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Crypto.com

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  About the Role:
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  Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis on regulatory and policy issues related to the crypto industry and blockchain technology, and leverage this knowledge to provide sound legal guidance and advice on tech-related financial regulation and crypto matters. Carefully draft and meticulously review legal documents and agreements, with a particular focus on tech-related corporate, litigation, and regulatory matters. Advise on ensuring compliance with the applicable laws and regulations governing financial services, crypto, blockchain technology, smart contracts, and decentralized applications. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product, engineering, and business, to offer legal guidance and advice across a wide range of tech-related matters. Represent the company with poise and professionalism in negotiations and interactions with regulators, policymakers, and industry stakeholders on tech-related topics. Maintain a vigilant awareness of legal and regulatory developments in the ever-evolving crypto industry and blockchain technology landscape, and proactively share insights and recommendations with the legal team and other key stakeholders. Interact with regulators when necessary.
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    Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis on regulatory and policy issues related to the crypto industry and blockchain technology
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    Leverage knowledge to provide sound legal guidance and advice on tech-related financial regulation and crypto matters
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    Carefully draft and meticulously review legal documents and agreements, with a focus on tech-related corporate, litigation, and regulatory matters
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    Advise on ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations governing financial services, crypto, blockchain technology, smart contracts, and decentralized applications
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    Collaborate with cross-functional teams to offer legal guidance and advice on tech-related matters
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    Represent the company in negotiations and interactions with regulators, policymakers, and industry stakeholders on tech-related topics
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    Maintain awareness of legal and regulatory developments in the crypto industry and blockchain technology landscape
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    Proactively share insights and recommendations with the legal team and key stakeholders
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    Interact with regulators when necessary
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    Possess 5-8 years of well-rounded experience as a lawyer, with a distinct focus on financial regulation or regulatory affairs, and a strong, substantive understanding of blockchain technology and the crypto industry.&nbsp;
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    Qualified to practice in UAE. Demonstrate excellent drafting and communication abilities, with a proven track record of effectively conveying complex legal and technical concepts to non-legal audiences.&nbsp;
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    Familiar with financial products and relevant licensing and regulatory requirements
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    Thrive in a fast-paced startup environment, adeptly working both independently and as a collaborative team player.&nbsp;
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    Exhibit strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the capacity to provide practical, solution-oriented legal advice on tech-related matters
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  We may use artificial intelligence tools to analyze the content of your Resume/CV against the specific requirements for the position. The purpose is to support our recruitment team in reviewing applications more effectively. These tools assist our recruitment team in their evaluation of your application by providing recommendations, but they do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans who consider the insights generated by the tools along with other relevant information. If you would like more details about how your personal information is processed, please contact us.
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Regulatory Legal Counsel

Taptap Send

<div><span style="font-size: 11px;"><b>The role</b></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">You'll join our energetic legal team of 7 lawyers reporting to the GCC Lead Counsel. This is a high-impact, broad-scope role covering the full legal lifecycle of our operations in the region: regulatory, commercial contracts, market expansion, product launches, employment matters, disputes, and whatever else lands on the legal desk.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">You'll partner across all business functions to advise on decisions, lead projects, negotiate agreements, and communicate legal issues to lawyers and non-lawyers alike, always balancing business priorities with legal risk. You'll drive growth by navigating new legal and commercial challenges (with local counsel support where needed) and won't wait to be told what needs doing.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;"><b>Responsibilities</b></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Lead legal support for market expansion and new product launches across the GCC</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Lead or support engagement with regulators and maintain our regulatory compliance framework across the GCC region</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Handle commercial contracts, employment matters, disputes, and general legal work as needed</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Work cross-functionally with business, product, compliance and finance teams to tackle day-to-day legal and regulatory challenges</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Collaborate with the legal team to identify risks and develop creative solutions that balance business priorities with legal requirements</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;"><b>Requirements</b></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Legal qualification +6-8 years PQE</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Significant in-house experience (startup preferred)</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Fintech/payments regulatory exposure (preferred)</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Fluent English and Arabic</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;"><b>A good fit for this role is</b></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Organized and autonomous: you juggle multiple workstreams without dropping balls</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Driven: you thrive in ambitious, target-oriented environments</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Solutions-focused: you find paths forward beyond problems</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Comfortable with ambiguity: new markets and products energize you, not paralyze you</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">A clear communicator: you translate legal complexity into plain business language</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Quick but thorough: you maintain quality while moving at startup pace</span></div>

