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 Your new company
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The client is a government backed digital media company headquartered in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Your new role
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 As Senior Legal Counsel, your role will focus on providing strategic legal advice and managing complex transactions to support the company&rsquo;s growth and compliance objectives.
 
 
 
 
 
 You will also contribute to broader corporate initiatives, lead M&amp;A transactions, support investment activities, advise on commercial contracts, and ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements. The role involves close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to help drive the company&rsquo;s strategic goals.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
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 Provide legal guidance on corporate governance, commercial agreements, and employment law issues.
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 Oversee M&amp;A transactions from end to end, including due diligence, deal structuring, negotiations, and execution.
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 Dealing with investment initiatives such as private equity deals, joint ventures, and fund formation.
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 Draft, analyse, and negotiate complex legal documents, including shareholder agreements, acquisition contracts, and employment terms.
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 Ensure adherence to UAE legal and regulatory frameworks while staying informed on global compliance trends.
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 Manage relationships with external legal counsel and supervise litigation or dispute resolution processes as needed.
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 Deliver proactive legal risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies to support operational resilience.
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 Collaborate with senior leadership to advance strategic initiatives and contribute to key corporate projects.
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 What you'll need to succeed
 
 
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (required); Master&rsquo;s degree is a plus
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 Qualified in a common law jurisdiction (e.g., UK, US, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa)
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 Minimum of 8 years&rsquo; experience in M&amp;A within an international law firm and/or in-house legal environment
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 Proven track record in managing cross-border transactions and complex negotiations
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 Strong ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting and handle multiple projects simultaneously
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 Fluent in English; Arabic language skills are an advantage
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 What you'll get in return
 
 
 
 
 
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 Highly competitive tax-free salary + benefits
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Senior Legal Counsel

Presight

<div>
 
 Overview
 
 
 
 Takamul is a joint venture established to support the Central Bank of the UAE in building and operating national-scale financial infrastructure, including Instant Payments, CBDC, the Jaywan domestic card scheme, and other priority platforms.
 
 
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 Job Summary
 
 
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 We are seeking a Senior Legal Counsel with deep experience in commercial and government contracting in the UAE. The successful candidate will oversee complex vendor and government agreements, support procurement activities, and ensure compliance with all applicable UAE legal and regulatory frameworks. This role requires a balance of strong legal expertise and a pragmatic, business-oriented mindset.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Key Responsibilities
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 Commercial &amp; Government Contracting
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 Draft, review, and negotiate high-value contracts with vendors, technology providers, and government stakeholders.
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 Provide clear and actionable legal advice to business and procurement teams on contractual structures, obligations, and risks.
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 Support contract lifecycle management to ensure timely execution and performance monitoring.
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 Procurement &amp; Vendor Engagement
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 Partner with the procurement function to ensure tendering, RFPs, and vendor selection processes are legally sound and compliant.
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 Advise on supplier performance frameworks, service-level agreements, and dispute avoidance strategies.
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 Align contract terms with JV policies and shareholder requirements.
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 Regulatory &amp; Legal Compliance
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 Ensure Takamul&rsquo;s operations and agreements comply with UAE laws, including CBUAE regulations, financial services laws, data protection, and labor law.
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 Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving legislation and provide practical guidance on its impact to the business.
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 Develop and maintain internal policies and templates to standardize contracting and compliance processes.
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 Stakeholder Support
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 Act as a trusted advisor to executive management and business leaders, enabling strategic decision-making.
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 Liaise with external counsel when required, ensuring efficiency and value from outsourced legal services.
 
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 Contribute to building a culture of compliance and accountability across the organization.
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Qualifications
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 Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD); Master of Laws (LLM) preferred.
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 Experience:
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 10+ years of post-qualification legal experience, with significant experience in the UAE.
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 Proven track record in managing complex vendor and government contracts with iregulated industries (finance, telecom, technology, or infrastructure).
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 Strong knowledge of UAE commercial, procurement, and regulatory frameworks.
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 Experience working with or advising on government-related projects is highly desirable.
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 Fluent in English; Arabic proficiency optional.
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 Skills &amp; Competencies:
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 Business-oriented with the ability to propose pragmatic legal solutions.
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 Strong negotiation and drafting skills with attention to commercial outcomes.
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 Effective communicator with senior executives, government entities, and international partners.
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 Collaborative and adaptable, comfortable working in a fast-evolving JV environment.
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 Working Conditions:
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 Full-time position; hybrid/remote options as per company policy.
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Senior Legal Counsel (Presight&AIQ)

Confidential Careers

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 🌐 About the Company
 
 
 
 We are an emerging
 
 consultancy startup based in Abu Dhabi
 
 , focused on delivering expert solutions in the
 
 cryptocurrency and digital assets space
 
 . 🚀
 
 
 Our services span across
 
 crypto wallets, exchanges, and token platforms
 
 , helping clients navigate the rapidly evolving
 
 blockchain and regulatory landscape
 
 in the UAE and beyond. 🇦🇪
 
 
 As we continue to grow, we&rsquo;re building a team of forward-thinking professionals who are passionate about
 
 FinTech, innovation, and customer success
 
 . 💡
 
 
 
