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senior legal counsel

CMC Markets

<div>
 
 We are looking to hire a Senior Legal Counsel to join us here at CMC Markets. This is a pivotal role as our sole Legal Counsel based in Dubai, supporting the firm&rsquo;s regulated operations within the DIFC and ensuring the business remains compliant with all applicable DFSA and UAE legal requirements. You will act as the primary legal point of contact for the Middle East business, while working closely with the Head of Legal - EMEA and the wider global Legal, Compliance, Finance and Senior Leadership teams.
 
 
 
 
 
 Your remit spans commercial, regulatory, corporate, employment, and product-related legal matters, as well as contributing to global legal initiatives and helping to shape CMC&rsquo;s growth in the region.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 Regional Legal &amp; Regulatory Support (Middle East Focus)
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Provide legal advice on all matters relating to the firm&rsquo;s operations within the
 
 DIFC
 
 and under
 
 DFSA rules
 
 , ensuring compliance with regional regulatory requirements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise the business on UAE-specific legal considerations, including contractual, regulatory, market, employment, and other legal obligations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate with the Dubai and global Compliance function to ensure continued compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Act as the primary liaison between CMC and regional external counsel for the Dubai-based business.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Commercial &amp; Corporate
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements relevant to the UAE and wider Middle East region, including market data licences, vendor agreements, prime brokerage documentation (including ISDAs), and institutional/partner arrangements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the Finance and Treasury teams on loans, engagement letters and other financing arrangements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist the Tax team with engagement letters and related documentation.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Product &amp; Operational Support
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Draft and amend Terms of Business for the Middle East, ensuring consistency with DFSA rules and alignment with global standards.
 </li>
 <li>
 Work alongside Operations and Product teams on regional initiatives, client onboarding projects and corporate account arrangements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support Compliance on complaints handling (where required), regulatory changes and financial promotions reviews.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Global Collaboration
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Work closely with legal colleagues across geographies to ensure smooth cross-border coordination and knowledge sharing.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist with monthly board reporting and contribute to regional updates for senior leadership.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support global expansion projects, including new product initiatives, cross-border offerings and new branch considerations.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Risk Mitigation &amp; Governance
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Proactively identify, assess and mitigate legal risks across the region.
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage external counsel effectively to balance cost, efficiency and quality.
 </li>
 <li>
 Uphold and contribute to best-practice governance, maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and legal oversight.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Principal Accountabilities
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Deliver high-quality legal advice across the Middle East, with a sharp focus on DFSA compliance and regional regulatory frameworks.
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimise legal and regulatory risk through effective oversight, documentation and proactive intervention.
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage external advisers for value, quality and strategic alignment.
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain a deep understanding of the financial services industry, particularly regional market developments affecting CFDs, derivatives, equities, digital assets, and online trading.
 </li>
 <li>
 Promote an inclusive and supportive culture across the Legal function.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Skills &amp; Experience
 
 
 
 
 Essential
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Practising solicitor qualified in England &amp; Wales , with a minimum of 6 years&rsquo; post-qualification experience, or possessing equivalent professional education and experience from another relevant jurisdiction.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong knowledge of the
 
 DFSA regulatory framework
 
 and the legal environment of the
 
 DIFC
 
 ; experience in UAE onshore matters is beneficial.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex legal issues succinctly.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong organisational, analytical and negotiation capabilities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Confidence working autonomously as the sole legal presence in the region, while integrating effectively with a global team.
 </li>
 <li>
 Thorough understanding of legal and regulatory issues within the financial services industry.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Desirable
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Derivatives experience, including ISDA and prime brokerage documentation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Previous experience within a regulated online trading or derivatives environment in the Middle East.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 CMC Markets is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.
 
</div>

Senior Legal Counsel

Oracle

<div>
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 The Senior Legal Counsel will provide in-house legal services across countries in the Middle East region with focus on transactional work supporting the business in negotiating, drafting and closing cloud transactions. The position is based in Dubai. The Middle East Legal function is part of the wider EMEA Legal organisation.
 
