PURPOSE OF THE ROLE Join Addleshaw Goddard's new team based in Riyadh as part of the firm's client led expansion into KSA and be part the team delivering premium work across corporate law. Develop you
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As a qualified Corporate Associate, you will join our cross-border MENA Corporate Practice, with a strong focus on Saudi Arabia and UAE, and you can expect to be involved in the following;
Addleshaw Goddard is a place where you are valued, encouraged, and challenged to fulfil your potential in a supportive and collegiate environment. Our culture of improvement, growth and collaboration delivers results, drives innovation, and rewards ambition.
We not only provide technical excellence and experience but, crucially, demonstrate real insight into our clients and what really matters to them and as such we are natural choice for FTSE100 clients and their equivalents in other markets.
Our success has been built by people from the widest range of backgrounds, locations, and perspectives. We have a number of employee networks that provide space to discuss the differences that make us who we are and celebrate this at AG.
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Everything we've accomplished can be traced back to our people and the way we work. Our reputation is something we are proud of, and constantly invest in.
Here, you'll do high calibre work, with high-character colleagues who care for one another and our clients.
Are you up for the challenge?
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Dubai
Brief
We are seeking to recruit an Associate to join our Finance and Restructuring team in Dubai.
Our Dubai Team
Our fast-growing, well-regarded and award-winning Finance & Restructuring team advises banks, market-leading corporates and sponsors with their financing portfolios as well as on major transactions. It is well known for handling complex muti-bank cross border transactions, both on a secured and unsecured basis and often incorporating green loan or sustainability-linked principals. The team covers the following disciplines using both conventional and Islamic structures: bilateral and syndicated lending; acquisition and leveraged finance; real estate finance; project finance; asset-based lending, receivables finance and trade finance and structured finance.
Our team is an established player in Islamic finance and has advised some of the largest Islamic financial institutions in the region. The team is expert in a wide range of Islamic products and familiar with the impact of the latest regulatory developments promulgated by AAOIFI and others. The team’s experience of Shari’ah compliant financing ranges from general banking, project finance, restructuring and hedging.
The team also has extensive experience working with the full spectrum of stakeholders (including insolvency practitioners, shareholders, directors and financial creditors) on all aspects of consensual and contentious financial restructuring in relation to both out-of-court arrangements and court-led proceedings. In this context the team also has an in-depth understanding of the UAE’s various insolvency regimes. We have also worked closely with the insolvency practitioners active in the region, including Alvarez & Marshal, who were the appointed administrators on the administration and related restructuring of NMC Healthcare. The team also has experience acting on the cross-border enforcement of security and other credit support arrangements.
Team leader Matthew Escritt is recognised and ranked by all major legal directories, and the team is ranked for UAE Banking and Finance in Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners.
“He is exceptionally good and can be briefed on all matters relating to banking and finance, including on appropriate dispute resolution processes.” Chambers & Partners
“Commercially focused and efficient approach.” Legal 500
Several of our deals have won awards and recognition over the past few years, evidencing the team’s growing reputation. These include:
Key Clients Include
Work Highlights
The Candidate Required
The successful candidate will:
The role is wide-ranging, will focus on and include:
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At Pinsent Masons we value diversity and inclusion. We are committed to creating a better workplace where all our talent can succeed and feel like they belong. We want to attract, retain and develop people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability/ long term condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristics protected by local law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
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CONSTRUCTION DISPUTE RESOLUTION LAWYER
Brief
We are currently looking to recruit a talented construction and commercial disputes lawyer with at least 5 PQE to join our Construction Advisory and Disputes team operating from our office in Dubai. This would be a Senior Associate role.
The role will involve working as part of a team most likely engaged on substantial litigation and international arbitration disputes. The successful candidate would ideally be from a specialist construction disputes background, although candidates from a commercial litigation background may also be considered.
The candidate should be technically excellent but, equally important, commercially aware and enthusiastic about business development. They will be a team player with a strong client focused approach and excellent communication and organisational skills.
To be right for us, you will have court litigation experience which includes appearing before court-appointed experts. . You will have experience of drafting and with the ability to support English language arbitration cases with civil law advice.
Background to the Construction, Advisory and Disputes Team
Consistently ranked number 1 globally for construction, energy and infrastructure ranked among the top 100 arbitration practices worldwide by Global Arbitration Review with a first class team of over 170 lawyers. Pinsent Masons LLP is recognised both nationally and internationally as the leading adviser to the construction and engineering industries and for infrastructure and energy projects. We have an unrivalled reputation in acting for contractors, project companies, developers, public bodies, funders and insurers. We act for over half of the UK's top 50 contractors, a large number of the top contractors worldwide and an impressive range of private and public sector clients.
Our deep understanding and close alignment to the construction sector enables us to offer an "entire project life cycle" service to our clients. Our legal services span national and international procurement techniques and strategies and all forms of dispute resolution.
