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Taylor Root

<div>
 
 
 Senior Counsel, Tech and Media
 
 
 
 
 
 
 This Dubai based technology and media client covers the MENA market and continues to excel in providing a first class product and platform to consumers.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 So why this role in particular?
 
 
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 Strong, well known brand name.
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 Respected and down to earth legal team.
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 Sector growth in an area where this company dominates.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 What you&rsquo;ll be doing:
 
 
 <ul>
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 Handling a wide variety of day to day commercial contracts and agreements.
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 Acting as a s senior contract point for internal business units and teams.
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 Mentoring and guiding junior members of the team, and deputising for senior.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Who you&rsquo;ll likely need to be in order to succeed:
 
 
 
 Whilst there is a degree of flexibility, there are some core guidelines that form the backbone of client expectations:
 
 
 
 
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 It&rsquo;s essential that you&rsquo;re England and Wales qualified, and will need at least 10+ PQE.
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 General skill set of corporate and commercial work.
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 Blended work across broad TMT, IP, telco, sales and marketing.
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 Based in the Middle East right now, or have exposure to, or previous regional market experience.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Job number:
 
 -072025-285988
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Note that the job advertised here represents just a selection of all the in-house roles we have running across the Middle East, Turkey and Africa region from our hub office in Dubai.
 
 
 
 
 
 To have a full overview of all the international roles available right now, please visit our constantly updated website www.taylorroot.com
 
</div>

Senior Counsel, Tech and Media

Hays

<div>
 
 
 Your new company
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The client is an international company with offices located in Dubai.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Your new role
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer as Senior Legal Counsel, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the organization and its Middle Eastern operations, delivering strategic, commercial, and practical legal advice particularly in relation to M&amp;A activity and real estate matters.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Your Duties
 
 
 
 
 
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 Providing end-to-end legal guidance on M&amp;A transactions in the region, including drafting and reviewing documents, conducting due diligence, assessing legal risks, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with internal policies.
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 Addressing due diligence findings, managing contract transfers, ensuring regulatory compliance, and handling post-closing restructuring.
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 Providing key legal support to the real estate function, assisting with new-build projects, business expansion and lease renewals.
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 Leading regional initiatives to improve operational practices and risk management for growth activities.
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 Providing strategic legal guidance on corporate governance and managing the internal approvals process.
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 Ensuring all legal transactions and activities align with group policies and governance standards.
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 Collaborating with cross-functional teams on structuring and negotiating commercial agreements.
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 Monitoring and interpreting changes in regional laws and regulations, ensuring ongoing compliance.
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 Supporting the development and implementation of legal policies, templates, and training programs.
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 Managing corporate legal matters for the region, including board meetings, resolutions, and internal approval process.
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 Overseeing the organization, maintenance, and filing of legal documents and corporate records to ensure accuracy and compliance.
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 Managing key relationships with external legal counsel, suppliers, parent community, auditors and any other parties.
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 What you'll need to succeed
 
 
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law.
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 Minimum of 5 years&rsquo; experience in a similar role, with a strong focus on M&amp;As and experience of real estate/new-build projects.
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 Proven experience in cross-border transactions and working with international legal frameworks.
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 Trained at an international law firm and previous in-house legal experience preferred.
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Senior Legal Counsel

Caliberly -  Recruitment Agency

<div>
 
 
 Job Title:
 
 Senior IP Lawer
 
 
 Experience: Minimum 7+ Year
 
 
 Salary: up to AED 25,000 (Negotiable - Subject to experience)
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Dubai, UAE
 
 
 
 Contract Type:
 
 Full-Time &ndash; Permanent
 
 
 
 Joining Date:
 
 Immediate
 
 
 
 Company : iGaming
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About the Role
 
 
 
 Lead the company&rsquo;s global intellectual-property programme&mdash;trademarks, patents,
 
 
 copyrights, trade secrets, domains - by setting strategy, securing registrations, enforcing
 
 
 rights through takedown actions, oppositions, and litigation, and resolving disputes so that
 
 
 every core asset is protected and monetised.
 
 
 
 
 
 Core responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 Portfolio strategy:
 
 
 
 &bull; Design the annual filing and renewal roadmap by IP type, territory,
 
 
 class, and budget. &bull; Continuously audit the portfolio, identify gaps, and
 
 
 recommend defensive or oensive filings.
 
 
 
 
 
 Clearance and prosecution:
 
 
 
 &bull; Oversee knockout and full searches, issue legal researches and opinions, and
 
 
 approve go/no-go decisions.
 
 
 &bull; Direct outside agents on national and Madrid filings; manage examiner actions,
 
 
 renewals, and recordals.
 
 
 &bull; Target &ge; 90 % registration success across all applications.
 
 
 &bull; Audit and keep updated internal IP registry.
 
 
 &bull; Lead copyrights registrations for dierent types of IP.
 
