JPC - 3923 - Head of Legal Location: Abu Dhabi Position Type: Direct PermanentExperience: 12-15 years Language Proficiency: BilingualJob Summary :The role holder will be responsible for overseeing and managing the legal affairs of the Company\xe2\x80\x99s, regulatory and governance matters in line with the organization\xe2\x80\x99s overall corporate strategy. Ensuring compliance with laws and regulations and providing strategic legal advice to senior management
Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in Law (LLB)The role holder will be responsible for overseeing and managing the legal affairs of the Company\xe2\x80\x99s, regulatory and governance matters in line with the organization\xe2\x80\x99s overall corporate strategy. Ensuring compliance with laws and regulations and providing strategic legal advice to senior management
Master\xe2\x80\x99s degree in Law is preferred, and or experience in Board of Directors Secretariat will be an added advantage.
Preferred Certified \xe2\x80\x9cLegal Professional\xe2\x80\x9d (CLP) is preferred.
Proficient in both Arabic & English.
12- 15 years of experience in commercial/ legislative Law in a publicly listed company or financial institution, international organization, or established governmental authority, whether local or federal.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to assimilate and distil complex issues accurately to enable swift and effective decision making.
Working experience in the UAE, with familiarity on the UAE market and regulations.
Experience in presenting ideas clearly and persuasively to executive stakeholders.
Ability to influence and negotiate at all levels of the organization.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and contribute valuable insights.
Job Responsibilities:Identify and manage legal risks, and develop and deploy effective legal risk management strategies and controls.
Lead the provision of legal advice to management and staff in all areas of the
activities and in providing solutions to legal problems, constraints, risks, options, consequences and approaches, preparing legal opinions and legal advices.
Develop and implement legal strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure