Legal Counsel

Legal Counsel (French Speaking)

Dubai

Our client is a leading multinational technology company. They are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Legal Counsel to join their in-house legal team and ensure contractual, compliance, and data privacy obligations are effectively managed.

Role Overview:

As the Legal Counsel, you will play a critical role in overseeing and managing contracts with customers, subcontractors, and third-party suppliers. You will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with global regulations, including GDPR and other data privacy laws. This is a dynamic role that requires a proactive legal professional with strong experience in commercial contract negotiation, regulatory compliance, and risk management in the technology sector.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with customers, subcontractors, and third-party technology suppliers to protect the company’s legal and commercial interests.
2. Ensure compliance with GDPR and other relevant data privacy regulations in multiple jurisdictions.
3. Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Procurement, Services, and Project Management, to align legal policies with business objectives.
4. Manage disputes, claims, and litigation in coordination with external legal counsel as needed.

Requirements:

1. Qualified lawyer (LLB or LLM) with experience in commercial law, preferably in the technology industry.
2. Member of a BAR ESSENTIAL.
3. Strong expertise in contract law, negotiation, and risk assessment.
4. Experience with contracts for the sale and implementation of technology.
5. Experience in GDPR compliance and data privacy regulations.
6. Ability to communicate complex legal matters clearly to non-legal stakeholders.
7. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, international environment.
8. Fluency in English and French is ESSENTIAL.

Qualified candidates should apply to register their interest.