Key Requirements:
Awards
Pinsent Masons has achieved more tier 1 rankings in The Legal 500 UK guide than any other firm, won the "Law Firm of the Year Award 2019 – Legal Business" for the second time and is recognised among the most innovative law firms in Europe by the Financial Times. Pinsent Masons was also named Law Firm of the Year 2018 by The Lawyer, and is ranked No 4 on the UK Stonewall Workplace Equality Index 2020 and named as one of Stonewall’s Top Global Employers 2020.
Should you require further details, please contact our advisor who can discuss the role and requirements. Please note that all applications must be submitted via our website.
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At Pinsent Masons we value diversity and inclusion. We are committed to creating a better workplace where all our talent can succeed and feel like they belong. We want to attract, retain and develop people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability/ long term condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristics protected by local law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
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Role Purpose
To provide efficient and effective administrative services to fee earners Assigned ( Partners, Senior Associates and equivalents).
Main Responsibilities
About The Team
Function
Our Operations function supports and manages the day-to-day operations of the Firm, providing expert and in-market support regarding office management, office services and facilities, real estate management, risk management, and secretarial and administrative services.
This role will report to the Office Manager.
The key relationships of this role are with the Fee earners and business professionals within assigned practice area, finance, AML/NBI, DCS, GAS, Secretarial Services Function.
About The Candidate
Technical skills, qualifications and experience
Personal qualities
These personal qualities represent the shared characteristics of high performers across Baker McKenzie, regardless of job level and location.
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Personal Impact
Humanity
Why Join Us?
Baker McKenzie is a truly global law firm. Founded in 1949, we advise many of the world's most dynamic and successful business organisations through our 13,200 people in 74 offices in 45 countries. Yet big does not mean impersonal. We work hard to ensure that everyone knows their role and has the support they need to perform it to the highest standard. Our culture encourages this - how we work, think and behave in a collaborative and fulfilling way.
In the Gulf region Baker McKenzie has been active for more than three decades and our practice now boasts over 100 lawyers based in our seven offices in the Middle East - Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Cairo, Doha, Dubai, Jeddah, and Riyadh. As a pioneering firm, we were most notably the first to enter both the Saudi and Egyptian markets.
The firm has built established and substantial presence in the Middle East & Africa region, with all offices working in close collaboration to service clients' needs on a range of matters, including banking and finance, project finance, Islamic finance, corporate/M&A and dispute resolution. We work closely with key local players — including governmental and regulatory entities, financial institutions, family-owned conglomerates and corporates across all industry sectors — as well with global investors and corporations establishing and consolidating their presence in the region.
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Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity
Baker McKenzie helps clients overcome the challenges of competing in the global economy. We solve complex legal problems across borders and practice areas. Our unique culture, developed over 65 years, enables our people to understand local markets and navigate multiple jurisdictions, working together as trusted colleagues and friends to instill confidence in our clients. This is an exciting time to join us as we invest in and further develop our Professional & Business Services organisation, providing rewarding and challenging career opportunities in all of our world-class business functions.
Baker McKenzie has a culture of diversity and inclusion in its DNA - since our beginning, the differences of our people have helped us to work fluently across borders, cultures and practices. This is intrinsic to everything we do and underpins Baker McKenzie's vision to be the global law firm of choice. We understand that organisations work best when people with different backgrounds and points of view are brought together. We also know people perform at their best when they can be themselves at work. Baker McKenzie is committed to serving our clients with innovative solutions brought about by a diverse talent pool and an inclusive community.
About the role:
We have a great opportunity to join our Dubai office as a Practice Coordinator & Personal Assistant (PA) to Managing Partner and Chief Operating Officer (COO) Middle East, on a 12-month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave.
As a Practice Coordinator and PA, you will be required to support the Managing Partner and Chief Operating officer together with managing the UAE PAs, Receptionist and Driver.
The main duties of this role include the following:
About you:
We are looking for someone who has a wealth of experience in a Senior Personal Assistant role or Practice Coordinator/Operations Management role.
Your key skills and experience will follow as:
Equal Opportunities:
Gowling WLG is committed both to promoting equality and diversity in the firm and to Equal Opportunities in employment.
At Gowling WLG we seek to attract and retain talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures, to create an exciting and rewarding place to work. Our aim is to fulfil everyone's potential and together to achieve personal and business goals.
If you have any queries in relation to this position or would like to see a full job description, please contact Meg Astley at
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We have a fantastic opportunity for a Paralegal to work within our Construction and Disputes team in Dubai.
PARALEGAL – DUBAI
Role Overview
The purpose of the role is to assist lawyers and client teams in their provision of legal advice and meeting the business needs of the client. The Paralegal will be responsible for drafting and preparing documents, the management of documents and management of the client reporting systems. The role will support lawyers within our Construction and Disputes team which sits within our Risk Advisory Services practice group.