 
 
 
 📋 Role Summary
 
 
 
 We are looking for a detail-oriented and motivated
 
 Senior
 
 
 Legal Associate
 
 to join our legal and compliance team. This role involves supporting the company and its clients in navigating UAE regulatory frameworks, especially those related to crypto assets, corporate structures, licensing, and compliance.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 🔍 Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 Provide legal research, drafting, and advisory support on matters related to UAE financial regulations, especially under:
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 VARA (Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority &ndash; Dubai)
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 ADGM FSRA (Abu Dhabi Global Market)
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 DIFC / DFSA
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 SCA (Securities &amp; Commodities Authority &ndash; mainland UAE)
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 Assist clients in preparing documentation for entity formation, bank account opening, and regulatory licensing.
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 Review and draft contracts, MOUs, service agreements, NDAs, and token-related legal documents.
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 Support internal teams with compliance checks, KYC/AML reviews, and data protection measures.
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 Liaise with external legal counsel, government bodies, and banking institutions when required.
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 Monitor updates in UAE and international crypto regulations and assess their impact on clients.
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 Maintain organized legal records and client documentation.
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 Participate in internal knowledge-sharing sessions and stay updated on legal trends in FinTech, blockchain, and digital assets.
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 ✅ Qualifications &amp; Experience
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent; UAE or UK qualification preferred.
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 2&ndash;4 years of legal experience, ideally with exposure to FinTech, corporate law, or crypto-related advisory.
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 Familiarity with UAE regulatory bodies and their licensing procedures (ADGM, VARA, SCA, etc.).
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 Strong legal research, analytical, and drafting skills.
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 Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; Arabic is a plus.
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 Proactive mindset, strong attention to detail, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
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 💼 What We Offer
 
 
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 Opportunity to work with a forward-thinking team in the emerging crypto and digital asset space.
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 Direct exposure to regulatory processes and leading UAE financial institutions.
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 Competitive compensation and benefits package.
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 Flexible hybrid work model (subject to company policy and HR approval).
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 A culture that values growth, transparency, and work-life balance.
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Senior Legal Advisor

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB)

<div>
 
 Looking to join the #1 bank in the UAE and one of the most prestigious in the region? We're looking for professionals who are driven, skilled, and ready to take on new challenges. Together, we can achieve our goals, making a lasting impact on both our company and the industry as a whole.
 
 
 
 
 Join us and leave your mark on the industry. Let's work together to achieve great things and unlock new possibilities for our employees, customers, and communities.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 The role assists the Head of Legal &ndash; Consumer and Private Banking to manage legal risk in all the geographies where the FAB Group operates in relation to Private Banking activities in accordance with FAB Group legal policies and procedures. The role holder should be able to work autonomously but should seek the Head of Legal &ndash; Consumer and Private Banking&rsquo;s input on unusual situations, complex matters, and issues which may pose significant legal, financial and/or reputational risk to the FAB Group.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Core Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Legal Advisory
 
 
 
 
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 Provides legal advice and support to the business while keeping in mind the FAB Group&rsquo;s strategic and business objectives.
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 Provides direction and guidance to facilitate the FAB Group&rsquo;s compliance with all applicable international and domestic laws, rules and regulations.
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 Collaborates with the Head of Legal &ndash; Consumer and Private Banking to establish, disseminate and implement the FAB Group&rsquo;s legal policies.
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 Completes legal tasks and projects in a timely manner and responds to legal queries assigned by the Head of Legal &ndash; Consumer and Private Banking.
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 Supports FAB&rsquo;s subsidiaries and international branches by providing general legal oversight on legal risks associated with Private Banking products and services.
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 Litigation
 
 
 
 
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 Supervises and is responsible for the adequate management of litigation or disputes between the business and its customers in the UAE and abroad.
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 Represents FAB and its subsidiaries before the notary public, court experts, courts, and the police to resolve matters in the best interest of the FAB Group.
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 Reports relevant litigation matters to the Group General Counsel and Head of Legal &ndash; Consumer and Private Banking and provides updates to the relevant stakeholders.
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 Legal Documentation and Review
 
 
 
 
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 Drafts, reviews and negotiates contracts and other legal documents in order to maximize the FAB Group&rsquo;s legal protections whilst simultaneously minimizing legal risks.
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 Produces and regularly updates standardized legal agreements, contracts and standard terms and conditions for the FAB Group in compliance with international best practices and applicable legal requirements.
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 Assists the business in launching new products and conducts legal and regulatory due diligence on such products, including identifying risks and mitigants in all applicable geographies.
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 Knowledge of External Environment
 
 
 
 
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 Stays abreast of new laws and regulations through continuous legal education, attending professional conferences, and participating in professional associations.
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 Provides updates to the FAB Group&rsquo;s senior businesspersons on new legislation and regulatory developments that may have an impact on the FAB Group and advises on how to comply with such new legislation and regulations.
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 Knowledge Sharing
 
 
 
 
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 Works closely and develops a positive professional relationship with the other members of the legal function and shares legal knowledge and best practices with legal colleagues, including providing formal and informal training sessions at the direction of the Group General Counsel and Head of Legal &ndash; Consumer and Private Banking.
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 Stakeholder Management
 
