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<p>Our client is a dynamic, international law firm with extensive experience in the Middle East region. On their behalf we are looking for a committed individual to join their Dubai team. The role will provide professional EA support to the assigned team of fee earners ensuring a high-quality service is delivered to all clients. Candidates will be required to produce quality work products and maintain an atmosphere of teamwork and continuous improvement whilst maintaining consistency with the firm’s core values. Essential duties encompass using the computer legal system to type and edit correspondence, memoranda, bills, timesheets and project work. Proofreading for accuracy of copy, managing telephone, conference calls and fee earner’s inboxes. There will be significant client work, including processing new client/matter requests, client bills, time reports and expense reports on behalf of the fee earners. Additionally, there will be significant travel management, event coordination and logistics and document management. Applications are invited from those with experience in legal / management consultancy environments who have managed RFP processes. A thorough knowledge of MS Office applications, AI technology, and experience of the preparation of time records, expense reports, client bills and KYC documentation is required.</p><p>Essential duties encompass using the computer legal system to type and edit correspondence, memoranda, bills, timesheets and project work. Proofreading for accuracy of copy, managing telephone, conference calls and fee earner’s inboxes. There will be significant client work, including processing new client/matter requests, client bills, time reports and expense reports on behalf of the fee earners. Additionally, there will be significant travel management, event coordination and logistics and document management. Applications are invited from those with experience in legal / management consultancy environments who have managed RFP processes. A thorough knowledge of MS Office applications, AI technology, and experience of the preparation of time records, expense reports, client bills and KYC documentation is required.</p>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p>Would you like to work on industry-leading quick commerce and real estate projects across one of the fastest-growing regions in Amazon's global logistics network? Work hard, have fun, make history. That's what we do every day at Amazon.<br>As Associate Corporate Counsel for Quick Commerce &amp; Real Estate, you will be at the forefront of Amazon's rapid expansion of its quick commerce network across the Middle East, North Africa, Turkey and South Africa. You will partner with Amazon's Quick Commerce, Real Estate, Operations and Compliance teams to acquire, lease, build-out, launch and manage sites that power ultra-fast delivery to customers. Alongside this, you will support the broader real estate portfolio — including logistics facilities, delivery infrastructure and operational sites — across the region.<br>This is a role where speed matters. Quick commerce timelines are compressed, deal structures are non-standard, and the pace of expansion demands a lawyer who thrives under pressure. You'll navigate multiple jurisdictions, legal systems and regulatory environments while directly enabling Amazon's ability to delight customers with ever-faster delivery.<br>Key job responsibilities<br>Lead legal support for Amazon's quick commerce site expansion — negotiating and drafting leases and third party services agreements for dark stores, micro-fulfillment sites and ultra-fast delivery hubs across the region.<br>Manage rapid, high-volume site acquisition pipelines with compressed timelines, non-standard structures and evolving business requirements.<br>Negotiate and draft broader real estate agreements including leases, build-to-suit agreements, development agreements and purchase contracts for logistics and operational facilities.<br>Advise on construction and fit-out contracts, project management agreements and enabling works packages.<br>Support compliance with local real estate, planning and construction regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions.<br>Advise on site compliance matters related to operational readiness for new launches.<br>Manage landlord disputes, lease terminations and enforcement matters, coordinating with local counsel across the region.<br>Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Quick Commerce, Operations, Finance, Tax, Compliance and Construction to drive projects from site selection through launch.<br>Coordinate with and manage outside counsel across the region, maintaining oversight of legal strategy, quality and costs.<br>Identify and mitigate legal risks across the quick commerce and real estate portfolio.<br>Stay current on relevant real estate laws, regulations and market trends across the region.<br>Drive continuous improvement in legal processes — developing playbooks, templates and scalable solutions to support rapid network growth.<br>A day in the life<br>Each day brings diverse challenges in this fast-paced, multi-jurisdictional role. One morning, you might be negotiating three quick commerce site leases simultaneously across different cities, each with a different landlord, legal system and deadline. By afternoon, you're reviewing a build-to-suit agreement for a new logistics facility, advising on a construction dispute, and jumping on a call with local counsel about a regulatory query in another country. Some days will have you advising senior leadership on compliance escalations or strategic site decisions, while others will find you building out the playbooks and templates that allow the team to scale at pace. Throughout each day, you balance urgent quick commerce deal flow with longer-term strategic real estate work — directly impacting Amazon's rapidly growing operations network.<br>- 3+ years of post bar admission legal experience<br>- Experience in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating commercial contracts<br>- Experience in real estate, construction, or related transactional practice<br>- Speak, write, and read fluently in English.<br>- Experience of a mix of corporate law firm and in-house work<br>- Experience working across multiple jurisdictions in the Middle East, North Africa, Turkey or South Africa<br>- Experience in quick commerce, logistics, dark store or retail real estate<br>- Experience with high-volume site acquisition or rapid roll-out programmes<br>- Experience with construction contracts (FIDIC or equivalent) and development projects<br>- Experience managing outside counsel and legal budgets<br>- Comfortable making high-judgment decisions in ambiguous situations and managing competing priorities<br>- Arabic and/or Turkish language skills<br>Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.</p><br> </div>

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Legal Associate to join our legal team in the UAE. with strong experience in the technology, digital, software, telecommunications, or IT sectors. This role will provide legal support across commercial transactions, technology agreements, regulatory compliance, corporate matters, and risk management initiatives.<br>Key Responsibilities Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a wide range of commercial and technology-related agreements, including:Software licensing agreements Saa S and cloud services agreements Professional services agreements NDAs and partnership agreements Vendor and procurement contracts Provide legal advice on technology, digital transformation, cybersecurity, data privacy, and intellectual property matters. Support business teams in contract negotiations with customers, partners, and suppliers. Conduct legal research and provide practical, business-oriented legal guidance. Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and commercial risks. Support corporate governance and internal policy development. Liaise with external counsel, regulatory authorities, and governmental entities when required. Monitor legal and regulatory developments impacting the technology sector. Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent. Master's degree is an advantage.4 to 7 years of post-qualification legal experience within the UAE. Proven experience in the technology, IT, software, digital services, telecommunications, or related sectors. Strong background in commercial contracts and technology transactions. Excellent negotiation, analytical, and drafting skills. Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting digital transformation, AI, cloud technology, fintech, or cybersecurity projects. In-house legal experience within a technology company is highly desirable. Familiarity with regional regulatory frameworks across the GCC.

