Director – Legal Department (UAE National)

Executive Solutions

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Ref: HP031-1470

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

The position is responsible for providing leadership in the area of legal advisory through appropriate direction to the members of senior management and other employees to ensure organization complies with the government regulations and to shield the organization from legal risks and liabilities, thus protecting the interests of the organisation under all circumstances from a longer-term strategic perspective.

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Leads and provides direction to guideall organizational activities ensuring they are conducted lawfully and in compliance with all relevant rules and regulations.
• Collaborates and advises senior management across multiple locations and provides analysis and solutions on all legal matters with the highest level of legal protection and intelligence.
• Reviews strategic plans from a legal perspective and provides appropriate direction and guidance.
• Advises on all agreements associated with the organisation. Leads and examines the terms of all contracts and agreements; including but not limiting to, vendors, sales, procurement, HR, government, etc.to ensure their compliance with relevant rules and regulations.
• Guides the college/department on various agreements and contracts that the organization enters into.
• Providesexpert legal guidance fordrafting and reviewing of standard documentation as well as negotiation and approval of contract terms ensuring they are in the best interest of the organization.
• Conducts legal research on relevant legislations, policies and laws in the relevantarea to keep updated with current regulations and advises accordingly in the most appropriate and effective manner adopting the overall legal best practicefor the organisation and from a strategic and long-term perspective.
• Leads the representation of the organisation in court, as and when required. Briefs and liaises with the external lawyers for litigation cases.
• Builds and manages relationships with external Law firms in order to pursue legal cases for and against the organization to protect organizational interest.
• Leads the department and acts as the leadfor all external parties with respect to legal matters of the organization.

Requirements

Minimum of 15 years of legal experience with more than 5 years in an leadership and advisory capacity with a relevant bachelor’s degree from an accredited institute or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
Master’s degree in Law is preferred.
Bi-lingual Arabic and English is a must.
Experience of the UAE government sector and its legal requirements.
Experience and knowledge of the legal governance framework of the UAE.
Experience in legal aspects of contracts and agreements.

About the Company

Executive Solutions is a different breed of talent consultancy. Driven by a unique philosophy, we think differently and act differently from the pack. Were here to do one thing: to improve our clients businesses by finding, focusing and delivering the most talented people.

We dont just do traditional contingency recruitment. Discovering talent is much more than just matching a CV to a vacancy - its about understanding companys corporate culture and ensuring a comprehensive match. We believe that in order to find the right candidate we must understand the motivations and ambitions of senior management, which is reflected in our personal approach when partnering with a client.

Executive Solutions is your trusted talent solutions partner head quartered in Dubai, specialising in direct talent, tailored talent and HR talent solutions, along with Nationalisation initiatives throughout the Middle East. Driven by a unique philosophy, we incorporate innovative and comprehensive talent management solutions each tailored to suit what our clients need.

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Legal Advisor salaries in Qatar

Average monthly compensation
QAR 8,500

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