Candidate Overview
The ideal candidate will be meticulously organised, an outstanding communicator and excellent at managing and prioritising multiple responsibilities. This role will work closely with the legal teams and will need to build strong working relationships at all levels of the business. A desire to learn and develop as well as a can-do attitude are essential for this role.
In addition to this, the successful candidate will have the following qualifications and experience:
What can we offer you?
At Pinsent Masons we value diversity and inclusion. We are committed to creating a better workplace where all our talent can succeed and feel like they belong. We want to attract, retain and develop people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability/ long term condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristics protected by local law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
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Across over 80 countries, Dentons helps you grow, protect, operate, and finance your organization by providing uniquely global and deeply local legal solutions. Polycentric, purpose-driven and committed to inclusion, diversity, equity, and sustainability, we focus on what matters most to you. www.dentons.com.
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Diversity & Inclusion
Essential to our success as a global law firm is our ability to attract and retain the best talent from a diverse range of backgrounds. We want a work environment where everyone can reach their potential and we have an inclusive culture which respects individual differences.
We undertake and support a number of internal and external initiatives aimed at increasing diversity within the profession and we encourage all our partners and staff to get involved. We welcome you to learn more about diversity and inclusion at Dentons. https://www.dentons.com/en/about-dentons/inclusion-and-diversity
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Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and support those in the workplace who have a disability. During the application process, any applicant has the opportunity to tell us about any adjustments they may require during the application process. Any disability disclosure will be dealt with confidentially and sensitively and if you want to speak directly to a member of our team, please email
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As a mid-level to senior associate, you will be working on large scale energy and infrastructure practice across sectors (conventional and renewable energy, decarbonisation, social and transport infrastructure) for government clients and for private developers from our new office in Riyadh. A focus area for the office and the team are government procurements for these projects where you will be working with lawyers in our broader team as well as external financial and technical consultants on complex projects that span over many months and years.
In this role, you will also have the opportunity to engage with both trade and industry associations such as; Dii, MENA Hydrogen Association, IPFA etc. and develop your international skillset as part of a growing team.
Join Addleshaw Goddards new team based in Riyadh as part of the firms client led expansion into KSA and be part the team delivering premium work across infrastructure, projects and energy law. The lead partner for the GCC is based in the Riyadh office where you will be working and will be having the opportunity to work closely with the partner and an international team of associates based in Riyadh and other office locations.
The Infrastructure, Projects and Energy (IPE) team advises funds, financial institutions, energy and utility companies, developers and public institutions on innovative, complex projects, which are frequently in the headlines. We work often for Government entities undertaking complex PPP and infra project procurements over a long period of time (from project structuring to financial close) which give you a great opportunity to learn and build your skills in all areas of projects and project finance. with plenty of opportunities to grow and develop professionally.
Addleshaw Goddard is a leading international law firm which has established itself as a pre-eminent law firm in the region over the past 10 years.
AG Riyadh is our 4th office in the MENA Region, and 17th overall. The practice offers expertise in corporate, banking and finance and infrastructure assignments and has broad sector expertise in energy, oil and gas, renewables, infrastructure, transport, technology, hospitality, manufacturing and consumer goods which aligns closely with KSA Vision 2030.
You will be part of a full office of Partners, Associates, Trainees and Support staff, with a culture which celebrates and encourages teamwork, collaboration, imagination, and impact. Your line-managing partner is based in Riyadh with you.
The Middle East team currently works on large-scale energy and infrastructure projects across Africa and the Middle East. Main clients are governments and developers, and the team focuses on project structuring, development and financing and acts as transaction advisor for governments in their project procurement.
The team work closely with other external advisors (financial and technical) and often with wider AG colleagues in both Construction and Finance (based in The Middle East and Internationally) to better support projects through the entire life cycle of development, financing and project implementation.
Addleshaw Goddard is a place where you are valued, encouraged, and challenged to fulfil your potential in a supportive and collegiate environment. Our culture of improvement, growth and collaboration delivers results, drives innovation, and rewards ambition.
We not only provide technical excellence and experience but, crucially, demonstrate real insight into our clients and what really matters to them and as such we are natural choice for FTSE100 clients and their equivalents in other markets.
Our success has been built by people from the widest range of backgrounds, locations, and perspectives. We have a number of employee networks that provide space to discuss the differences that make us who we are and celebrate this at AG.
Everything weve accomplished can be traced back to our people and the way we work. Our reputation is something we are proud of, and constantly invest in.
Here, youll do high calibre work, with high-character colleagues who care for one another and our clients.
Are you up for the challenge?