<ul><li><p>To oversee all court orders received in Court Cases Management System and thoroughly examine them to understand the type, requirements, and timelines of each order.</p></li><li><p>Liaise with relevant departments like Operations and RMs to communicate and facilitate compliance with court order requirements.</p></li><li><p>Oversee the implementation of court orders, ensuring all necessary steps are taken to meet legal obligations such as placing and releasing of holds and transferring requested amounts to courts.</p></li><li><p>Compliance: Ensure all court orders are executed in compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.</p></li><li><p>Maintain a comprehensive and organized system for recording, tracking, and retrieving court orders, Prepare accurate and detailed documentation of actions taken in response to court orders.</p></li><li><p>Determine the priority of each order and allocate resources accordingly to ensure timely execution.</p></li><li><p>Coordinate with Legal Team to seek clarification on any ambiguous or unclear details within court orders.</p></li><li><p>Generate reports on court order status, completion, and any outstanding actions .</p></li><li><p>Managing app41egal tickets related to court orders.</p></li><li><p>Handling the commercial building requests in the CBR portal.</p></li><li><p>Police communications regarding requirements such as bank statements, details on accounts and authorized signatories.</p></li><li><p>Any other task that might be referred to/ assigned by GC.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li><p>Basic Qualifications, Skills & Experience</p><ul><li><p>Bachelor's degree in any related field.</p></li><li><p>Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, with keen attention to detail.</p></li><li><p>Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.</p></li><li><p>Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.</p></li><li><p>Proficient in using office software and legal case management systems.</p></li><li><p>Sound understanding of confidentiality and data protection principles.</p></li><li><p>Strong ethical standards and integrity in handling sensitive information</p></li></ul><p>Preferred Qualifications, Skills & Experience</p><ul><li><p>Strong knowledge of legal procedures and court order management.</p></li><li><p>Proven experience in handling court orders within a legal department or organization.</p></li></ul><p>Skills</p><p>Legal Compliance</p><p>Case Management</p><p>Documentation</p></li></ul>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <span>Control Risks is recruiting a Researcher/Associate Analyst to join our diverse, multi-lingual team in Dubai.<br> The successful candidate should demonstrate a strong background in – and enthusiasm for – the intersection of politics, security and business in the Middle East and North Africa.<br> You will provide a broad range of support on the MENA region to our enviable roster of international clients, ranging from regular short-form analysis and updates on the latest political and security developments to in-depth consulting engagements supporting market entry, risk assessment and stakeholder engagement.<br> Your analysis will also support several other teams at Control Risks.<br> You should be able to distil complex issues into practical, business-focused client insight, and be motivated to help organisations make decisions in challenging environments.<br> Keeping cool under a varied workload will be essential.<br> Job responsibilities will include: writing for our political risk subscription services; delivering in-depth bespoke consulting reports and briefings to clients; participating in conferences and other events; and close collaboration with the company’s other service lines and our network of offices around the globe.<br> Tasks and Responsibilities Research and analysis Build and maintain expertise on the regional political, security and business environment through open sources and social media, attendance at seminars and industry events, development of your own source network, and research trips.<br> Work with other analysts to lead the development of Control Risks’ analysis of key political, operational and security issues in the region.<br> Contribute regular updates to our online subscription service Seerist and to our other varied country-specific subscription products.<br> Suggest new research sources and approaches.<br> Consulting reports and projects Contributing to consulting projects on the Middle East.<br> This will involve producing bespoke written reports and conducting briefings and workshops that assess the political, security, regulatory and operational risks to clients’ interests.<br> Undertaking research trips to gain primary knowledge and build contact and source networks, often in conjunction with other members of the GCR department.<br> Contributing to the development of compelling client deliverables by making use of innovative presentation formats, graphics and methodologies.<br> Marketing and business development Carry out research to support business development initiatives.<br> Helping to win client work by contributing to proposals for work in the region, in consultation with the GCR Middle East and North Africa (MENA) department, Control Risks’ other service lines and the company’s client management team.<br> Participating in client meetings, and identifying business opportunities in the region and further afield.<br> Contribute to promotional publications, press releases, and other initiatives as required.<br> Networking and sources Develop and maintain government, academic, journalistic and business contacts in the region to support your analysis.<br> Identifying organisations or companies that can expand the depth and range of services that Control Risks provides to its client.<br> Liaising regularly with our regional and international offices.<br> Sharing and obtaining information from Control Risks security consultants deployed on assignments in the region.<br> Control Risks offers a competitively positioned compensation and benefits package that is transparent and summarised in the full job offer.<br> We operate a discretionary global bonus scheme that incentivises, and rewards individuals based on company and individual performance.<br> Control Risks supports hybrid working arrangements, wherever possible, that emphasise the value of in-person time together - in the office and with our clients - while continuing to support flexible and remote working.<br> As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us and are fully committed to equal treatment, free from discrimination, of all candidates throughout our recruitment process.<br> If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made in order to participate fully in the interview process, please let us know and we will be happy to accommodate your needs.<br> Knowledge and experience Essential Some professional experience in conducting research and presenting findings in writing and verbally.<br> An understanding of the political, security and business environments of the Middle East and North Africa.<br> Ability to write concisely and authoritatively to deadlines while interacting with colleagues and clients in challenging situations.<br> Professional experience in political, security or operational risk analysis.<br> Familiarity with business-focused research and analysis.<br> Academic or professional training in political or security analysis.<br> Professional proficiency in English, written Arabic and a spoken dialect of Arabic.<br> Preferred Experience conducting business in MENA or advising MENA-based companies.<br> Experience living in the Middle East.<br> Qualifications and specialist skills - Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject (politics, IR, area studies, economics or another social science).<br> Excellent word processing, PowerPoint skills and general computing skills.<br> Proven ability to carry out extensive research in Arabic.<br> Experience of working or living in the region is preferable.<br> Professional experience in political, security, and/or operational risk analysis.<br> Ability to identify and interpret events and developments of interest or concern to Control Risks’ client base.<br> Competencies Clear, committed and delivers on what is required in role and strives to exceed expectations; shows drive and determination to achieve high standards.<br> A practical, client-focused approach to analytical writing.<br> Works with colleagues in a co-operative and supportive manner to achieve joint aims, including across different offices.<br> Seeks information, considers the regional and global implications of what we do in our own areas of responsibility.<br> Communicates clearly verbally and in writing, with close attention to detail Plans and organises own busy workload, prioritising when necessary</span> </div>

About Yellow Door Energy<br><br>Yellow Door Energy (“YDE”) is the leading sustainable energy partner for businesses across the Middle East and Africa, helping customers reduce energy costs, improve power reliability and lower carbon emissions through long-term solar agreements. Our shareholders include Actis, Mitsui & Co., TAEF and the International Finance Corporation.<br><br>???? About the Role<br><br>We are seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join our dynamic Legal team at the UAE headquarters in Dubai.<br><br>Reporting to the Group General Counsel, this role will provide commercially focused legal support across YDE’s renewable energy business, with a focus on project development, commercial contracts, regulatory matters and transaction execution.<br><br>You will work closely with Commercial, Risk, Technical, Finance, Operations, HR and country teams to support solar PV, BESS, hybrid energy and energy efficiency projects across the Middle East.<br><br>This role is well suited to a commercially minded lawyer with renewable energy, power, infrastructure, construction or complex contracting experience. Exposure to project finance, M&A, joint ventures or corporate transactions would be a strong advantage. Experience from a reputable law firm, ideally combined with in-house exposure, would be highly valued.<br><br>⚡ What You’ll Lead & Support<br><br>In This Role, You Will<br><br>Draft, review and negotiate PPAs, solar leases, EPC, O&M, construction, supply and equipment agreements. Support project development, contract structuring, negotiation strategy, risk allocation and transaction execution. Advise on contractual obligations, remedies, indemnities, warranties, liability, termination rights and key legal protections. Support financing, investment, M&A, joint venture, shareholder, acquisition, divestment and restructuring matters. Review financing documents, including loan agreements, security documents, direct agreements, guarantees and support letters. Provide legal input on renewable energy, power generation and distributed energy regulatory matters. Identify legal and commercial risks and recommend practical, business-focused solutions. Coordinate external counsel on legal, regulatory, corporate, dispute and cross-border matters. Support governance matters, including entity management, board and shareholder documentation, powers of attorney and internal approvals. Improve legal templates, processes, repositories, trackers and playbooks.<br><br>????️ What You Must Bring<br><br>Bachelor’s Degree in Law and professional qualification as a solicitor, barrister, attorney or equivalent in a recognized jurisdiction. Minimum 7 years’ post-qualification legal experience. Strong experience from a reputable law firm, ideally combined with in-house legal experience. Solid corporate and commercial legal experience, including drafting, negotiation and contract management. Relevant experience in renewable energy, power, infrastructure, construction, project development, project finance, M&A and/or complex commercial contracting. Practical legal experience supporting project-based transactions, including exposure to PPAs, solar leases, EPC agreements, construction/supply agreements and financing documents. Strong business judgement, with the ability to balance legal risk with commercial priorities. Confidence advising senior stakeholders in a fast-paced, multinational environment. Excellent written and spoken English.<br><br>Strong Advantage<br><br>UAE, GCC, Middle East or emerging market transaction experience. Experience with lenders, direct agreements, security documents or financing-related legal work. External counsel and legal budget management experience. Arabic language capability.<br><br>You’ll Thrive Here If...<br><br>You are a commercially sharp lawyer who moves confidently between contract drafting, negotiation and practical business advice.<br><br>You should be comfortable working with customers, contractors, suppliers, lenders, investors, partners and external counsel, while managing multiple priorities with sound judgement, discretion and attention to detail.<br><br>???? Why Join Us?<br><br>At Yellow Door Energy, you’ll be part of a leading sustainable energy company delivering real impact across the Middle East and Africa.<br><br>You’ll work on high-impact renewable energy projects in a culture that values integrity, collaboration, ownership, technical excellence and continuous improvement.