Legal Counsel

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  Your role
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 Are you an experienced and highly capable Senior Legal Counsel ready to join our legal team in the Middle East?
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 We are looking for an experienced legal candidate with a strong combination of private practice and in-house banking experience, deep regional knowledge, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic international environment. In this role, you will provide strategic and practical legal advice across a wide range of financial products and services.
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   provide comprehensive legal support for our Global Wealth Management business across the Middle East region.
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   advise regulatory commercial, governance, compliance, and corporate matters as well as financing transactions.
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   draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of contracts and transaction documents.
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   collaborate with colleagues across jurisdictions to ensure alignment and consistency.
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   manage external counsel relationships.
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   improve internal legal processes and templates.
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   support strategic initiatives and cross-border projects while ensuring compliance with regional legal and regulatory requirements.
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 331872BR
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 You'll join our Middle East legal team in Dubai, working closely with colleagues across EMEA, Switzerland and APAC. Our team provides high-quality legal support to business stakeholders in the Global Wealth Management division. We value collaboration, precision, and proactive problem solving.
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  Your expertise
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   at least 8 years of PQE experience as a corporate or regulatory counsel within an international bank, financial institution, or reputable global law firm
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   a law degree and qualification to practice in a relevant jurisdiction
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   commercial, solution-oriented mindset with proactive legal advice
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   strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
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   proven ability to work independently under pressure with shifting workloads.
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   excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills
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   collaborative, adaptable and innovative approach, and ability to think outside the box
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   reliable, proactive team player who contributes to a positive, high-performance culture
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  About Us
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 UBS is a leading and truly global wealth manager and the leading universal bank in Switzerland. We also provide diversified asset management solutions and focused investment banking capabilities. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, UBS is present in more than 50 markets around the globe.
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 We know that great work is never done alone. That&rsquo;s why we place collaboration at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we&rsquo;re more than ourselves. Want to find out more? Visit ubs.com/careers.
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  Join us
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 At UBS, we know that it's our people, with their diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds, who drive our ongoing success. We&rsquo;re dedicated to our craft and passionate about putting our people first, with new challenges, a supportive team, opportunities to grow and flexible working options when possible. Our inclusive culture brings out the best in our employees, wherever they are on their career journey. And we use artificial intelligence (AI) to work smarter and more efficiently. We also recognize that great work is never done alone. That&rsquo;s why collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we&rsquo;re more than ourselves.
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 We&rsquo;re committed to disability inclusion and if you need reasonable accommodation/adjustments throughout our recruitment process, you can always contact us.
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  Disclaimer / Policy statements
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 UBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.
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<div><div><div><div>United Arab Emirates</div>
</div><div><div>Legal</div>
</div><div><div>Group Functions
</div></div><div><p><b>Job Reference #</b></p>
<div>331872BR</div>
</div><div><p><b>City</b></p>
<div>Dubai</div>
</div><div><p><b>Job Type</b></p>
<div>Full Time
</div></div><div><p><b>Your role</b></p>
<div>Are you an experienced and highly capable Senior Legal Counsel ready to join our legal team in the Middle East?<br>
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We are looking for an experienced legal candidate with a strong combination of private practice and in-house banking experience, deep regional knowledge, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic international environment. In this role, you will provide strategic and practical legal advice across a wide range of financial products and services.<br>
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<ul><li>provide comprehensive legal support for our Global Wealth Management business across the Middle East region.</li><li>advise regulatory commercial, governance, compliance, and corporate matters as well as financing transactions.</li><li>draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of contracts and transaction documents.</li><li>collaborate with colleagues across jurisdictions to ensure alignment and consistency.</li><li>manage external counsel relationships.</li><li>improve internal legal processes and templates.</li><li>support strategic initiatives and cross-border projects while ensuring compliance with regional legal and regulatory requirements.</li></ul></div>
</div><div><p><b>Your team</b></p>
<div>You'll join our Middle East legal team in Dubai, working closely with colleagues across EMEA, Switzerland and APAC. Our team provides high-quality legal support to business stakeholders in the Global Wealth Management division. We value collaboration, precision, and proactive problem solving.</div>
</div><div><p><b>Your expertise</b></p>
<ul><li>at least 8 years of PQE experience as a corporate or regulatory counsel within an international bank, financial institution, or reputable global law firm</li><li>a law degree and qualification to practice in a relevant jurisdiction</li><li>commercial, solution-oriented mindset with proactive legal advice</li><li>strong analytical and problem‑solving skills</li><li>proven ability to work independently under pressure with shifting workloads.</li><li>excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills</li><li>collaborative, adaptable and innovative approach, and ability to think outside the box</li><li>reliable, proactive team player who contributes to a positive, high-performance culture</li></ul>
</div><div><p><b>About us</b></p>
<div>UBS is a leading and truly global wealth manager and the leading universal bank in Switzerland. We also provide diversified asset management solutions and focused investment banking capabilities. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, UBS is present in more than 50 markets around the globe.<br>
We know that great work is never done alone. That&rsquo;s why we place collaboration at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we&rsquo;re more than ourselves. Want to find out more? Visit ubs.com/careers.</div>
</div><div><p><b>Join us</b></p>
<div>At UBS, we know that it's our people, with their diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds, who drive our ongoing success. We&rsquo;re dedicated to our craft and passionate about putting our people first, with new challenges, a supportive team, opportunities to grow and flexible working options when possible. Our inclusive culture brings out the best in our employees, wherever they are on their career journey. And we use artificial intelligence (AI) to work smarter and more efficiently. We also recognize that great work is never done alone. That&rsquo;s why collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we&rsquo;re more than ourselves.<br>
We&rsquo;re committed to disability inclusion and if you need reasonable accommodation/adjustments throughout our recruitment process, you can always contact us.</div>
</div><div><p><b>Contact Details</b></p>
<div>UBS Business Solutions SA<br>
UBS Recruiting</div>
</div><div><p><b>Disclaimer / Policy statements</b></p>
<div>UBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.</div></div></div></div><div></div>

