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<p><strong>Legal Counsel</strong></p><br><p>You must be present inside the United Arab Emirates</p><p>� <strong>Location:</strong> United Arab Emirates</p><p>� <strong>Job Type:</strong> Full-time</p><br><p>Do you have experience in <strong>financial legislation and government regulations</strong>?</p><p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Legal Counsel</strong> to join a leading government entity, contributing to the development of financial regulations, reviewing systems and agreements, and providing legal and financial advisory to ensure compliance and best practices.</p><br><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li><p>Reviewing and drafting local financial legislations and regulations and proposing amendments and developments.</p></li><li><p>Studying best practices and conducting benchmarking in financial systems.</p></li><li><p>Providing legal and financial advisory to government entities regarding the unified financial system.</p></li><li><p>Reviewing contracts, agreements, and memoranda of understanding from legal and financial perspectives.</p></li><li><p>Preparing and reviewing responses to legal consultations and recommendations.</p></li><li><p>Following up on cases and lawsuits in coordination with the competent authorities.</p></li><li><p>Participating in the review of local and federal legislation projects and providing legal opinions.</p></li><li><p>Supporting the development of accounting and financial training programs and evaluating their outputs.</p></li><li><p>Contributing to risk management, improving operational processes, and achieving performance indicators.</p></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><p>✔ Bachelor’s degree in Law (Master’s degree in related fields preferred).</p><p>✔ Experience in <strong>legal consultancy and government or financial legislation</strong>.</p><p>✔ Strong knowledge of financial legislations and regulations in the UAE.</p><p>✔ Experience in reviewing contracts, agreements, and memoranda of understanding.</p><p>✔ Outstanding skills in legal research, drafting legislations, and preparing legal memoranda.</p><p>✔ Ability to analyze systems, provide recommendations, and communicate with government entities.</p><p>✔ Proficiency in Arabic and English.</p><br><ul><li><p>Experience in government or regulatory bodies.</p></li><li><p>Deep understanding of governance, compliance, and risk management.</p></li><li><p>High analytical and legal drafting skills.</p></li><li><p>Ability to manage multiple files and work with various stakeholders.</p></li></ul><p>� <strong>If you have the required experience and aim to contribute to the development of financial regulations and systems</strong></p>
<table class="MsoNormalTable" style="border-collapse:collapse;border-style:none;margin-left:-46.85pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-insideh:.5pt dotted windowtext;mso-border-insidev:.5pt dotted windowtext;mso-padding-alt:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt;mso-table-layout-alt:fixed;" border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="749"><tbody><tr style="height:22.0pt;mso-yfti-firstrow:yes;mso-yfti-irow:0;"><td style="background-color:#F2F2F2;border:1.0pt dotted windowtext;height:22.0pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:561.4pt;" width="749"><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.2pt;text-align:center;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-color-alt:windowtext;" lang="EN-US"><strong>JOB PURPOSE</strong></span></span></p></td></tr><tr style="height:29.3pt;mso-yfti-irow:1;mso-yfti-lastrow:yes;"><td style="border-bottom-style:dotted;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:dotted;border-right-style:dotted;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;height:29.3pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:561.4pt;" width="749"><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.2pt;text-align:justify;"><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Arial;" lang="EN-US">The Senior Specialist Legal Oversight is responsible for providing expert legal interpretation and regulatory advice across Dubai Media Council's media and gaming regulatory framework. The role holder independently develops and reviews legislation, regulatory instruments, legal opinions, and governance frameworks governing licensing, permits, content regulation, compliance, enforcement, and emerging media activities. The Senior Specialist Legal Oversight also supports the development of legally robust regulatory policies, advises on complex regulatory matters, contributes to legislative reform initiatives, and promotes consistency in the application of media laws across Dubai's regulatory ecosystem. The role holder is expected to demonstrate strong teamwork skills and carry out his/her duties in accordance with the relevant business policies and procedures. </span><span style="mso-spacerun:yes;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span></p></td></tr></tbody></table>
<table class="MsoNormalTable" style="border-collapse:collapse;border-style:none;margin-left:-46.85pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-insideh:.5pt dotted windowtext;mso-border-insidev:.5pt dotted windowtext;mso-padding-alt:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt;mso-table-layout-alt:fixed;" border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="749"><tbody><tr style="height:22.0pt;mso-yfti-firstrow:yes;mso-yfti-irow:0;"><td style="background-color:#F2F2F2;border:1.0pt dotted windowtext;height:22.0pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:561.4pt;" width="749"><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.2pt;text-align:center;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-color-alt:windowtext;" lang="EN-GB"><strong>JOB PURPOSE</strong></span></span></p></td></tr><tr style="height:29.3pt;mso-yfti-irow:1;mso-yfti-lastrow:yes;"><td style="border-bottom-style:dotted;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:dotted;border-right-style:dotted;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;height:29.3pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:561.4pt;" width="749"><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.2pt;text-align:justify;"><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Arial;" lang="EN-GB">The Specialist Legal Oversight is responsible for supporting the development, interpretation, and implementation of Dubai Media Council's regulatory framework governing the media and gaming sectors. The role holder conducts legal research, prepares draft legislation, regulatory instruments, legal opinions, and governance documents, while providing legal support across licensing, permits, content regulation, compliance, enforcement, and media governance activities. The Specialist Legal Oversight contributes to the continuous enhancement of Dubai's regulatory environment by supporting legislative development, regulatory interpretation, legal risk assessments, and cross-functional regulatory initiatives.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.2pt;text-align:justify;"><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Arial;" lang="EN-GB">The role serves as a technical legal specialist, supporting regulatory interpretation and legal drafting to strengthen Dubai’s media governance framework.</span><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Arial;mso-spacerun:yes;" lang="EN-GB"> </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.2pt;text-align:justify;"><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Arial;" lang="EN-GB">The role holder is expected to demonstrate strong teamwork skills and carry out his/her duties in accordance with the relevant business policies and procedures.</span></span></p></td></tr></tbody></table><p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB"> </span></p><table class="MsoNormalTable" style="border-collapse:collapse;border-style:none;margin-left:-46.85pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-insideh:.5pt dotted windowtext;mso-border-insidev:.5pt dotted windowtext;mso-padding-alt:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt;mso-table-layout-alt:fixed;" border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="749"><tbody><tr style="height:4.0pt;mso-yfti-firstrow:yes;mso-yfti-irow:0;"><td style="background-color:#F2F2F2;border:1.0pt dotted windowtext;height:4.0pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:27.9pt;" width="37"><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.2pt;text-align:center;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-color-alt:windowtext;" lang="EN-GB"><strong>No.</strong></span></span></p></td><td style="background-color:#F2F2F2;border-bottom-style:dotted;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:none;border-right-style:dotted;border-top-style:dotted;border-width:1.0pt;height:4.0pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:79.9pt;" width="107"><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.2pt;text-align:center;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-color-alt:windowtext;" lang="EN-GB"><strong>Key Focus Area</strong></span></span></p></td><td style="background-color:#F2F2F2;border-bottom-style:dotted;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:none;border-right-style:dotted;border-top-style:dotted;border-width:1.0pt;height:4.0pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:454.1pt;" width="605"><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.2pt;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-color-alt:windowtext;mso-spacerun:yes;" lang="EN-GB"><strong> </strong></span><span style="mso-color-alt:windowtext;" lang="EN-GB"><strong>Key Accountabilities</strong></span></span></p></td></tr><tr style="height:13.4pt;mso-yfti-irow:1;"><td style="background-color:#F2F2F2;border-bottom-style:dotted;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:dotted;border-right-style:dotted;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;height:13.4pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:27.9pt;" width="37"><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:9.0pt;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3;text-align:center;text-indent:-9.0pt;"><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:"Arial Narrow";mso-fareast-font-family:"Arial Narrow";mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-GB">1.</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-bidi-font-family:"Arial Narrow";mso-fareast-font-family:"Arial Narrow";mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-GB"> </span><span lang="EN-GB"> </span></span></p></td><td style="background-color:#F2F2F2;border-bottom:1.0pt dotted windowtext;border-left-style:none;border-right:1.0pt dotted windowtext;border-top-style:none;height:13.4pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:79.9pt;" width="107"><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-color-alt:windowtext;" lang="EN-GB">General Responsibilities</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:center;"><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB"> </span></span></p></td><td style="border-bottom:1.0pt dotted windowtext;border-left-style:none;border-right:1.0pt dotted windowtext;border-top-style:none;height:13.4pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:454.1pt;" width="605"><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-align:justify;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-GB">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-GB"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-GB">Implement the operational requirements for Legal Oversight, in line with the overall Legal Oversight and Media Oversight strategy, vision and goals.