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Merz TherapeuticsLegal Counsel, Data Privacy
Legal Counsel responsible for data privacy initiatives within an international Legal Team. Supporting projects and advising departments on compliance for a family - run healthcare company.
About the role
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts and agreements, including client agreements, partnership agreements, and vendor contracts.
- Manage and protect the company's intellectual property, trademarks, and patents.
- Ensure that the company's data handling and privacy practices comply with relevant data protection laws.
- Help understand local requirements as the company expands presence across multiple MENA countries. Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, particularly in the fintech and wealth management sectors.
- Establish and maintain corporate governance practices that promote transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct across the organization.
- Establish and oversee an ethics program and a whistle-blowing mechanism for employees to report concerns.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and regulatory risks, while providing guidance to the executive team on risk mitigation strategies.
- Develop and execute a comprehensive legal strategy aligned with the business objectives, considering the regulatory framework in Abu Dhabi and internationally.
Requirements
- Law degree from a recognized institution.
- 6-7 years of post-qualification experience, including significant experience in corporate and commercial law.
- 4+ years of experience working in the GCC Region
- Strong understanding of IP, data and technology-related legal issues.
- Experience in fintech, wealth management, or related sectors is highly desirable.
- Proven track record of successfully building or leading a legal function.
- In-depth knowledge of UAE and international laws and regulations related to fintech and corporate governance
- Exceptional negotiation, contract drafting, and legal research skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Fluent in English; Arabic language skills would be a plus.
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