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <br> <p><strong>JOB PURPOSE</strong></p><br><p>We are seeking a Corporate M&amp;A lawyer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing, negotiating and drafting agreements for joint ventures, acquisitions and other business transactions. The role involves providing legal advice on potential risks and issues, coordinating with advisors and stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.</p><br><p><strong>KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES</strong></p><br><p><strong><span>Legal Consultation</span></strong></p><br><ul><li>Provide accurate, precise and timely legal advice to stakeholders on a wide range of legal topics, including corporate matters, contracts, employment regulations, disputes, and risk prevention, and draft legal memos with recommendations and actions to be undertaken, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.</li><li>Manage disputes, pre-litigation, and litigations, manage external counsels and negotiate settlements.</li><li>Ensure that all business contracts and agreements are in compliance with applicable laws, protecting the company's interests, and minimizing legal risks.</li></ul><p><strong><span>Draft Legal Documentation</span></strong></p><br><ul><li>Draft, review and negotiate various legal documents, such as contracts, corporate documents, terms &amp; conditions, and other contractual arrangements.</li><li>Draft legal opinions on legislation related to the Company to ensure that relevant and up-to-date information on legislation is always available to all relevant stakeholders.</li><li>Provide efficient support on the M&amp;A and strategic projects - support the legal lifecycle of domestic and cross-border transactions. &nbsp;Support the drafting, reviewing, and negotiating NDAs, Letters of Intent/MOU, Share/Asset Purchase Agreements, and ancillary agreements.</li><li>Undertake any other duties, functions, or services consistent with the role of Legal Counsel, as determined by the Associate General Counsel.</li></ul><p><strong><span>Legal Research</span></strong></p><br><ul><li>Perform legal research on legislation relevant to the Company in order to stay up to date on all relevant legislation.</li></ul><p><strong>QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE &amp; SKILLS</strong></p><br><p><strong>Minimum Qualification</strong></p><br><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in law</li></ul><p><strong>Minimum Experience &amp; Knowledge &amp; Skills</strong></p><br><ul><li>7 years of relevant experienceeither as in-house counsel or in law firm with exposure to different aspects of law.</li><li>Excellent writing and communication skills</li><li>Able to work independently</li><li>Experience in the Oil and Gas or retail industry is preferred.</li></ul><p><strong>Professional Certifications</strong></p><br><ul><li>Qualified Lawyer.</li></ul><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p>The Center for Quantum and Topological Systems (CQTS) at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD), UAE, invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Associate position in Experimental Quantum Science Instrumentation. The successful candidate will join the Quantum center and will focus primarily on the design, construction, and deployment of advanced instruments for quantum-optical and spin-based experiments. Applicants with a strong experimental background and a demonstrated interest in building new measurement platforms are especially encouraged to apply.</p><br><br> <p>The selected candidate will work in a highly collaborative research environment within CQTS. The central responsibility of the position is instrument building: conceiving, prototyping, assembling, integrating, calibrating, automating, and troubleshooting custom experimental systems. These instruments may combine optical components, laser and spectroscopic methods, spin-control or magnetic-resonance techniques, electronics, data-acquisition hardware, and software control. The candidate will use these platforms to advance research in optics, spin physics, and related areas of quantum science, while collaborating with faculty, researchers, and students across CQTS and NYUAD. The successful applicant will also participate actively in undergraduate training through research supervision, laboratory instruction, and hands-on mentoring in experimental design and scientific instrument development.</p><br><br> <p>Applicants should meet the following qualifications and possess relevant expertise:</p><br><br> <ul> <li>A PhD in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field, with a strong experimental research background.</li> <li>Demonstrated experience designing and building scientific instruments, including the integration of optical, electronic, mechanical, and computer-controlled subsystems.</li> <li>Hands-on expertise in one or more of the following areas: optical systems, lasers, spectroscopy, quantum optics, spin physics, magnetic resonance, precision measurement, electronics, data acquisition, automation, or experimental control software.</li> <li>Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, a commitment to collaborative interdisciplinary research, and an interest in mentoring undergraduate students in laboratory research and instrument development. </li> </ul> <p> The appointment will be for a period of two years.</p><br><br> <p>The terms of employment include a very competitive salary and attractive additional benefits, including a generous housing allowance, medical insurance with access to world-class facilities, an annual home-leave allowance, and, if applicable, dependent private-school fees. Salaries are tax-free in the UAE (for U.S. tax purposes, the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion may apply). The postdoctoral researcher will have dedicated funds for travel, computing, publications, and other research needs, and will have access to excellent world-class research facilities.</p><br><br> <p>The preferred starting date is September 2026, although an earlier start may be possible depending on the selected candidate and the completion of the appointment process. Review of applications will begin soon after the position is posted and will continue until the position is filled.</p><br><br> <p>Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, Transcript, publication list, a brief statement of research interests, and three letters of recommendation. In the cover letter and/or research statement, applicants are strongly encouraged to describe their experience in scientific instrument development and explain how they would contribute to interdisciplinary connections among the research areas represented within CQTS.</p><br><br> <p>Questions regarding this position may be directed to Prof. Asif Equbal at asif@nyu.edu.</p><br><br> <p><strong><span>About NYU Abu Dhabi</span></strong></p><br><br> <br> <p><span>https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/</span></p><br><br> <br> <p><span>NYU Abu Dhabi is the first comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in the Middle East to be operated abroad by a major American research university. Times Higher Education ranks NYU among the top 30 universities in the world, making NYU Abu Dhabi the highest-ranked university in the UAE and MENA region. NYU Abu Dhabi has integrated a highly selective undergraduate curriculum across the disciplines with a world center for advanced research and scholarship. The university enables its students in the sciences, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and arts to succeed in an increasingly interdependent world and advance cooperation and progress on humanity’s shared challenges. NYU Abu Dhabi’s high-achieving students have come from over 120 countries and speak over 100 languages. Together, NYU's campuses in New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai form the backbone of a unique global university, giving faculty and students opportunities to experience varied learning environments and immersion in other cultures at one or more of the numerous study-abroad sites NYU maintains on six continents. </span></p><br><br> <br> <p><span>NYUAD is committed to upholding a culture of non-discrimination, anti-harassment, dignity, and mutual respect; providing equal access and opportunity; and fostering academic excellence in learning, research, and teaching.</span></p><br><br> <br> <p><span>Students are drawn from among the world’s best. They are bright, intellectually passionate, and committed to building a campus environment anchored in mutual respect, understanding, and care. The NYUAD undergraduate student body has garnered an impressive record of scholarships, graduate-school admissions, and other global honors. Graduate education is an area of growth for the University; the current graduate student population of over 100 students is expected to expand in the next decade as doctoral programs are developed.</span></p><br><br> <p><strong><span>Working for NYUAD</span></strong></p><br><br> <p><span>At NYUAD, we recognize that Abu Dhabi is more than where you work; it’s your home. In order for research staff to thrive, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. This starts with a generous relocation allowance; educational assistance for your dependents; access to health and wellness services; and more. NYUAD is committed to research staff success throughout the academic trajectory, providing support for ambitious and world-class research projects and innovative, interactive teaching approaches. Support for dual-career families is a priority. </span></p><br><br> <br> <p><span>Visit our website for more information on benefits for you and your dependents.