Briony Hannah
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A well reputed construction company based in Abu Dhabi is looking for UAE nationals for the following positions: - Legal Advisor - PRO/Administration The candidate must have 1 to 2 years of experience in the relevant field. Job requirement: - Bachelor of Law from a recognized University - UAE nationals based in Abu Dhabi/AL Ain are required gcc.hr2018@gmil.com Job Type: Full-time Ability to commute/relocate: Abu Dhabi: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Education: Diploma (Preferred) License/Certification: UAE NATIONALS (Preferred)
KEY RESULTS / ACCOUNTABILITIES / PERFORMANCE MEASURES Overseeing the legal and secretarial functions within the organization. This role involves providing legal advice, managing corporate secretarial matters, and ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. Providing legal advice to the Company to ensure Companys interests are protected and to give legal support to the subsidiaries and departments within the Company. Assisting in the discharging of legal advisory function to the management and other departments - opinion and advice on issues with regards to non-contentious and contentious legal matters. Liaising with local lawyers and ensuring compliance with local and international laws. Serving as a key individual contributor. JOB SUMMARY (Major functions of the position) Legal Advisory: Act as the primary point of contact for all legal matters, providing expert advice and guidance to senior management. Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including trading contracts, banking/finance documents, employment agreements, commercial contracts, and any other legal documents in both English and Arabic. Provide expert legal advice and opinions on the rights and obligations of the company, addressing operational and corporate legal issues arising from various business activities. Advise on complex legal matters related to trading, finance, employment, and commercial transactions. Manage commercial and labor claims and disputes, coordinating with external legal counsels for effective resolution. Oversee and assist in dispute resolution processes, including arbitration and litigation. Oversee corporate secretarial matters, including regulatory filings, statutory record maintenance, and compliance with corporate governance standards. Assist in legal aspects of mergers & acquisitions, joint venture, and investment projects, ensuring legal due diligence and compliance with regulatory requirements. Stay updated on legal developments, disseminate, and analyze new laws and regulations, and advise on their potential impact on the business. Ensure overall legal and compliance policies align with statutory requirements in relevant jurisdictions. Advise on compliance matters, including anti-corruption, anti-money laundering, and trade sanctions. Liaise with local lawyers to obtain expert opinions and coordinate legal representation as needed. Collaborate with Corporate HQ to draft legal and compliance-related policies, ensuring internal processes align with legal requirements. Corporate Secretarial: Manage and oversee all corporate secretarial functions, including maintaining statutory records, registers, and filings with regulatory authorities. Ensure compliance with the Companies Act and other relevant legislation. Prepare and organize board meetings, draft board resolutions, and maintain board records. Assist in the preparation and filing of annual returns and other statutory documents. At least 3 years secretarial working experience in a public listed company or in management firm with experience in handling public listed company. To organize, coordinate and attend meetings of Management Committee, Board of Directors, Board Committees, Shareholders, Annual General Meeting and Extraordinary General Meetings. To assist the team in protecting / safe guard the company interest against any potential liability and reduce or mitigate exposure level at the acceptable level against economic losses to the company. To standardize legal documents on the need to be basis. To structure contract or agreement for key transaction POSITION SPECIFICATIONS (Minimum requirement to competently perform the job, NOT the specifications of the person currently holding the position) Qualification Bachelors degree in law from a reputable institution. Master's degree or additional certifications are a plus. Admitted to practice law in the UAE with a valid license
KEY RESULTS / ACCOUNTABILITIES / PERFORMANCE MEASURES (helps to define purpose of job) Will be responsible for overseeing all legal matters within the organization and providing expert legal advice to senior management. The Group Legal Head will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. Providing legal advice to the Company to ensure Companys interests are protected and to give legal support to the subsidiaries and departments within the Company including that of projects carried out by the Company in and outside UAE. Assisting in the discharging of legal advisory function to the management and other departments - opinion and advice on issues with regards to non-contentious and contentious legal matters. Liaising with local lawyers and ensuring compliance with local and international laws. Serving as a key individual contributor. JOB SUMMARY (Major functions of the position) Act as the primary point of contact for all legal matters, providing expert advice and guidance to senior management. Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including trading contracts, banking/finance documents, employment agreements, commercial contracts, and any other legal documents in both English and Arabic. Provide expert legal advice and opinions on the rights and obligations of the company, addressing operational and corporate legal issues arising from various business activities. Advise on complex legal matters related to trading, finance, employment, and commercial transactions. Manage commercial and labor claims and disputes, coordinating with external legal counsels for effective resolution. Oversee and assist in dispute resolution processes, including arbitration and litigation. Oversee corporate secretarial matters, including regulatory filings, statutory record maintenance, and compliance with corporate governance standards. Assist in legal aspects of mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures, and investment projects, ensuring legal due diligence and compliance with regulatory requirements. Stay updated on legal developments, disseminate, and analyze new laws and regulations, and advise on their potential impact on the business. Ensure overall legal and compliance policies align with statutory requirements in relevant jurisdictions. Advise on compliance matters, including anti-corruption, anti-money laundering, and trade sanctions. Liaise with local lawyers to obtain expert opinions and coordinate legal representation as needed. Collaborate with Corporate HQ to draft legal and compliance-related policies, ensuring internal processes align with legal requirements. POSITION SPECIFICATIONS Qualification Bachelors degree in law from a reputable institution. Master's degree or additional certifications are a plus. COMPETENCIES Special skills required Strong leadership and team management skills. Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Announcement Number: Dubai-2023-018 Hiring Agency: Consulate General Dubai Position Title: Consular Associate (Open to USEFMs only) Open Period: 10/16/2023 - 10/21/2023 Format MM/DD/YYYY Vacancy Time Zone: GMT+4 Series/Grade: FP - 0105 6 Salary: USD $45,290 - USD $66,510 /Per Year Work Schedule: Full-time - 40hrs/week Promotion Potential: FP-6 Duty Location(s): 1 Vacancy in Dubai, AE Telework Eligible: No For More Info: HR Section 000-000-0000 HRatPost@state.gov Overview Hiring Path: Open to the public Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency: For USEFM - Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C. U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) - All Agencies For USEFM - Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C. Security Clearance Required: Secret/Confidential Clearance Appointment Type Temporary Appointment Type Details: Definite not to Exceed 5 years Marketing Statement: We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply. Summary: The work schedule for this position is: Full Time (40 hours per week) Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (8 weeks) of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end. The candidate should be able to work as soon as the position becomes vacant. Supervisory Position: No Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No Travel Required: Not Required Duties Under the direct supervision of the Consular Chief/Deputy Consular Chief/Consular Officer, the Consular Associate is assigned a wide range of responsibilities in the American Citizen Services (ACS) Unit, Nonimmigrant Visa (NIV) Unit, Immigrant Visa Unit, and Fraud Prevention Unit (FPU). The jobholder provides consular services to U.S. citizens, conducts non-adjudicatory visa processing, and assists in investigation and validation studies. Incumbent also handles correspondence with the public, attorneys, U.S. and host governments, Congress, and other parties. Must be able to secure and maintain a Secret level security clearance. Qualifications and Evaluations Requirements: Note: All applicants must currently hold or be able to acquire a UAE residency visa to fill the position. For non-UAE nationals, the Mission assists in obtaining the required residency visa to lawfully work in the UAE. Refer to Eligibility Question #2 and Vacancy Question #1: If a non-UAE national has a valid UAE residency visa, they should answer Yes to Eligibility Q#2 and Vacancy Q#1 and attach a copy of residency visa. EXPERIENCE: Three years of office administrative experience is required with at least one year of consular experience. Education Requirements: Completion of High School is required. Evaluations: LANGUAGE: Level IV (Fluent) Speaking/Reading/Writing in English. This may be tested EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The U.S. Mission is committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce. We foster a culture of inclusion where people feel welcome, heard, and confident in their contributions. We strive to provide growth opportunities for everyone, and we empower all employees to be authentically themselves in the workplace. Qualifications: All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications. Benefits and Other Info Benefits: Agency Benefits: Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Dubai, United Arab Emirates may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits. For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office. The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office. Other Information: HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference. HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER: AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran* AEFM / USEFM FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights ** IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), Letter from Veterans Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability dated within the past six months, equivalent documentation, or certification. A certification is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active-duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given. ** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau. For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link. How to Apply How to Apply: All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a State Secret security clearance. To apply for this position click the Submit Application button. For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site. https://ae.usembassy.gov/jobs/ Required Documents: To qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested degree and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to provide requested information, or the information is insufficient to verify eligibility, may result in disqualification for this position. Eligible Family Member Applicants: Copy of Sponsor's Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent) Passport copy DD-214 - Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable) SF-50 (if applicable) Proof of education (high or secondary school diploma or a university degree) Next Steps: Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email. For further information - the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office. Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Dentons is the world's largest law firm, delivering quality and value to clients around the globe. Dentons is a leader on the Acritas Global Elite Brand Index, a BTI Client Service 30 Award winner and recognized by prominent business and legal publications for its innovations in client service, including founding Nextlaw Labs and the Nextlaw Global Referral Network. Dentons' polycentric approach and world-class talent challenge the status quo to advance client interests in the communities in which we live and work. www.dentons.com. While it is not a requirement that you inform you current manager of any internal applications, we would recommend that you do so. Department: Banking & Finance Duration: Permanent Location: Abu Dhabi Reports to: Partner Type of Role: Office-Based/Hybrid Reference no: 5623 The Team Dentons' Banking and Finance team is at the forefront of the financial industry, operating globally to provide innovative finance solutions. With a deep understanding of both finance providers and users, our integrated global team of lawyers and professionals is dedicated to structuring and documenting transactions that fuel economic growth in virtually every industry. Our extensive sector-specific experience ensures that we speak our clients' language and understand local markets. Dentons is often called upon by emerging jurisdictions to assist in the development of banking and finance legislative frameworks. Role We are seeking an experienced Banking and finance Senior Associate to join our dynamic and expanding transactional Banking team. This role presents an exciting and challenging opportunity for a driven banking lawyer who aspires to advance their career within a global firm. In this position, you will engage in a wide spectrum of transactions, including projects, asset finance, general banking, Islamic finance, leveraged finance, real estate finance, and global syndicated lending. You will collaborate directly with leading Banks and Financial Institutions worldwide, working closely with experts across Denton international offices. Our firm provides comprehensive legal training, supported by