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-align:justify;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-GB">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-GB"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-GB">Work collaboratively with the Legal Oversight team and wider Media Oversight department to ensure smooth and on-time delivery of services to stakeholders</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-align:justify;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-GB">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-GB"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-GB">Provide metrics and supporting documents to the Head of Legal Oversight, to support with the monthly KPI reports</span></span></p></td></tr><tr style="height:13.4pt;mso-yfti-irow:2;"><td style="background-color:#F2F2F2;border-bottom-style:dotted;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:dotted;border-right-style:dotted;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;height:13.4pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:27.9pt;" width="37"><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:9.0pt;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3;text-align:center;text-indent:-9.0pt;"><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:"Arial Narrow";mso-fareast-font-family:"Arial Narrow";mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-GB">2.</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-bidi-font-family:"Arial Narrow";mso-fareast-font-family:"Arial Narrow";mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-GB"> </span><span lang="EN-GB"> </span></span></p></td><td style="background-color:#F2F2F2;border-bottom:1.0pt dotted windowtext;border-left-style:none;border-right:1.0pt dotted windowtext;border-top-style:none;height:13.4pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:79.9pt;" width="107"><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-color-alt:windowtext;" lang="EN-GB">Regulatory Research and Legal Drafting</span></span></p></td><td style="border-bottom:1.0pt dotted windowtext;border-left-style:none;border-right:1.0pt dotted windowtext;border-top-style:none;height:13.4pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:454.1pt;" width="605"><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-align:justify;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Conduct legal research into UAE legislation, media regulations, administrative law, and international regulatory practices to support the development and enhancement of Dubai's media regulatory framework.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-align:justify;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Prepare draft legislation, executive regulations, regulatory instruments, legal notices, and supporting documentation to assist with the implementation of regulatory initiatives.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-align:justify;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Review proposed regulatory amendments and operational procedures, identifying legal considerations and drafting recommendations for further review.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-align:justify;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Prepare legal briefing notes, comparative studies, and research papers to support regulatory development and legislative decision-making.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-align:justify;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Monitor changes to legislation, judicial decisions, and international regulatory developments, highlighting potential implications for Dubai's media sector.</span></span></p></td></tr><tr style="height:13.4pt;mso-yfti-irow:3;"><td style="background-color:#F2F2F2;border-bottom-style:dotted;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:dotted;border-right-style:dotted;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;height:13.4pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:27.9pt;" width="37"><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:9.0pt;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3;text-align:center;text-indent:-9.0pt;"><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:"Arial Narrow";mso-fareast-font-family:"Arial Narrow";mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-GB">3.</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-bidi-font-family:"Arial Narrow";mso-fareast-font-family:"Arial Narrow";mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-GB"> </span><span lang="EN-GB"> </span></span></p></td><td style="background-color:#F2F2F2;border-bottom:1.0pt dotted windowtext;border-left-style:none;border-right:1.0pt dotted windowtext;border-top-style:none;height:13.4pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:79.9pt;" width="107"><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight:bold;mso-color-alt:windowtext;" lang="EN-GB">Regulatory Interpretation and Legal Analysis</span></span></p></td><td style="border-bottom:1.0pt dotted windowtext;border-left-style:none;border-right:1.0pt dotted windowtext;border-top-style:none;height:13.4pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:454.1pt;" width="605"><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-align:justify;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Conduct legal analysis of licensing, permits, content regulation, compliance, and enforcement matters to support consistent application of regulatory requirements.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-align:justify;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Prepare draft legal opinions and regulatory interpretations for review by senior legal staff, enabling informed operational and regulatory decisions.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-align:justify;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Analyze legal implications arising from emerging technologies, digital platforms, artificial intelligence, gaming, and evolving media business models.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-align:justify;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Support internal stakeholders by researching regulatory requirements and providing legal clarification on operational matters.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-align:justify;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Identify potential legal risks associated with regulatory activities and escalate significant matters requiring specialist legal review.</span></span></p></td></tr><tr style="height:13.4pt;mso-yfti-irow:4;"><td style="background-color:#F2F2F2;border-bottom-style:dotted;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:dotted;border-right-style:dotted;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;height:13.4pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:27.9pt;" width="37"><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:9.0pt;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3;text-align:center;text-indent:-9.0pt;"><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:"Arial Narrow";mso-fareast-font-family:"Arial Narrow";mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-GB">4.</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-bidi-font-family:"Arial Narrow";mso-fareast-font-family:"Arial Narrow";mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-GB"> </span><span lang="EN-GB"> </span></span></p></td><td style="background-color:#F2F2F2;border-bottom:1.0pt dotted windowtext;border-left-style:none;border-right:1.0pt dotted windowtext;border-top-style:none;height:13.4pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:79.9pt;" width="107"><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-weight:bold;mso-color-alt:windowtext;" lang="EN-US">Legal Support for Regulatory Compliance and Enforcement</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:center;"><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight:bold;" lang="EN-GB"> </span></span></p></td><td style="border-bottom:1.0pt dotted windowtext;border-left-style:none;border-right:1.0pt dotted windowtext;border-top-style:none;height:13.4pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:454.1pt;" width="605"><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-align:justify;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Support Compliance, Media Oversight, Licensing, and Content Review teams by providing legal research and analysis relating to investigations, inspections, enforcement actions, and regulatory decisions.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-align:justify;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Review supporting documentation, evidence, and case files to ensure proposed enforcement actions are supported by applicable legislation and regulatory requirements.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-align:justify;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Assist in the preparation of legal documentation relating to administrative penalties, appeals, enforcement notices, and regulatory correspondence.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-align:justify;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Research legal precedents and comparable regulatory cases to support consistent enforcement decisions across the media sector.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-align:justify;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Contribute to the legal review of compliance frameworks, enforcement procedures, and regulatory guidance, promoting consistency and legal robustness.</span></span></p></td></tr><tr style="height:13.4pt;mso-yfti-irow:5;"><td style="background-color:#F2F2F2;border-bottom-style:dotted;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:dotted;border-right-style:dotted;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;height:13.4pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:27.9pt;" width="37"><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:9.0pt;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3;text-align:center;text-indent:-9.0pt;"><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:"Arial Narrow";mso-fareast-font-family:"Arial Narrow";mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-GB">5.</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-bidi-font-family:"Arial Narrow";mso-fareast-font-family:"Arial Narrow";mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-GB"> </span><span lang="EN-GB"> </span></span></p></td><td style="background-color:#F2F2F2;border-bottom:1.0pt dotted windowtext;border-left-style:none;border-right:1.0pt dotted windowtext;border-top-style:none;height:13.4pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:79.9pt;" width="107"><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-color-alt:windowtext;" lang="EN-GB">Regulatory Governance and Legislative Development</span></span></p></td><td style="border-bottom:1.0pt dotted windowtext;border-left-style:none;border-right:1.0pt dotted windowtext;border-top-style:none;height:13.4pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:454.1pt;" width="605"><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-align:justify;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Support the development of regulatory policies, governance frameworks, and implementation guidelines by providing legal analysis and drafting assistance.