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 <li>
 Familiarity with compliance, AML requirements and KYC processes.
 </li>
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 Excellent communication skills and strong analytical nature to highlight critical legal and commercial issues.
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 Ability to work independently.
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 Well organized and able to work on several matters simultaneously
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 Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
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 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Maples Group - Legal Services

<div><div>OVERVIEW</div>
The Maples Group is a standard bearer in financial and legal services, trusted by many of the world&rsquo;s largest hedge fund managers, private equity firms and international corporations.
Our distinction flows from our carefully curated team: 2,500+ professionals characterised by tenacity, ethics and exacting excellence. Operating in key financial centres across the Americas, Asia, Europe and the Middle East, our international presence offers a unique springboard for career development and cross-cultural immersion. Our side-by-side financial and legal services are similarly ripe for interdisciplinary learning and growth.
The Maples Group looks to add a Dubai based Paralegal to our team and invites eager and qualified candidates to apply. We are committed to diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity as we attract, retain and develop world-class talent.
Who We Seek
Our merit-based culture suits professionals in pursuit of boundless careers and lives. Beyond their acumen, team members are collaborative and conscientious, bringing a healthy sense of drive and purpose to each interaction and to all aspects of their work.
About the Role
The Paralegal reports to the Partners and supports the firm's Dubai office. Primary responsibilities include:
<ul><li>Responding to client enquiries to explain the process of forming companies and partnerships, as well as the striking off or liquidation of such entities</li><li>
Explaining to clients the costs involved in setting up entities and the requirements for maintaining them in good standing, as well as explaining the annual return process</li><li>
Preparing formation documents for companies and partnerships and attend to post-formation and filing procedures</li><li>
Drafting agreements, minutes and documents based on firm precedents as well as preparing documents for legalization and apostille and liaising with our foreign offices and clients to ensure such instructions are supervised and completed on time</li><li>
Preparing a variety of documents for submission to the Cayman Registrar, the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority, the BVI Companies Registry and the BVI Financial Services Commission</li><li>
Liaising with the corporate administration team for all necessary filings/registration with the Cayman and BVI authorities</li><li>
Attending to internal administrative work</li><li>
Preparing legal opinions (including related director certificates, board and shareholder resolutions)</li><li>
Preparing registers of mortgages and charges for both Cayman and BVI companies</li><li>
Preparing fee breakdowns and cover letters to clients</li><li>
Drafting some letters/agreements (e.g. directors' resignation letters, consent to act as a director)</li></ul>
EXPERIENCE
What You Bring
In addition to indisputably high ethical standards and autonomy, the ideal candidate possesses the following:
<ul><li>Minimum 3-4 years relevant experience with international law firms or candidates with experience in a company secretarial professional services firm</li><li>
Ability to work under pressure, handling high volume of instructions from lawyers and clients</li><li>
Flexible and willing to learn, good team player and self-motivated with a strong sense of responsibility</li><li>
Fluent in spoken and written form of English</li></ul>
BENEFITS &amp; REWARDS
The most enduring professional relationships are reciprocal relationships. The Maples Group prioritises employee health and wellbeing. Depending on your location, we offer a range of benefits, including:
<ul><li>Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental and optical)</li><li>
Competitive vacation packages</li><li>
Educational assistance and professional development programmes</li><li>
Savings or pension plan</li><li>
Life insurance</li><li>
Travel insurance</li><li>
Global mental wellness programme
</li><li>Sports clubs and social events</li></ul>
ABOUT MAPLES GROUP
Over five decades, the Maples Group has grown from modest beginnings into one of the world's preeminent professional services firms, offering specialised fiduciary, fund administration, regulatory and compliance, entity formation and management and legal services on the laws of the British Virgin Islands, the Cayman Islands, Ireland, Jersey and Luxembourg.
You can learn more about the Maples Group on our corporate website. Experience our culture and our people on our Careers Page or on LinkedIn.
Maples&rsquo; standard policy to undertake various background screening checks, including criminal records checks, on all applicants to whom a conditional job offer is made. Maples will only ask applicants to disclose a past criminal conviction when a conditional job offer is made. If you have a criminal record it does not mean that your job offer will be automatically withdrawn. Maples will make all job offer decisions on a case by case basis and will take a number of factors into account, such as the role that you are applying for and the nature and circumstances of the past offence. You will have the opportunity to discuss the matter with Maples before a decision is made.
Disclaimer: All personal information collected during the application process will be used for recruitment-related purposes only. Please refer to our Job Applicant Privacy Notice at maples.com/privacy for details on how we handle personal information relating to job applicants.</div>

