senior legal counsel

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

CMC Markets

<div><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.</div><div></div><div>
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.</div><div></div><div>
Key Responsibilities</div><div>
Regional Legal &amp; Regulatory Support (Middle East Focus)</div><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><div></div><div>
Commercial &amp; Corporate</div><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><div></div><div>
Product &amp; Operational Support</div><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><div></div><div>
Global Collaboration</div><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><div></div><div>
Risk Mitigation &amp; Governance</div><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><div>
Principal Accountabilities</div><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><div></div><div>
Key Skills &amp; Experience</div><div>
Essential</div><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><div>
Desirable</div><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><div></div><div>
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></div>

Merzigo

<div>
 
 
 About Merzigo
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Merzigo is a cutting-edge video monetization company, that provides a range of innovative services to broadcasters, producers, and distributors. They focus on supporting leading entertainment brands to grow their AVOD business, finding them new audiences, and increasing revenue streams.
 
 
 
 
 
 Our company is dedicated to inclusion, diversity, and equality. By bringing together individuals with various backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, we aim to create an innovative and dynamic work environment. Everyone must feel valued and respected, as this is a crucial component in strengthening team spirit. We strive to give all our employees equal opportunities to reach their full potential in an inclusive atmosphere.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Position
 
 : Senior Legal Counsel
 
 
 
 Location
 
 : Etiler, Istanbul
 
 
 
 Employment Type
 
 : Full-time
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications;
 
 
 <ul>
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law from a reputable university,
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 Minimum of 5 years of professional experience as a legal counsel, with solid knowledge of Intellectual Property Law, Law of Obligations, Enforcement and Bankruptcy Law, Commercial Law, and Labor Law,
 </li>
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 Strong analytical abilities and a solution-oriented mindset,
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 Advanced Legal English skills, including drafting, negotiation, and contract review,
 </li>
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 Ability to work under demanding schedules and adapt to intense workloads when required,
 </li>
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 Proficiency in MS Office programs,
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 No travel limitations,
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 <li>
 An LL.M. degree and registration with the UK Bar would be considered a strong advantage.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Description;
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Track, evaluate, and regularly report all domestic and international legal disputes involving the holding&rsquo;s subsidiaries across various legal domains,
 </li>
 <li>
 Draft, review, and negotiate agreements, protocols, notices, and other legal documents, ensuring smooth coordination with relevant internal teams and counterparties,
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage legal and official correspondence in an organized and timely manner,
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor legislative updates, case law developments, and regulatory changes, and prepare informative reports for related departments,
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide legal assessments, prepare briefing notes, and offer practical legal guidance to internal stakeholders,
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct risk evaluations for disputes and contracts, ensure internal processes comply with applicable regulations, and implement preventive legal strategies,
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain a structured and accessible legal documentation archive,
 </li>
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 Prepare consolidated legal reports for senior management when requested.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We welcome candidates who share this mission to join us.
 
 
 
</div>

Linum Consult

<div>
 
 
 
 Senior Legal Counsel &ndash; Doha, Qatar
 
 
 
 
 
 CLIENT
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Linum Consult&rsquo;s client is a major international company that works within the power and energy sector. They are currently seeking a Senior Legal Counsel with experience of working on the legal side of Business Development deals, to be based in their Doha office.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 RESPONSIBILITIES
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Ensuring the activities of the company are conducted lawfully and in compliance with all relevant contracts, procedures, and regulations
 </li>
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 Supervising and presenting advice on legal issues related to the rights, obligations, privileges, and cases with regards to the company&rsquo;s business operations
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 Contributing to the return and cash flow of the company through the provision of legal support in the development of contracts related to new projects
 </li>
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 Drafting, reviewing, and finalising correspondence and contracts between the company and business partners, contractors, and clients, with a view to ensure compliance with legal requirements
 </li>
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 Staying observant of the constitution, statutes, laws, rulings, and regulations in the state of Qatar and international markets. Following legal updates to determine any legal implications for the company
 </li>
 <li>
 Checking and reviewing contracts/agreements with the Head of Business Development or Regional Managers, to ensure that the contract covers all terms that the Business Development team might have discussed with the other party
 </li>
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 Ensuring that all documentary requirements have been adhered to before signing contracts/agreements with the various parties
 </li>
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 Liaising with relevant professional advisers (e.g., external lawyers) to obtain external advice where appropriate
 </li>
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 Liaising with the Head of Business Development to provide legal advice with regards to business development opportunities through exploring new ventures such as mergers and acquisitions, investment and procurement activities locally and internationally
 </li>
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 Representing the company in all dispute/litigation cases with external parties in front of the judicial authorities
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 PROFILE
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 University degree qualification in Law, specialising in Corporate Law, from a recognised law school, ideally with Professional Certification
 </li>
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 At least 12 years of Legal Counsel experience, ideally with 5 years within the power/energy industry
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrable experience in an international setting
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong understanding of Business-to-Business contracts, working on the legal side of Business Development deals such as acquisitions and power purchase agreements
 </li>
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 Ability to highlight the risks and binding clauses in a contract
 </li>
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 Fluent in English with very strong verbal and written communication skills
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 APPLICATION PROCESS
 
 
 
 
 
 
 If you feel that you have the right background of experience to take up this challenging position, then please formally submit your CV along with your current financial package details for the attention of Fatima Rodriguez to middle.east@linumconsult.com
 
 
 If your application has been successful, then we will contact you within 72hrs.
 