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-align:justify;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Conduct benchmarking exercises against international media regulatory frameworks to identify legislative improvements and emerging best practices.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-align:justify;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Review governance documentation to ensure consistency with UAE legislation and approved regulatory frameworks.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-align:justify;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Assist with cross-functional regulatory projects by providing legal input during the development of new policies and initiatives.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-align:justify;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Maintain legal reference materials, legislative records, and regulatory documentation to support effective governance and knowledge management.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-align:justify;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Identify opportunities to improve legal processes, research methodologies, and regulatory documentation, contributing to continuous improvement within the Legal Oversight function.</span></span></p></td></tr></tbody></table><p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB"> </span></p><div align="center"><table class="MsoNormalTable" style="border-collapse:collapse;border-style:none;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-insideh:.5pt dotted windowtext;mso-border-insidev:.5pt dotted windowtext;mso-padding-alt:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt;mso-yfti-tbllook:480;" border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="562.45pt"><tbody><tr style="height:18.5pt;mso-yfti-firstrow:yes;mso-yfti-irow:0;"><td style="background-color:#F2F2F2;border:1.0pt dotted windowtext;height:18.5pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:562.45pt;" colspan="2" width="750"><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-color-alt:windowtext;" lang="EN-GB"><strong>Job Specifications</strong></span></span></p></td></tr><tr style="height:33.35pt;mso-yfti-irow:1;"><td style="background-color:#F2F2F2;border-bottom-style:dotted;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:dotted;border-right-style:dotted;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;height:33.35pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:102.65pt;" width="137"><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-color-alt:windowtext;" lang="EN-GB">Key Interactions & Nature of Interaction</span></span></p></td><td style="border-bottom:1.0pt dotted windowtext;border-left-style:none;border-right:1.0pt dotted windowtext;border-top-style:none;height:33.35pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:459.8pt;" width="613"><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.2pt;"><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Internal:</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 18.0pt;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2;text-indent:-18.0pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Collaborate with Directors, Heads, and business units across DMC by conducting legal research and preparing regulatory advice relating to licensing, permits, compliance, content review, enforcement, governance, and policy development.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 18.0pt;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2;text-indent:-18.0pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Work closely with the Senior Specialist Legal Oversight and Head of Legal Oversight to prepare legal opinions, legislative reviews, regulatory instruments, and legal briefing materials.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 18.0pt;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2;text-indent:-18.0pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Support the Media Governance function by providing legal analysis during the development and review of strategies, policies, and regulatory frameworks.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 18.0pt;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2;text-indent:-18.0pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Partner with Licensing, Permits, Content Review, Compliance, and Media Oversight teams to provide legal research and clarification supporting operational and regulatory activities.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 18.0pt;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2;text-indent:-18.0pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Assist internal stakeholders by preparing legal documentation, legislative comparisons, and regulatory guidance that supports consistent decision-making.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.2pt;"><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB">External:</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 18.0pt;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2;text-indent:-18.0pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Liaise with government authorities, regulatory agencies, and public sector entities to obtain legislative information, regulatory updates, and supporting legal documentation.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 18.0pt;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2;text-indent:-18.0pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="mso-font:7.0pt;";"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Support engagement with regulated media organizations, publishers, broadcasters, gaming companies, digital platforms, and other stakeholders by preparing legal information and regulatory guidance where required.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 18.0pt;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2;text-indent:-18.0pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="mso-font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Assist with consultations, working groups, and collaborative initiatives involving government entities and regulatory bodies on media legislation and emerging regulatory matters.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 18.0pt;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2;text-indent:-18.0pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="mso-font:7.0pt;"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Conduct legal research using information published by national and international regulatory authorities to support benchmarking and legislative development activities.</span></span></p></td></tr><tr style="height:121.7pt;mso-yfti-irow:2;"><td style="background-color:#F2F2F2;border-bottom-style:dotted;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:dotted;border-right-style:dotted;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;height:121.7pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:102.65pt;" width="137"><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-color-alt:windowtext;" lang="EN-GB">Technical Skills</span></span></p></td><td style="border-bottom:1.0pt dotted windowtext;border-left-style:none;border-right:1.0pt dotted windowtext;border-top-style:none;height:121.7pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:459.8pt;" width="613"><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 18.0pt;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2;text-indent:-18.0pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Advanced: Legal research and statutory interpretation.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 18.0pt;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2;text-indent:-18.0pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Advanced: Regulatory legal drafting and legislative analysis.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 18.0pt;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2;text-indent:-18.0pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="mso-font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Advanced: UAE administrative law and regulatory frameworks.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 18.0pt;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2;text-indent:-18.0pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="mso-font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Proficient: Media regulation, digital governance, and intellectual property principles.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 18.0pt;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2;text-indent:-18.0pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="mso-font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Proficient: Legal risk identification and regulatory analysis.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 18.0pt;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2;text-indent:-18.0pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="mso-font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Proficient: Preparation of legal memoranda, briefing papers, and regulatory guidance.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 18.0pt;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2;text-indent:-18.0pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="mso-font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Proficient: </span><span lang="EN-GB">Command of written and spoken Arabic and English</span></span></p></td></tr><tr style="height:121.7pt;mso-yfti-irow:3;mso-yfti-lastrow:yes;"><td style="background-color:#F2F2F2;border-bottom-style:dotted;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:dotted;border-right-style:dotted;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;height:121.7pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:102.65pt;" width="137"><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-color-alt:windowtext;" lang="EN-GB">Behavioural Competencies</span></span></p></td><td style="border-bottom:1.0pt dotted windowtext;border-left-style:none;border-right:1.0pt dotted windowtext;border-top-style:none;height:121.7pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:459.8pt;" width="613"><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 18.0pt;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2;text-indent:-18.0pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-GB">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-GB"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB">Evoking and Disseminating Positive Energy – Proficient</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 18.0pt;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2;text-indent:-18.0pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-GB">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-GB"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB">Community Focus and Responsiveness to its Needs – Proficient</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 