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Mace

<div>
 Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  The Role
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Delivery of legal advice to projects and legal training to business. Delivers the business strategy for the team/function and supports plans for the function, providing advice and solutions to support business.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  You'll Be Responsible For
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Inputs and delivers to elements of the legal function strategic plan and provision of legal advice and support.
  </li>
  <li>
   Identifies and implements continuous improvement plans and identifies key business improvements and processes.
  </li>
  <li>
   Carries out and supports the review of tender contracts and legal agreements for business projects.
  </li>
  <li>
   Responsible for the delivery of training programmes to the business on legal and contractual risks and issues.
  </li>
  <li>
   Provides guidance and directions to junior members of the legal team and delegates responsibilities such as when required to appropriate team resources.
  </li>
  <li>
   Provides comprehensive advice on issues arising, risks and commercial queries.
  </li>
  <li>
   Develops and maintains a series of both internal and external relationships.
  </li>
  <li>
   Provides mentoring/training to members of the team.
  </li>
  <li>
   Shares technical/functional/domain expertise to upskill capabilities of team members to support development of individuals and service provision.
  </li>
  <li>
   Works collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  You&rsquo;ll Need To Have
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   A relevant degree qualification.
  </li>
  <li>
   Working knowledge and expertise in complex legal matters.
  </li>
  <li>
   Utilises experience and expertise to recommend solutions to legal issues to senior stakeholders.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to understand complex legal information and concepts and able to articulate to others including a range of stakeholders.
  </li>
  <li>
   Champions a data led approach to risk.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Technical Competencies
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Conversant with industry forms of contract e.g. New Engineering Contract (NEC), Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT), International Federation of Consulting Engineers (FIDIC).
  </li>
  <li>
   Good working knowledge of construction project insurances and management of claims.
  </li>
  <li>
   Familiarity with regulatory environment e.g. around health and safety, building safety act, public procurement etc.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Industry Competencies
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Qualified construction lawyer in England and Wales, or a relevant jurisdiction. (or local equivalent).
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience in more than one jurisdiction where the relevant Engine/BU conducts business.
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience with contentious construction matters, disputes and claims avoidance.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Professional Competencies
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Communicates complex ideas/technical concepts to a non-technical audience.
  </li>
  <li>
   Manages, influences and negotiates with key senior stakeholders (up to Project Director).
  </li>
  <li>
   Assist with managing and delivering change.
  </li>
  <li>
   Astute commercial awareness, understanding how the construction and built environment industries work, revenues and margins, risks, etc.
  </li>
  <li>
   Horizon scanning, anticipates and shows appreciation of how new legislation comes into force, and current legal trends providing legal expertise for portfolio.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Leadership Competencies
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Excellent negotiation skills.
  </li>
  <li>
   Guides, coaches, upskills and develops team members including junior/support roles.
  </li>
  <li>
   Is adept at managing multiple priorities and stakeholders and solves complex problems utilising legal expertise.
  </li>
  <li>
   Represent the legal team with internal stakeholders utilising comprehensive legal expertise.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Our values
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Safety first - Going home safe and well:
 </strong>
 We champion a safe, diverse, and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of well-being in every team.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Client focus - Deliver on our promise:
 </strong>
 We own the quality of deliverables and strategic outcomes and build long-term relationships with our clients.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Integrity - Always do the right thing:
 </strong>
 We influence positive outcomes within our industry while always aligning with our compliance obligations.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Create opportunity - For our people to excel:
 </strong>
 We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfill all the criteria, please apply, as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.
 <br/>
 <br/>
</div>