 
 
 
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 Liaises with external law firms and relevant authorities (such as courts) to ensure the effective resolution of all legal matters affecting the FAB Group.
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 Learning and Development
 
 
 
 
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 Functions as a subject matter expert and provides input on learning and development initiatives including training content to ensure value addition and relevance.
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 Reporting
 
 
 
 
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 Ensures that all requisite reports are prepared in a timely and accurate manner and meet the FAB Group&rsquo;s requirements, policies, and standards.
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 People Management Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
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 Defines goals and key performance indicators for direct reports and ensures effective implementation of the FAB performance management process.
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 Develops talent within the team by providing guidance and coaching to achieve defined goals.
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 Specific Accountability
 
 
 
 
 
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 Assists the Head of Legal &ndash; Consumer and Private Banking and the business with developing and rolling out new wealth management-related products and services.
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 Drafts, reviews and negotiates wealth management-related documents (e.g. investment documentation, platform agreements, distribution agreements, etc).
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 Assists the Head of Legal &ndash; Consumer and Private Banking in managing potential disputes and customer complaints in the UAE and abroad.
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 Makes recommendations for improvements to policies and processes and streamlining the same to bring about efficiency and improve turn-around time.
 
 
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 
 Minimum Qualification
 
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law
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 Strong English communication and drafting skills
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 Ability to read, write and communicate in Arabic is beneficial but not mandatory.
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 Minimum Experience
 
 
 
 
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 Minimum of 5 years&rsquo; experience in a reputed bank or law firm, with at least 2 years in a similar role
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 Familiarity with wealth management products and services
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 Familiarity with other retail banking products and services is beneficial but not mandatory.
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 Familiarity with UAE laws and regulations is preferred.
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MENA Recruit

The Role
 Our client is expanding their Legal Secretary team in Abu Dhabi and is looking to hire an experienced support professional for a full-time, permanent role. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing legal office and provide essential administrative support to senior lawyers. Key Responsibilities: • Manage monthly billing cycles: input, review, edit, and close attorney time entries • Perform narrative edits and coordinate with billing specialists for transfers • Submit and track expense claims through Chrome River • Process payments and cheque requests using correct client/matter codes • Arrange complex travel itineraries through the firm’s travel provider • Format documents to house style and support general secretarial tasks • Maintain discretion, confidentiality, and responsiveness in a fast-paced legal setting
 
Requirements
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<li>Minimum 4 years’ experience as a Legal Secretary in an international law firm • Resilient, proactive, and dependable • Strong billing experience is essential • Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Windows-based tools • Familiarity with spreadsheet, database, and presentation software is a plus #MENARecruitStrength #LegalSecretaryAbuDhabi #LegalSupportUAE #InternationalLawFirms</li>
</ul>
About the company
 MENA Recruit came to fruition in response to a growing need for international legal talent in London and Dubai. Its initial focus began in the Legal sector, evolving as a service provider for other sectors such as Administration, Marketing, Business Development, HR, IT, Finance and C-Suite positions. Over the last two decades, with roots firmly planted in the Middle East and operations expanding into the APAC region, MENA Recruit has gained intuitive industry knowledge and expertise. With its unique, people-focused approach, the firm has yielded competitive advantage for its clients and rewarding careers for the professionals it has supported throughout the years. The company is dedicated to delivering the highest quality of talent and service to its clients while working tenaciously towards helping them achieve higher retention rates. For this reason, MENA Recruit is considered by both candidates and clients as a consultant in the truest sense of the word, offering guidance to both people and organizations on how to adapt to the constant change in market conditions and how to anticipate present and future challenges. Presently, MENA Recruit provides services to organizations and professionals in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia, and the United Kingdom. With such an extensive global reach, strong brand value, decades of expertise, and an innovative approach towards business challenges, its clear why MENA Recruit is the partner of choice for both in-house recruiters and candidates internationally.

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Senior Data Engineer

Penspen

<div>
 Penspen www.penspen.com are looking for a Senior Project Engineer with offshore project experience.
 
 
 The role is accountable to manage all activities of the PMS personnel within the designated PMT team. The Senior Project Engineer will similarly liaise with PMS Core Team section heads for input as appropriate.
 
 
 The position is to be primarily based in KSA, you may be required to work outside KSA.
 
 
 
 Knowledge / Experience (Skills)
 
 
 
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 At least Twelve (12) years&rsquo; experience in engineering, procurement, construction, contract administration and project support activities for major Oil and Gas/ Petrochemical (Onshore/Offshore) projects.
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 PMC experience at similar role for at least several years is preferable.
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 Knowledge of Saudi Aramco Desktop Standard and procedures/practices is beneficial.
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 Previous exposure to construction and commissioning phases is beneficial but not mandatory.
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 Computer literate with all MS Packages, particularly Word and Excel proficient.
 
 
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in engineering in the appropriate field
 
 
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 Please share the CV by clicking this link
 
 
 https://careers.penspen.com/vacancy/senior-project-engineer-offshore-591578.html#hs_show_apply_popup=true
 
 
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