[ref. u87469001] General Counsel / Head of Legal : Investment Firm
Abu Dhabi
Provide strategic legal advice to senior executives and the board on compliance, risk, and business direction.
- Oversee all legal functions, including corporate governance, commercial agreements, employment law, regulatory compliance, litigation, mergers and acquisitions, and intellectual property.
- Ensure the organisation adheres to all applicable laws and sector-specific regulations.
- Draft, review, and negotiate key legal agreements and documentation.
- Manage disputes, litigation, and regulatory matters in coordination with external legal advisers.
- Serve as Company Secretary, supporting board activities such as meeting preparation, minute-taking, and formal resolutions.
- Lead risk management initiatives and implement policies to mitigate legal exposure.
- Supervise the in-house legal team and maintain strong relationships with external law firms.
- Provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders on legal and regulatory matters relevant to the business.
- Stay up to date with legal developments affecting the organisation's operations and industry.
- 12+ years of professional Legal experience, with at least 2-3 years in a senior/executive leadership role
- Comfortable operating as the stand-alone legal, with ability to manage and utilise external counsel, where appropriate
- Familiarity with capital markets
- Ability to manage DIFC / ADGM transaction litigation
- Available to join within 1-2 months from date of offer acceptance
- Must be based in Abu Dhabi now or willing to relocate to Abu Dhabi for the role
- Strong knowledge of contractual law (major vertical is real estate but also financial services and oil & gas are useful)
- Arabic language skills (written and verbal) strongly preferred
- Sector / industry experience and knowledge within M&A / PE / Finance, Real Estate / Construction or Shipping & Logistics
- Strong preference for someone with understanding of the legal mechanics for setting up investment funds
- Strong preference for someone with experience at a reputable law firm
- Strong preference for someone with experience within Private Equity
It is recognised for its commitment to innovation, growth, and contributing to the region's economic development.
- Attractive, tax-free salary.
- Annual performance related bonus
- Opportunity to work in a critical leadership position for a dynamic and growing investment firm.
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