Senior Lawyer

Mace Group

<div><div>Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.</div><div>
The role:</div><div>
Delivery of legal advice to projects and legal training to business. Delivers the business strategy for the team/function and supports plans for the function, providing advice and solutions to support business.</div><div>
You'll be responsible for:</div><ul><li><div>
Inputs and delivers to elements of the legal function strategic plan and provision of legal advice and support.</div></li><li><div>
Identifies and implements continuous improvement plans and identifies key business improvements and processes.</div></li><li><div>
Carries out and supports the review of tender contracts and legal agreements for business projects.</div></li><li><div>
Responsible for the delivery of training programmes to the business on legal and contractual risks and issues.</div></li><li><div>
Provides guidance and directions to junior members of the legal team and delegates responsibilities such as when required to appropriate team resources.</div></li><li><div>
Provides comprehensive advice on issues arising, risks and commercial queries.</div></li><li><div>
Develops and maintains a series of both internal and external relationships.</div></li><li><div>
Provides mentoring/training to members of the team.</div></li><li><div>
Shares technical/functional/domain expertise to upskill capabilities of team members to support development of individuals and service provision.</div></li><li><div>
Works collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work.</div></li></ul><div>
You&rsquo;ll need to have:</div><ul><li><div>
A relevant degree qualification.</div></li><li><div>
Working knowledge and expertise in complex legal matters.</div></li><li><div>
Utilises experience and expertise to recommend solutions to legal issues to senior stakeholders.</div></li><li><div>
Ability to understand complex legal information and concepts and able to articulate to others including a range of stakeholders.</div></li><li><div>
Champions a data led approach to risk.</div></li></ul><div>
Technical competencies:</div><ul><li><div>
Conversant with industry forms of contract e.g. New Engineering Contract (NEC), Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT), International Federation of Consulting Engineers (FIDIC).</div></li><li><div>
Good working knowledge of construction project insurances and management of claims.</div></li><li><div>
Familiarity with regulatory environment e.g. around health and safety, building safety act, public procurement etc.</div></li></ul><div>
Industry competencies:</div><div></div><ul><li><div>
Qualified construction lawyer in England and Wales, or a relevant jurisdiction. (or local equivalent).</div></li><li><div>
Experience in more than one jurisdiction where the relevant Engine/BU conducts business.</div></li><li><div>
Experience with contentious construction matters, disputes and claims avoidance.</div></li></ul><div>
Professional competencies:</div><div></div><ul><li><div>
Communicates complex ideas/technical concepts to a non-technical audience.</div></li><li><div>
Manages, influences and negotiates with key senior stakeholders (up to Project Director).</div></li><li><div>
Assist with managing and delivering change.</div></li><li><div>
Astute commercial awareness, understanding how the construction and built environment industries work, revenues and margins, risks, etc.</div></li><li><div>
Horizon scanning, anticipates and shows appreciation of how new legislation comes into force, and current legal trends providing legal expertise for portfolio.</div></li></ul><div>
Leadership competencies:</div><div></div><ul><li><div>
Excellent negotiation skills.</div></li><li><div>
Guides, coaches, upskills and develops team members including junior/support roles.</div></li><li><div>
Is adept at managing multiple priorities and stakeholders and solves complex problems utilising legal expertise.</div></li><li><div>
Represent the legal team with internal stakeholders utilising comprehensive legal expertise.</div></li></ul><div>
Our values</div><div>
Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse, and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of well-being in every team.</div><div>
Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables and strategic outcomes and build long-term relationships with our clients.</div><div>
Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry while always aligning with our compliance obligations.</div><div>
Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.</div><div>
Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfill all the criteria, please apply, as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.</div><div>
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TALENTMATE

