Legal Manager

Job description / Role

* The Legal Manager will provide comprehensive legal advice and support on a variety of banking and finance matters, including corporate, trade, and treasury transactions.
* The role involves working closely with internal teams and external counsel while managing complex legal documentation and disputes.

Client Details

The organization is a prominent financial institution in the UAE, specializing in banking services with a strong presence in regional and international markets. They are committed to providing innovative banking solutions while maintaining a high standard of legal compliance and risk management.

Description

* Draft, review, and negotiate complex legal documents for various financial transactions, including loans, project finance, and Islamic finance.
* Provide legal support for corporate, trade finance, and treasury products, and assist in rolling out new products.
* Manage litigation and dispute resolution, including mediation and negotiations, to protect the organization's interests.
* Advise on legal risk, regulatory compliance, and assist in due diligence processes for new products.
* Collaborate with internal teams to develop and standardize legal agreements in line with best practices.
* Stay updated on changes in laws and regulations and provide guidance on their impact on the business.

Job Offer

* Competitive salary and benefits package in a leading financial institution.
* Exposure to high-profile, complex legal matters in both regional and international markets.
* Opportunities for career growth and professional development in a dynamic, fast-paced legal environment.
* Collaborative working environment with opportunities to engage with senior leadership and business teams.

* At least 5 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in banking and finance law, ideally with experience in both in-house and law firm environments.
* Strong background in corporate finance, trade finance, and treasury products, with specific knowledge of UAE and DIFC legal procedures.
* Ability to manage complex legal matters autonomously, while collaborating with senior stakeholders for more challenging issues.
* Ideally bilingual in Arabic and English, with familiarity in common law jurisdictions.
* Prior experience in mediation and litigation is essential.

About the Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:

Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal

The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.