 
 
 
 
 Enforcement and dispute resolution:
 
 
 
 &bull; Decide on oppositions, cancellations, DMCA notices, UDRP/URS complaints, customs
 
 
 seizures, platform takedowns, and litigation.
 
 
 &bull; Lead settlement negotiations and supervise external lawyer in multi-jurisdictional
 
 
 cases related to IP.
 
 
 &bull; Ensure strategic use of registrar, and platform abuse channels for
 
 
 ecient IP enforcement and domain recovery.
 
 
 &bull; Track and report cost-benefit metrics for every action.
 
 
 
 
 
 Commercial support:
 
 
 
 &bull; Draft and negotiate IP clauses in licensing, distribution, M&amp;A, and technology
 
 
 agreements.
 
 
 &bull; Advise Marketing, Product, R&amp;D, and HR on proper trademark and copyright usage.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Digital brand protection:
 
 
 
 &bull; Oversee monitoring and legal escalation of infringements across domains, app
 
 
 stores, ads, social media, and code repositories.
 
 
 &bull; Authorise rapid takedowns through registrars, Netcraft, Cloudflare, Google TCRP, etc.
 
 
 Governance and reporting
 
 
 &bull; Maintain an audit-ready docket and a live risk dashboard.
 
 
 &bull; Deliver concise weekly updates to the Head of IP and quarterly IP heat-maps to the
 
 
 Board.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Leadership
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Mentor enforcement specialists and paralegals; build SOPs and playbooks.
 
 
 &bull; Drive continuous improvement to cut cycle times and external spend.
 
 
 
 
 
 Required qualifications:
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; LL.B./JD and active licence to practise law in at least one jurisdiction.
 
 
 &bull; 7+ years of hands-on IP work, including global brand protection, takedown and domain
 
 
 dispute enforcement, and contested matters.
 
 
 &bull; Proven wins in oppositions, UDRP/URS, and at least one
 
 
 multi-country litigation or high-value settlement.
 
 
 &bull; Strong contract-drafting skills for licensing and tech transactions.
 
 
 &bull; Fluent English; an additional Asian or EU language is an advantage.
 
 
 &bull; Proficiency with leading IP-management and brand-monitoring platforms (Corsearch,
 
 
 MarkMonitor, Red Points) plus solid Excel/Sheets capability
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key attributes:
 
 
 
 &bull; Decisive under time pressure; comfortable acting on incomplete data.
 
 
 &bull; Clear, persuasive writer and negotiator.
 
 
 &bull; Data-driven mindset; tracks ROI on every initiative.
 
 
 &bull; High integrity with strict confidentiality standards.
 
 
 &bull; Natural mentor who elevates team performance.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Success metrics (first 12 months):
 
 
 
 &bull; All critical filings, renewals, and recordals completed on or before deadline.
 
 
 &bull; &ge; 90 % acceptance rate for new applications.
 
 
 &bull; 24-hour first response to high-risk infringements; average takedown &le; 3 days.
 
 
 &bull; &ge; USD 500 k in documented cost avoidance or recoveries.
 
 
 &bull; At least two new SOPs implemented that reduce prosecution or enforcement cycle time
 
 
 by &gt; 15 %.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Compensation and growth:
 
 
 
 &bull; Senior-tier base salary benchmarked to top-quartile local market.
 
 
 &bull; Annual performance bonus tied to KPI achievement.
 
 
 &bull; Potential advancement to Deputy Head of IP or Regional IP Lead within 18&ndash;24 months
 
 
 based on results.
 
 
 
</div>

Senior IP Lawer

Apple

<div>Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work! When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you&rsquo;ll do more than join something - you&rsquo;ll add something! We are looking for an exceptional lawyer to join International Legal&rsquo;s Middle East and Africa team in Dubai. You&rsquo;ll be part of a team of local and regional experts supporting the wider legal function and other stakeholders on local law issues. As a key contributor to enabling Apple&rsquo;s business in the Gulf Cooperation Council , you&rsquo;ll be challenged to apply your legal expertise creatively to a broad range of issues with often unexplored areas of law. You will also play an important part in the expansion of Apple&rsquo;s products and services in the Gulf Cooperation Council . This unique role offers you the opportunity to work on projects that are at the cutting edge of innovation.
 
 
Description 
 
You&rsquo;ll be working closely with the legal function&rsquo;s worldwide subject-matter experts on local law issues and advising other stakeholders as well. You will need to have strong legal knowledge on a broad range of issues relating to Apple&rsquo;s products and services. The successful candidate must have strong business acumen, excellent written and verbal communication skills, the ability to navigate tasks with lots of uncertainties and work with multiple stakeholders. You will lead your work with a mindset of enabling the business (while managing the legal risks). You must be highly motivated, proactive, highly collaborative, able to continuously learn and develop a deep understanding of any issues that may impact Apple&rsquo;s business, highly adaptable in a dynamic work environment and able to adjust your communication style based on the audience you are addressing. You are expected to always be up to date on the latest legal developments. You may be required to engage with regulators and policymakers to support and advocate for Apple&rsquo;s business in the Gulf Cooperation Council . Soft skills are key to your success in this role including but not limited to critical thinking, problem solving, collaboration and networking. Travel is essential.
 