 
 
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Webster University

<div>Job Title: Senior Legal Counsel
Position Summary: 
Senior Legal Counsel role is to oversee all legal activities and be responsible for providing expert legal advice. The successful candidate must have an expert knowledge of legal corporate governance and be able to navigate the healthcare technology space. Primary responsibilities involve managing corporate governance and securities compliance, overseeing external counsel, and drafting, reviewing, negotiating and finalizing contracts with vendors and clients. Additionally, this position will provide legal support for the business including employment matters, records information, regulatory support, corporate communications and sales and marketing. This role will interact with internal business units, external customers, vendors and strategic partners to provide timely updates and support on various contractual issues. In addition, this position will have the opportunity to assist on other legal matters within all departments from time to time. 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Manage day-to-day legal matters to support the business, including the drafting, negotiation and finalization of general contracts, licenses, consulting agreements, business associate agreements, and product and service agreements. Investigate potential or alleged legal violations, employment legal matters, records information, regulatory support, government affairs, and corporate communications
</li><li>Provide strategic legal advice and support to senior leadership on legal aspects relative to business practices, corporate strategies, policy interpretation, compliance, contractual disputes and legal trends
</li><li>Develop, implement and update legal policies, procedures and practices in coordination with senior leadership
</li><li>Anticipate and identify legal issues and proactively develop effective and practical legal strategies and solutions to address risk
</li><li>Create processes for and manage compliance with securities rules and regulations
</li><li>Provide support for M&amp;A transactions
</li></ul>Education and Experience:
<ul><li>Juris Doctor (JD) Degree
</li><li>Minimum of five years legal practice experience in negotiating and drafting product and service contracts, required
</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
<ul><li>Exceptional negotiating, drafting and communication skills
</li><li>Mature judgment with the ability to build relationships across the entire organization
</li><li>Organized planner with strong analytical skills and the capacity to work simultaneously on a variety of diverse projects within strict time constraints
</li><li>Strong working knowledge of commercial contracts required
</li><li>Strong working knowledge of technology contracts preferred
</li><li>Ability to work with key business partners and put legal analysis in its proper commercial context in order to maximize business results for all parties
</li><li>Must be able to identify and articulate the business and legal concerns that are relevant to the company
</li><li>Strong decision making skills based on sound judgment
</li><li>Strong presentation and negotiation skills&mdash;ability to influence and persuade in decision making processes both internally and externally
</li><li>Ability to draft clear, concise, professional and legally robust correspondence, contractual documentation, policies and other documentation
</li><li>Must be able to work effectively as a team member with every level of Convey staff and external counsel.
</li><li>Ability to drive project timelines to completion with a cross-functional team
</li><li>Excellent research, analytical, problem solving and organizational skills required
</li><li>Must be able to manage multiple projects/priorities and meet deadlines
</li><li>Must be a self-starter with initiative and ability to seek guidance when necessary
</li><li>Ability to deliver high quality work product and with a high degree of independence in a timely manner.
</li></ul>The expected base salary for this position ranges from $155,000 &ndash; 165,000 with a bonus target of up to 15% of the base salary. We do consider a wide range of factors when making offer decisions, including (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, a candidate&rsquo;s relevant skills, training, experience, education and where applicable, licensure and certifications obtained. We also consider organizational and market factors when making offer decisions. 
Convey Health Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. 
Convey Health Solutions also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the application or interview process should contact the Human Resources department.</div>
 <div><div>About Us
 
Convey Health Solutions, together with Pareto Intelligence&trade;, delivers a powerful combination of purpose-built technology, advanced analytics, and expert services to help health plans thrive in a complex, post-Affordable Care Act environment.
 
 
As a trusted partner to Medicare and commercial payers, we provide scalable, compliant solutions that span the entire member lifecycle-from enrollment and billing to risk adjustment, Stars performance, and member engagement. Pareto's deep analytics and financial intelligence complement Convey's operational expertise, enabling our clients to improve performance, reduce costs, and create better healthcare experiences for millions of Americans-especially seniors and vulnerable populations.
 
 
Together, we help health plans scale smarter, grow stronger, and make healthcare work better for the people who need it most. Learn more at http://www.ConveyHealthSolutions.com</div></div><div></div>

Vahura

<div>
 
 Our client a
 
 Technology
 
 company is looking to hire a
 
 Senior Legal Counsel
 
 to join their dynamic legal team in Bangalore to support their international operations.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Bangalore, India
 
 
 
 Experience:
 
 12&ndash;15 years
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Draft, review, and negotiate international contracts in the technology and SaaS space.
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage SaaS, DaaS, Sales, Enterprise, and Supplier agreements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Handle high-value contracts (USD 10&ndash;20 million) with strategic business impact.
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead and mentor a team of five legal professionals based in India.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Ideal Candidate Profile:
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 12&ndash;15 years PQE with strong experience in international technology contracts.
 </li>
 <li>
 Exposure to SaaS/DaaS agreements and large-scale commercial contracts.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 This is a high-impact role for a legal professional looking to operate at a regional level in a fast-growing tech environment.
 