18.0pt;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2;text-indent:-18.0pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-GB">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-GB"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB">Time Management and Task Prioritization – Proficient</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 18.0pt;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2;text-indent:-18.0pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-GB">·</span><span style="mso-font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-GB"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-GB">Excellence in Execution – Proficient</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 18.0pt;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2;text-indent:-18.0pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-GB">·</span><span style="mso-font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-GB"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-GB">Continuous Learning and Improvement – Proficient</span></span></p></td></tr></tbody></table></div><p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB"> </span></p><div align="center"><table class="MsoNormalTable" style="border-collapse:collapse;border-style:none;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-insideh:.5pt dotted windowtext;mso-border-insidev:.5pt dotted windowtext;mso-padding-alt:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt;mso-yfti-tbllook:480;" border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="562.95pt"><tbody><tr style="height:18.5pt;mso-yfti-firstrow:yes;mso-yfti-irow:0;"><td style="background-color:#F2F2F2;border:1.0pt dotted windowtext;height:18.5pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:562.95pt;" colspan="2" width="750"><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-color-alt:windowtext;" lang="EN-GB"><strong>Experience Required</strong></span></span></p></td></tr><tr style="height:33.35pt;mso-yfti-irow:1;"><td style="background-color:#F2F2F2;border-bottom-style:dotted;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:dotted;border-right-style:dotted;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;height:33.35pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:103.3pt;" width="138"><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-color-alt:windowtext;" lang="EN-GB">Functional Experience</span></span></p></td><td style="border-bottom:1.0pt dotted windowtext;border-left-style:none;border-right:1.0pt dotted windowtext;border-top-style:none;height:33.35pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:459.65pt;" width="613"><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-align:justify;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Minimum 5 years of experience in regulatory law, administrative law, public law, media law, government legal advisory, or a related legal environment.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-align:justify;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Experience conducting legal research, preparing legal opinions, drafting legislation, regulations, or governance documentation.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-align:justify;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Experience supporting regulatory compliance, enforcement, licensing, or public sector governance activities.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-align:justify;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Experience working within government entities, regulators, or highly regulated industries is preferred.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-align:justify;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-GB">·</span><span style="mso-font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-GB"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-GB">Experience researching international regulatory frameworks and legislative best practices is advantageous.</span></span></p></td></tr><tr style="height:31.55pt;mso-yfti-irow:2;"><td style="background-color:#F2F2F2;border-bottom-style:dotted;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:dotted;border-right-style:dotted;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;height:31.55pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:103.3pt;" width="138"><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-color-alt:windowtext;" lang="EN-GB">Leadership/Supervisory</span></span></p></td><td style="border-bottom:1.0pt dotted windowtext;border-left-style:none;border-right:1.0pt dotted windowtext;border-top-style:none;height:31.55pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:459.65pt;" width="613"><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-align:justify;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-GB">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-GB"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span lang="EN-GB">NA</span></span></p></td></tr><tr style="height:18.5pt;mso-yfti-irow:3;"><td style="background-color:#F2F2F2;border-bottom-style:dotted;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:dotted;border-right-style:dotted;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;height:18.5pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:562.95pt;" colspan="2" width="751"><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-color-alt:windowtext;" lang="EN-GB"><strong>Education and Qualification Required</strong></span></span></p></td></tr><tr style="height:33.35pt;mso-yfti-irow:4;mso-yfti-lastrow:yes;"><td style="border-bottom-style:dotted;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:dotted;border-right-style:dotted;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;height:33.35pt;mso-border-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:dotted windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt;width:562.95pt;" colspan="2" width="751"><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US">·</span><span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman";mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;" lang="EN-US"> </span></span><span style="font-family:"Arial Narrow",sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN-US;" lang="EN-US">Bachelor's degree in Law.</span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm 0cm 3.2pt 13.6pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;text-indent:-13.5pt;"><span style="font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;"><span 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We are seeking a Legal Affairs & Contracts Specialist to provide legal support across contracts, compliance, risk management, litigation, and corporate legal matters.<br>Key Responsibilities:Draft, review, and manage contracts and business agreements. Provide legal advice on procurement, compliance, corporate, employment, data protection, and intellectual property matters. Conduct legal research, analysis, and prepare reports and recommendations. Support litigation, dispute resolution, and legal negotiations. Manage relationships with internal stakeholders, external law firms, and regulatory authorities. Conduct supplier due diligence and ensure compliance with internal policies and regulations.<br>Requirements:Bachelor's Degree in Law or equivalent. Experience in legal affairs, contracts management, or government contracting processes preferred. Strong legal research, contract review, and analytical skills. Knowledge of UAE legal and regulatory frameworks. Fluency in Arabic and English (written and spoken). Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
<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>
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<p><span><span><strong><u>Introduction:</u></strong></span></span></p><br><p><span><span>The Government of Dubai Legal Affairs Department (the "<strong>Department</strong>") seeks to recruit qualified personnel to provide administrative support at the Government Claims Section, in accordance with approved regulations and procedures.</span></span></p><br><p><span><span><strong><u>Core Job Roles and Responsibilities:</u></strong></span></span></p><br><p><span><span>·</span></span><span><span>Drafting, archiving, and electronically documenting legal and administrative documents, including notifications, memoranda, statements of claim, and periodic reports.</span></span></p><br><p><span><span>·</span></span><span><span>Documenting all actions taken on cases on approved archiving systems, and closing completed cases in accordance with established procedures.</span></span></p><br><p><span><span>·</span></span><span><span>Receiving and documenting hearing minutes, court judgments, and opposing parties' memoranda and exhibits, and uploading them to case files.</span></span></p><br><p><span><span>·</span></span><span><span>Coordinating the Section's meetings, and drafting minutes of meetings.</span></span></p><br><p><span><span>·</span></span><span><span>Following up on court hearing schedules and communicating with Legal Counsels to notify them of scheduled dates and issued decisions.</span></span></p><br><p><span><span>·</span></span><span><span>Participating, as assigned, in registering lawsuits and payment orders with UAE Courts and the Rental Disputes Center.</span></span></p><br><p><span><span>·</span></span><span><span>Providing administrative support to Legal Counsels in the Government Disputes and Claims Directorate, to ensure that tasks are completed with high precision and quality.</span></span></p><br><p><span><span>·</span></span><span><span>Preparing and updating the Government Claims Section's database, in accordance with approved procedures and instructions.</span></span></p><br><p><span><span><strong><u>Core Administrative Roles and Responsibilities:</u></strong></span></span></p><br><p><span><span>·</span></span><span><span>Using Tawqeet to upload and log all tasks and duties completed by the employee on a daily basis, in accordance with applicable requirements.</span></span></p><br><p><span><span>·</span></span><span><span>Preparing a weekly report of all cases assigned to the employee and the actions taken thereon, as per applicable instructions.</span></span></p><br><p><span><span>·</span></span><span><span>Complying with all the Department’s working procedures concerning the Case Management System ("Tawtheeq"). </span></span></p><br><p><span><span>·</span></span><span><span>Complying with the Department's approved information security policies.</span></span></p><br><p><span><span>·</span></span><span><span>Adhering to all circulars issued by the Department regarding attendance, to ensure the accomplishment of assigned tasks with the requisite timeliness, quality, and efficiency.</span></span></p><br> <p><span><span><strong><u>Academic Qualifications and Years of Experience:</u></strong></span></span></p><br><p><span><span>·</span></span><span><span>Bachelor's degree in Law or Business Administration.</span></span></p><br><p><span><span>·</span></span><span><span>A minimum of three (3) years of practical experience in the legal field.</span></span></p><br><p><span><span><strong><u>Technical and Behavioral Competencies:</u></strong></span></span></p><br><p><span><span>·</span></span><span><span>Sound knowledge of the laws and legislation of the United Arab Emirates and the Emirate of Dubai.</span></span></p><br><p><span><span>·</span></span><span><span>Ability to draft correspondence, notices, and legal applications.</span></span></p><br><p><span><span>·</span></span><span><span>Proficiency in computer applications.</span></span></p><br><p><span><span>·</span></span><span><span>Ability to work under pressure and provide efficient customer service.</span></span></p><br><p><span><span>·</span></span><span><span>Effective communication skills and teamwork.</span></span></p><br><p><span><span>·</span></span><span><span>Fluency in Arabic and English (reading, writing, and speaking).</span></span></p><br> </div>
