Our client is one of the leading business groups in the Middle East, with business activities encompassing retail, shopping malls, mixed-use property development, leisure, entertainment, hospitality and financial services. We have a progressive team that is dedicated to the continued success of our business and the provision of a lively and supportive environment for individuals who are keen to enhance their future opportunities.

Due to continued growth within their Legal team, we are seeking a motivated and experienced mid-level corporate lawyer to provide specified legal support to the achievement of their daily business requirements. Ideally with retail experience, the successful candidate will have a good knowledge of the financial and economic laws in the countries in which our client operates (currently 10).

Key responsibilities will include:

1. providing legal support to the General Manager - and other team members
2. regularly updating the GM with regard to the status of the legal issues being handled on weekly/daily basis, and delivering a comprehensive weekly Control Sheet.
3. liaising as required with external lawyers and assisting in the preparation of the required documentation of cases
4. updating the monthly litigation report.
5. adapting standard templates to draw low risk contracts for review by senior lawyers.

Requirements:
Position Requirements

1. Knowledge of Civil Law.
2. Ability to motivate and use to the best advantage external legal support.
3. Able to work within our clients senior management team whilst remaining a part of the Group legal function.
4. Five years PQE with a legal department of a recognized company or in Legal Practice. Experience in retailing, supplies contracts and development would be an advantage.
5. Able to respond to changing priorities and meet deadlines.
6. Effective interpersonal and influencing skills.
7. Excellent English and Arabic communication skills both written and oral. French would be a distinct advantage.
6. An able negotiator.
Other Benefits

Generous housing, utilities, car/petrol allowances, medical and dental
Other Allowances

Welcome Allowance to assist with the financial costs of changing employment.

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