a team of Professional Support Lawyers (PSLs), and offers a structured personal and career development program. Experience, Skills & Knowledge Banking & Finance Expertise: Proven experience in general banking & finance, structured finance, project finance, asset finance, Islamic finance, and projects. Saudi Arabian Law Knowledge: Good understanding of Saudi Arabian law and practice is essential. Transaction Management: Ability to manage transactions effectively and assist in the supervision of junior lawyers and trainees. Market Insight: Familiarity with Saudi Arabian law and market practices. Team Collaboration: Strong team player with a sense of adventure and a drive to enhance their local and regional market presence. Regional Knowledge: Demonstrated experience, exposure, and knowledge of the region. Firm Profile Across over 80 countries, Dentons helps you grow, protect, operate and finance your organization by providing uniquely global and deeply local legal solutions. Polycentric, purpose-driven and committed to inclusion, diversity, equity and sustainability, we focus on what matters most to you. www.dentons.com Diversity & Inclusion Essential to our success as a global law firm is our ability to attract and retain the best talent from a diverse range of backgrounds. We want a work environment where everyone can reach their potential and we have an inclusive culture which respects individual differences. We undertake and support a number of internal and external initiatives aimed at increasing diversity within the profession and we encourage all our partners and staff to get involved. We welcome you to learn more about diversity and inclusion at Dentons. Equal Opportunities Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and support those in the workplace who have a disability. Any disability disclosure will be dealt with confidentially and sensitively and if you want to speak directly to a member of our team, please email recruitment.matters@dentons.com. NO AGENCIES PLEASE If you are interested in applying for this position, we welcome direct applications via our careers page, but if you have any questions beforehand please email recruitment.matters@dentons.com Enquiries only please, applications will not be accepted via email. Please note that we will not accept unsolicited CV's sent to the business, nor will we accept any associated terms of business.
As a Data Protection Expert (DPE) you will be supporting Cigna s International Health global business, with an active role in all data protection related matters. As a DPE you will ensure that Cigna International Health (International Health) processes the personal data of its customers, employees, and providers in compliance with the applicable data protection rules. You will advise International Health business on data protection issues collaborating with compliance, legal and security experts. Ensure appropriate data protection policies and guidelines are defined, implemented and kept updated throughout the organization. Monitor and report on potential data protection issues and opportunities for improvement within International Health; contribute to the design and implementation of structural, procedural and policy improvements. Create content for privacy training and awareness courses for relevant employees. Act as a subject matter expert to advise the business on data protection issues, including completing Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA) and Transfer Impact Assessments (TIA). Support the implementation and maintenance of the register of processing activities as controller and processor. Test and monitor compliance with applicable data privacy regulations, including GDPR, UK, DIFC, Asian and African DP specific regulations. Support the legal team on drafting and negotiating internal and external data privacy agreements including Standard Contractual Clauses. Support Cigna Information Protection in the event of data breaches and data protection events/incidents. Identify data protection-related security measures to be implemented and follow up on data protection-related security measures and actions. Contribute to the annual data protection report. Create metrics regarding privacy and data protection as requested by the Chief Privacy Officer. Develop privacy and data protection legal expertise in relevant strategic markets. Engage with the Supervisory Authority(ies) when necessary. Requirements : US or non-US law degree Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in data protection in an international company, ideally in the insurance health sector in Europe, Asia and or Middle East. Experience working on cross border matters. Proven experience in financial and health industry. Knowledge of best practices in privacy compliance as practiced by large US or European multinational companies. Working knowledge of current data protection legislation in Europe, Asia and the Middle East. Data Protection Certifications are a plus (e.g. CIPP or similar) Fluent in English, with capability in a second language preferred but not required. Team player
Job Title: Lawyer Company Name: AutoX car rental Location: Dubai,Uae Job Type: Full-Time Are you a dedicated and skilled lawyer looking for an exciting opportunity to further your legal career? AutoX preloved cars is seeking a talented lawyer to join our team. As a lawyer at our firm, you will play a key role in providing high-quality legal services to our company. Job Description: LLB from india with 5 years experience - drafting of all contracts and documents of car rental company and others - filing court case for bounce cheques - filing cases for car loss/ - following up with insurance companies for car damage - RTA follow up for fines and black points - visit all official departments of uae for sorting out the issues - Law degree must - salary- 4k-5K Benefits: Competitive salary with performance-based incentives. Opportunities for professional development. A supportive and dynamic work environment within the automotive sector in Dubai. medical insurance visa sharing accommodation if required 25 days paid holidays to visit home country once a year How to Apply: If you're a dedicated lawyer with a passion for the automotive industry and are ready to contribute to the success of AutoX preloved cars in the vibrant city of Dubai, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications to the below email address. Email: manager.autox@gmail.comphone no- +971 521408069/45582805 Job Type: Full-time Salary: AED4,000.00 - AED5,000.00 per month Close Preview Job Type: Full-time Salary: AED4,000.00 - AED5,000.00 per month Language: Hindi (Preferred) Ability to Relocate: Dubai: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Position Summary: Schedule meetings, typing & follow up the execution of the tasks. Key Responsibilities: Following up Head of legal Department Appointments. Responding to Legal Department related Calls, Emails & correspondences. Follow up all legal Department in & out transactions until its completion, preparing periodic reports about legal department problems to solve it through legal department manager, and coordinating between legal Dept. & other departments. Print Memos & correspondences required by Legal Department Head, in addition to arranging meeting & appointments & and coordinating between all parties, taking notes & any other tasks assigned to her. Work secrets should not be disclosed.