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<b>Job Purpose</b> <br><p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Assists the Legal Department in all legal work pertaining to Air Arabia and its Subsidiaries to ensure the securing and protection of the Company’s assets, as well as legal and contractual rights. This includes but not limited to: commercial contracting, litigation and arbitration formalities, licensing, and projects coordinating. Carries responsibilities with utmost confidentiality and in alignment with law and regulations to ensure Company’s corporate image is positively reflected and maintained.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><br><br><b>Key Result Responsibilities</b> <br><p><span>1. Extends support to Air Arabia Group & Subsidiaries by providing legal advisory and consultations on all issues related to risks, law, and regulations including contracts, service level agreements, complaints, disputes, etc.</span><br><span>2. Acts as an ambassador in deliverables as per the legal function objectives within the scope of his/ her role. </span><br><span>3. Develops and maintains effective legal & regulatory risk control frameworks and processes in accordance with Air Arabia Group standards and business objectives.</span><br><span>4. Effectively manages the legal risk by providing valid and accurate legal advice and proper guidance on regulatory compliance matters.</span><br><span>5. Analyzes and develops thorough commercial recommendations and due diligence based on the requirements of the department/line manager/subsidiary. </span><br><span>6. Drafts, initiates, reviews and edits contracts of different nature & templates to be signed between Air Arabia/Subsidiaries and external parties according to agreed terms and conditions.</span><br><span>7. Ensures necessary information, documents & signatures from both parties as well as legal aspects are being covered to minimize the risk on the company and its subsidiaries.</span><br><span>8. Represents AA Group in relationships with business partners and external parties: suppliers, vendors, subcontractors and law firms to facilitate work-flow and operations pertaining to legal and contracting day-to-day activities.</span><br><span>9. Takes a leading role in structuring joint ventures/mergers (as needed), managing licenses and establishments’ formation/renewal formalities of company and its subsidiaries in all hubs: contracts, agreements, trade licenses, etc. </span><br><span>10. Coordinates with Corporate Affairs Head, Commercial Managers, Subsidiaries and Government Departments to ensure smooth processing.</span><br><span>11. Provides supervision to external specialized legal parties hired by the Company such as External Counsels and Law Firms to ensure all legal cases and disputes are being addressed and managed effectively.</span><br><span>12. Supervises the In-house workflow of all litigation formalities and mechanisms; reviews notices, collates/reviews evidences and proofs from different sources to be considered for legal actions.</span><br><span>13, Follows up on decrees and final decisions to ensure successful implementation. Generates function-related reports for all hubs when and as needed, and summary on final status of cases.</span><br><span>14. Develops strong inter-relationships with all management and staff; attends internal/external meetings and activities of legal nature. Adopts clear logical approach in analyzing legal cases to ensure smooth operations and secured results.</span></p><br><br><b>Qualifications (Academic, training, languages)</b> <br><p>- Must be Qualified Lawyer, preferably in Commercial or Corporate law<br>- Bachelor’s degree in law or equivalent from a recognized university; Masters degree is preferred.<br>- Professional membership of Legal associations <br>- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Advanced Excel and PowerPoint)<br>- Excellent business writing and reporting skills.<br>- Fluent in English and Arabic Languages.</p><br><br><b>Work Experience</b> <br><ul><li><span><span><span><span><span>7+ years of experience as a lawyer or legal counsel in a multinational organization or law firm. He/she must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in IP (Intellectual Property), preferably in Airline industry; experience with low cost airline is considered a plus.</span></span></span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span><span><span>UAE/Country experience and knowledge of UAE/Country regulations, litigation and arbitration mechanism is a must.</span></span></span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span><span><span>Worked closely with senior level attorneys in a law firm or corporate legal environment. </span></span></span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span><span><span>Proven good skills pertaining to managing court cases and disputes formalities, documents, and follow up.</span></span></span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span><span><span>Experienced in initiating, drafting, and managing contracts of various nature.</span></span></span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span><span><span>Previous experience dealing with Government Affairs and/or Airport Authorities is an advantage.</span></span></span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span><span><span>Proven strong skills in analyzing data, identifying pitfalls and recommending effective solutions from legal aspect.</span></span></span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span><span><span>Cost-oriented, possesses effective persuasive, negotiation, problem solving and decision making skills.</span></span></span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span><span><span>Employs knowledge, technical expertise, and interpersonal relations to support in executing new initiatives and achieve company’s objectives.</span></span></span></span></span></li><li><span><span><span><span><span>Demonstrates the ability to contribute and successfully deliver against business strategy and set KPIs.</span></span></span></span></span></li></ul><br><br> </div>
<p><h4>A reputable and well-established pharmaceutical company is actively recruiting a legal contract manager for their Dubai office.</h4>
<p>Please note that you must meet all the criteria set out below for your application to be considered. Suitable candidates will be contacted within 5 working days. If you are not contacted by us within that time, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.</p>
<h4>The main responsibilities will include but not be limited to:</h4>
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<li>Managing the full contract lifecycle, from drafting and review through execution and renewals.</li>
<li>Supporting legal operations by maintaining contract documentation, templates, and governance processes.</li>
<li>Partnering with cross-functional teams including regulatory affairs, quality, commercial, finance, and business development to ensure timely legal support for business initiatives.</li>
<li>Monitoring contractual obligations, compliance requirements, and legal risks across multiple markets.</li>
<li>Coordinating with external legal counsel and supporting legal projects, reporting, and process improvements.</li>
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<h4>To be successful, you will need to meet the following:</h4>
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<li>Bachelor’s degree in law or a related legal qualification.</li>
<li>Proven experience managing commercial contracts within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, or other highly regulated manufacturing industries.</li>
<li>Previous experience supporting manufacturing operations.</li>
<li>Strong understanding of contract lifecycle management, legal documentation, compliance, principles, and regulatory frameworks.</li>
<li>Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and organizational skills.</li>
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<p>Applicants should be available for face-to-face interviews in the location mentioned above.</p></p><p></p>
<p><h4>A reputable and well-established pharmaceutical company is actively recruiting a legal contract manager for their Dubai office.</h4>
<p>Please note that you must meet all the criteria set out below for your application to be considered. Suitable candidates will be contacted within 5 working days. If you are not contacted by us within that time, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.</p>
<h4>The main responsibilities will include but not be limited to:</h4>
<ul>
<li>Managing the full contract lifecycle, from drafting and review through execution and renewals.</li>
<li>Supporting legal operations by maintaining contract documentation, templates, and governance processes.</li>
<li>Partnering with cross-functional teams including regulatory affairs, quality, commercial, finance, and business development to ensure timely legal support for business initiatives.</li>
<li>Monitoring contractual obligations, compliance requirements, and legal risks across multiple markets.</li>
<li>Coordinating with external legal counsel and supporting legal projects, reporting, and process improvements.</li>
</ul>
<h4>To be successful, you will need to meet the following:</h4>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree in law or a related legal qualification.</li>
<li>Proven experience managing commercial contracts within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, or other highly regulated manufacturing industries.</li>
<li>Previous experience supporting manufacturing operations.</li>
<li>Strong understanding of contract lifecycle management, legal documentation, compliance, principles, and regulatory frameworks.</li>
<li>Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and organizational skills.</li>
</ul>
<p>Applicants should be available for face-to-face interviews in the location mentioned above.</p></p><p></p>