 
 The Senior Legal Counsel will report to the Senior Legal Director, Middle East (located in Dubai) and will be responsible for the following main tasks and activities in relation to cloud transactions:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Advising the business on legal and contractual matters, including the structuring of contracts and appropriate documents to be used
 </li>
 <li>
 Assisting the business in negotiations with customers and partners (including face-to-face meetings when required)
 </li>
 <li>
 Working closely with sales management to ensure alignment and appropriate prioritization of legal resource
 </li>
 <li>
 Working closely with Oracle&rsquo;s Customer Deal Desk group, product compliance teams, operations teams, and the Privacy &amp; Security Legal group, including in connection with internal approvals and consequent drafting, to ensure a smooth and efficient support to the business and compliance with Oracle policies and procedures as well as local laws and regulations
 </li>
 <li>
 Identifying, analysing and assessing legal/contractual risk in connection with business transactions, including in connection with internal approvals to assist approvers in making decisions on an informed basis
 </li>
 <li>
 Reviewing, vetting and drafting of non-standard contracts and clauses
 </li>
 <li>
 Localizing Oracle model standard agreements and clauses when required
 </li>
 <li>
 Responding to various ad-hoc queries
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist in connection with disputes and litigation matters (related to cloud transactions)
 </li>
 <li>
 Assisting the Compliance &amp; Ethics group in connection with compliance cases (related to cloud transactions)
 </li>
 <li>
 Working with other legal groups in EMEA in connection with cross-border deals and EMEA-wide initiatives and projects
 </li>
 <li>
 Providing legal training and updates to the business and other functions on cloud contracting matters and developments
 </li>
 <li>
 Performing various other tasks as are relevant for an in-house lawyer
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Minimum job requirements:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Fluency in English and Arabic, oral and written
 </li>
 <li>
 Law degree
 </li>
 <li>
 6-8 years of relevant work experience with a significant proportion of that time spent supporting cloud transactions; experience from an in-house legal function will be a distinct plus
 </li>
 <li>
 Basic computer skills (including experience with Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
 </li>
 <li>
 Willingness to travel if required (not often)
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Required key skills:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to explain legal matters to non-lawyers
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent negotiation skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Well-organized, structured and proactive way of working, including adherence to deadlines
 </li>
 <li>
 Sound judgment
 </li>
 <li>
 Creative thinking and problem solving orientation
 </li>
 <li>
 Business orientation; ability to balance legal considerations with commercial considerations
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to work independently but also as part of teams
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to perform under pressure in an often fast-paced environment
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to work in an environment with multiple stakeholders and within a framework governed by corporate policies and business practices
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 Responsible for providing legal advice to the organization. Close liaison to business in providing a variety of corporate and commercial legal services. May perform litigation on Oracle's behalf or coordinates litigation and other legal, administrative or investigative actions handled by outside counsel. May draft, review, and negotiate major and/or non-standard technology contracts with public and private sector customers, including licensing agreements, professional services agreements, and cloud services agreements. May advise on legal issues involving government and regulatory compliance. Responds to ad hoc queries to include identification, analysis, and evaluation of risks in order to provide appropriate legal solutions. Works closely with other lawyers throughout Oracle and coordinates legal matters handled by outside lawyers. Demonstrates deep general commercial or functional knowledge across a wide range of sub disciplines within the individual's specialty area(s), (e.g., general corporate law, antitrust/competition law, securities compliance and regulatory, employment law, immigration law, cloud transactions, data privacy, risk management asset-backed financing, contract management, intellectual property, trade secrets, advertising law, registration and other resolutions specific to the computer and technology industry)
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 Career Level - IC4
 
 
 
 About Us
 
 
 
 Only Oracle brings together the data, infrastructure, applications, and expertise to power everything from industry innovations to life-saving care. And with AI embedded across our products and services, we help customers turn that promise into a better future for all. Discover your potential at a company leading the way in AI and cloud solutions that impact billions of lives.
 
 
 True innovation starts when everyone is empowered to contribute. That&rsquo;s why we&rsquo;re committed to growing a workforce that promotes opportunities for all with competitive benefits that support our people with flexible medical, life insurance, and retirement options. We also encourage employees to give back to their communities through our volunteer programs.
 
 
 We&rsquo;re committed to including people with disabilities at all stages of the employment process. If you require accessibility assistance or accommodation for a disability at any point, let us know by emailing accommodation-request_mb@oracle.com or by calling 1-888-404-2494 in the United States.
 
 
 Oracle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans&rsquo; status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Oracle will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable law.
</div>

Senior Legal Counsel , Cloud

Aman

<div>
 Join our dynamic corporate team and become part of Aman Group. With offices strategically located around the world (Zug, London, Dubai, Singapore, Bangkok, Miami and New York), our corporate colleagues are at the forefront of driving innovation and excellence for our ultra-luxury brand.
 
