Corporate Registration Manager

Job description / Role

Company Overview

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions: automotive, financial services, real estate, retail, and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia, and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration, and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.

Overview of the role

The Corporate Registration Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of corporate registration, licensing, and compliance within the Sultanate of Oman. They ensure that all legal activities align with local laws and regulations and act as the primary liaison with government and regulatory bodies. Success in this role requires a minimum of ten years of experience in the legal environment and a deep understanding of Omani laws and regulations. The role demands strong organizational skills and attention to detail, managing complex legal tasks while supporting other departments in regulatory compliance.

What you will do

Legal and regulatory support
Provide comprehensive legal and administrative support for all matters within the Sultanate of Oman.
Ensure that all legal advice, documentation, and compliance activities align with Omani laws and regulations.
Monitor and communicate legal and regulatory developments affecting the company's operations.

Commercial registration and licensing
Oversee and manage all Commercial Registration (CR) processes.
Handle licensing procedures, renewals, amendments, promotions, and cancellations across all relevant authorities.
Ensure all CRs, licenses, and related records are up to date and properly documented.
Monitor, advise on, and implement changes in regulations affecting licensing, CR, or operational compliance.

Government and regulatory liaison
Act as the company's primary focal point with government and regulatory authorities, including the Ministry of Commerce, Consumer Protection, and municipalities.
Maintain professional relationships and represent the company during meetings, inspections, and interactions with regulators and licensing bodies.
Manage all municipality-related affairs.

Consumer protection and compliance oversight
Lead and report on Consumer Protection compliance activities.
Ensure adherence to local laws, regulations, and internal policies.
Track all regulatory filings, renewals, and deadlines in coordination with relevant departments.

Legal research and documentation
Conduct legal research on Omani laws, regulations, and case law as required.
Draft and review contracts, memoranda, resolutions, and other legal documents to ensure compliance with Omani requirements.
Maintain accurate and organized legal files, correspondence, and databases.

Stakeholder and internal support
Support internal departments (Legal, Operations, HR, etc.) with regulatory requirements and document submissions.
Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure timely responses to legal and regulatory inquiries.
Assist with meeting preparation, take minutes, and follow up on action points.

Dispute and litigation support
Support the legal team in managing litigation, arbitration, and regulatory investigations in Oman.
Liaise with external counsel and assist in preparing case materials and reports.
Provide support to legal cases as advised by the Manager.

Reporting and record management
Prepare and maintain legal and regulatory status reports covering all ongoing cases, projects, CRs, licenses, and developments in Oman.
Ensure all official correspondences and documentation are properly filed and accessible.

Required skills to be successful

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both Arabic and English.
• Excellent research and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Understanding of Omani laws and regulations.

What qualifies you for the role

• Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent from a recognized university.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a legal environment with relevant experience in corporate registration and compliance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both Arabic and English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), with excellent research and analytical skills.

Candidate information

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About the Company

Established in the 1930's, the Al-Futtaim Group initially operated as a trading enterprise. Rapid development throughout the 1940's and 50's saw it establish itself regionally as an integrated commercial, industrial and services organisation, positioning itself one of the leading business houses in the lower Gulf region. Today, it operates collectively over 40 companies bearing the Al-Futtaim name, dominates many market segments in the UAE, and has expanded its sphere of operation to include Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Egypt.

The Group comprises a diverse range of strategically positioned operating subsidiaries and associate companies, structured to give the Al-Futtaim Group the flexibility and versatility to keep ahead of local competition while keeping pace with the ever-evolving global business scenario. The Groups continued investment in world-class systems technology is clear evidence of its commitment to maintain leading edge performance and service delivery.

The success of the Al-Futtaim Group can be attributed to a business approach that combines the ability to change with the traditional values of integrity, service and social responsibility that define its core business philosophy. This, linked with the Groups belief in decentralisation, gives the heads of the operating companies a high degree of functional autonomy and authority, providing the Group with essential flexibility, and individual employees a clearly defined work culture and sense of responsibility.