Legal Counsel providing guidance on corporate and commercial matters in the MENA region. Advising on legal compliance, risk management, and data protection laws.
Responsibilities
Advise on a variety of legal topics and manage complex matters with multiple stakeholders.
Lead the legal aspects of corporate structuring, including the incorporation of new entities and joint ventures in key markets.
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide array of commercial agreements.
Provide legal oversight on distributor relations, including renewals, non-renewals, and terminations.
Manage legal workstreams for strategic projects and office relocations.
Ensure company-wide compliance with evolving privacy and data protection laws.
Advise on data transfer requirements and assist in amending regional agreements.
Provide legal guidance in the event of a data breach.
Requirements
Law degree (J.D., LL.B., or equivalent) from an accredited institution and an active license to practice law.
A minimum of [e.g., 2-4] years of relevant legal experience, either at a top-tier law firm or as in-house counsel for a multinational corporation.
Proven experience in corporate and commercial law within the MENA region, with a strong preference for candidates with direct experience in the GCC.
Excellent knowledge and understanding of corporate law, data privacy regulations, and commercial procedures.
Outstanding negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to analyze complex situations, provide sound judgment, and manage multiple projects with competing deadlines.
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