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Yingtian China Business Center DMCC

Senior Legal ConsultantLocation: United Arab Emirates Experience: Minimum 5+ Years in UAE Law Firm Languages: Native Arabic , English FluentAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly experienced Senior Legal Consultant to join our dynamic and diverse legal team. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in corporate law, civil law, and litigation, with a proven track record of advising multinational clients and navigating cross-border legal complexities. Prior experience with Chinese clients or teams is highly desirable.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide comprehensive and strategic legal advice across corporate, contract, labor, litigation.</li><li>Lead and execute litigation strategies.</li><li>Draft, review, and amend a wide array of legal documents (contracts, agreements, litigation files), ensuring accuracy, legal compliance, and risk mitigation.</li><li>Represent clients in litigation, manage communications with counterparties, legal teams, and courts, and ensure timely submissions.</li><li>Identify potential legal risks and propose effective preventive and corrective legal measures.</li><li>Provide cross-jurisdictional legal counsel to clients operating in multiple countries, especially in matters related to international business compliance.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Minimum 5 years of legal experience in a UAE-based law firm.</li><li>Strong proficiency in English (spoken &amp; written).</li><li>Deep understanding of UAE legal framework, Solid experience in litigation.</li><li>Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.</li></ul>What We Offer<ul><li>A collaborative, multicultural work environment</li><li>Opportunities to work with international clients, including Chinese enterprises</li><li>Professional growth through exposure to complex legal matters</li><li>Competitive salary and performance-based incentives</li><li>Ongoing training and development support</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: AED8,000.00 - AED10,000.00 per monthEducation:<ul><li>Bachelor's (Preferred)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li> Litigation : 3 years (Required)</li><li>Senior Legal Consultant : 5 years (Required)</li></ul>Language:<ul><li>Arabic (Required)</li><li>English (Required)</li></ul>

Senior Legal Consultant

AW Holding

AW HOLDING INT'L is hiring a Senior Legal Counsel to join our team in the UAE:Location: Dubai &ndash; United Arab EmiratesJob Type: Full-Time.Experience Level: Senior (8&ndash;15 years)About the Role: We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join our dynamic team in the UAE.The ideal candidate will provide strategic legal guidance on corporate, commercial, regulatory, and cross-border matters, ensuring full compliance with UAE Federal Laws, Free Zone regulations, and applicable international standards.Key Responsibilities:1-Providing expert legal advice on corporate, commercial, civil, and regulatory matters.2-Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, MOUs, NDAs, service agreements, shareholder agreements, and joint ventures.3-Managing and advising on litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution, including DIAC, ADGM, and DIFC Courts.4-Ensuring compliance with UAE laws, free zone frameworks, AML/CTF requirements, and internal governance policies.5-Advising senior management on legal risks, business structuring, and strategic decisions.6-Managing external legal counsel and coordinating with regulators and authorities.7-Handling intellectual property, licensing, employment matters, and corporate secretarial tasks.Required Qualifications:1-Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Law (LLB) &ndash; Master's is a plus.2-Minimum 8&ndash;12 years of legal experience, preferably in the UAE or GCC.3-Strong background in corporate, commercial, and regulatory law.4-Excellent contract drafting skills in English and Arabic.5-Experience dealing with government authorities.6-Strong understanding of cross-border commercial transactions.7-Ability to work independently and manage multiple complex files.Job Type: Full-time

Senior Legal Counsel

Nord Anglia Education Group

A global education organization is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel for the Dubai region to oversee M&A transactions and support new school expansions. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in M&A and Real Estate projects, along with strong communication and negotiation skills. Join a pioneering team that values innovation and offers opportunities for career growth in the education sector.

Senior Legal Counsel - M&A and New Schools (MENA)

<div>About Us 

UMO is an international modern money platform. Our mission is to create high-impact digital finance solutions and real opportunities for people and markets worldwide. While our core expertise lies in Fintech and AI, our capabilities reach far beyond.

We are a team of 150+ professionals operating across 4 offices in MENA and Europe.

Headquartered in the UAE with hubs in Ukraine, Portugal, and Lithuania, we unite technology, operations, and product development under one vision. We innovate through deep operational excellence and shared expertise, creating a robust foundation built for global growth. 
What You'll Do 

As a Senior Legal Counsel, you will lead and grow a team of 3 experienced legal specialists to deliver high-quality, secure, and compliant solutions in a regulated fintech environment. You will play a key role in shaping the legal function, driving delivery excellence, and ensuring that innovation is balanced with governance and risk management. 

