Legal Counsel advising on labor law issues as part of Atos Group's strategic HR team. Engage in individual and collective labor law matters, fostering compliant HR practices.
About the role
- Legal Counsel supporting the licensing journey at a FinTech company based in Dubai. Collaborating on regulatory compliance and documentation for business operations.
Responsibilities
- Support the entire licensing application cycle, working closely with internal and external stakeholders to prepare documentation and manage responses until successful acquisition of licenses
- Review and collate all required documentation for licensing applications, filings, and renewals of operating licenses, permits, NOCs, and registrations with UAE regulators
- Track and research changes in UAE and wider GCC regulations affecting Fintech (Fiat & Digital Assets) and ensure that licensing applications and internal policies reflect these updates
- Support audits across business units, identify regulatory risks, and prepare reports regarding the company’s current license status
- Assist in drafting company-wide policies and support training initiatives to ensure employees understand their specific regulatory obligations
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of all permits, licenses, and filings in a centralized database
- Conduct regulatory research and support the various departments in identifying regulatory issues and requirements early in the stages of product development to support market entry, product launches, and business expansion
- Support the CLO on specialized legal projects and tasks as required
Requirements
- Accredited legal qualifications (JD or LLB) from a recognized university are mandatory
- 2–5 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in-house or in a firm focusing on regulatory matters, including licensing for fintech, digital assets, and/or other financial services products
- Ability to understand technical fintech issues and translate them into actionable regulatory documentation
- UAE experience is a must
- Additional GCC experience (e.g., Bahrain, KSA) is a distinct advantage
- Bilingual legal drafting skills (English and Arabic) are mandatory
- Demonstrated ability to draft complex legal and non-legal documents with high attention to detail
- Deep understanding of the UAE legal framework with a focus on regulated industries (banking, fintech, and digital assets)
- Active bar membership is preferred
Benefits
- Highly Competitive Compensation
- Full coverage of UAE employment visa and residency permit costs
- Dedicated support desk to assist with your move, including inbound flight coverage (if applicable)
- 25 working days of Annual Leave + UAE Public Holidays
- Comprehensive Medical Insurance for yourself
- Eligibility for performance-based bonuses and incentives
- End of Service Gratuity as per UAE Labour Law
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