<div>
 <strong>
  Job Description
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  The Role
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Delivery of legal advice to projects and legal training to business. Delivers the business strategy for the team/function and supports plans for the function, providing advice and solutions to support business.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Youll Be Responsible For
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Inputs and delivers to elements of the legal function strategic plan and provision of legal advice and support.
  </li>
  <li>
   Identifies and implements continuous improvement plans and identifies key business improvements and processes.
  </li>
  <li>
   Carries out and supports the review of tender contracts and legal agreements for business projects.
  </li>
  <li>
   Responsible for the delivery of training programmes to the business on legal and contractual risks and issues.
  </li>
  <li>
   Provides guidance and directions to junior members of the legal team and delegates responsibilities such as when required to appropriate team resources.
  </li>
  <li>
   Provides comprehensive advice on issues arising, risks and commercial queries.
  </li>
  <li>
   Develops and maintains a series of both internal and external relationships.
  </li>
  <li>
   Provides mentoring/training to members of the team.
  </li>
  <li>
   Shares technical/functional/domain expertise to upskill capabilities of team members to support development of individuals and service provision.
  </li>
  <li>
   Works collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  You&rsquo;ll Need To Have
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   A relevant degree qualification.
  </li>
  <li>
   Working knowledge and expertise in complex legal matters.
  </li>
  <li>
   Utilises experience and expertise to recommend solutions to legal issues to senior stakeholders.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to understand complex legal information and concepts and able to articulate to others including a range of stakeholders.
  </li>
  <li>
   Champions a data led approach to risk.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Technical Competencies
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Conversant with industry forms of contract e.g. New Engineering Contract (NEC), Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT), International Federation of Consulting Engineers (FIDIC).
  </li>
  <li>
   Good working knowledge of construction project insurances and management of claims.
  </li>
  <li>
   Familiarity with regulatory environment e.g. around health and safety, building safety act, public procurement etc.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Industry Competencies
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Qualified construction lawyer in England and Wales, or a relevant jurisdiction. (or local equivalent).
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience in more than one jurisdiction where the relevant Engine/BU conducts business.
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience with contentious construction matters, disputes and claims avoidance.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Professional Competencies
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Communicates complex ideas/technical concepts to a non-technical audience.
  </li>
  <li>
   Manages, influences and negotiates with key senior stakeholders (up to Project Director).
  </li>
  <li>
   Assist with managing and delivering change.
  </li>
  <li>
   Astute commercial awareness, understanding how the construction and built environment industries work, revenues and margins, risks, etc.
  </li>
  <li>
   Horizon scanning, anticipates and shows appreciation of how new legislation comes into force, and current legal trends providing legal expertise for portfolio.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Leadership Competencies
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Excellent negotiation skills.
  </li>
  <li>
   Guides, coaches, upskills and develops team members including junior/support roles.
  </li>
  <li>
   Is adept at managing multiple priorities and stakeholders and solves complex problems utilising legal expertise.
  </li>
  <li>
   Represent the legal team with internal stakeholders utilising comprehensive legal expertise.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Our values
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Safety first - Going home safe and well:
 </strong>
 We champion a safe, diverse, and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of well-being in every team.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Client focus - Deliver on our promise:
 </strong>
 We own the quality of deliverables and strategic outcomes and build long-term relationships with our clients.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Integrity - Always do the right thing:
 </strong>
 We influence positive outcomes within our industry while always aligning with our compliance obligations.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Create opportunity - For our people to excel:
 </strong>
 We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfill all the criteria, please apply, as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Job Details
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Role Level: Not Applicable Work Type: Full-Time Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Company Website: www.macegroup.com Job Function: Legal &amp; Compliance Company Industry/
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 Sector: Construction
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IDEX Consulting Ltd

<div>
 <p>
  An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Banking &amp; Finance Senior Associate to join a leading international firm to be based in Dubai. They are seeking an Associate with 6-8 years PQE (UK qualified) with a banking &amp; finance background.
 </p>
 <p>
 </p>
 <p>
  Our client's Middle East Banking practice has been consistently ranked in the top tier by all of the major legal directories. The Banking Group regularly advises local and international banks and borrowers on the leading deals in the market, many of them involving highly innovative structures. The Group has substantial experience in all types of regional and international financial transactions.
 </p>
 <p>
 </p>
 <p>
  This friendly and collegiate team is headed up by highly experienced and approachable partners who are strongly committed to ensuring that you get the best out of your career. This is a truly fantastic opportunity to receive exceptional quality work as well as first class training and mentoring.
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Banking & Finance Senior Lawyer