Key Responsibilities 
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<li>Provide expert legal counsel on all aspects of the neobank&rsquo;s operations, focusing on the convergence of traditional finance, payments, and digital assets (crypto);</li>
<li>Own and manage the legal and compliance roadmap for the expansion into new target markets, including the UAE and MENA region;</li>
<li>Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial contracts, partnership agreements (processors, payment schemes, and exchanges), and vendor contracts;</li>
<li>Ensure the platform, including products like cards, wallets, and trading features, complies with local and international financial regulations (e.g., AML, KYC, data privacy);</li>
<li>Advise senior management on corporate governance, licensing requirements, and risk mitigation strategies in a multi-jurisdictional environment;</li>
<li>Manage regulatory inquiries and external counsel engagement across key operational geographies;</li>
<li>Create global contract lifecycle management (CLM) process, including template standardization, review workflows, and a definitive repository for all executed commercial and strategic documents;</li>
<li>Develop, implement, and periodically audit all employment contracts, policies, and handbooks for all entities, ensuring strict compliance with the UAE Labour Law (including free-zone regulations like DIFC/ADGM) and the diverse labor directives of the European Union;</li>
<li>Advise the Human Resources department on complex, high-risk employment matters, including disciplinary procedures, statutory termination requirements, end-of-service gratuity calculations (UAE), and collective consultation obligations (EU);</li>
<li>Manage the legal aspects of global workforce arrangements, including independent contractor classification, remote work policies, and the drafting of enforceable non-compete and non-solicitation clauses in line with local legal precedents;</li>
<li>Maintain and enforce the global corporate structure (e.g., subsidiary registrations, intercompany agreements) and guarantee all corporate filing deadlines are met across all jurisdictions;</li>
<li>Oversee all data protection and privacy compliance efforts, including the implementation of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) standards for EU operations and equivalent data privacy mandates in the UAE/MENA region.</li> 
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You&rsquo;re a Perfect Fit If You Have 
<ul>
<li>7+ years of experience as a Legal Counsel, with a strong focus on the financial services sector.</li>
<li>Solid experience in a regulated FinTech, Banking, or Crypto company is mandatory.</li>
<li>Proven track record of managing and mentoring junior legal staff or leading a small legal team (ideally 3+ people).</li>
<li>Deep understanding of payments regulation (e.g., SEPA/SWIFT, card schemes), digital asset laws, and licensing procedures in key jurisdictions.</li>
<li>Exceptional drafting and negotiation skills.</li>
<li>Proficiency in English (B2-C1), both written and verbal, is essential (knowing Ukrainian or Russian is an advantage)</li></ul> 


Compensation &amp; Benefits (Dubai, UAE) 
<ul>
<li>Highly Competitive Compensation.</li>
<li>Visa Sponsorship: Full coverage of UAE employment visa and residency permit costs.</li>
<li>Relocation Support: Dedicated support desk to assist with your move, including inbound flight coverage (if applicable).</li>
<li>Time Off: 25 working days of Annual Leave + UAE Public Holidays.</li>
<li>Health Coverage: Comprehensive Medical Insurance for yourself.</li>
<li>Performance Incentives: Eligibility for performance-based bonuses and incentives.</li>
<li>Statutory Benefits: End of Service Gratuity as per UAE Labour Law.</li></ul> 
 
Shape the future: join a successful, next-generation prestigious neobank!</div>

Confidential

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 The Head of Employment Law will serve as the organisation&rsquo;s senior legal advisor on all employment-related matters globally. This individual will lead the employment law function, providing strategic and practical guidance to senior leadership, HR, and business units on complex employment and labour issues across multiple jurisdictions.
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
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 Strategic Leadership:
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 Lead the global employment law team and oversee all employment-related legal matters across the company&rsquo;s jurisdictions.
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 Develop and implement the company&rsquo;s global employment law strategy in alignment with business objectives and risk tolerance.
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 Advisory &amp; Risk Management:
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 Advise executives, HR, and business leaders on employment law issues, including hiring, terminations, compensation, discrimination, whistleblowing, and workplace investigations.
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 Identify and mitigate legal risks related to employee relations, policies, and practices.
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 Policy Development &amp; Compliance:
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 Oversee the creation, review, and implementation of employment policies and handbooks to ensure compliance with local laws and alignment with global standards.
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 Monitor legislative and regulatory developments in key jurisdictions and provide proactive guidance.
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 Litigation &amp; Dispute Resolution:
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 Manage employment-related litigation and disputes, including oversight of external counsel and strategy development.
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 Represent the company&rsquo;s interests in significant or sensitive employment matters.
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 Business Partnering:
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 Collaborate with HR, compliance, and business teams to ensure legal support for organisational change, restructuring, and M&amp;A activities.
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 Support diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives from a legal perspective.
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 Team Leadership:
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 Manage, mentor, and develop a high-performing global employment law team.
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 Promote collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and professional development across regions.
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 </ul>
 
