Tax amp Legal Services

3 weeks ago

Dubai, United Arab Emirates Precision Hire Solution Full time

Line of Service

Tax

Industry/Sector

TMT XSector

Specialism

Technology Strategy

Management Level

Director

Job Description & Summary

PwC Legal Middle East has been operating for over 10 years through its hub in the Dubai International Financial Centre. We have a team of 60 lawyers and legal professionals based in and working across the region. We cover the region through our sizable and fastgrowing team of legal professionals.

We are currently witnessing an unprecedented growth in companies and government entities who are working with PwC on the design and implementation of their plans. At PwC we regularly work with the financial and digital assets regulators in the region. We also practice in emerging financial services areas including digital currencies.
To be able to better respond to the needs of our clients we are considering bringing on board experienced senior lawyers to lead the development and growth of PwC Legals FinTech practice in the Middle East.
The successful candidate will work closely with our local regional and global lines of service and corporate advisory teams which operate across the UK Europe Middle East and Asia.

Role Overview:

The successful candidate(s) will be responsible for providing expert legal advice and guidance to clients on regulated financial services activities virtual assets emerging technology covering a wide range of regulatory compliance data protection and technology related matters. The ideal candidate(s) should have a strong background in financial services and virtual asset activities regulatory licensing applications regulatory compliance data privacy and other related issues. Experience in dealing with crossborder regulatory bodies within the UAE KSA and wider MENA region. Familiarity with emerging technologies in financial services will be highly valued.

The candidate(s) should also possess strong business development skills a proven track record of managing client relationships and the ability to navigate the complex regulatory landscape in the region.

Industry / Sector: Financial Services Technology Data Protection Data Privacy

Preferred Knowledge / Skills:

Demonstrate extensive abilities and / or a proven record of success to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution in:

  • Leading and managing financial services and virtual asset regulatory licensing applications with UAE and Middle East regulators;

  • Providing expert legal advice on financial services virtual asset and data privacy laws and regulations within the UAE and Middle East;

  • Developing and maintaining strong relationships with regulatory bodies and key stakeholders in the financial services and technology sector;

  • Actinging as a liaison between clients and regulators to facilitate smooth and effective communication and compliance processes;

  • Providing legal advice guidance and support to clients on FinTech matters including digital assets cryptocurrency data privacy and other relevant areas.

  • Conducting thorough legal research and analysis to stay updated on emerging trends regulations and best practices in the FinTech financial services and TMT sector.

  • Drafting reviewing and negotiating a variety of contracts agreements and legal documents related to regulated financial services data privacy technology media and telecommunications.

  • Assist clients in navigating complex regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements in relation to FinTech financial services and TMT matters.

  • Advising clients on intellectual property rights licensing and enforcement in the digital era.

Requirements:

  • Bachelors and/or Masters degree in Law

  • Qualified lawyer registered/enrolled in the home jurisdiction preferably from USA UK Australia Canada New Zealand and South Africa.

  • 7 year(s) of postqualification experience (PQE) as a lawyer specializing in Fintech and/or Technology with experience in the Middle East and a focus on the UAE/KSA.

  • Strong expertise in advising on digital assets cryptocurrency data privacy and related areas.

  • Indepth knowledge of relevant laws regulations and industry standards pertaining to Fintech and Technology matters particularly in the GCC/MENA Region

  • Excellent analytical research and problemsolving skills.

  • Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities with the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly and concisely.

  • Proven track record of successfully managing multiple client engagements and delivering highquality legal services.

  • Strong business acumen and the ability to understand and align legal strategies with clients commercial objectives.

  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and build effective relationships with clients and colleagues.

  • Adherence to the highest ethical stanBuild and lead a highly agile legal team

The role reports to the Head of Legal within the Tax and Legal Line of Service in PwC Middle East.

Whilst the role is based in Dubai/Riyadh the successful candidate will be expected to travel regionally and internationally.

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