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<p>The Assistant Manager – Legal Affairs is responsible for providing comprehensive legal support across all business functions of Dubai Racing Club (DRC) and its affiliated entities. The role ensures compliance with applicable UAE laws, regulations, and internal governance requirements by providing legal advice, reviewing and drafting contracts, mitigating legal risks, and supporting management on corporate, commercial, employment, and regulatory matters.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><p><b>Corporate Legal Advisory</b></p><ul><li>Provide legal advice and guidance to management and all departments on corporate, commercial, operational, and regulatory matters.</li><li>Interpret and advise on UAE Federal laws, Dubai Government regulations, labour legislation, and other applicable legal frameworks.</li><li>Identify legal risks and recommend practical business solutions while safeguarding the interests of the organization.</li><li>Keep management informed of legislative and regulatory changes that may impact the organization.</li></ul><p><b>Contract Management</b></p><ul><li>Draft, review, negotiate, and amend commercial contracts, service agreements, consultancy agreements, sponsorship agreements, procurement contracts, NDAs, MOUs, lease agreements, and other legal documents.</li><li>Ensure contractual terms adequately protect the organization’s legal and commercial interests.</li><li>Monitor contract compliance and provide legal interpretation throughout the contract lifecycle.</li></ul><p><b>Employment & HR Legal Support</b></p><ul><li>Advise the Talent & Culture Department on UAE Labour Law, DGHR regulations (where applicable), employment contracts, disciplinary matters, investigations, grievances, terminations, end-of-service benefits, and employee disputes.</li><li>Review HR policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance.</li><li>Support disciplinary committees and provide legal opinions on employment-related matters.</li></ul><p><b>Corporate Governance & Compliance</b></p><ul><li>Assist in maintaining corporate governance standards and legal compliance across the organization.</li><li>Review internal policies, procedures, delegations of authority, and governance documents from a legal perspective.</li><li>Support statutory filings, resolutions, powers of attorney, and corporate documentation.</li><li>Coordinate with regulatory authorities where required.</li></ul><p><b>Litigation & Dispute Management</b></p><ul><li>Coordinate with external legal counsel on litigation, arbitration, labour disputes, and other legal proceedings.</li><li>Prepare case summaries, supporting documentation, and legal briefs.</li><li>Monitor ongoing legal cases and ensure timely follow-up and reporting.</li></ul><p><b>Legal Documentation</b></p><ul><li>Prepare, review, and maintain legal correspondence, notices, opinions, memoranda, and legal reports.</li><li>Maintain an organized repository of contracts and legal records while ensuring confidentiality.</li></ul><p><b>Risk Management</b></p><ul><li>Identify legal and contractual risks associated with business operations.</li><li>Recommend mitigation strategies to minimize legal exposure.</li><li>Support enterprise risk management initiatives from a legal perspective.</li></ul><p><b>Stakeholder Management</b></p><ul><li>Liaise with government authorities, regulators, external legal advisors, consultants, suppliers, and business partners on legal matters.</li><li>Build effective working relationships with internal departments to provide timely legal support.</li></ul><p><b>Continuous Improvement</b></p><ul><li>Recommend improvements to legal processes, contract management systems, and governance practices.</li><li>Support legal awareness initiatives by providing guidance and training to departments where required.</li></ul><p><br></p> </div><h2 class="h5">Skills</h2>
<div data-jb-field="skills"><p><b>Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree in Law / A Master’s Degree or professional legal qualification is desirable.</li><li>Admission to practice law in a recognized jurisdiction is an advantage.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>Experience</b></p><ul><li>3 years of post-qualification legal experience.</li><li>Experience in corporate/commercial law, contract management, employment law, and regulatory compliance.</li><li>Experience within government, semi-government, or large corporate organizations is preferred.</li><li>Experience coordinating with external legal counsel and government authorities.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>Knowledge</b></p><ul><li>UAE Federal Laws and regulations.</li><li>UAE Labour Law and employment practices.</li><li>Corporate governance and compliance.</li><li>Commercial contract drafting and negotiation.</li><li>Procurement and service contract management.</li><li>Legal risk assessment and dispute resolution.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>Competencies</b></p><ul><li>Strong legal drafting and contract review skills.</li><li>Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability.</li><li>Commercial awareness and business acumen.</li><li>Strong negotiation and influencing skills.</li><li>High ethical standards and confidentiality.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.</li><li>Attention to detail and sound judgment.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)</b></p><ul><li>Timely review and turnaround of legal contracts and agreements.</li><li>Legal compliance across corporate policies and business activities.</li><li>Reduction in contractual and legal risks.</li><li>Effective legal support provided to internal stakeholders.</li><li>Successful coordination and management of legal disputes and external counsel.</li><li>Timely completion of governance and compliance requirements.</li><li>Positive stakeholder satisfaction with legal advisory services.</li></ul><p><br></p></div>
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<span> What you´ll do </span><ul> <li>Define and drive a sustainable global product and innovation strategy focused on continuous innovation, performance, quality, and cost optimization.</li> <li>Lead key R&D and innovation projects, translating consumer and market needs into innovative, marketable, and technically feasible product concepts.</li> <li>Identify and leverage new technologies and open innovation opportunities through scientific research, patents, market intelligence, suppliers, startups, and external innovation partners.</li> <li>Drive the patent and intellectual property strategy, ensuring freedom to operate while developing and protecting strong proprietary technologies and licensable patents.</li> <li>Lead the transfer of technical know-how, technologies, and product specifications to regional teams and manufacturing units, ensuring successful scale-up and implementation.</li> <li>Collaborate closely with IMU, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Legal, Market Research, Manufacturing, and global and regional R&D teams to deliver business and innovation objectives.</li> <li>Drive continuous improvement through Cost-Chase and Design-to-Value initiatives while representing the organization at scientific congresses, industry committees, and relevant external forums.</li> <li>Lead, train, and develop the department while managing budgets and ensuring all activities comply with company guidelines, quality systems, safety standards, and legal requirements.</li> </ul>
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What makes you a good fit <ul> <li>5-7 years of relevant professional experience in R&D, Product Development, Innovation, Regulatory Affairs, or a related technical function, preferably within a multinational or manufacturing environment.</li> <li>Strong expertise in Regulatory Affairs, including regulatory requirements, industry standards, and compliance frameworks.</li> <li>Demonstrated experience in sustainability management, integrating sustainability principles into product development and innovation strategies.</li> <li>Proven experience leading innovation and product development projects, including technology transfer and implementation within manufacturing environments.</li> <li>Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, with experience working across R&D, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Legal, Marketing, and other business functions.</li> <li>Proven ability to work effectively with global and remote teams, including influencing and leading stakeholders without direct or solid-line reporting relationships.</li> <li>Experience engaging and building relationships with external partners, suppliers, startups, governmental bodies, regulatory authorities, and industry associations.</li> <li>Strong stakeholder management, project management, communication, influencing, and presentation skills, with the ability to operate effectively across different functions, cultures, and seniority levels.</li> </ul> <p>At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We look for a diverse team of individuals who possess different backgrounds, experiences, personalities and mindsets.</p><br>
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Position Summary In this remote, hourly contractor role, you will apply professional legal judgement to evaluate how advanced AI models reason through legal problems, and build cases that test the limits of that reasoning. Project scopes vary and may include:Designing legal questions, prompts, and evaluation sets grounded in real practice, including matters involving ambiguity, competing authorities, and high-stakes decisions Evaluating AI-generated legal analysis for accuracy, reasoning quality, and citation support, identifying misread authority, unsupported assumptions, misapplied rules, and unflagged legal risk Reviewing and annotating legal documents against detailed instructions, producing citation-backed determinations with clear plain-language explanations Contract review and redlining, including clause-level analysis and simulated negotiation exercises Assessing AI performance on compliance and regulatory scenarios, including regulatory obligations, disclosure requirements, and enforcement contexts Rating and comparing AI responses against structured rubrics, applied consistently across task types Flagging ambiguity and jurisdictional variation, and quality-checking the work of other reviewers<br><br>Profile Requirements Law degree (LLB, LLM, JD, or equivalent) Professional experience in legal practice, in-house counsel, compliance, regulatory affairs, or legal academia Strong command of legal reasoning: statutory interpretation, application of precedent, risk identification, and defensible argument construction Ability to explain complex legal concepts and corrections clearly and accurately in writing Full professional English proficiency Exceptional attention to detail Reliable and self-directed, with consistent output quality in a remote, asynchronous workflow Discretion and sound judgement with sensitive or proprietary material<br><br>Preferred Experience Admission to a bar or law society, or equivalent professional qualification, with jurisdiction stated Specialist practice area depth, for example corporate and M&A, intellectual property, tax, employment, data protection, litigation, or financial services regulation Prior experience with AI data training, annotation, or model evaluation<br><br>Application Notes Projects vary in jurisdiction, practice area, and language, so please make the following explicit in your resume:Languages you work in, with proficiency level, and whether you handle legal terminology in each Degree details, including institution, jurisdiction of legal training, and specialisation Bar admission or professional qualification, including jurisdiction, year, and current status Practice areas and years of experience in each<br><br>Please kindly note that only qualified candidates will be contacted. Our team will reach out to you when a matching project opens. About CNTXT AICNTXT AI builds artificial intelligence products and data solutions with a focus on making AI accurate, safe, and globally relevant for impact. Our work spans data services, custom AI solutions, and proprietary AI products, with deep expertise in Arabic-native and secure, sovereign solutions.