Position Summary Legal Researcher will provide attorneys, legal professionals and or organizations with accurate up to date information and support legal cases, decisions and or policy development. Key Responsibilities Follow up current judicial cases with court. Open police cases & complaints & file companies cases. Open execution files. Follow up with court & other government authorities. Follow up payments, monthly invoices, cheques of clients with accounts department. Sending legal notices & warnings to debtors & collecting debts. Processing files of debtors to proceed with legal action against them, open judicial cases, complaints, police cases and follow up with court for current cases when required for the purpose of debt collections. All the above are subject to the instructions of the Head of Department. Disclosure of work secrets. Deliberate mistakes. Deliberate negligence. Waiver of the Company's rights without prior approval from Management.
A full-service legal firm based in Bideford, is seeking an experienced Family Litigation Lawyer to join the team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a hardworking team of legal professionals. The successful Family Litigation Lawyer will be responsible for providing legal advice and representation to family law clients. We are seeking an experienced candidate with a minimum of 5 years+ PQE. Candidates must have a strong understanding of family litigation rules, regulations and court proceedings. The successful candidate must be confident in handling all areas of Family Litigation law and will have the ability to handle high-pressure situations along with a track record of delivering positive outcomes for clients. The successful Family Litigation Lawyer should have a strong attention to detail and be comfortable dealing with complex legal matters. Good communication and interpersonal skills are essential for the successful lawyer in order to provide clients with comprehensive advice at all times. The successful candidate must have: A practising certificate regulated in England and Wales. A minimum of 5 years or more of PQE in Family Litigation. Comprehensive knowledge of Family Litigation and the court process. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Solid organisational and problem-solving skills A considerable track record in delivering high-quality client outcomes. To apply, please submit your CV outlining the relevant experience and skills for the role. Please ensure you provide examples that demonstrate your ability to handle all aspects of Family Litigation. We are looking for candidates who are passionate about their work and committed to achieving positive outcomes for our family law clients. The successful candidate will join a team of committed professionals. This is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive work environment. If successful, you can expect competitive remuneration and support from the Management team. If you are interested in applying for this position, please contact us today. We are looking forward to hearing from you please email lynette.chandler@sanyou.co.uk for more information.
JOB DESCRIPTION EXECUTIVE SECRETARY
Position Title: Executive Secretary
Scope of Responsibilities: Provide secretarial assistance and coordinate with office support requirements in answering enquiries, organizing travel arrangements, meetings, drafting business correspondences and other ad-hoc administration duties. May also exercise considerable judgment and discretion at routine tasks.
Primary Duties:
Read and analyze incoming memos, submissions, and reports in order to determine their significance and plan their distribution.
Open, sort, and distribute incoming correspondence, including faxes and email.
File and retrieve corporate documents, records, and reports.
Greet visitors and determine whether they should be given access to specific individuals.
Prepare responses to correspondence containing routine inquiries.
Perform general office duties such as ordering supplies, maintaining records management systems, and performing basic bookkeeping work.
Prepare agendas and make arrangements for committee, board, and other meetings. Compile, transcribe, and distribute minutes of meetings.
Prepare invoices, reports, memos, letters, financial statements and other documents, using word processing, spreadsheet, database, and/or presentation software.
Review operating practices and procedures in order to determine whether improvements can be made in areas such as workflow, reporting procedures, or expenditures.
Make travel arrangements for executives.
Perform related duties as and when directed by the direct supervisor.
e-Notary replies to clients, particularly in English.
