The role holder assists the Head of Legal – Commercial & Technology with managing legal risk in all the geographies where the company operates in relation to Commercial & Technology activities in accordance with company legal policies and procedures. The role holder should be able to work autonomously but should seek the Head of Legal – Commercial & Technology’s input on unusual situations, complex matters, and issues which may pose significant legal, financial and/or reputational risk to the company.
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Key Accountabilities
- Provides legal advice and support to the business while keeping in mind the company’s strategic and business objectives.
- Completes legal tasks and projects in a timely manner and responds to legal queries assigned to him/her by the Head of Legal.
- Supervises and is responsible for the adequate management of litigation and disputes pertaining to the relevant area in the UAE and abroad.
- Drafts, reviews and negotiates contracts and other legal documents in order to maximize the company’s legal protections while simultaneously minimizing legal risks.
- Stays abreast of new laws and regulations through continuous legal education and attending professional conferences.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in law from an internationally recognised university.
- Masters degree in law.
- Qualified as a lawyer in the UK, the USA, Australia or another Commonwealth or Western European jurisdiction is preferred.
- Excellent English language skills.
- Ability to read, write and communicate in Arabic.
Minimum Experience
- Minimum of 7 years’ experience in a reputed bank or law firm, with at least 4 years in a similar role.
- Experience with corporate law and commercial is mandatory.
- Experience with M&A matters is preferred.
- Experience with HR related matters is beneficial but not a must.
Location
Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