</span></p><br><br> <br> <p><span>NYUAD is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and seek individuals who will contribute to the excellence and vibrancy of our academic community.</span></p><br><br> <br> <p><span>Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates. In line with UAE regulations, Emirati candidates are encouraged to apply.</span></p><br><br> <br> <p><strong><span>Join NYU Abu Dhabi, an exceptional place for exceptional people.</span></strong></p><br><br> <br> <p><span>NYUAD values belonging and respect; such principles are fundamental to the university’s commitment to excellence. NYUAD is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and seek individuals who will contribute to our vibrant, multidisciplinary research and teaching community. Multidisciplinary research and exceptional teaching in a global campus community are hallmarks of the University’s mission.</span></p><br><br> <br> <p><span>@WorkAtNYUAD</span></p><br><br><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <br><br> <br><br>Head of Legal and Compliance<br><br>Work Location: JAFZA, Dubai (office based 5 days per week)<br><br>Sector: Oil and Gas, heavy industrial, manufacturing, engineering<br><br>Salary Package: AED 35K to 45K per month total + Bonus (annual, performance based and discretionary) + Family status (if applicable): visa, medical insurance, annual flights<br><br>About the Opportunity<br><br>A well established, international, oil and gas industrial manufacturing player with over 1,000 employees and located in Jebel Ali Freezone, are seeking to appoint an experienced, hands on Head of Legal and Compliance to head up their legal function.<br><br>Roles &amp; Responsibilities<br><br>Commercial &amp; Legal Support<br><br>Governance, Company Secretarial &amp; Compliance<br><br>Risk, Disputes &amp; Insurance<br><br>Legal Operations &amp; Continuous Improvement<br><br>Team Leadership &amp; Capability Building<br><br>Required Profile<br><br>8+ years PQE in legal<br><br>Ideally, you will come with a combination of some private practice experience at the start of your career followed by in-house counsel experience for a company or companies into oil, gas, heavy industry, manufacturing, construction types of business. The in-house work experience for a heavy industrial sector player is essential.<br><br>Expertise in contract law and drafting contract agreements.<br><br>Proactive approach with stakeholder management and relations.<br><br>Must be able to train and develop a small team including a Paralegal.<br><br>Familiar with new technologies for legal and process automation is advantageous.<br><br>Languages:<br><br>Fluency in English is mandatory<br><br>Arabic fluency (also) is preferred, but not essential.<br><br>Education:<br><br>Legal Degree<br><br> <br><br>Let op: vacaturefraude<br><br>Helaas komt vacaturefraude steeds vaker voor. We waarschuwen je voor mogelijke misleiding:<br>* Wij zullen nooit via WhatsApp of in een videogesprek vragen om jouw persoonlijke gegevens (zoals een kopie van je ID, bankgegevens of BSN).<br>* Twijfel je over de echtheid van een vacature of contactpersoon? Neem dan altijd rechtstreeks contact met ons op via de officiële contactgegevens op onze website.<br> <br>Important: job fraud<br> <br>Unfortunately, job fraud is becoming more common. Beware of such scams:<br>* We will never ask for personal information (such as a copy of your ID, bank details, or social security number) via WhatsApp or during a video call.<br>* If you're unsure whether a vacancy or contact person is legitimate, please reach out to us directly using the official contact details on our website.<br> </div><h2 class="h5">Skills</h2> <div data-jb-field="skills">Legal Counsel, Oil and Gas, Manufacturing, Industrial, JAFZA, Contract Law, Drafting, Compliance, AML, Governance<br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><i>To get the best candidate experience, please consider applying for a maximum of 3 roles within 12 months to ensure you are not duplicating efforts.</i></p><br><br><br><p><span>Job Category</span></p><br><br>Global Affairs<br><p><span>Job Details</span></p><br><br><br><p><span><b><b>About Salesforce</b></b></span></p><br><br><p>Salesforce is the #1 AI CRM, where humans with agents drive customer success together. Here, ambition meets action. Tech meets trust. And innovation isn’t a buzzword — it’s a way of life. The world of work as we know it is changing and we're looking for Trailblazers who are passionate about bettering business and the world through AI, driving innovation, and keeping Salesforce's core values at the heart of it all.</p><br><br><br><p>Ready to level-up your career at the company leading workforce transformation in the agentic era? You’re in the right place! Agentforce is the future of AI, and you are the future of Salesforce.</p><br><br><br><br><br><p>About Salesforce<br>Salesforce is the #1 AI CRM, where humans with agents drive customer success together. Here,<br>ambition meets action. Tech meets trust. And innovation isn’t a buzzword — it’s a way of life. The<br>world of work as we know it is changing and we're looking for Trailblazers who are passionate about<br>bettering business and the world through AI, driving innovation, and keeping Salesforce's core<br>values at the heart of it all.<br>Ready to level-up your career at the company leading workforce transformation in the agentic era?<br>You’re in the right place! Agentforce is the future of AI, and you are the future of Salesforce.<br>About the Role<br>As a reflection of our continued growth in the Middle East region, we are hiring a high performing,<br>result-oriented Corporate Counsel to join the Salesforce Commercial Legal team in EMEA, to<br>support sales to customers primarily in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the broader Middle<br>Eastern region.<br>The Commercial Legal team delivers innovative, trusted and world-class legal services to advance<br>and protect Salesforce's interests while creating a fulfilling work environment for our legal team.<br>We are talented, diverse, collaborative and fun. We use our unique characteristics and the values<br>we share to meet our challenges every day.<br>This position will be based in the Dubai office.<br>Key Responsibilities:<br> Generally advise on UAE and other Middle East countries’ laws, regulations and<br>procedures, as well as help properly strengthen and orient our contractual, operational and<br>business regional offering to meet our targets and embrace the contemplated business<br>growth.<br> Draft, negotiate, and advise on strategic technology service agreements with commercial<br>and public sector customers and partners.<br> Provide legal support for local and regional services and initiatives, offering ongoing legal<br>counsel, regulatory interpretation, and guidance for executives and other business and legal<br>team members on a variety of matters related to the sale of cloud-based, on-prem and<br>professional services.<br> Closely cooperate with other departments, including privacy, government affairs, security<br>and compliance to ensure agreements are consistent with internal policies and processes.<br> Provide legal and commercial advice in relation to existing contracts and provide support in<br>the event of any disputes or potential disputes.<br> Provide support in answering public market surveys, RFIs/RFPs, including collecting<br>relevant information internally.<br> Assist in developing training materials and provide training to the business on relevant<br>legal topics and best practices.<br> Actively contribute to the EMEA Commercial Legal team’s ongoing development of<br>knowledge, skills and processes.<br> Participate in cross-regional team projects.<br>Preferred Qualifications<br> Master Degree from a highly regarded university; LLM or additional abroad studies in an<br>English-speaking country are a plus.<br> Qualified Lawyer within a major jurisdiction and/or UAE is a plus.<br> Substantial experience and knowledge of UAE law and major common law jurisdictions<br>relating to commercial and technology contracting.<br> Minimum 5-year PQE in a reputable law firm or as in-house commercial counsel in a large<br>organization operating in the Middle East and supporting IT contracts’ negotiation,<br>including public procurements activities.<br>Required skills &amp; experience:<br> Fluent in English and Arabic.<br> Experience in cloud computing is a must. Previous exposure to public procurement would<br>be an advantage.<br> Substantive expertise in AI, data privacy and intellectual property laws. US revenue<br>recognition knowledge would be a plus.<br> Outstanding legal drafting skills in both Arabic and English, rigor and strong legal<br>reasoning.<br> Excellent verbal communication and negotiation skills.<br> Can-do attitude, pro-active, autonomous, resilient, adaptable, eager to continually learn<br>and develop professionally.<br> Highly responsive and service-oriented attitude. Ability to handle pressure and provide<br>thoughtful recommendations.<br> Ability to organize, prioritize and manage deadlines, in a fast pace, rapidly evolving and<br>demanding industry and work environment.<br> Team spirit and collaborative attitude.<br> Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with demanding internal<br>clients.<br> Innovative and committed to developing innovative solutions to better serve our<br>customers.