 
Minimum Qualifications 
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Bachelor of Law or equivalent law degree.
</li><li>Bar admission in at least one jurisdiction.
</li><li>Eight or more years of experience at an international law firm and or in-house at a multinational company.
</li><li>Deep expertise and understanding of laws and regulations in the Gulf Cooperation Council .
</li><li>Fluent in Arabic and English written and spoken.
</li></ul> 
Preferred Qualifications 
<ul><li>
Experience in emerging markets.
</li><li>Experience working with government agencies, regulators and other stakeholders in the region.
</li><li>Proven ability to advise on complex legal and regulatory issues.
</li><li>Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment on time sensitive issues.
</li><li>Keen interest in regional developments and public policy issues.
</li>At Apple, we&rsquo;re not all the same. And that&rsquo;s our greatest strength. We draw on the differences in who we are, what we&rsquo;ve experienced, and how we think. Because to create products that serve everyone, we believe in including everyone. Therefore, we are committed to treating all applicants fairly and equally. We will work with applicants to make any reasonable accommodations. 
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Submit Resume</div>

Senior Legal Counsel - Gulf Cooperation Council

<div><div>We help the world run better 
At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging &ndash; but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.</div><div></div> 
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
SAP's Office of Ethics and Compliance (OEC) is seeking a Field Compliance Officer to support our operations in its MEA South and Southern Europe regions. This role is responsible for developing and operating SAP Compliance programs in these markets, including support for the SAP Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related compliance practices and policies. The focus will be on applicable bribery and corruption laws, serious fraud, conflicts of interest, and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements in the region. 
EXPECTATIONS AND TASKS:
The successful candidate will be expected to take ownership in managing the dynamic compliance landscape in the region, with support and guidance from the EMEA and Global OEC Leadership.
Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>
Provide expert advice on compliance matters relating to SAP's entities in the region, ensuring compliance principles are adhered to in management decision-making.</li><li>
Serve as a trusted advisor to the Leadership in in the region.</li><li>
Administer, prepare, run &amp; follow up on local Compliance Committees in accordance with regional regulatory requirements.</li><li>
Support the drafting of policies and conduct training on compliance topics, including avoidance of bribery and corruption, handling confidentiality and conflicts of interest, doing business with government customers, fraud prevention, and other relevant areas.</li><li>
Provide compliance oversight on sales activities: work with business units to vet and validate sales, marketing, third-party transactions, and presales opportunities.</li><li>
Review and analyze Due Diligence for Partners and third parties.</li><li>
Review sponsorships, donations, and memberships.</li><li>
Support Compliance Investigations &amp; manage Consequence Management.</li><li>
Maintain expert level knowledge of the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA).</li><li>
Stay substantively up to date on relevant laws and regulations in the region, including those related to white-collar crime, criminal law, GDPR, data privacy, and sanctions.</li><li>
Follow up on risk mitigation processes.</li><li>
Track and report compliance issues and KPIs to OEC management on a periodic basis.</li><li>
Collaborate with other Field Compliance Officers supporting the UK, France, Benelux, Southern Europe, Middle East, and Africa.</li><li>
The position reports to the Regional Compliance Officer EMEA and will be based in SAP's offices in Dubai, Casablanca, Riyadh or Lisbon.</li><li>
Occasional travel may be required.</li></ul> 
WORK EXPERIENCE:<ul><li>
Minimum 5-7 years of work experience in compliance, with a focus on the region.</li><li>
Corporate compliance department and/or law or audit firm experience highly desired.</li><li>
Advanced experience with the U.S. FCPA and regional business laws and regulations, particularly in areas related to compliance, white-collar crime, and criminal law.</li><li>
Experience in public sector and government compliance preferred.</li></ul> 
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATION / SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:<ul><li>
Fluent business and legal English, Arabic, French and Portuguese (both verbal and written).</li><li>
Accredited lawyer or other experienced compliance professional (preferably with legal background).</li><li>
Certification as a Certified Compliance Professional by the SCCE or certification by the ACFE is highly beneficial.</li><li>
Hands-on with extreme attention to detail and written documentation.</li><li>
Strong grasp of codes of conduct, business ethics policies, and current compliance practices.</li><li>
Experience handling compliance investigations highly desirable.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to navigate complex issues and manage senior leadership in dynamic environments.</li><li>
Expertise in risk-based decision making.</li><li>
Experience in the areas of detection and prevention of fraud or corruption.</li><li>
Excellent understanding of the Italian government structure and public procurement processes.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of GDPR and data privacy regulations.</li><li>
Project Management experience is highly desirable.</li><li>
Very good communication and collaboration skills.</li><li>
Comfortable in MS office tools and IT business environment.</li><li>
Previous experience in the IT industry is preferable.</li></ul><div> 
Bring out your best 
SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best. 
 