 
 
 
 
 Interested professionals may reach out to nilasha@vahura.com.
 
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Netradyne

<div>
 
 Netradyne
 
 harnesses the power of Computer Vision and Edge Computing to revolutionize the modern-day transportation ecosystem. We are a leader in fleet safety solutions. With growth exceeding 4x year over year, our solution is quickly being recognized as a significant disruptive technology. Our team is growing, and we need forward-thinking, uncompromising, competitive team members to continue to facilitate our growth.
 
 
 
 Job Title: Senior Legal Counsel
 
 
 
 Job Location: Bangalore, India
 
 
 Job Description: At Netradyne, we combine AI with edge computing to support the transportation industry. Headquartered in San Diego, California, we are a global leader in driver safety technology. Our team in Bangalore, India, plays a crucial role in our mission to improve safety and efficiency for drivers around the world.
 
 
 We are looking for a determined, self-motivated Senior Legal Counsel who can support our mission and help us navigate the legal landscape. This includes legal counselling and negotiating in areas including commercial, regulatory and corporate matters, transactions, litigation, competition, anti-bribery, sanctions, advertising, tax, IP, and employment issues.
 
 
 Purpose of Job: The Senior Legal Counsel will provide legal support to the Netradyne leadership team and our operations in Bangalore, India.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Serve as a key resource, providing effective daily legal support that enables our business to achieve objectives, minimize legal risks, and comply with local laws, regulations, and company policies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proactively support the company in preventing, detecting, and responding to legal risks in business operations. Monitor, identify, interpret, and communicate changes in the law that could affect business operations. Assist with internal controls and compliance program enhancements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Participate in regional and corporate assignments/projects.
 </li>
 <li>
 Negotiate legal terms in a wide variety of contracts.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with lawyers in the US to ensure consistent legal advice and effective use of Legal resources. \Assist in identifying legal issues and implementing processes in support of Netradyne&rsquo;s global expansion into Europe and Asia.
 </li>
 <li>
 Work with in-house counsel on internal investigations or government inquiries when needed.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop and conduct training programs for the employees based on identified needs.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support implementation of legal strategy, AI projects, and advocacy activities
 </li>
 <li>
 Mentor more junior in-house legal professional.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Requirements:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 At least 12 years of experience in an international law firm or the in-house legal department of a multinational company, with a strong emphasis on commercial law.
 </li>
 <li>
 Fluent in English.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience working with legal matters in different geographies, particularly India and exposure to Europe, and APAC would be a plus.
 </li>
 <li>
 Degree in law from top universities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in a Technology based multinational company is a plus.
 </li>
 <li>
 Litigation experience is a plus.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to lead and participate in late night and early morning meetings with stakeholders in multiple geographies.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Skills:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Excellent contract negotiation skills a must.
 </li>
 <li>
 Litigation skills a plus.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to think critically and identify gaps in legal documents.
 </li>
 <li>
 Comprehensive technical knowledge / experience to improve legal processes, and services.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to work independently and lead large-scale legal projects across regions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent risk management skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to facilitate and manage contract review from cross-department stakeholders.
 </li>
 <li>
 Self-motivated, highly organized.
 </li>
 <li>
 Able to anticipate and resolve complex legal problems.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent communication skills (written and oral).
 </li>
 <li>
 Attention to detail.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong interpersonal skills, ability to establish key relationships, and partner effectively with others.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong analytical skills and sound judgment, including in high pressure situations
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 Netradyne is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
 
 
 We are committed to an inclusive and diverse team. Netradyne is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any legally protected status.
 
 
 If there is a match between your experiences/skills and the Company's needs, we will contact you directly.
 
 
 Netradyne is an equal-opportunity employer.
 
 
 
 Applicants only - Recruiting agencies do not contact.
 
 
 
 
 Recruitment Fraud Alert!
 
 
 
 There has been an increase in fraud that targets job seekers. Scammers may present themselves to job seekers as Netradyne employees or recruiters. Please be aware that Netradyne does not request sensitive personal data from applicants via text/instant message or any unsecured method; does not promise any advance payment for work equipment set-up and does not use recruitment or job-sourcing agencies that charge candidates an advance fee of any kind. Official communication about your application will only come from emails ending in &lsquo;@netradyne.com&rsquo; or &lsquo;@us-greenhouse-mail.io&rsquo;.
 
 
 Please review and apply to our available job openings at Netradyne.com/company/careers. For more information on avoiding and reporting scams, please visit the Federal Trade Commission's job scams website.
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