</p><br><br><br><br><br><br><p><span>Unleash Your Potential</span></p><br><br><p><span>When you join Salesforce, you’ll be limitless in all areas of your life. Our benefits and resources support you to find balance and</span><i>be your best</i><span>, and our AI agents accelerate your impact so you can</span><i>do your best</i><span>. Together, we’ll bring the power of Agentforce to organizations of all sizes and deliver amazing experiences that customers love. Apply today to not only shape the future — but to redefine what’s possible — for yourself, for AI, and the world.</span></p><br><br><br><p><span>Accommodations</span></p><br><br><p><span>If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please submit a request via this </span><span><u><span>Accommodations Request Form</span></u></span><span>.</span></p><br><br><br><p><span>Please note that Salesforce uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help our recruiters assess and evaluate candidates’ resumes and qualifications throughout the recruiting process. Humans will always make any candidate selection and hiring decisions. Please see our </span><span><u><span>Candidate Privacy Statement</span></u></span><span> for more information about how we use your personal data and your rights, including with regard to use of AI tools and opt out options.</span></p><br><br><br><br><p><span>Posting Statement</span></p><br><br><p><span><span>Salesforce is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a policy of non-discrimination with all employees and applicants for employment. What does that mean exactly? It means that at Salesforce, we believe in equality for all. And we believe we can lead the path to equality in part by creating a workplace that’s inclusive, and free from discrimination. </span></span>Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal.<span><span> Any employee or potential employee will be assessed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications – without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, transgender status, age, disability, veteran or marital status, political viewpoint, or other classifications protected by law. This policy applies to current and prospective employees, no matter where they are in their Salesforce employment journey. It also applies to recruiting, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, assessment of job performance, discipline, termination, and everything in between. Recruiting, hiring, and promotion decisions at Salesforce are fair and based on merit. The same goes for compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, reduction in workforce, recall, training, and education.</span></span></p><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <br><p>Thomson Reuters is the global market leader in content, AI and software solutions. We empower legal &amp; Tax professionals within law firms, corporates, governments, and academic institutions with intelligent data and software solutions that help in making confident decisions and reinventing the way they do their work. Thomson Reuters is looking for a Strategic Account Manager, Legal for MENA region based in Dubai to cover the whole legal solutions portfolio.</p><br><br><br><p><span>The role is focused on growing and retaining revenue while expanding the market share of Thomson Reuters legal content, legal tech, and legal AI solutions within designated strategic accounts and territory. It involves opening and winning new business to expand Thomson Reuters' footprint in the region within designated accounts. The person in this role will act as an active "hunter and farmer," seeking out opportunities and progressing commercial conversations with clients. They will also develop and maintain high-level relationships in order to ultimately drive revenue growth. In addition, the role requires developing and executing a territory and account strategy, collaborating with various internal teams to deliver a comprehensive product offering that meets overall customer needs. Finally, the individual will be responsible for developing key stakeholder communities, both internally and externally.</span></p><br><br><br><br><p><b>About the role</b></p><br><br><br><p>As a Strategic Account Manager, you will:</p><br><br><ul><li><p>Act as an expert for legal tech/AI solutions and advise clients to improve work efficiency.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Selling TR legal solutions to existing and new clients within the designated territory.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Maintain deep knowledge of the designated accounts/territory and the clients’ workflow and challenges.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Strategically develops, executes and maintains a growth-centric business plan and own overall strategy for revenue growth.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Develops strong, high level, contact network within the designated territory including C and E level executives and department heads.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Establishes strong, long-term customer relationships and identifies new business opportunities and maintains relationships with key decision makers.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Applies knowledge of business and its constituent workflows to conceive and position value-added solutions to promote sales and revenue growth.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Maintain accurate pipeline on salesforce for forecast and reporting purposes.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Maintains up to date product knowledge on all products and solutions. Serves as a business advisor to promote long term relationships with the client and drives overall customer satisfaction.</p><br><br></li></ul><br><br><p><b>About You</b></p><br><br><br><p>To be considered for the role of trategic Account Manager, you will have:</p><br><br><ul><li><p>Experience working with (Corporates, governments, and law firms) in MENA markets.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Self-starter with a strong sales experience, preferably within the legal/regulatory / SAS related field with a legal/ technology/business educational background or related field.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Fluency in English, Arabic is a plus.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Strong understanding of customers and their business model and workflows.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Strong relationship building skills and experience in establishing C level relationship.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Proven commercial experience in a customer facing environment required.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Problem solving skills and ability to understand, articulate, structure and solve client needs.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Presentation and communication skills: ability to deliver presentations and communicate at all levels within an organization.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Strong collaboration skills &amp; strong interpersonal skills.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Self-confident and comfortable working under limited supervision.</p><br><br></li><li><p>A desire to compete and win business in a team setting. Wide contact network across MENA region would be an advantage</p><br><br></li></ul><br><br><p>#LI-IG1</p><br><br><br><br><p><b>What’s in it For You?</b></p><br><br><ul><li><p><b><span>Hybrid Work Model: </span></b><span>We’ve adopted a flexible hybrid working environment (2-3 days a week in the office depending on the role) for our office-based roles while delivering a seamless experience that is digitally and physically connected.</span></p><br><br></li><li><p><span><b>Flexibility &amp; Work-Life Balance:</b> </span><span>Flex My Way is a set of supportive workplace policies designed to help manage personal and professional responsibilities, whether caring for family, giving back to the community, or finding time to refresh and reset. This builds upon our flexible work arrangements, including work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year, empowering employees to achieve a better work-life balance.</span></p><br><br></li><li><p><span><b>Career Development and Growth:</b> </span><span>By fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill development, we prepare our talent to tackle tomorrow’s challenges and deliver real-world solutions. Our Grow My Way programming and skills-first approach ensures you have the tools and knowledge to grow, lead, and thrive in an AI-enabled future.</span></p><br><br></li><li><p><b><span>Industry Competitive Benefits:</span></b><span> We offer comprehensive benefit plans to include flexible vacation, two company-wide Mental Health Days off, access to the Headspace app, retirement savings, tuition reimbursement, employee incentive programs, and resources for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing.</span></p><br><br></li><li><p><span><b>Culture:</b> </span><span>Globally recognized, award-winning reputation for inclusion and belonging, flexibility, work-life balance, and more. We live by our values: Obsess over our Customers, Compete to Win, Challenge (Y)our Thinking, Act Fast / Learn Fast, and Stronger Together.</span></p><br><br></li><li><p><b><span>Social Impact:</span></b><span> Make an impact in your community with our Social Impact Institute. We offer employees two paid volunteer days off annually and opportunities to get involved with pro-bono consulting projects and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives.</span></p><br><br></li><li><p><span><b>Making a Real-World Impact:</b> We are one of the few companies globally that helps its customers pursue justice, truth, and transparency. Together, with the professionals and institutions we serve, we help uphold the rule of law, turn the wheels of commerce, catch bad actors, report the facts, and provide trusted, unbiased information to people all over the world.