 Qualifications &amp; Experience
 
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 Qualified lawyer (e.g., Solicitor, Attorney, Barrister) with at least 10&ndash;15 years&rsquo; post-qualification experience, including significant international exposure.
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 Extensive experience in employment and labour law, ideally gained in both private practice and in-house at a multinational corporation.
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 Proven track record of managing complex cross-border employment issues.
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 Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
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 Exceptional judgment, strategic thinking, and communication abilities.
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 </ul>
 
 Key Competencies
 
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 Strategic and commercial mindset with the ability to balance risk and business objectives.
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 Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills.
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 High degree of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
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 Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed global organisation.
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 </ul>
 
 
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Head of Employment Law

Marriott Hotels Resorts

Description Position SummaryMarriott International the worlds largest hotel company based in Bethesda Maryland with more than 9000 properties and 30 brands in 142 countries and territories. Marriott operates and franchises hotels and licenses branded residential Law Department services the Companys lodging and hospitality business and provides legal advice and counsel to Marriotts internal clients.The Europe Middle East and Africa offices of the Law Department provide legal services to support the development and lodging operations of all Marriottbranded lodging products in Europe Middle East and Africa.The Legal Assistant is an integral role in the department and isresponsible for providing direct administrative support to attorneys within the EMEA team. It is essential that the role maintain confidentiality of proprietary materials and information and ensure that tasks are completed accurately. This position will be located in Dubai United Arab Emirates and will report directly to a VP & Senior Counsel.Responsibilities Summary<ul><li>Administrative support for attorneys working for up to 5 attorneys in one of the EMEA areas of Development Franchise Operations and Asset Management or from one of the other legal areas. The role might support additional positions as the team structure changes.</li><li>Compose type/merge compare format proofread and transmit legal documents and correspondence.</li><li>Provide excellent word processing and formatting support.</li><li>Prepare revise edit and proofread extensive correspondence and legal documents.</li><li>Prepare for transaction closings including preparation and editing of documents and powers of attorney.</li><li>Prepare and edit lengthy legal documents presentations agendas memos letters spreadsheets and other business documents.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of proprietary materials and information. Protect the privacy and security of business parties customers and coworkers.</li><li>Demonstrate organizational prioritization proactivity proofreading and attention to detail skills to allow for timely effective and accurate performance of job duties with little or no outside assistance.</li><li>Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate with a diverse group of attorneys staff and clients and to provide or obtain information with ordinary courtesy diplomacy and tact. Good teamwork ability.</li><li>Track the status of projects (including MEA development deals) and any correspondence requiring responses and keep attorneys apprised of status.</li><li>Handle of legal documents including coordinating with signatories and collating agreements.</li><li>Enter matters in various databases such as iManage; update database information and documents including revision and search of databases for corporate entities and report and record management.</li><li>Create and maintain computer and paperbased filing and organization systems for records reports and documents. Create and maintain uptodate desk files and permanent files. Assist attorneys/paralegals in data entry and maintenance of practice areas contract database and database reporting as well as maintenance of all forms agreements disclosure documents and Sharepoint sites.</li><li>Act as liaison between the attorneys and other Marriott employees and outside counsel.</li><li>Organize and schedule meetings and conference calls and handle highpriority scheduling issues. Manage and coordinate calendars with team members and for Senior Leaders and other associates. Prepare for group and other general meetings including scheduling conference rooms preparing agenda items prior distribution of materials room set up audio visual equipment set up and food and beverage arrangements. Where necessary take minutes of the meetings.</li><li>Handle all travel arrangements and coordinate logistics including transportation reservations visas and lodging arrangements. Efficiently prepare expense reports.</li><li>Assist and work closely with the Executive Assistant/team leader with overflow as requested.</li><li>Review all incoming mail (including original legal documents) and forward to the appropriate attorney. Send couriers containing original legal documents.</li><li>Ensure necessary office supply inventory is available and order as needed. Ensure all office equipment is in working order.</li><li>Perform any other duties as necessary.</li><li>Provide cover for Legal Assistants during vacation/sickness</li></ul>Requirements for Position<ul><li>Minimum of three years of secretarial experience in a law firm or corporate department preferred but not essential.</li><li>Strong skills with MS Office e.g. Word Outlook and PowerPoint. Proficiency or capacity to learn to utilize Teams/Sharepoint and database programs such as iManage are essential.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize completing tasks on time with a good ability to multitask and deal with a high volume and strong sense of urgency. Flexibility to adapt to continually changing workload priorities and work well under pressure in a fastpaced environment.</li><li>Ability to proactively identify problems and issues and develop appropriate and innovative solutions. Ability to think outside the box and be resourceful.</li><li>Good time management organizational and interpersonal skills. Ability to work well in a team to achieve common goals and promote a positive work environment. Eagerness to pitch in to help others when needed. Collaborates well with a diverse group of attorneys and associates and is a good representative of the Law Department. High degree of professionalism diplomacy and tact.</li><li>Ability to demonstrate impeccable integrity in confidential matters and elsewhere.</li><li>Fast accurate typing. Strong word processing and spelling/grammar/proofreading skills.</li><li>Good judgment; professional demeanor</li><li>Diligence and strong work ethic.</li><li>Ability to work independently on projects and as part of a team.</li><li>Excellent English skills both written and verbal are essential.</li></ul>Education:High School diploma or equivalent completed secondary education required. Marriott International is an equal opportunity believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive peoplefirst are committed to nondiscrimination onanyprotectedbasis such as disability and veteran status or any other basis covered under applicable law.