PayPal

<div>
 <strong>
  The Company
  <br/>
 </strong>
 PayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years. Creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, personalized, and secure, PayPal empowers consumers and businesses in approximately 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 We operate a global, two-sided network at scale that connects hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers. We help merchants and consumers connect, transact, and complete payments, whether they are online or in person. PayPal is more than a connection to third-party payment networks. We provide proprietary payment solutions accepted by merchants that enable the completion of payments on our platform on behalf of our customers.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 We offer our customers the flexibility to use their accounts to purchase and receive payments for goods and services, as well as the ability to transfer and withdraw funds. We enable consumers to exchange funds more safely with merchants using a variety of funding sources, which may include a bank account, a PayPal or Venmo account balance, PayPal and Venmo branded credit products, a credit card, a debit card, certain cryptocurrencies, or other stored value products such as gift cards, and eligible credit card rewards. Our PayPal, Venmo, and Xoom products also make it safer and simpler for friends and family to transfer funds to each other. We offer merchants an end-to-end payments solution that provides authorization and settlement capabilities, as well as instant access to funds and payouts. We also help merchants connect with their customers, process exchanges and returns, and manage risk. We enable consumers to engage in cross-border shopping and merchants to extend their global reach while reducing the complexity and friction involved in enabling cross-border trade.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Our beliefs are the foundation for how we conduct business every day. We live each day guided by our core values of Inclusion, Innovation, Collaboration, and Wellness. Together, our values ensure that we work together as one global team with our customers at the center of everything we do &ndash; and they push us to ensure we take care of ourselves, each other, and our communities.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Job Description Summary:
  <br/>
 </strong>
 This position will lead our legal function in the Middle East and Africa and is based in Dubai. The position involves working closely with the business to support key strategic initiatives across MEA in particular advising on the launch of new products, relevant law and regulation that impacts the PayPal business and its products and supporting disputes and litigation, data privacy and commercial negotiations. In addition, the role will provide governance support to relevant legal entities across the region.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Job Description:
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Essential Responsibilities:
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Provide strategic legal advice and support to senior management, influencing business strategy an decision making.
  </li>
  <li>
   Anticipate regulatory and legal risks, and proactively design strategies to manage them.
  </li>
  <li>
   Perform legal and regulatory compliance risk assessments, propose creative solutions where applicable, and help advance business objectives.
  </li>
  <li>
   Manage escalations, collaborate across other teams and develop solutions to enable business partners to achieve their goals.
  </li>
  <li>
   Develop a strong rapport and working relationship with business counterparts across the enterprise to help drive the delivery of effective legal services.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, leading the adoption of cutting-edge legal technologies and best practices.
  </li>
  <li>
   Manage legal risks and safeguard PayPal's legal interests, developing forward-looking risk management strategies.
  </li>
  <li>
   Provide key inputs as an industry leader and expert, staying ahead of legal trends and influencing industry standards.
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Expected Qualifications:
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   10+ years relevant experience and a Juris doctorate degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Core Responsibilities
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Additional Responsibilities and Preferred Qualifications
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Working with the PayPal business teams to advise on the development and implementation of new products and services, including the regulatory and business risk implications across the MEA.
  </li>
  <li>
   Dealing with regulatory issues and advising on the impact of new and existing laws and regulations and local governance matters.
  </li>
  <li>
   Advising on and negotiating agreements with key partners, payment processors and financial institutions to further the expansion of the PayPal business.
  </li>
  <li>
   Helping to develop and build the wider, non-legal team&rsquo;s understanding of relevant laws and regulations to encourage a culture of compliance and responsibility.
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 The ideal candidate will be an accomplished senior lawyer with strong interpersonal and organizational skills and a demonstrated ability to effectively and proactively provide sound legal advice, exercise good business judgment, work with senior management and execute on a cross-functional basis in a fast paced environment.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 To succeed in this challenging role, candidates should be mature, self-motivated and well-organised with excellent communication and problem solving skills. Candidates should also be flexible with a global outlook and collaborative working style.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 An ability to work in a matrixed environment with multiple stakeholders is essential. PayPal is a global company and the successful candidate will need to have flexibility to work with and occasionally accommodate colleagues in different time zones.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Job Requirements:
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Admitted as a lawyer with at least 6 year&rsquo;s post-admission experience gained in a law firm or as in-house counsel
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience in banking, payments, financial services or fintech would be desirable
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to collaborate with senior management and cross functional stakeholders
  </li>
  <li>
   Accomplished senior lawyer with a keen attention for detail and an ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
  </li>
  <li>
   Creative thinker with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to stay calm under challenging circumstances
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously, with effective resolution of conflicting priorities
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment and matrixed organisation
  </li>
  <li>
   Flexibility to work with colleagues in Europe, the United States and Asia and accommodate calls and deadlines aligned to their time zones
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 PayPal does not charge candidates any fees for courses, applications, resume reviews, interviews, background checks, or onboarding. Any such request is a red flag and likely part of a scam. To learn more about how to identify and avoid recruitment fraud please visit https://careers.pypl.com/contact-us.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 For the majority of employees, PayPal's balanced hybrid work model offers 3 days in the office for effective in-person collaboration and 2 days at your choice of either the PayPal office or your home workspace, ensuring that you equally have the benefits and conveniences of both locations.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Our Benefits:
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 At PayPal, we&rsquo;re committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can&rsquo;t do this without our most important asset-you. That&rsquo;s why we offer benefits to help you thrive in every stage of life. We champion your financial, physical, and mental health by offering valuable benefits and resources to help you care for the whole you.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 We have great benefits including a flexible work environment, employee shares options, health and life insurance and more. To learn more about our benefits please visit https://www.paypalbenefits.com
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Who We Are:
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 To learn more about our culture and community visit https://about.pypl.com/who-we-are/default.aspx
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at paypalglobaltalentacquisition@paypal.com.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Belonging at PayPal:
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Our employees are central to advancing our mission, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can do their best work with a sense of purpose and belonging. Belonging at PayPal means creating a workplace with a sense of acceptance and security where all employees feel included and valued. We are proud to have a diverse workforce reflective of the merchants, consumers, and communities that we serve, and we continue to take tangible actions to cultivate inclusivity and belonging at PayPal.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Any general requests for consideration of your skills, please Join our Talent Community.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates. Please don&rsquo;t hesitate to apply.
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 REQ ID R0133423
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Director, Legal Counsel - MEA