</span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><br><br><br><br><br><p><b>About Us</b></p><br><br><br><p>Thomson Reuters informs the way forward by bringing together the trusted content and technology that people and organizations need to make the right decisions. We serve professionals across legal, tax, accounting, compliance, government, and media. Our products combine highly specialized software and insights to empower professionals with the data, intelligence, and solutions needed to make informed decisions, and to help institutions in their pursuit of justice, truth, and transparency. Reuters, part of Thomson Reuters, is a world leading provider of trusted journalism and news.</p><br><br><br><p>We are powered by the talents of 26,000 employees across more than 70 countries, where everyone has a chance to contribute and grow professionally in flexible work environments. At a time when objectivity, accuracy, fairness, and transparency are under attack, we consider it our duty to pursue them. Sound exciting? Join us and help shape the industries that move society forward.</p><br><br><br><p>As a global business, we rely on the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all employees to deliver on our business goals. To ensure we can do that, we seek talented, qualified employees in all our operations around the world regardless of race, color, sex/gender, including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under applicable law. Thomson Reuters is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer providing a drug-free workplace.</p><br><br><br><p>We also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. More information on requesting an accommodation <span><u>here</u></span>.</p><br><br><br><p>Learn more on how to protect yourself from fraudulent job postings <span><u>here</u></span>.</p><br><br><br><p>More information about Thomson Reuters can be found on <span><u>thomsonreuters.com.</u></span></p><br><br><br> </div>

On behalf of our client, an investment firm based in DIFC we are looking for a VP Legal and Compliance to join their firm. The VP Legal and Compliance will serve as (i) legal counsel within the company, providing practical legal guidance to ensure that all business operations comply with applicable laws and regulations. This role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various legal documents, advising on risk management and compliance issues.<br>The VP Legal and Compliance will collaborate closely with the Managing Partners to address legal concerns, the Incumbent oversee the compliance function, including coordinating of KYC, AML returns, with a view towards protecting the Company’s, as well as its Funds, reputation whilst concurrently providing client focused advice.<br>Job Description: (i) Legal• Draft and review a wide range of contracts, agreements, and other legal documents to ensure they are legallysound, enforceable, and aligned with the company's best interests.• Ensure that all legal documentation is accurate, comprehensive, and adheres to legal standards and industrypractices.• Provide expert legal advice on diverse matters including but not limited to company contracts, funddocuments, and various agreements.• Evaluate and advise on legal risks associated with business operations and strategic initiatives, offeringpractical solutions to mitigate potential issues.• Monitor and interpret changes in laws, regulations, and industry standards that impact the company.• Work closely with internal teams such as administration, HR, finance, and operations to providecomprehensive legal support and address any legal issues that arise.• Handle related legal inquiries of investors.<br>(ii) Compliance• Lead the compliance function, reporting directly to the CEO, CFO and COO.• Oversee regulatory compliance across jurisdictions, particularly the DFSA frameworks.• Ensuring adherence to, and providing advice on, applicable laws, regulations Compliance policies.• Encouraging and improving the compliance culture• Providing analysis, and advice on the impact of the regulatory framework on the business and its clients.• Actively developing the skills and careers of each member of the Compliance team.<br>Requirements:• Qualified attorney-at-law with a Master of Laws (LL. M.).• Would hold 6 years exposure within legal and compliance.• Experience with DIFC/DFSA as a legal jurisdiction preferred but not essential.• Experience within a control function within the asset management industry, ideally within Compliance or Legal.• In-depth knowledge of legal principles, including contract law, employment law, and corporate governance.• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate complex legal issues.• Strong negotiation and communication skills, with the capability to convey legal concepts clearly andeffectively.• High level of integrity and professionalism, with a strong commitment to confidentiality.• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, happy to work in a small team

Minimum prior experience of 3 years as Legal Secretary in a law firm or professional services firm is required to apply for this role.<br><br>Key Responsibilities And Challenges<br><br>Document production<br><br>Undertake all document production tasks to the highest standards and to agreed deadlines using appropriate software and all available resources Type from manuscript, blacklining documents, using house style documents and non house style where required Proofread documents to ensure accuracy Prepare Power Point presentations and Excel spreadsheets Draft correspondence/emails Undertake photocopying, scanning, printing and faxing as required Assist other members of the group/division/firm as required to include the Marketing Team with pitch documents Ensure you are up to date on all programs and templates used<br><br>Meetings and travel management<br><br>Diary management – arranging meetings and conference calls, liaising with clients, prioritising and rescheduling meetings as appropriate (must be able to anticipate principals’ needs in scheduling diary) Arrange conference calls, meetings, catering Co-ordinate all travel arrangements including taxis, accommodation, booking flights and expense forms as appropriate, keeping fee earners diaries up to date with the same Prepare and collate papers ahead of meetings Assist in the planning for key meetings<br><br>Client Relationship Management<br><br>Collating and circulating agendas as appropriate Managing confidential data Deal with internal and client calls in a timely, confident, helpful manner and pass on accurate messages as required / action where necessary Deal with visitors in a confident and professional manner Keep client contact details, client book/CRM and lists up to date Support client events as required<br><br>Billing and Financial Hygiene<br><br>Preparation of the Engagement Letter/Terms of Business/submission to Engage and following up where engagement terms are not in place Assist in preparation of bills and bill narratives Request draft bills and review for accuracy Take responsibility for the processing and accuracy of invoice changes Prepare e-mails and cover letters on behalf of matter manager for sending of invoices Adding disbursements to invoices via Readsoft application Sending invoices out to clients and keeping a record of the same Assist in monitoring the billing process for your principals as required Assist in opening new clients, as required Complete online matter opening for new matters Liaise with principals, conflicts, matter management and finance teams on matter administration Monitor work in progress and chase matter managers to bill, as required If a matter is monthly billing, ensure follow up process is followed appropriately Amend timelines using the DTA tool when necessary Run billing guides for fee earners when requested Providing weekly/monthly fee updates to clients on matters<br><br>Risk Management<br><br>Actively support process which minimize the Firm’s exposure to risk (i.e Information Barriers and e- Filing)<br><br>Administration<br><br>Manage annual leave requests for fee earners and keeping a record of the same Deal with incoming and outgoing mail Proactive monitoring of emails as required and forward/action as necessary Maintain update/reminder system of ongoing mail if required Establish and maintain effective and accurate filing systems (hard copy / i Manage)<br><br>Miscellaneous<br><br>Develop your competencies and skills in order to provide excellent professional assistance, attending training when required Keeping distribution lists up to date such as client marketing lists Submit timesheets for principals in their absence or as required Undertake other ad-hoc administrative tasks as required and agreed with Group Secretary Support Firmwide IT system rollouts Support principals in the use of IT systems such as Sophia/Workday Contribute (where required by Head of Secretarial services/Group Secretary) to Firmwide projects which relates to the Secretarial Services Function Attend secretarial meetings Attend training as required to keep up to date with firm wide procedures Working proactively as part of a team to ensure time is used effectively using all available firm wide resources to meet pressured deadlines Effectively manage and prioritise work Working with and assisting the other legal secretaries in the Middle East where necessary<br><br>Technical Skills<br><br>This list of duties and responsibilities above is not exhaustive. It is intended to describe the general content of, and requirements for, the performance of this job. As such, the role may also include the undertaking of additional tasks as required.