Trowers & Hamlins LLP

<div><div><div>Location/s</div>
<div>Dubai</div>
</div><div><div>Experience Level</div>
<div>Entry Level</div>
</div><div><div>Term</div>
<div>Permanent</div>
</div><div><div>Working Hours</div>
<div>Full Time</div>
</div><div><div>Practice Area / Department</div>
<div>International Corporate</div>
</div><div><div>Trowers &amp; Hamlins is a City-led, international and national law firm with over 170 partners and 1000 staff. With offices across the UK, Middle East and Asia. Our global footprint is further enhanced by our strategic partnership with Interlaw which works to facilitate our management of multi-jurisdictional matters. We have leading practices in Corporate, Litigation, Tax, Banking and Finance, Real Estate and Private Wealth.
We've always been proud of our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and value the variety of our partnership. We are different and we believe it is our people that make us unique. We expect and respect that you and your talents are too. Our strategic direction is shaped by a desire to grow our business in a way that is responsible and sustainable and has the principles of ESG at its core, guiding the way we operate firmwide. 
</div></div><div><div>Job Advert Description</div>
<div>The opportunity
Based in Dubai, the new recruit will advise clients on a diverse range of local company commercial matters within the UAE including Free Zones and help review commercial contracts.
What you will be doing
<ul><li>Advising on a wide range of company secretarial matters.</li>
<li>Advising on the incorporation of entities within the UAE.</li>
<li>Assisting on drafting commercial agreements.</li>
<li>Assisting on drafting and amending memorandum and articles of association.</li>
<li>Advising on employment law.</li>
</ul>
The new recruit will also be responsible for:
<ul><li>Building, maintaining and developing client relationships.</li>
<li>Assisting on complex due diligence exercises.</li>
<li>Pro-active participation in marketing initiatives.</li>
<li>Participating in firm-wide and departmental training sessions.</li>
<li>Assisting with training and development of junior legal staff.</li>
</ul>
What you will need
The firm has a Career Development Framework which sets out the competencies we expect of those at this grade. In particular for this role, the ideal candidate will have:
<ul><li>Directly relevant paralegal experience gained at a recognised and busy corporate practice from an international law firm.</li>
<li>Experience gained within the Middle East is an advantage but is not essential.</li>
<li>Law degree/ law conversion and LPC/SQE holder.</li>
<li>Strong research, drafting and organisational skills.</li>
<li>Commitment to exceeding client expectations.</li>
<li>Drive and enthusiasm.</li>
<li>Can do, hardworking and flexible approach.</li>
<li>Commercial awareness.</li>
<li>Interacts well with people at all levels.</li>
<li>Excellent spoken and written Arabic and English skills.</li>
<li>Excellent academic record.</li>
</ul></div>
</div><div><div>Trowers &amp; Hamlins is an equal opportunities employer and values equity, diversity and inclusion. All applications will be considered on merit and the applicant's suitability to meet the requirements of the role and will be treated equally irrespective of Ethnicity, Gender, Race, Disability, and Religion.
If you require any further information on any of our vacancies or would like to discuss any adjustments or additional support that you might need either during the recruitment process or after the offer stage, please feel free to contact our recruitment team on recruit@trowers.com
As part of our firm recruitment policy our candidates are subject to employment screening background checks. These checks include personal details, education and employment history, professional qualifications and credit and criminal checks as appropriate.</div></div></div>

Paralegal (Arabic Speaking)

Discovered MENA

<div>
 
 
 Title: Senior IP Lawyer
 
 
 
 
 Location: Dubai
 
 
 
 
 Salary: 20-25K AED
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Lead the company&rsquo;s global intellectual-property programme&mdash;trademarks, patents, copyrights, trade secrets, domains - by setting strategy, securing registrations, enforcing rights through takedown actions, oppositions, and litigation, and resolving disputes so that every core asset is protected and monetised.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Core responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
 Portfolio strategy:
 
 
 
 &bull; Design the annual filing and renewal roadmap by IP type, territory,class, and budget. &bull; Continuously audit the portfolio, identify gaps, and recommend defensive or defensive filings.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Clearance and prosecution:
 
 
 
 &bull; Oversee knockout and full searches, issue legal researches and opinions, and approve go/no-go decisions.
 
 
 &bull; Direct outside agents on national and Madrid filings; manage examiner actions, renewals, and records.
 
 
 &bull; Target &ge; 90 % registration success across all applications.
 
 
 &bull; Audit and keep updated internal IP registry.
 
 
 &bull; Lead copyrights registrations for difrent types of IP.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Enforcement and dispute resolution:
 
 
 
 &bull; Decide on oppositions, cancellations, DMCA notices, UDRP/URS complaints, customs seizures, platform takedowns, and litigation.
 
 
 &bull; Lead settlement negotiations and supervise external lawyer in multi-jurisdictional cases related to IP. &bull; Ensure strategic use of registrar, and platform abuse channels for ecient IP enforcement and domain recovery.
 
 
 &bull; Track and report cost-benefit metrics for every action.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Commercial support:
 
 
 
 &bull; Draft and negotiate IP clauses in licensing, distribution, M&amp;A, and technology agreements.
 
 
 &bull; Advise Marketing, Product, R&amp;D, and HR on proper trademark and copyright usage.
 
 
 Digital brand protection:
 
 
 &bull; Oversee monitoring and legal escalation of infringements across domains, app stores, ads, social media, and code repositories.
 
 
 &bull; Authorise rapid takedowns through registrars, Netcraft, Cloudflare, Google TCRP, etc. Governance and reporting
 
 
 &bull; Maintain an audit-ready docket and a live risk dashboard.
 
 
 &bull; Deliver concise weekly updates to the Head of IP and quarterly IP heat-maps to the Board.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Leadership
 
 
 
 &bull; Mentor enforcement specialists and paralegals; build SOPs and playbooks.
 
 
 &bull; Drive continuous improvement to cut cycle times and external spend.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Required qualifications:
 
 
 
 
 &bull; LL.B./JD and active licence to practise law in at least one jurisdiction.
 
 
 &bull; 7+ years of hands-on IP work, including global brand protection, takedown and domain dispute enforcement, and contested matters.
 
 
 &bull; Proven wins in oppositions, UDRP/URS, and at least one multi-country litigation or high-value settlement.
 
 
 &bull; Strong contract-drafting skills for licensing and tech transactions.
 
 
 &bull; Fluent English; an additional Asian or EU language is an advantage.
 
 
 &bull; Proficiency with leading IP-management and brand-monitoring platforms (Corsearch, MarkMonitor, Red Points) plus solid Excel/Sheets capability
 
 
 
</div>

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