Our Mission <p>Reduce inequity by helping immigrants move money home, and become the leading cross-border fintech for emerging markets.</p> The Team <p>Founded by Harvard grads / 3rd-time founders   also founded Segovia (successful exit) and GiveDirectly (>300M revenue, fastest-growing NGO). Top performers from top and varied organizations (e.g., Bain, Bolt, Google, McKinsey, SafeBoda, Uber, Zipline)   we like moving fast, and we hire people that do as well. Driven by mission, guided by values (see below) - in deed, not just word. Team as global as the mission, >30 languages from 25 countries (i.e., if you're interested in learning to make Chicken Moambe, we're the place).</p> About Us <p>Taptap Send is backed by top VCs (Spark, Canaan, Reid Hoffman, Breyer Capital, etc.), rapidly growing and a great place for those looking for both impact and a fast-paced tech startup environment. Read more about the journey in Reid Hoffman's words or TechCrunch article. Launched in 2019, Taptap is tapping into a transformative shift in global finance: from banks to phones. While this has affected wealthier countries as well, it has been nothing short of a revolution for the emerging markets where the overwhelming majority of population had been unable to access digital finance previously. Taptap Send allows immigrants to send money home instantly and with no fee , saving money in the process. With a formal market size of >700B alone, we've got a lot more saving to do for our users. Our mission is to reduce inequity by helping immigrants move money home, and become the leading cross-border fintech for emerging markets. And that's just the beginning.</p> <p> We charge fees for transfers on fixed exchange rate corridors (e.g., XOF, XAF).</p> Our Investors <p>Spark Capital, Canaan, Reid Hoffman, Breyer Capital (Jim Breyer), Unbound (Shravin Mittal), Wamda (Fadi Ghandour), Firstminute Capital, Slow Ventures (Sam Lessin), Helios Partners (Souleymane Ba), Crossbeam Ventures (Ali Hamed), Nikesh Arora, Samih Toukan, and many other context-specific angels</p> Legal Counsel - GCC The role <p>You'll join our energetic legal team of 7 lawyers reporting to the GCC Lead Counsel. This is a high-impact, broad-scope role covering the full legal lifecycle of our operations in the region: regulatory, commercial contracts, market expansion, product launches, employment matters, disputes, and whatever else lands on the legal desk.</p> <p>You'll partner across all business functions to advise on decisions, lead projects, negotiate agreements, and communicate legal issues to lawyers and non-lawyers alike, always balancing business priorities with legal risk. You'll drive growth by navigating new legal and commercial challenges (with local counsel support where needed) and won't wait to be told what needs doing.</p> Responsibilities <ul> <li>Lead legal support for market expansion and new product launches across the GCC</li> <li>Lead or support engagement with regulators and maintain our regulatory compliance framework across the GCC region</li> <li>Handle commercial contracts, employment matters, disputes, and general legal work as needed</li> <li>Work cross-functionally with business, product, compliance and finance teams to tackle day-to-day legal and regulatory challenges</li> <li>Collaborate with the legal team to identify risks and develop creative solutions that balance business priorities with legal requirements</li> </ul> Requirements <ul> <li>Legal qualification +6-8 years PQE</li> <li>Significant in-house experience (startup preferred)</li> <li>Fintech/payments regulatory exposure (preferred)</li> <li>Fluent English and Arabic</li> </ul> A good fit for this role is <ul> <li>Organized and autonomous: you juggle multiple workstreams without dropping balls</li> <li>Driven: you thrive in ambitious, target-oriented environments</li> <li>Solutions-focused: you find paths forward beyond problems</li> <li>Comfortable with ambiguity: new markets and products energize you, not paralyze you</li> <li>A clear communicator: you translate legal complexity into plain business language</li> <li>Quick but thorough: you maintain quality while moving at startup pace</li> </ul> Benefits (specifics depend on geography) <ul> <li>Competitive salary</li> <li>Regular team events</li> <li>L&D budget</li> <li>Equipment</li> <li>Headspace subscription</li> </ul> Also you are <ul> <li><b>Outgoing</b> - you love speaking to people and enjoy building meaningful relationships</li> <li><b>Execution Oriented</b> - we have an 'impact first' philosophy and a lot to get done. You should be able to take an idea to implementation</li> <li><b>Mission Oriented</b> - you are passionate about working for a net positive organisation / tech for good</li> <li><b>Organised</b> - you have a system for how you approach your work that can keep you on track in a scrappy startup environment</li> <li><b>Driven</b> - you thrive in a fast-paced, target oriented company</li> </ul> Taptap Values <p>Impact first</p> <p>Team next</p> <p>Accept reality</p> <p>Propose solutions</p> <p>Win with grit</p> <p>Be proactively candid, with yourself and others</p> <p>Love the particular</p> <p>Own it</p> <p>Create positive energy</p> <p>Maybe, even have fun</p> <p>Taptap Send is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment decisions are decided on the basis of qualifications, experience and business need. We strongly encourage applications who are members of underrepresented communities to apply.</p> <p>If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to let us know. Any information you provide us in this respect will only be used to accommodate your requirements.</p> <p>Note: we recognize imposter syndrome is real - any candidate that does not perfectly fit every characteristic of this role is still strongly encouraged to apply.</p>

