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Legal Manager

Full time at Zand in UAE
Posted on January 28, 2025

Job details

Are you a dynamic legal professional with experience in the UAE’s banking sector and a passion for Fintech? If so, we have an exciting opportunity to join our team as an In-House Legal Manager. Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide legal advice on banking, financial services, and Fintech matters, ensuring compliance with UAE laws and regulations.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and MOUs with various stakeholders.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance with UAE Central Bank and other governing bodies.
  • Support the business in corporate governance practices, including board resolutions and corporate filings.
  • Handle dispute resolution, including litigation management with external counsel.
  • Identify and manage legal risks associated with business operations, particularly in innovative financial products.
Qualifications, Skills & Abilities:
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent. Master’s degree in Law (LLM) is a plus.
  • Experience: 4+ years of post-qualification legal experience in the UAE, within a banking/financial institution or Fintech environment.
  • Knowledge: Familiarity with UAE banking regulations, Fintech laws, data protection and relevant compliance frameworks.
  • Skills: Strong contract drafting and negotiation abilities. Handles all contractual matters, focusing on vendor agreements, fintech partnerships, and technology service contracts.
  • Excellent understanding of corporate governance principles.
  • Analytical mindset with a solution-oriented approach.
  • Ability to work independently, and as a team while supporting cross-functional teams.
  • Fluency in English (Arabic proficiency is a strong advantage).
Ready to Join Us? If you meet the above criteria and are eager to contribute to an innovative and dynamic organization, we want to hear from you! Apply now and take the next step in your legal career.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Banking #J-18808-Ljbffr

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