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p>The Head of Legal – Treasury &amp; Global Markets (TGM) is a senior leadership role responsible for defining, governing and executing the legal, regulatory, governance and conduct strategy for the Bank’s Treasury, Trading, Capital Markets and Global Markets businesses.</p><br><ul><li>Shape and embed a forward-looking, risk-based legal and conduct strategy for TGM, fully aligned to the Bank’s enterprise risk appetite and strategic objectives.</li><li>Act as final escalation authority for complex, precedent-setting and high-impact TGM legal and regulatory matters prior to Group General Counsel review.</li><li>Exercise delegated authority over material legal positions with financial, regulatory and reputational impact on TGM activities.</li><li>Contribute to the formulation of Group-wide legal, governance and conduct policies affecting Treasury and Global Markets.</li><li>Provide end-to-end legal support across the lifecycle of complex derivatives and related funding products, including structuring, drafting and negotiation.</li><li>Lead legal negotiation strategy for OTC and exchange-traded derivatives, repos, securities lending, collateralised financing and treasury instruments.</li><li>Negotiate and maintain master documentation frameworks including ISDAs, GMRAs, GMSLAs, CSAs and confirmations.</li><li>Support new product approvals, complex/bespoke trades and time-sensitive transactions in volatile markets.</li><li>Enable sustainable business growth by providing commercially pragmatic legal solutions while maintaining disciplined legal and risk governance.</li><li>Own the development, maintenance and modernisation of all TGM legal documentation frameworks, playbooks and clause libraries.</li><li>Lead the overhaul of existing ISDA, CSA and GMRA templates to ensure they are streamlined, current and incorporate evolving regulatory requirements including resolution stay language.</li><li>Establish and maintain documentation standards that reduce per-transaction review time and improve consistency.</li><li>Ensure compliance with all applicable legal, regulatory and internal compliance requirements.</li><li>Interpret and implement key legislation and regulations across the Bank’s core markets, including margin and prudential regimes, conduct rules, reporting, clearing, collateral, netting and disclosure requirements.</li><li>Own the TGM legal risk agenda, ensuring effective identification, mitigation and control of material legal and conduct risks.</li><li>Anticipate, interpret and mitigate emerging legal, regulatory and conduct developments affecting derivatives and capital markets.</li><li>Support operational risk identification, reporting, remediation and governance.</li><li>Understand and effectively perform under the Three Lines of Defence principle.</li></ul><p><strong>Knowledge, Skills and Experience</strong><br>&nbsp;</p><br><ul><li>Law Degree (LLB, LLM or JD) from a recognised university.</li><li>Admission to the professional bar, law society or attorney association of a recognised jurisdiction.</li><li>12–15 years of active legal experience within a major financial institution and/or top-tier law firm, with substantial focus on derivatives, capital markets and treasury.</li><li>Deep mastery of ISDA, GMRA, GMSLA, CSA documentation and derivatives market practice.</li><li>Demonstrable experience in negotiating complex master agreements and structured transactions.</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills in English (Arabic an advantage).</li><li>Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.</li><li>Ability to make decisions and follow through with initiatives in real-time, high-pressure environments.</li><li>Personal integrity and self-management.</li><li>Strong analytical skills with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.</li><li>Thorough competence across derivatives, capital markets and treasury legal disciplines, with maturity and sound judgment.</li><li>Self-motivated with strong attention to detail.</li><li>Team player able to work and deliver under pressure.</li><li>Ability to manage and develop teams from diverse cultural backgrounds.</li></ul><br> </div>

Are you a commercial lawyer who thrives on protecting a fast growing business from the inside, not just reviewing contracts but shaping how the company negotiates and grows? A fast growing AI powered smart mobility company based in Dubai has scaled from a handful of pilot sites to hundreds of live locations across the UAE in under two years, backed by major real estate and infrastructure partnerships and genuine, working AI technology. As the business expands into Qatar, Saudi Arabia and beyond, it needs a senior commercial lawyer to protect its interests across every new contract, partnership and market entry. This is not a generalist in house role split across every legal function. The focus is squarely commercial, contracts and GCC expansion, working closely with the CEO and CFO on the deals that matter most.<br>What's in it for you:Direct exposure to the CEO and CFO on every major commercial negotiation A genuinely strategic remit spanning contract negotiation, technology agreements, and new market entry across the GCCJoin a business already recognised as a market leader, expanding at real pace rather than on paper Base salary of AED 35,000 a month<br>What you'll be doing:Reviewing, drafting and negotiating commercial agreements with customers, suppliers, landlords, developers and government entities Protecting the company's technology, software and proprietary processes through carefully structured agreements Supporting expansion into Qatar, Saudi Arabia and other GCC markets, including new entity and joint venture structures Building standard contract templates, negotiation playbooks and a central contract repository Working directly with senior leadership on major partnership and government negotiations<br>What we need:6 to 10 years post qualification experience, with strong UAE and GCC commercial legal background In house experience within technology, infrastructure, mobility or a similarly fast growing company preferred Strong drafting and negotiation skills, with the ability to translate legal risk into practical business advice Fluent Arabic and English, contracts across the GCC are often drafted in Arabic Comfort working directly with senior executives and moving at the pace of a scaling business<br>If you want to be the legal backbone of a business that is genuinely expanding, not just talking about it, we would like to hear from you.

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><span><span>Abu Dhabi Global Market Courts (ADGM Courts) are of two ranks: the Court of First Instance and the Court of Appeal. The Court of First Instance hears and determines civil and commercial cases that involve Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), ADGM Authorities, ADGM Establishments or at the request of parties.&nbsp; The Court of Appeal hears and determines appeals against judgments and decisions made by the Court of First Instance.&nbsp;</span></span></p><br><p><span><span>The role of ADGM Courts Senior Legal Counsel is to provide advanced technical and strategic support to ADGM Courts Registrar and Chief Executive (Registrar) with a focus on: developing and implementing strategy and business initiatives for ADGM Courts and ADGM’s dispute resolution services; identifying and proposing legislative, regulatory or rule framework changes for ADGM Courts and in relation to dispute resolution generally; assisting the judiciary in the management of cases before ADGM Courts; representing ADGM Courts and ADGM dispute resolution at high level government and stakeholder meetings when required; and managing ADGM Courts’ team during temporary absences of the Registrar.</span></span></p><br><p><span><span>Operational responsibilities:</span></span></p><br><ul><li><span><span>Advise the Registrar regarding changes that may be required to ADGM’s Founding Law, the Courts’ Regulations, Rules and Practice Directions to ensure they are current and reflect the Courts’ practice, procedure and strategies for the just, cost effective and expeditious disposal of cases before the Courts.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Draft and implement changes that may be required to ADGM’s Founding Law, the Courts’ Regulations, Rules and Practice Directions in accordance with the policy and direction of ADGM Courts, as advised by the Chief Justice and/ or the Registrar.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Collaborate and assist the Registrar in relation to current and new strategic initiatives for ADGM Courts and ADGM’s dispute resolution services, including arbitration and mediation.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Assist and/ or represent the Registrar in relation to matters before ADGM’s Board of Directors, including preparing Board papers, liaising with ADGM’s General Counsel and attending Board meetings if necessary.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Assist the Chief Justice, the judiciary and the Registrar in regard to the management of cases before ADGM Courts, including liaising with law firms and litigants in relation to any complex operational issues that may arise in the cases from the Registry’s perspective.&nbsp;</span></span></li><li><span><span>Participate as a speaker in the UAE and international meetings or forums regarding ADGM Courts and ADGM’s dispute resolution services.&nbsp;</span></span></li></ul><p><span><span>Education:</span></span></p><br><ul><li><span><span>Bachelor’s Degree in Law.</span></span></li></ul><p><span><span>Work Experience:</span></span></p><br><ul><li><span><span>10-12 years’+ experience in a law firm or similar environment in litigation and alternative dispute resolution in a common law jurisdiction.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Experience in working in a fast-paced legal environment with competing demands, as well as managing a wide range of activities.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Advanced research and analytical skills.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Advanced interpersonal skills.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Advanced written and oral communication skills, including drafting skills.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Excellent time management, IT and organisation skills.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Demonstrated leadership skills, including experience in supervising a team.</span></span></li><li><span><span>High level observance of confidentiality, judgment, tact and discretion.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Advanced English-speaking skills.</span></span></li></ul><p><span><span>Desirable:</span></span></p><br><ul><li><span><span>Knowledge and experience of working in the UAE and/ or other GCC countries.