Job/Cost Impact: Ensure proper correspondence layout, arrangement and grammatical composition, prioritise tasks in order of importance as well as maintain discretion in the management and release of confidential information.
Decision Making Authority: Decisions limited to all routine secretarial activities.
Supervisory Responsibility: None
Work Contacts: Frequent internal contacts across all departments reporting in to the direct supervisor. External - All incoming calls and visitors.
Competencies/Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Multi-lingual preferred, particularly proficiency in English and Arabic.
Physical Effort and Work Environment: Duties performed in Main Office mostly in air-conditioned surroundings. Approx. 70% of time spent on the computer.
Minimum Job Requirement: Bachelor Degree with 5 years experience in a secretarial capacity and competent in administration of various functions related to office organization and communication practices.
- Legal background in contracting
- Preparing exhibits, charts and diagrams to display legal information
- Organizing and tracking files for important transactions or case documents, including pleadings and voluminous discovery documents; creating and maintaining a case-management database
- Ability to perform legal research
- Draft legal documents including construction contracts
- Read case law and prepare case briefs
- File court documents electronically
- Prepare responses to complaints and discovery requests
- Organize case files and maintain documents
- Minimum 4 years experience required
- Attractive salary for the right candidate
We are looking for a self motivated Legal assistant, Dubai base, to ensure smooth running of the office and effective case management. You will provide a broad spectrum of legal services under the supervision of an attorney.
We are looking for a responsible Personal Assistant to provide personalized secretarial and administrative support in a well-organized and timely manner. You will work on a one-to-one basis on a variety of tasks related to manager?s working life and communication.
Nationality should be Filipino, Indian, or Pakistani
We are looking for a competent Office Assistant to help with the organization and running of the daily administrative operations of the company.
The ideal candidate will be a hard-working professional able to undertake a variety of office support tasks and work diligently under pressure. This person will be comfortable working with a high degree of attention to detail and discretion as well as incorporating new and effective ways to achieve better results.
Nationality should be Filipino, Indian, or Pakistani
Identifies prospective clients who wish to Immigrate / Study abroad
- Provides information, guidance and support to clients for immigration / education
- Registers and retains prospective clients for the organization
- Provide sustained support to clients until the commencement of case processing
We are looking for a Freelance Senior Legal Consultant for our office in Dubai with UAE experience and knowledge with UAE laws.
With UAE experience in Labor law, litigation, Arbitration, preparation of Statement /Memo, Defense, Corporate law, Real Estate law etc.
* Set up internal systems to manage the booking process of over 3000 Lawyers per year
* Manage the booking process from online/telephone booking, payment, information distribution through to attendance and training feedback
* Manage the company budget to ensure cost savings are made wherever possible
* Liaise with our IT department to ensure the effective management of the online booking system
* Provide updates to the booking system where necessary
* Provide all relevant information to each participant, handle problems/complaints and manage the rebooking process for cancellations
* Manage all payments for all trainings booked
* Book Trainers
* Daily consolidation of all funds taken, bookings made, trainers booked
* Answer all incoming enquiries
* Daily Management of the training schedule
* Create reports for both internal use and for distribution with the Dubai Government.
* Liaise with Creative Words training partners
* Create reports for the finance department
* Attend meetings along with the commercial director
* Attend training sessions, where necessary and work within the training suite
* Upsell other Creative Word services where appropriate
* Liaise with the Creative Word Relationship Management team with non-training related inquiries.
* Finance administration responsibilities
* Follow up of tasks as set by the Operations Manager
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT:
* Set up internal systems to manage the booking process of over 3000 Lawyers per year
* Manage the booking process from online/telephone booking, payment, information distribution through to attendance and training feedback
* Manage the company budget to ensure cost savings are made wherever possible
* Liaise with our IT department to ensure the effective management of the online booking system
* Provide updates to the booking system where necessary
* Provide all relevant information to each participant, handle problems/complaints and manage the re-booking process for cancellations
* Manage all payments for all training booked
* Book Trainers
* Daily consolidation of all funds taken, bookings made, trainers booked
* Answer all incoming inquiries
* Daily Management of the training schedule
* Create reports for both internal use and for distribution with the Dubai Government.
* Liaise with Creative Words training partners
* Create reports for the finance department
* Attend meetings along with the commercial director
* Attend training sessions, where necessary and work within the training suite
* Up-sell other Creative Word services where appropriate
* Liaise with the Creative Word Relationship Management team with non-training related inquiries.
* Finance administration responsibilities
* Follow up of tasks as set by the Operations Manager
Urgent job opening for The Assistant Manager (Commercial) in Dubai (UAE)
Company Real estate
Experience- Minimum 10 years
Designation- Assistant Manager (commercial) (Agreement draft)
Salary- Maximum 28000 Dirham PA + Benefits
Location Dubai (UAE) (Current skills and knowledge of Fidic Red book (87-99)
employment wants.