Confidential

<div>
 <p>
  Role Overview
 </p>
 <p>
  We are seeking an exceptional General Counsel to act as a trusted adviser to the CEO and Board, and to lead all legal, regulatory, and governance matters across the Group. This role is ideal for a commercially minded lawyer trained at a top-tier law firm, with deep experience supporting telecommunications and/or technology-driven businesses.
 </p>
 <p>
  The General Counsel will play a critical role in enabling growth, managing risk, navigating complex regulatory environments, and supporting strategic initiatives including M&amp;A, partnerships, and international expansion.
 </p>
 <p>
  Key Responsibilities
 </p>
 <p>
  Strategic &amp; Commercial Advisory
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Act as principal legal adviser to the CEO, Board, and senior leadership team.
  </li>
  <li>
   Provide pragmatic, commercially focused legal advice aligned with business objectives.
  </li>
  <li>
   Support strategic initiatives including acquisitions, joint ventures, product launches, and market entry.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  Corporate &amp; Governance
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Oversee corporate governance, Board and committee processes, and shareholder matters.
  </li>
  <li>
   Manage company secretarial obligations and ensure compliance with applicable corporate laws.
  </li>
  <li>
   Support capital raises, financing arrangements, and investor relations as required.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  Regulatory &amp; Compliance
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Lead all regulatory matters, with particular focus on telecommunications, technology, data, and digital services regulation.
  </li>
  <li>
   Maintain oversight of compliance frameworks (e.g. telecoms licensing, data protection, cybersecurity, competition law).
  </li>
  <li>
   Engage with regulators and industry bodies as needed.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  Commercial Contracts
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Oversee drafting, negotiation, and management of complex commercial agreements, including:
  </li>
  <li>
   Technology and SaaS agreements
  </li>
  <li>
   Telecoms supply and network agreements
  </li>
  <li>
   Customer, partner, and vendor contracts
  </li>
  <li>
   Develop scalable contracting processes and playbooks.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  Risk Management &amp; Disputes
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Identify and manage legal and regulatory risk across the business.
  </li>
  <li>
   Oversee disputes, litigation, and external counsel relationships.
  </li>
  <li>
   Lead internal investigations and manage sensitive issues.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  Leadership &amp; Legal Function
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Build, lead, and develop a high-performing in-house legal team.
  </li>
  <li>
   Manage external advisers efficiently, ensuring high-quality advice and cost control.
  </li>
  <li>
   Embed a strong legal, ethical, and compliance culture across the organisation.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  Candidate Profile
 </p>
 <p>
  Experience
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Qualified lawyer with training at a top-tier / Magic Circle / elite international law firm.
  </li>
  <li>
   Significant post-qualification experience, including:
  </li>
  <li>
   Time in private practice, ideally followed by senior in-house experience.
  </li>
  <li>
   Direct experience in telecommunications, technology, digital, or regulated industries.
  </li>
  <li>
   Proven experience advising senior executives and Boards.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  Technical Expertise
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Strong grounding in corporate law, commercial contracts, and regulatory matters.
  </li>
  <li>
   In-depth understanding of telecoms and/or technology regulatory frameworks.
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience with data protection, cybersecurity, and IP is highly desirable.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  Personal Attributes
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Commercial, pragmatic, and solutions-oriented.
  </li>
  <li>
   Gravitas and confidence to operate at Board level.
  </li>
  <li>
   Excellent judgment and ability to balance risk with opportunity.
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong leadership, influencing, and communication skills.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
 </p>
</div>