&nbsp;</span></span></li></ul><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <span>Legal Corporate Affairs Consultant will support the Legal function in corporate secretarial, entity management, statutory compliance, and legal matters across the Group’s GCC, Middle East, Africa, and offshore entities.<br> The role will coordinate corporate filings, licensing, regulatory requirements, and entity compliance with internal teams, authorities, registered agents, and external counsel.<br> It will also support the Group’s entity consolidation and rationalization initiatives, including liquidation and strike-off of redundant entities.<br> Additionally, the role will assist with commercial contracts, corporate documents, and day-to-day legal advice under the guidance of Legal leadership.<br> Responsibilities: Board, Shareholder &amp; Corporate Approvals Draft, coordinate, circulate and maintain Board resolutions, written resolutions, meeting minutes and related corporate approvals.<br> Draft and coordinate shareholder resolutions, general assembly resolutions and minutes.<br> Assess the appropriate corporate approval level for each action, including whether approval is required at shareholder, Board, manager or other authorized level.<br> Review applicable corporate laws, constitutional documents and delegations of authority to confirm approval requirements, voting thresholds, quorum, execution formalities and filing requirements.<br> Coordinate signatures, notarization, legalization, attestation and regulatory filings where required.<br> Maintain complete registers of Board and shareholder resolutions and minutes.<br> Prepare and format corporate documents in both Arabic and English, and coordinate certified legal translations where required for notarization, attestation, legalization and authority filings.<br> Annual Corporate &amp; Financial Statement Approvals Maintain and manage the annual legal entity compliance calendar for all Group entities.<br> Coordinate annual shareholder meetings and general assemblies in accordance with applicable local laws.<br> Prepare resolutions approving annual audited financial statements and related corporate approvals.<br> Prepare resolutions for the appointment, reappointment, replacement and remuneration of external auditors.<br> Coordinate with Finance, Tax and external auditors to ensure annual corporate approvals and filings are completed within statutory deadlines.<br> Prepare resolutions for the distribution of dividends and profits, transfers to statutory and legal reserves, where required under applicable local law.<br> Track annual returns, statutory declarations and other recurring corporate filings applicable to each entity.<br> Directors, Managers, Officers &amp; Authorised Signatories Prepare and coordinate resolutions relating to the appointment, resignation, removal or replacement of directors, managers and officers.<br> Manage changes to authorized signatories, signing authorities and powers of representation.<br> Maintain accurate records of directors, managers, officers and authorized signatories for each entity.<br> Coordinate registrations and filings of changes with the relevant authorities, registries and licensing bodies.<br> Banking Resolutions &amp; Powers of Attorney Prepare Board and/or shareholder resolutions for opening and closing bank accounts.<br> Prepare resolutions for appointment, replacement and amendment of bank signatories and banking mandates.<br> Coordinate resolutions relating to banking facilities, financing authorities and treasury arrangements where corporate approval is required.<br> Draft and maintain powers of attorney, delegations and corporate authorizations.<br> Monitor the validity, scope and expiry of powers of attorney and delegations.<br> Coordinate corporate documents required by banks for KYC, account maintenance and changes in corporate authorities.<br> Corporate Changes &amp; Entity Management Manage corporate actions including changes of directors/managers, registered office, corporate address, company name and licensed activities.<br> Coordinate amendments to constitutional documents, articles of association and other formation documents.<br> Support share transfers, changes in ownership and shareholding structure, and capital increases or reductions.<br> Coordinate establishment of subsidiaries, branches and other legal entities.<br> Support mergers, restructurings, liquidation, deregistration and closure of entities where required.<br> Coordinate corporate license renewals, amendments and other entity-level registrations.<br> Ensure all approved corporate changes are reflected consistently across corporate records, licenses, registries and internal systems.<br> Support the Group's entity consolidation programme, including the transfer of business, assets, contracts and employees from entities being wound down into the surviving entity in each jurisdiction, and coordinate the associated intra-group transfer, novation and assignment documentation.<br> Coordinate solvent (members') voluntary liquidations, strike-offs and deregistrations end-to-end, including liquidator appointments, tax, labour/social-security and required clearances, and final de-registration, and maintain a per-entity closure tracker.<br> Statutory Registers, Records &amp; Corporate Repository Maintain complete and up-to-date statutory and corporate records for each Group entity.<br> Maintain registers of shareholders, directors, managers, authorized signatories and beneficial owners, as applicable.<br> Maintain constitutional documents, commercial registrations, licenses, certificates, corporate approvals and statutory filings.<br> Maintain a central, organized and audit-ready corporate repository for all Group entities.<br> Ensure executed documents are properly recorded, retained and readily available for regulatory, audit, banking, tender and transaction requirements.<br> Prepare and coordinate economic substance notifications and returns, and beneficial ownership filings (including UBO registers and BVI beneficial ownership filings) for onshore and offshore entities, and liaise with offshore registered agents to keep statutory records current.<br> Multi-Jurisdiction Corporate Law &amp; Compliance Maintain an understanding of the corporate law and legal and statutory requirements applicable to each jurisdiction in which the Group operates.<br> Develop and maintain a jurisdictional corporate compliance matrix covering annual approvals, meetings, auditor requirements, statutory filings, corporate changes and other recurring obligations.<br> Monitor changes in applicable corporate legislation and legal and statutory requirements and escalate material changes to Legal leadership.<br> Coordinate with local Legal teams and external counsel to validate jurisdiction-specific requirements where necessary.<br> Ensure consistent Group legal standards are applied while accommodating mandatory local-law requirements.<br> Identify corporate compliance gaps, overdue actions or legal or compliance risks and support timely remediation.<br> Stakeholder &amp; External Counsel Coordination Work closely with Legal, Finance, Tax, Treasury, HR, Procurement and senior management on corporate matters.<br> Coordinate with external counsel, corporate service providers, PROs and government-liaison facilitators, auditors, banks, notaries, regulators and government authorities.<br> Provide corporate documentation required for audits, tenders, banking KYC, regulatory reviews and transactions.<br> Manage routine corporate secretarial instructions to external counsel and help reduce unnecessary external legal spend by developing internal legal secretarial capability.<br> Contract Review, Drafting &amp; Internal Legal Advisory Review, draft and negotiate a range of commercial and corporate agreements, including NDAs, service and vendor agreements, intra-group agreements, MoUs, engagement letters and powers of attorney, in line with Group templates, policies and delegations of authority.<br> Advise internal teams (including Sales, Procurement, Finance, HR, Operations and Group subsidiaries) on contractual terms, risk allocation, approval requirements and execution formalities, escalating material or non-standard issues to Legal leadership.<br> Provide practical, timely legal guidance to business units and Group entities on day-to-day corporate, commercial and compliance queries.<br> Support the development and maintenance of standard contract templates, playbooks and clause libraries in Arabic and English.<br> Coordinate contract execution formalities (signing authority, POA verification, notarization and attestation) and ensure executed contracts are recorded in the contract repository.<br> Support the Legal function on transactions, tenders and projects requiring combined contractual and corporate secretarial input.<br> Our Culture &amp; Code of Conduct: At ZainTECH, we take pride in a culture built on collaboration, innovation, and uncompromising integrity.<br> We are looking for individuals who share these values and are committed to customer-centricity and ethical excellence.<br> All employees are expected to uphold our Code of Conduct, which serves as a guiding framework for responsible behavior across everything we do — from how we work with each other to how we engage with clients and partners globally.<br> Relevant experience in corporate secretarial, entity management or in-house legal operations.<br> Experience supporting a multi-entity and multi-jurisdictional corporate structure is strongly preferred.<br> Good understanding of corporate law principles, Board and shareholder legal compliance, statutory filings and corporate authorities.<br> Strong drafting skills, particularly for Board and shareholder resolutions, minutes, powers of attorney and corporate approvals.<br> Solid experience in reviewing and drafting commercial contracts and providing practical legal advice to internal stakeholders, with sound commercial judgement and the ability to identify and escalate material legal risk.<br> Strong organisational and project-management skills with the ability to manage multiple jurisdictions and statutory deadlines.<br> High attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate, complete and audit-ready corporate records.<br> Ability to work independently with local counsel and internal stakeholders and escalate legal issues appropriately.<br> Proficiency in document and entity-management tools, MS Office (advanced Word), and the ability to maintain a structured corporate repository and compliance calendar; familiarity with e-signature and document-management platforms.<br> Full professional proficiency in Arabic and English, including the ability to draft, review and format corporate documents and correspondence in both languages, and to handle Arabic-language notarization, attestation and authority filings.<br> Bachelor’s degree in Law, Legal Studies, Corporate Legal compliance or a related field.<br></span> </div>