Senior Legal Counsel

3 weeks ago


Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Robert Half Full time
  • Provide legal advice and support to the business units while keeping in mind strategic and business objectives
  • Provide counsel and guides the compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulation
  • Prepare dissemination and implementation of the legal policies, including policies regarding management of vendors' risk and trademarks
  • Review external/internal complaints and advises the business/HR on the preparation of written responses to customers
  • Provide insights into material legal (including new legislations) or regulatory developments that may have an impact on the business and their implications
  • Stay current on emerging trends in the law and regulations through continuing legal education, reading, professional conferences, and participating in professional associations
  • Develop continuous process improvements related to regulatory filings, anticipates legal issues and develops programs to mitigate risk and address potential liabilities
  • Manage litigation filed against the company and deal with external counsel, court experts, courts, and the police to resolve matters
  • Report relevant litigation matters to management and provide updates to the relevant stakeholders

The Candidate

  • Bachelor's degree in Law or related field
  • Common law qualified lawyer
  • Fluent written and spoken English and Arabic is essential An internationally recognised law firm, recognised bank, financial institution
  • 9 - 12 years of relevant experience in Legal / Compliance / Litigation


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