We win with inclusion 
SAP&rsquo;s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone &ndash; regardless of background &ndash; feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world. 
 
SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: Careers@sap.com. 
 
For SAP employees: Only permanent roles are eligible for the SAP Employee Referral Program, according to the eligibility rules set in the SAP Referral Policy. Specific conditions may apply for roles in Vocational Training. 
 
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local legal requirements. 
 
Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.</div><div></div><div> 
AI Usage in the Recruitment Process</div><div>
For information on the responsible use of AI in our recruitment process, please refer to our Guidelines for Ethical Usage of AI in the Recruiting Process.
</div>Please note that any violation of these guidelines may result in disqualification from the hiring process. 
 
Requisition ID: 433947 | Work Area: Administration | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Professional | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid</div>

Lead Senior Legal Counsel

Talents Tide

<div>
 
 
 Position:
 
 Senior Director / Vice President &ndash; Business Development (UAEN)
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 UAE &ndash; Government Entity
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About the Role
 
 
 
 Our client, a prestigious Government Entity, is seeking a seasoned
 
 Senior Director / Vice President &ndash; Business Development
 
 to spearhead growth strategies, drive strategic partnerships, and deliver measurable business outcomes. This is a senior leadership role for a proven Emirati executive with over a decade of experience in
 
 free zone entities
 
 or the
 
 financial services sector
 
 , capable of shaping policy-level initiatives and driving long-term sustainable growth.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 Define and implement business development strategies to achieve
 
 year-on-year growth targets
 
 in alignment with the entity&rsquo;s vision.
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 Lead high-level negotiations and secure multi-million-dirham strategic partnerships, alliances, and joint ventures.
 </li>
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 Expand the entity&rsquo;s
 
 portfolio of services, investors, and partners
 
 to strengthen its market positioning across UAE and GCC.
 </li>
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 Develop and oversee frameworks for
 
 revenue generation, diversification, and investment attraction
 
 .
 </li>
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 Establish KPIs and performance metrics, ensuring business units achieve financial and strategic objectives.
 </li>
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 Partner with government stakeholders, regulators, and industry leaders to influence market development and policy.
 </li>
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 Provide
 
 executive leadership
 
 to cross-functional teams, embedding a culture of innovation, accountability, and results.
 </li>
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 Monitor
 
 market intelligence, competitor strategies, and emerging trends
 
 to anticipate risks and capture opportunities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Represent the entity at major
 
 international forums, conferences, and financial summits
 
 , enhancing visibility and strategic influence.
 </li>
 <li>
 Report directly to the C-suite/Board with actionable insights, forecasts, and growth strategies.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Qualifications &amp; Experience
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field (Master&rsquo;s preferred).
 </li>
 <li>
 
 10+ years of senior leadership experience
 
 in business development, strategy, or growth roles.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong track record in
 
 free zones or financial services
 
 , with measurable contributions to revenue, partnerships, or market expansion.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven success in
 
 leading large teams and managing multimillion-dirham budgets
 
 .
 </li>
 <li>
 Exceptional negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Visionary leader with a
 
 strategic mindset and execution excellence
 
 .
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Why Join
 
 
 
 This role offers a unique platform to influence and drive the growth agenda of a respected Government Entity, with high visibility, impact, and the opportunity to shape the economic future of the UAE
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Apply via LinkedIn or connect directly for a further discussion.
 
 
</div>

Senior Director / Vice President – Business Development

HR Force International

We are seeking an experienced Regional Vice President (RVP) for the MENA region with a proven background in RegTech and IDV to join our growing team at Programmers Force. In this role, you will lead our regional go-to-market strategy, driving enterprise sales, partnerships, and client adoption.
 
Key Responsibilities: 
<ul>
<li>Own MENA regional sales and revenue strategy.</li>
<li>Build trusted relationships with regulators, banks, and fintechs.</li>
<li>Drive new customer acquisition and account expansion.</li>
<li>Manage and mentor AEs across the MENA region.</li>
<li>Provide insights into regional compliance and regulatory trends.</li>
</ul>
Requirements: 
<ul>
<li>10+ years of sales leadership experience in the MENA market.</li>
<li>Strong expertise in AML, KYC, fraud detection, and compliance frameworks.</li>
<li>Proven track record of scaling regional revenues.</li>
<li>Strong leadership and executive presence in cross-cultural environments.</li>
</ul>

Regional Vice President - MENA

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