General Counsel

Eversheds Sutherland

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 <strong>
  What To Expect
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 </strong>
 As a lawyer, you enjoy a variety of work: regional to international and across practice groups. With us, you grow your global mindset. You&rsquo;re encouraged to put ideas into action and there&rsquo;s always something new and different to get involved in. We see the fast-moving world as a place where we can all thrive and succeed. We&rsquo;re excited for what&rsquo;s next, so with us, you can be too.
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  Our team
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 </strong>
 We are a Banking Practice Group based in Dubai focused on advising clients on bespoke and innovation financing transaction structures both in the GCC and internationally.
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 <br/>
 Having recently strengthened our platform with senior hires from top-tier global firms we are entering a new growth phase and are building a team that is excited about shaping the future of finance in the region.
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 <br/>
 We work with an exceptional mix of clients, regularly advising borrowers and lenders on a broad range of financing transactions (both conventional and Shari&rsquo;ah compliant) including private credit and restructurings.
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 <br/>
 The breadth and quality of work that we undertake sets us apart from many of our competitors. On the majority of transactions we act opposite Magic Circle and large U.S. firms. Many of our Partners and Associates have joined the team from Magic Circle, US and similar high quality finance practices, and work alongside Associates and Partners who have been with the firm from the early stages of their careers.
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 <br/>
 We are looking for an ambitious lawyer who will be part of a collaborative team, with the opportunity to grow quickly and work directly and closely with the finance partners on complex financing matters.
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 <strong>
  Key Responsibilities
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Play a key role in assisting the team on advising borrowers and lenders on a broad range of financing transactions in the GCC, as well as financing transactions outside of the region.
  </li>
  <li>
   Review, negotiate and agree LMA Facility Agreements, security documents and other finance documents.
  </li>
  <li>
   Manage conditions precedent (CP) checklists and coordinate completion across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.
  </li>
  <li>
   Provide legal support on financing transactions, including private credit, real estate finance, and Islamic finance.
  </li>
  <li>
   Conduct due diligence on borrowers, guarantors, and collateral, identifying risks and proposing mitigants.
  </li>
  <li>
   Advise on security packages and oversee perfection steps.
  </li>
  <li>
   Draft and review legal opinions and coordinate with local counsel.
  </li>
  <li>
   Conduct legal research.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Skills &amp; Experience
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   English qualified lawyer with approximately three years post-qualification experience.
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong banking and finance expertise with exposure to Islamic finance or real estate finance considered an advantage.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to work on cross-border deals.
  </li>
  <li>
   Thorough understanding of LMA Facility Agreements, security documents, and CP management.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  What&rsquo;s in it for you?
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 At Eversheds Sutherland, we provide benefits focused on looking after you: your development, your performance, your financial future and your health, as well as providing the opportunity to make a contribution to the world.
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 <br/>
 <ul>
  <li>
   We&rsquo;re fair, transparent and equitable
  </li>
  <li>
   We share in the success of the firm, reward alignment to our values, going above and beyond and your individual performance
  </li>
  <li>
   We support flexible ways of working through our remote working policy and commitment to flexible, agile and hybrid ways of working
  </li>
  <li>
   We support your health and performance through our dental, healthcare and wellness support
  </li>
  <li>
   We support everything you are and all you bring through our powerful commitment to diversity and inclusion
  </li>
  <li>
   We provide a platform for your career, whatever your ambitions through our structured professional and personal training, mentoring and development programs
  </li>
  <li>
   We provide experience and opportunity through international and cross-function exposure
  </li>
  <li>
   We provide an opportunity to give back through our pro bono work and community engagement
  </li>
 </ul>
</div>


Associate, Banking & Finance

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