Offer summary

Qualifications:

Law degree from an accredited institution; advanced degree or bar qualification in a Gulf country is a plus., Minimum of 8 years of legal experience, with at least 5 years working in the Gulf region (UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar)., In-depth knowledge of laws and regulations in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Riyadh, and Doha., Excellent command of English; proficiency in Arabic is highly desirable..

Key responsibilities:

Provide comprehensive legal support across the group of companies.

Manage legal affairs for Site Technology Group from the Cairo office.

Navigate cultural nuances in business and legal contexts across different Gulf countries.

Utilize digital tools for legal research, document management, and remote collaboration.

Job description

Job main scope:

The Legal Officer will be required to provide comprehensive legal support across our group of companies. The candidate will work out of Cairo office, managing legal affairs of Site Technology Group. This role requires extensive knowledge of Gulf region laws and regulations, as well as previous work experience in the GCC countries. The position is based in Cairo, serving branches Site Technology portfolio companies in KSA, UAE, Egypt, and Qatar.

Minimum required educational level: Low degree from an accredited institution.

Minimum required experience: 4-8 years of experience in a legal department

Pre-requisite skills & training:

Law degree from an accredited institution; advanced degree or bar qualification in a Gulf country is a plus
Minimum of 8 years of legal experience, with at least 5 years working in the Gulf region (UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar)
In-depth knowledge of laws and regulations in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Riyadh, and Doha
Excellent command of English; proficiency in Arabic is highly desirable
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently in a remote setting.

Key Competencies:

Legal Expertise: Comprehensive understanding of Gulf region legal systems and practices
Cultural Sensitivity: Ability to navigate cultural nuances in business and legal contexts across different Gulf countries
Remote Work Proficiency: Demonstrated capability to manage legal affairs effectively in a remote setting
Adaptability: Flexibility to handle diverse legal issues across multiple jurisdictions
Technological Aptitude: Proficiency in using digital tools for legal research, document management, and remote collaboration
Strategic Thinking: Ability to align legal strategies with business objectives across different markets

Additional Requirements:

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multicultural, remote environment.
Experience in technology or IT services industry is preferred.
Willingness to work flexible hours to accommodate different time zones.
Strong digital literacy and familiarity with remote collaboration tools.
Ability to travel to KSA, UAE and/or Qatar when required.

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