Senior Legal Advisor

6 days ago


Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Michael page Full time
Job Description

Job Title: Senior Legal Advisor - Investment Management

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Legal Advisor to join our Investment Management team. As a Senior Legal Advisor, you will play a critical role in providing legal advice and guidance to our investment fund on a wide range of matters, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, financing, and corporate governance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Legal Advisory Services: Provide comprehensive legal advice to the investment fund on a wide range of matters, including:
    • Mergers and acquisitions
    • Joint ventures
    • Financing
    • Corporate governance
  • Deal Execution: Oversee the structuring and execution of various investment transactions, ensuring all legal requirements are met and conducting due diligence on potential investment opportunities.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks in Abu Dhabi and other jurisdictions where the fund operates. Stay current with legal and regulatory changes that may impact the fund's operations.
  • Commercial Contracts: Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, contracts, and other legal documents to safeguard the fund's interests while minimizing legal risks.
  • Litigation Management: Collaborate with external legal counsel when necessary, to manage and resolve legal disputes or litigation, and represent the fund's interests effectively.
  • Legal Research: Conduct legal research and analysis on emerging issues affecting the fund's investments and provide proactive legal guidance.
  • Stakeholder Communication: Engage with internal teams and external parties to communicate legal requirements, risk assessments, and compliance procedures.

Requirements:

  • Common Law Qualified Lawyer: A strong academic background and a common law qualification are essential for this role.
  • Legislative Experience: 5-8 years of legislative experience with a reputable UK or US law firm, preferably with experience in corporate and commercial law.
  • Deal Execution and Structuring: Proficiency in deal execution and structuring, mergers and acquisitions, and joint ventures is required.
  • Regulatory Environment: Familiarity with the regulatory environment in the UAE, particularly in Abu Dhabi, and international jurisdictions is essential.
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills are required to work effectively with internal teams and external parties.
  • Legal Research and Analytical Abilities: Strong legal research and analytical abilities are necessary to conduct legal research and analysis on emerging issues affecting the fund's investments.
  • Cultural Competence: Ability to work in a multicultural and diverse team environment is essential.
  • Language Skills: Arabic speaking is strongly preferred.

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