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<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 & 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 & 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 & 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 & 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 & 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 & 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 & 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 & 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 & 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 & 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>
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<br> <strong>1. JOB PURPOSE:</strong><br>· Provide legal advice and services with a particular focus on Legal Commercial and Operational matters.<br>· Draft, review, and amend legal opinions, agreements and documents.<br>· Ensure conformity with laws and regulations and safeguarding of ADNOC Group’s interests.<br><strong>2. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:</strong><br><strong>Job Specific Accountabilities</strong><br><strong>Legal Commercial & Operations Key Accountabilities</strong><br>Provision of legal advice and support relating to:<br>· agreements, documents, projects and investment transactions for BLDs, BSDs and BSFs supported by Legal Commercial & Operations;<br>· general commercial contracts, employment law, health/medical law matters, real estate, hospitality, corporate transactions, corporate governance, policies and procedures; and<br>· intellectual property, projects and activities.<br><strong>Key components of the role are:</strong><br>· Provide legal counsel and advice to various parts of the Business as a Legal Business Partner;<br>· Provide legal counsel and advice to Business Line Directorates (“BLDs"), Business Support Directorates (“BSDs”), Business Support Functions (“BSFs”) and group companies in relation to commercial, non-commercial and operations related agreements, projects and matters;<br>· Provide legal support to the ADNOC Group for commercial, non-commercial and operations related agreements, projects and matters;<br>· Instruct and supervise external legal counsel advising on legal matters relating to BLDs and group companies under each BLD, including managing and monitoring performance of the external legal counsel along with legal spend and budget; and<br>· Produce legal agreements that reflect the ADNOC Group’s risk appetite, safeguard its best interests and ensure due and proper compliance with all applicable laws as well as to prepare standard form agreements, guidelines and deliver training sessions to BLDs, BSFs, BSDs and group company LGC business unit colleagues on relevant legal requirements for commercial and operations related agreements, save except for non-centralized activities.<br><strong>Technical Expertise</strong><br>· Relevant experience providing legal advice on commercial, non-commercial and operational related matters.<br><strong>Budget Management</strong><br>· Input into the development of annual budget in line with the Business Unit’s business objectives and operational plans.<br><strong>Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures</strong><br>· Input into the development and implement the appropriate Business Unit policies, processes, systems, standards, procedures, guidelines and internal controls, in order to support execution of the Function’s work programs in line with Company and International standards.<br>· Contribute to the continuous improvements within the Legal Commercial & Operations to achieve and sustain performance levels reflective of external benchmarks.<br><strong>Performance Management</strong><br>· Contribute to achievement of the Legal Commercial & Operations KPI’s and Performance objectives and establish monitoring mechanisms to ensure delivery of these objectives.<br>· Contribute to analyses of business operations and input into recommendations on the ways to enhance current business practices.<br><strong>People Management and Development</strong><br>· Input into the development of knowledge, competencies and innovative spirit within the Legal Commercial & Operations.<br>· Input into the initiatives for the training and continuous learning of the developees within the Legal Commercial & Operations.<br>· Support the development of junior Emirati lawyers.<br><strong>Organisation Structure and Development</strong><br>· Input into the review and evaluation of the Business Unit organisation structure aiming to best utilise human capital while proactively incorporating sustainability into the on-going work practices to meet the business objectives.<br><strong>Stakeholder Management</strong><br>· Assist VP/Manager/Section Head Legal Commercial & Operations with day-to-day operations of the Legal Disputes & Executive Affairs Business Unit.<br>· Represent Legal Commercial & Operations in various task forces, events and committees.<br>· Prepare, deliver, and present reports.<br>· Collaborate with various internal and external stakeholders.<br>· Assist with the appointment of external lawyers and experts and the assessment of the performance of external lawyers and experts.<br><strong>Risk Management</strong><br>· Input into Corporate Integrated Risk Management System within the Business Unit.<br><strong>Innovation and Continuous Improvement</strong><br>· Assist VP/Manager/Section Head Legal Commercial & Operations in promotion of an organisation culture that encourages innovation, enhances employee motivation and supports initiatives for implementation of Change Management to continuously improve the Business Unit operations and services.<br>· Recommend improvements in internal processes against best practices in pursuit of greater efficiency in line with approved standards in order to define intelligent solutions for issues confronting the Business Unit.<br><strong>Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Sustainability</strong><br>· Support the implementation of an HSE culture and compliance with relevant HSE policies, procedures, systems & controls and applicable legislation and sustainability guidelines across the Business Unit in line with ADNOC Code of Practices.<br><strong>Management Information Systems (MIS) and Reports</strong><br>· Contribute and input into Business Unit MIS and deliver progress reports to provide accurate and timely reports and necessary information to effectively manage operations of the Legal Commercial & Operations Business Unit.<br><strong>Generic Accountabilities</strong><br><strong>Supervision</strong><br>· Plan, supervise and coordinate all activities in the assigned area to meet functional objectives.<br>· Train and develop the assigned staff on relevant skills to enable them to become proficient on the job and deliver the respective section objectives.<br><strong>Budgets</strong><br>· Provide input for preparation of the Function/Division/Department/Section budgets, assist in the implementation of the approved Budget, and work plans to deliver objectives.<br>· Investigate and highlight any significant variances to support effective performance and cost control.<br><strong>Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures</strong><br>· Implement approved Function/Division/Department/Section policies, processes, systems, standards and procedures in order to support execution of the work programs in line with Company and International standards.<br><strong>Performance Management</strong><br>· Contribute to the achievement of the approved Performance Objectives for the Function/Division/Department/ Section in line with the Company Performance framework.<br><strong>Innovation and Continuous Improvement</strong><br>· Design and implement new tools and techniques to improve the quality and efficiency of operational processes.<br>· Identify improvements in internal processes against best practices in pursuit of greater efficiency in line with best industry standards in order to define intelligent solutions for issues confronting the function.<br><strong>Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Sustainability</strong><br>· Comply with relevant HSE policies, procedures, controls, applicable legislation, and sustainability guidelines in line with international standards, best practices and ADNOC Code of Practices.<br><strong>Reports</strong><br>· Provide inputs to prepare Function/Division/Department/Section MIS and progress reports for Company Management.<br><strong>3. COMMUNICATIONS & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:</strong><br><strong>Internal</strong><br>· Contacts with ADNOC’s cross-functional management teams when representing Legal Commercial & Operations.<br>· Contacts with ADNOC Legal, Governance and Compliance leadership.<br>· Regular contacts with legal advisors across ADNOC Group.<br>· Regular contacts with counterparts and focal points of the Business customers across ADNOC Group.<br><strong>External</strong><br>· Contacts with other lawyers of major governmental, legal, financial, and commercial institutions.<br>· Contacts with suppliers and business partners.<br>· Contacts with external legal firms and advisors.<br><strong>4. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:</strong><br><strong>Minimum Qualification</strong><br>· Bachelor’s degree in law<br><strong>Minimum Experience & Knowledge & Skills</strong><br>· 5 years of Post Qualification Experience in transactional work in a reputable international law firm and/or in-house legal department, preferably within the energy or technology industry.<br>· Excellent English language (written and spoken). Fluent Arabic in addition is an advantage.<br>· Knowledge of applicable legislations and regulations.<br>· Knowledge of business and international best practices.<br>· Strong background and expertise in a broad range of commercial areas (see section 4 above), business strategy, stakeholder management and advisory.<br><strong>Professional Certifications</strong><br>· Must be a qualified lawyer in a civil and/or common law jurisdiction.<br><strong>5. Work Condition:</strong><br>Physical Effort<br>· Minimal<br>Work Environment<br>· Air-conditioned office environment<br><br> </div>
<ul><li><p>Translate legal documents, agreements, correspondence, and official documents between Arabic and English with accuracy and proper legal terminology.</p></li><li><p>Prepare, review, format, and maintain legal documents and correspondence.</p></li><li><p>Assist with legal research, document preparation, and contract administration.</p></li><li><p>Manage and organize confidential legal files, records, and documentation.</p></li><li><p>Coordinate with external lawyers, government authorities, and professional advisors.</p></li><li><p>Support day-to-day legal administrative requirements and ensure timely handling of legal matters.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li><p>Bachelor’s degree in Law, Legal Studies, or equivalent qualification.</p></li><li><p>Fluent in Arabic and English (written and spoken) — mandatory.</p></li><li><p>Strong Arabic legal translation and drafting skills.</p></li><li><p>2–5 years of experience as a Legal Secretary, Paralegal, Legal Assistant, or similar role.</p></li><li><p>Good understanding of legal terminology, contracts, and official documentation.</p></li><li><p>Strong attention to detail, organization skills, and ability to handle confidential information.</p></li></ul>
