Our client is looking for a Legal Affairs Manager to be based in Dubai, UAE.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Contract review and validations – Customers, Vendors, Distributors, etc.
Corporate governance – maintaining all the secretariat duties for our companies.
Bank Legal support – e.g., corporate guarantees
Legal document maintenance – Licenses (e.g., Industrial Licenses)
Project work – e.g., Arab League qualification for exemption on import duties with the trading area
Legal entities restructuring
Develop and implement an effective legal compliance program.
Draft, modify and implement company policies, Supplier Contracts, Sales Agreements and
Distribution agreements.
Evaluate business activities (e.g., investments) to assess compliance risk.
Revise procedures, reports etc. periodically to identify hidden risks or non-conformity issues.
Assess the business’s future ventures to identify possible Legal compliance risks.
Keep abreast of regulatory developments within or outside of the company as well as evolving best practices in compliance control.
Prepare reports for senior management. Proactively audit legal documents, processes, and to identify loopholes and suggest improvements.
Collaborate with external auditors and support HR when needed.
Set plans to manage a crisis or compliance violation.
Educate and train employees on regulations and industry practices, when required.
Address employee concerns or questions on legal compliance.

Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelor's degree in Law from a recognized university.
Qualified lawyer
Methodical and diligent with outstanding planning abilities
An analytical mind able to “see” the complexities of procedures and regulations.
Excellent communication skills in English and Arabic will be highly desirable
Integrity and Professional Ethics
Proven experience as Legal compliance manager
In-depth knowledge of the industry’s standards and regulations
Excellent knowledge of reporting procedures and record keeping.
A business acumen partnered with a dedication to legality.
3-5 years’ experience in Corporate Company

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