Legal Counsel, GCC

Qashio

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  Role Overview
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 This is a sole contributor role that will oversee all legal matters of the company, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, managing legal risks, drafting and reviewing contracts, and providing strategic legal advice to senior management. This role requires strong business acumen, excellent negotiation and communication skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally across departments.
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   Provide clear, commercially focused legal advice to senior management and internal departments.
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   Ensure compliance with all applicable UAE laws, including Central Bank, ADGM, DIFC, and data protection regulations.
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   Advise on the regulatory implications of new products, partnerships, and business initiatives.
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   Develop and update platform agreements and liaise with law firms in different geographies
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   Monitor legal developments in fintech, financial services, and data privacy, assessing their impact on the business.
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   Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, vendor agreements, partnership arrangements, and technology licences.
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   Drive debt collection strategy
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   Support internal teams (e.g. Product, Sales, Operations) in structuring and negotiating commercial terms.
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   Develop and maintain standard legal templates and ensure consistency across all agreements.
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   Identify and manage potential legal and regulatory risks across all business areas.
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   Establish frameworks and policies for legal compliance and risk mitigation.
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   Manage relationships with external counsel and coordinate external legal support when required.
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   Support the Board and senior leadership on governance, corporate structure, and company secretarial matters.
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   Prepare and maintain board minutes, resolutions, and regulatory filings in line with UAE and free zone requirements.
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   Advise on shareholder agreements, fundraising activities, and investment documentation.
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   Provide legal guidance on employment law, disciplinary procedures, and policy compliance in line with UAE Labour Law.
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   Draft and review employment contracts, consultancy agreements, and HR-related policies.
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   Act as a point of contact for external regulators, auditors, and law firms.
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   Manage legal submissions, licence renewals, and regulatory communications as necessary.
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   Support the company during legal audits, investigations, or disputes.
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   Manage external firms , coordinating all correspondence, payments and legal drafts.
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   5+ years qualified lawyer (UAE, UK, USA or other common law jurisdiction).
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   Preference for post-qualification experience at an international law firm, ideally with fintech, financial services, or technology sector experience.
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   In-depth understanding of UAE regulatory frameworks (including CBUAE, ADGM, DIFC, and data protection laws).
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   Strong experience in commercial contracts, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance.
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   Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
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   Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
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   Ability to work in a collaborative, multicultural team environment.
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  Essential Competencies
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   Capable of working autonomously when needed
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   Cross-functional collaboration
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   Analytical ability
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   Stakeholder management
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 Fluency in spoken Arabic is a plus.
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