 
 Aman Group is seeking an experienced lawyer with a strong focus on legal services relating to our expanding portfolio of branded residences. This role will support the growth, launch, and ongoing management of our global residences while ensuring compliance with all applicable legal and regulatory standards. Reporting to the Director of Legal, Development, the successful candidate will work closely with regional Residences, Operations, and Development teams.
 
 
 This is an exciting opportunity for a legal professional with a solid grounding in top-tier legal practice and a genuine passion for the ultra-luxury hospitality and real estate sectors. The role requires sound judgement, the ability to manage complex matters independently, and a commitment to delivering commercially aligned legal solutions.
 
 
 
 Responsibility
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Work closely with business teams, including Development, Technical Services, and Sales, as well as external counsel, to provide legal support for the Group&rsquo;s residence development projects in Asia, EMEA, and other regions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Draft, review, and negotiate hotel and residential management agreements, sales contracts, and a range of other legal documents (including NDAs, heads of terms, brand license agreements, and technical services agreements) in support of the Group&rsquo;s global residences portfolio expansion.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support M&amp;A transactions involving branded residential assets, including conducting legal due diligence, advising on transaction structuring, negotiating contracts, and coordinating closing deliverables.
 </li>
 <li>
 Partner with external counsel, joint venture partners, developers, and internal business stakeholders to ensure efficient and seamless project execution.
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee and maintain the Group&rsquo;s database of legal precedents, ensuring templates remain up to date, aligned with current operational realities, and reflective of market best practice.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide legal advice on compliance, operations, and residence-related matters to internal teams, joint venture partners, and prospective buyers.
 </li>
 <li>
 Handle complex matters with a broader scope, demonstrating increased independence and sound judgement consistent with a 7+ year PQE level of seniority.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Minimum 7 years&rsquo; post-qualification experience (PQE), including at least 2 years in a top-tier international or regional law firm.
 </li>
 <li>
 In-house experience within the hospitality or real estate sectors is advantageous, though not essential.
 </li>
 <li>
 Law degree from a reputable university with a strong academic track record.
 </li>
 <li>
 Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to balance legal rigour and commercial practicality.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple jurisdictions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrated ability to work independently while maintaining strong collaboration with cross-functional teams.
 </li>
 <li>
 Willingness to travel as required to support business needs.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 This position offers the opportunity to shape and strengthen the legal foundations of Aman Group&rsquo;s global branded residences portfolio, working in a fast-paced, collaborative, and internationally focused environment.
 
 
 
 Benefits
 
 
 
 Aman Group offers competitive benefits including exciting international career growth in a company that is expanding rapidly.
 
 
 If you are ready to take on the challenge of shaping the future of this unique property and creating unforgettable guest experiences, we invite you to apply to join our team.
</div>

Senior Legal Counsel - Residences

Kraft Heinz

<div>
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 We are seeking an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to lead the legal function for the Gulf region and South Africa. The successful candidate will provide strategic legal advice and support to the business across a range of areas, including contract management, marketing and IP, company secretarial, compliance, and dispute resolution. This is a key role that requires strong technical skills, business acumen, and the ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders across the organization.
 
 
 
 What You'll Do
 
 
 
 
 Contract Management
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Support the drafting, negotiation, and review of contracts across a range of products, goods, and services.
 </li>
 <li>
 Implement an effective distribution contract portfolio management system.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop and maintain standard templates, processes, tools, and trackers to standardize processes within the business and improve existing legal processes.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Marketing and IP
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Advise and support on advertising and marketing law matters, including competitive product claims, packaging materials, media copy, and advertising materials clearance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Review marketing materials content, data, claims, etc. and work closely with the Marketing and Regulatory departments to ensure a timely and risk-managed approach.
 </li>
 <li>
 Review marketing campaigns, sales initiatives, sponsorship, promotional strategies, and permissions - where required.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide local legal support to the Global Brand Protection Team and assist in IP Enforcement and Anti-counterfeit matters.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Company Secretarial
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Support company secretarial matters and meetings.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure corporate secretarial compliance in the cluster, and mainly where the company has a local presence (UAE, KSA).
 </li>
 <li>
 Support company secretarial liaison with the global company secretary function.
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage corporate licences and registrations.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Compliance
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Assist (where applicable) in any internal compliance audits.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise and support data privacy-related compliance matters.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the legal trainings yearly agenda.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Dispute Resolution
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Advise and assist in any pre-litigation disputes and provide legal support in the resolutions of claims.
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage timely and accurate litigation reporting.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Labor Matters
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Provide legal advice on labor law and regulations in UAE and KSA, including employment contracts and labor disputes.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, including labor laws, social security laws, and workers' compensation laws.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Leadership and Management
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead the legal function for the Gulf region and South Africa, providing strategic direction and guidance to the team.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to ensure alignment and effective delivery of legal services.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop and manage the budget for the legal function in the region.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 What You Bring
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law (LLB or equivalent), LLM will be a strong benefit.
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum 8 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in a multinational company.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong technical skills in contract management, marketing and IP, company secretarial, compliance, and dispute resolution.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders across the organization.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong business acumen and understanding of the commercial landscape in the Gulf region and South Africa.
 </li>
 <li>
 Fluency in English (additional languages an advantage).
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Location(s)
 
