Regional Legal Counsel - MENA

Job description

The role serves as Regional Legal Counsel for the MENA region within the leadership team. Provides practical, solution‑oriented legal advice and support to businesses and stakeholders. Contributes to strategic decision‑making and collaborates with Legal, Compliance and global Centers of Excellence. Supports compliance programs together with the MENA Compliance Officer and participates in the MENA Compliance Committee. Acts as lead legal advisor for major regional projects and strategic initiatives such as business transformation and data privacy programs. Manages external counsel and related budgets across the region. Advises on mergers, acquisitions, integrations and other strategic transactions. Drafts, reviews, negotiates and advises on a broad range of commercial agreements, tenders, distribution arrangements and other contracts. Provides guidance on distributor and third‑party relationships including appointments, performance management, terminations and settlements. Advises on employment, regulatory, compliance and corporate governance matters in line with applicable laws, regulations and company policies. Monitors legal and regulatory developments across the region, assesses business impact and communicates recommendations. Supports dispute resolution and litigation matters, including managing external counsel when required. Develops legal awareness across the organization through training, process improvement initiatives and participation in global legal team projects.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Law
• Qualified lawyer admitted to practice law and licensed in a recognized jurisdiction
• Minimum of 10 years post‑qualification legal experience within the MENA region
• Strong knowledge of applicable local laws and regulations
• Experience in a multinational organization or leading law firm
• Professional fluency in both English and Arabic, written and spoken

Skills