Legal Secretary

Major Development

Position OverviewWe are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Legal Officer &ndash; Trade, Fintech, Real Estate to support the company&rsquo;s legal operations across the company&rsquo;s activities within the UAE and, on rare occasions, abroad. The role involves hands-on legal work, contract management, regulatory compliance, and coordination with government authorities and external legal counsel to ensure full compliance with laws and regulations.The work will be within the company&rsquo;s legal team.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide day-to-day legal support across the company&rsquo;s trade, fintech, and real estate activities within the UAE, and on rare occasions, in cross-border matters.</li><li>Draft, review, negotiate, and manage contracts, including commercial agreements, service agreements, NDAs, fintech-related agreements, and real estate documentation.</li><li>Ensure ongoing compliance with UAE federal and local laws, regulations, and regulatory requirements applicable to trade, fintech, and real estate sectors.</li><li>Monitor and interpret regulatory developments and advise relevant stakeholders on legal implications and required actions.</li><li>Coordinate with government authorities, regulators, and free zone authorities (e.g., licensing, registrations, renewals, approvals, and filings).</li><li>Support fintech compliance matters, including licensing, regulatory submissions, and interactions with relevant financial and technology regulators.</li><li>Assist with real estate legal matters, including leases, property acquisitions/disposals, registrations, and related due diligence.</li><li>Support corporate governance and company secretarial matters, including resolutions, powers of attorney, and statutory filings.</li><li>Liaise with and manage external legal counsel, including preparing briefs, reviewing advice, and monitoring costs and timelines.</li><li>Maintain accurate legal records, contract databases, and compliance documentation.</li><li>Identify legal risks and provide practical, business-oriented legal advice to mitigate exposure.</li><li>Assist in handling disputes, claims, and regulatory inquiries, under the supervision of senior legal counsel where applicable.</li><li>Provide due diligence &amp; property transactions, including: conduct legal due diligence for property acquisitions and developments; assist in transaction structuring, documentation, and closing activities.</li><li>Maintain organized legal records, contracts, and regulatory filings.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Requirements<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized institution.</li><li>Minimum 4&ndash;6 years of legal experience, with mandatory UAE experience.</li><li>Working knowledge of relevant legal fields.</li><li>Hands-on experience with sale and purchase agreements, title transfers, leasing, and developer-related documentation.</li><li>Ability to draft and review legal documents independently.</li><li>Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>High attention to detail, integrity, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Experience working with a real estate developer, brokerage, or construction company in the UAE is preferred.</li><li>Proficiency in English is required.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: AED10,000.00 - AED15,000.00 per monthApplication Question(s):<ul><li>How soon can you join?</li><li>What's your expected monthly salary (AED)?</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Financial services: 3 years (Required)</li><li>real estate industry: 2 years (Required)</li><li>legal affairs: 7 years (Required)</li></ul>

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