 
 Dubai Office
 
 
 
 Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer &ndash; Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes
 
 
 .
 
</div>

Senior Legal Counsel GCC & South Africa

Marriott International

<div>Additional Information 
Job Number26012708 
Job CategoryLegal 
LocationDubai Area Office, Central Park Towers Level 12, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates, 213111 
ScheduleFull Time 
Located Remotely?N 
Position Type Management 
<div>Position Summary 
The Senior Director, Legal Counsel &ndash; Development Middle East &amp; Africa provides strategic and transactional legal support to Marriott International&rsquo;s development activities across the MEA region. Based in Dubai and reporting to the Vice President &amp; Senior Legal Counsel &ndash; Development MEA, this role supports owned, leased, franchised and managed hotel, residential, and mixed‑use projects, delivering commercially focused legal advice aligned with Marriott&rsquo;s business objective 
Scope<ul>
<li>Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates</li>
<li>Language Requirements: English (Arabic and/or French advantageous)</li>
<li>Role Type: Individual Contributor</li>
<li>Travel: Regional travel required</li></ul> 
Key Responsibilities<ul>
<li>Structure, draft, negotiate and execute franchise and management agreements, residential licensing and management agreements, guaranties, lender agreements (including comfort letters and SNDAs), and related development documentation.</li>
<li>Advise on existing franchise and management agreement matters, including pre‑opening issues, restructurings, hotel sales, financings, amendments, conversions, and terminations.</li>
<li>Lead legal due diligence, instruct and supervise outside counsel, and manage legal budgets for development projects.</li>
<li>Partner closely with development, operations, franchising, and asset management teams to support transactions from initial structuring through closing and post‑closing matters.</li>
<li>Provide guidance on confidentiality agreements, letters of intent, transaction structuring, trade area restrictions, and related risk considerations.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with franchise regulatory requirements, including franchise disclosure obligations, relationship laws, antitrust, agency, and other applicable regulations.</li>
Navigate complex cross‑border legal environments, coordinating employment, tax, privacy, compliance, insurance, and IP considerations across jurisdictions. 
<li>
</li></ul>Candidate Profile 
Experience<ul>
<li>Strong academic background and qualification as a lawyer from a common law jurisdiction foundation.</li>
<li>Minimum of 4 years&rsquo; experience in a top‑tier law firm or combination with relevant in-house experience.</li>
<li>Active bar membership (US or Canada) or valid practicing certificate (UK or other jurisdiction), as applicable.</li>
<li>Experience advising on complex real estate and hospitality transactions is preferred.</li></ul>
Skills &amp; Competencies<ul>
<li>Excellent contract drafting and negotiation skills in English.</li>
<li>Strong commercial judgment with the ability to deliver practical, business‑aligned legal solutions.</li>
<li>Ability to manage multiple complex matters concurrently in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.</li>
<li>Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and strategic thinking.</li>
<li>High level of autonomy, accountability, and initiative.</li>
<li>Exceptional interpersonal and stakeholder‑management skills, with the ability to work effectively across cultures and seniority levels.</li>
<li>Commitment to the highest ethical standards and integrity.</li>
<li>Willingness and flexibility to travel as required.</li></ul> 
Why Join Marriott International? 
At Marriott International, you&rsquo;ll help shape landmark development projects across one of the world&rsquo;s most dynamic regions. You&rsquo;ll work alongside a globally respected legal team, partner closely with senior business leaders, and contribute to iconic brands that define hospitality worldwide.
Bring your talent expertise to the world stage. Apply today and make your mark with Marriott International. 
#LI-EF1
At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.
Marriott International is the world&rsquo;s largest hotel company, with more brands, more hotels and more opportunities for associates to grow and succeed. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.</div></div>