<p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><p><br></p><p> -Provides legal and administrative support to Legal & Compliance by conducting preliminary review of legal documents, drafting confidentiality </p><p> agreements and memoranda of understanding, undertaking legal research and legal translation (Arabic to English and vice versa), as well as </p><p> coordination activities of matters delegated from the Chief Legal Counsel to L&C Management. </p><p> -Prepares legal documents under Legal Counsel’s supervision, from the initial request by a Directorate or a Unit until the final stage of producing the </p><p> execution copies. This includes reviewing the content of the agreement/document, discussing the content with the requestor and subsequently </p><p> updating the agreement or legal documents such as confidentiality agreements, memorandum of understanding, resolutions, etc.</p><p> -Conducts research with regards to laws, legal practices (national and international) and other legal and non-legal matters. This includes consulting </p><p> online legal databases, agreements, related internal memos, internal and external policies and discussing findings with the relevant lawyer.</p><p> -Translates and reviews translations of legal texts including, but not limited to agreements, laws, resolutions and other legal documents (English to </p><p> Arabic and vice versa). ----Verifies the compatibility between Arabic and English legal texts in addition to the accuracy of translated texts.</p><p> Provides direct assistance to the Chief Legal Counsel in relation to: compiling, drafting and preparing various documents of legal and administrative </p><p> nature and coordinating matters delegated to the General Counsels, Group Corporate Governance Manager and Group Compliance Officer.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Minimum Qualification</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree in Law</li></ul><p><strong>Minimum Experience & Knowledge & Skills</strong></p><ul><li class=\
<ul><li><p>Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, legal documents, legal submissions, and provide legal opinions in accordance with UAE labor and corporate laws.</p></li><li><p>Analyze legal matters and develop practical legal strategies.</p></li><li><p>Independently manage litigation matters, contract administration, and dispute resolution.</p></li><li><p>Ensure compliance with UAE corporate laws, regulations, and statutory requirements.</p></li><li><p>Review legal documents, identify potential legal risks, and recommend appropriate solutions.</p></li><li><p>Communicate legal risks effectively to management and stakeholders, providing practical risk mitigation strategies.</p></li><li><p>Handle visa renewals and new visa processing through the DMCC portal.</p></li><li><p>Apply UAE company law to protect the organization from legal and regulatory exposure.</p></li><li><p>Monitor changes in UAE laws, regulations, and government policies across relevant jurisdictions.</p></li><li><p>Research and analyze legal, tax, financial, and labor law updates, providing timely recommendations to management.</p></li><li><p>Liaise with government authorities, regulatory bodies, and external legal counsel when required.</p></li><li><p>Maintain accurate legal records, contracts, and compliance documentation.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li><p>A Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) is mandatory.</p></li><li><p>Minimum 2 years of legal experience, preferably in an in-house legal role within the UAE.</p></li><li><p>Strong knowledge of UAE Labor Law, Corporate Law, and Company Law.</p></li><li><p>Excellent legal research, analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.</p></li><li><p>Strong written and verbal communication skills.</p></li><li><p>Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.</p></li><li><p>Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.</p></li><li><p>Fluency in English is required; Arabic is an advantage.</p></li></ul>
<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles & Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><ul><li><p>Translate legal documents, agreements, correspondence, and official documents between Arabic and English with accuracy and proper legal terminology.</p></li><li><p>Prepare, review, format, and maintain legal documents and correspondence.</p></li><li><p>Assist with legal research, document preparation, and contract administration.</p></li><li><p>Manage and organize confidential legal files, records, and documentation.</p></li><li><p>Coordinate with external lawyers, government authorities, and professional advisors.</p></li><li><p>Support day-to-day legal administrative requirements and ensure timely handling of legal matters.</p></li></ul></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><ul><li><p>Bachelor’s degree in Law, Legal Studies, or equivalent qualification.</p></li><li><p>Fluent in Arabic and English (written and spoken) — mandatory.</p></li><li><p>Strong Arabic legal translation and drafting skills.</p></li><li><p>2–5 years of experience as a Legal Secretary, Paralegal, Legal Assistant, or similar role.</p></li><li><p>Good understanding of legal terminology, contracts, and official documentation.</p></li><li><p>Strong attention to detail, organization skills, and ability to handle confidential information.</p></li></ul><p></p></section>
????️ We’re Hiring: Public Affairs Specialist | Government Relations Officer???? Employment Type: Full-Time???? Level: Mid-Level to Senior We are seeking a strategic and highly professional Public Affairs Specialist | Government Relations Officer to manage relationships with government agencies, public institutions, industry associations, and other external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will support government relations, public policy engagement, regulatory monitoring, stakeholder communication, and corporate reputation initiatives while helping the organization navigate the external regulatory and public-policy environment.???? Key Responsibilities• Develop and maintain effective relationships with government agencies, regulators, public institutions, industry associations, and key external stakeholders.• Monitor government policies, regulatory developments, legislative changes, and public-sector initiatives relevant to the organization.• Analyze potential business impacts arising from new regulations, government policies, and public-sector decisions.• Prepare briefings, policy summaries, stakeholder updates, and reports for senior management.• Represent the organization in meetings, consultations, forums, industry events, and government engagement activities.• Coordinate communication and engagement with relevant government departments and regulatory authorities.• Build and maintain a structured government and stakeholder engagement plan.• Support the development of public affairs and government relations strategies aligned with organizational objectives.• Identify emerging policy, regulatory, political, economic, and social issues that may affect business operations.• Conduct research on public policy, regulatory frameworks, industry developments, and government priorities.• Prepare responses, consultation submissions, position papers, briefing notes, and official correspondence where required.• Coordinate government-related inquiries, requests, consultations, meetings, and follow-up actions.• Work closely with Legal, Compliance, Corporate Communications, Public Relations, Risk, and business teams on regulatory and public affairs matters.• Support the organization's participation in government consultations and industry working groups.• Monitor parliamentary, regulatory, government, and industry announcements relevant to the organization.• Maintain accurate records of government contacts, meetings, policy developments, commitments, and engagement activities.• Develop stakeholder maps and assess the interests, influence, and priorities of key external parties.• Identify opportunities to strengthen the organization's relationships and reputation within relevant government and industry communities.• Support corporate social responsibility, community engagement, and public-sector partnership initiatives.• Coordinate government visits, official meetings, delegations, briefings, and stakeholder events.• Prepare talking points, presentation materials, background documents, and executive briefing packs.• Ensure external communications involving government or regulatory matters are accurate, consistent, and appropriately approved.• Monitor media, public discussions, and industry developments relating to government policies and the organization's operating environment.• Support crisis and issue-management activities involving regulatory, government, or public-policy matters.• Provide timely intelligence and recommendations to senior management on government and policy developments.• Evaluate stakeholder engagement outcomes and recommend improvements to government-relations strategies.• Ensure all government engagement activities are conducted professionally and in accordance with organizational policies, legal requirements, and ethical standards.✅ Requirements• Bachelor’s degree in Public Affairs, Political Science, Government, International Relations, Communications, Business Administration, Law, or a related field.• Previous experience in government relations, public affairs, regulatory affairs, corporate affairs, public policy, or stakeholder engagement.• Strong understanding of government structures, regulatory processes, public policy, and institutional relationships.• Experience communicating with government agencies, regulators, public institutions, or industry associations.• Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex policy and regulatory information.• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.• Ability to prepare professional briefing papers, policy summaries, reports, presentations, and official correspondence.• Strong stakeholder-management and relationship-building capabilities.• Ability to communicate effectively with senior executives and external stakeholders.• Strong understanding of corporate reputation and public-sector engagement principles.• Excellent negotiation, diplomacy, and interpersonal skills.• Ability to handle sensitive government and business information with discretion.• Strong political and regulatory awareness with excellent judgment.• Ability to identify potential risks and opportunities arising from policy and regulatory developments.• Strong project-management and organizational skills.• Ability to manage multiple stakeholder engagements, meetings, projects, and deadlines.• Experience working with Legal, Compliance, Communications, Risk, or Corporate Affairs teams is an advantage.• Familiarity with regulatory databases, government publications, public-policy research tools, or stakeholder-management platforms is beneficial.• Strong presentation and public-speaking abilities.• High level of professionalism, integrity, confidentiality, and ethical judgment.• Professional certifications or postgraduate qualifications in public policy, government relations, communications, or a related discipline are an advantage.???? What We Offer• Competitive salary and comprehensive employee benefits.• Opportunity to work directly with government, regulatory, and industry stakeholders.• Exposure to public policy, regulatory strategy, and corporate affairs.• Professional development in government relations and public affairs.• Opportunities to participate in high-level stakeholder meetings and industry forums.• Exposure to strategic business and regulatory decision-making.• Support for relevant professional development and certifications.• Opportunities to contribute to policy research, government consultations, and external engagement initiatives.• Collaborative environment with Legal, Compliance, Communications, Risk, and senior leadership teams.• Recognition for effective stakeholder management and strategic public affairs initiatives.• Career progression toward Senior Government Relations Officer, Public Affairs Manager, Government Affairs Manager, Corporate Affairs Director, or Head of Government Relations roles.
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