Senior Director, Legal Counsel – Development Middle East & Africa

EMEA Legal

<div><div><div><ul><li>Dubai</li><li>
Full Time</li></ul></div></div>
<div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Reference: EL0151</h2></div></div>
<div><div>
PQE: 2-5yrs</div></div>
<div><div>
Consultant: Liam Taaffe</div></div>
<div><div>
Our client is seeking a high-calibre Corporate &amp; Commercial Lawyer to join their highly regarded legal team in Dubai. This role involves working closely with the Group General Counsel to provide senior-level legal input and ensure the Group&rsquo;s interests are protected across a diverse range of business activities. Candidates must be UK or US Qualified and currently reside in Dubai with a relevant Work Visa.
The Role<ul><li>
You will focus on Contract Negotiation where you&rsquo;ll lead on significant negotiations with principals, suppliers, and external counsel of counterparties, documenting complex outcomes independently.</li><li>
Oversee the final terms and conditions for key Group contracts, coordinating with the GC or relevant Senior Legal Counsel for final approvals.</li><li>
Participate in Strategic Advisory management meetings to offer expert legal opinions on operational and strategic issues.</li></ul>
Qualifications<ul><li>
Education: Graduate degree in Law from a reputed university.</li><li>
Residency: Candidates must currently reside in Dubai with a Work Visa.</li><li>
Professional Qualification: UK or US qualified preferred.</li><li>
Experience: Minimum of 4 years PQE.</li><li>
Strong private practice background with excellent training gained from a top-tier international law firm in London or New York.</li><li>
Sector Exposure: Experience across multiple sectors with specific expertise in Mergers &amp; Acquisitions (M&amp;A) and/or Commercial Law.</li></ul>
Required Skills<ul><li>
Drafting Skills: Excellent English drafting skills with a proven ability to document complex negotiation outcomes.</li><li>
Mindset: Strong work ethic, structured thought process, and the ability to work under senior-level pressure.</li><li>
Presence: Ability to provide senior-level input and engage effectively with Group leadership.</li><li>
Experience in Mergers &amp; Acquisitions (M&amp;A) and/or Commercial Law.</li></ul>
For further details, please contact Liam Taaffe at EMEA Legal Recruitment.</div></div></div>

Legal Counsel, Dubai

Huda Beauty

<div>
 
 
 Who We Are:
 
 At Huda Beauty, our Vision is to lead in creating a democratised beauty industry where power is given back to people to define, create, and enjoy beauty for themselves! Launched by award-winning beauty powerhouse Huda Kattan in 2013, Huda Beauty is one of the world&rsquo;s fastest-growing beauty brands. As a company, we are fueled by purpose and not profit, this allows us to approach things differently so that we can create products, content, and a community like no other. A lot has changed since our launch in 2013, but something that will forever remain at the core of Huda Beauty is our focus on business excellence and our unwavering passion for kindness!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Summary:
 
 Reporting directly to our General Counsel, Huda Beauty seeks a pragmatic, commercially-minded Director, Corporate and Commercial to establish and scale the Group&rsquo;s legal function across corporate and commercial matters. This hands-on, senior-level role will lead and manage the Group&rsquo;s legal entity governance, company secretarial matters, mergers and acquisitions, legal entity restructuring, the digitisation of the Huda Beauty Legal department and lead our commercial contracting and contract compliance, working collaboratively and cross-functionally. You will be a trusted advisor to the Group&rsquo;s senior management team. The role requires strong stakeholder engagement skills, the ability to translate legal and regulatory requirements into practical business processes, and experience building a positive governance culture in a fast-moving consumer goods environment.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 
 :
 
 
 
 Corporate Affairs
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Oversee the full corporate lifecycle of all Group entities across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring structural integrity, governance alignment, and compliance with applicable laws and internal policies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead and advise on the proper drafting and execution of corporate documents, such as articles of association, memoranda of association, board and manager resolutions, powers of attorney, sale and purchase agreements, transitional services agreements, board minutes, and similar documents.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop and maintain policies, procedures and control frameworks for governance and risk-related matters (e.g., product safety-related operational risks, supply chain, third-party/vendor risk, data/privacy risk intersections).
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead and coordinate entity formation, cross-border reorganisations, mergers, demergers and liquidation/strike-off processes in partnership with external counsel, the Family office as well as Finance and Tax.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise on entity rationalisation and restructuring projects to optimize operational, tax and regulatory outcomes.
 </li>
 <li>
 Own, design, implement and maintain the Group&rsquo;s delegation of authority (DoA) framework; framework; lead periodic reviews and ensure consistent application across jurisdictions; design and maintain internal controls, approval workflows, and audit‑ready processes for signature authority, sign‑off, and DoA exceptions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the establishment and running of governance fora (e.g., risk committee, working groups), prepare agendas, materials and clear action trackers; drive follow-through with senior stakeholders.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide practical advice to business leaders on risk-based decision-making, escalation, and embedding governance into day-to-day operations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor internal controls and remediation plans; coordinate risk testing and assurance activities with internal audit or external reviewers where required.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Commercial Legal
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Provide senior commercial legal advice on customer, supplier and partner contracts, distribution, licensing, master services agreements, and brand/channel agreements relevant to consumer goods/beauty/luxury sectors.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop standardised contracting templates, playbooks and clause libraries to streamline negotiation and reduce legal spend, working collaboratively with our Director, Compliance, Governance and Risk.
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead the negotiation and execution of complex cross-border commercial transactions; provide pragmatic commercial risk advice.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Digitisation and AI
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Drive digital transformation of our legal operations, namely the corporate matters and commercial contract lifecycle management (CLM) through implementation and continuous improvement including tracking, reporting and document retention.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Cross-Functional Partnership
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Act as key legal partner to our Director, Compliance, Governance and Risk; Finance and Tax teams on entity-level matters, intercompany agreements, fund flows and tax-driven restructurings, as well as fostering a culture of compliance and improvement.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support statutory consolidation, financial reporting, audit requests and regulator engagements relating to entity governance and legal documentation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Build strong relationships with the Director (Compliance, Governance &amp; Risk), General Counsel, Finance, People+Culture, Operations, Product Safety/Quality, Procurement and local market leads to create policies and escalations affecting corporate affairs and commercial activities, as well as day-to-day activities.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Team Leadership
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead, develop and mentor direct reports and other Legal, Regulatory and Compliance team members (corporate, commercial and company secretarial); set priorities and manage performance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee selection, engagement and oversight of external counsel and service providers; drive cost-effective delivery and best practice.
 </li>
 <li>
 Champion process improvement, automation and adoption of entity management and CLM systems.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Training &amp; Culture
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Drive the development and delivery of legal training, both as a train‑the‑trainer within the Legal, Regulatory &amp; Compliance function and, also, for business leads and functional stakeholders in order to reduce risk in our business operations and embed risk-aware behaviours.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the General Counsel and Director, Compliance, Governance and Risk in communications and change management to promote a culture of governance and accountability across the group.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Requirements
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Qualified lawyer in a major jurisdiction within the Huda Beauty Group with a minimum of 10-15 years post qualification experience handling complex corporate and commercial legal matters.
 </li>
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 Being called to a US state bar is an advantage.
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 Previous in-house experience in leading and implementing corporate and commercial legal matters is an advantage.
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 Leadership in designing and implementing legal tech solutions and experience with legal AI solutions are an advantage.
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 Strong organisational skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritise multiple tasks seamlessly.
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 High emotional maturity and intelligence with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
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 Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
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 Forward thinker with a Kaizen (continuous improvement) mentality, who actively seeks opportunities to improve and proposes solutions.
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 Keen interest and/or experience in the cosmetics industry is an advantage.
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 Excellent judgement, negotiation, and communication skills.
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 Highly resourceful team player with the ability to be extremely effective independently.
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 Consistently display an approachable nature and flexible working style with flawless written and verbal communication skills.
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 Strong presentation skills, with the ability to present to stakeholders at all levels of the organisation when required.
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 Flexible working style. Occasional early morning or late evening calls may be required to accommodate global business needs. Ad hoc travel may also be required.
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 Our Benefits &amp; Perks
 
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 Monthly &ldquo;Self Love Days&rdquo; &ndash; at company discretion
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 Premium Medical/Dental/Vision coverage for employee plus dependents
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 Monthly coaching sessions with our in-house Success Coach
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 Employee discounts on all Huda Beauty products
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 Quarterly product gifting
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 Huda Beauty is committed to building diverse and inclusive teams and upholding an equal employment workplace that is free from discrimination. We hire stellar individuals regardless of their race, color, ancestry, religion, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, medical conditions, disability, or veteran status. If you need reasonable accommodations at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.
 
 
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Legal Director, Corporate and Commercial

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