Description:
We Are Hiring: Group Head of Legal at MOBH Holding Group (Dubai)
MOBH Holding Group is seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Group Head of Legal to join our team in Dubai. This is a full-time, on-site role that will be pivotal in ensuring the legal compliance, risk management, and strategic legal direction of the company.
As a seasoned legal professional, you will lead the legal department, offer strategic legal counsel, manage high-stakes negotiations, and address day-to-day legal matters, all while safeguarding the company’s interests. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership skills and a proven track record in navigating complex legal challenges in a fast-paced business environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the legal department, providing direction and mentorship to team members.
- Develop and implement comprehensive legal strategies that align with business objectives.
- Oversee contract negotiations and ensure adherence to legal standards and regulations.
- Advise senior management on legal risks and implications of business decisions.
- Monitor and assess legislative changes, updating company policies and procedures as needed.
- Build and manage relationships with external legal counsel and other service providers.
- Conduct legal research and provide insights on relevant issues impacting the business.
- Ensure full compliance with local, regional, and international legal regulations.
- Represent the company in legal proceedings and negotiations.
Preferred Candidate Profile:
- Bachelors or Master’s degree in Law, Business Law, or a related field.
- 15+ years of legal experience, with at least 10 years in a similar role within the – UAE and Middle East markets, preferably with a Family Group of Companies or Holding Group.
- Proven experience in a senior legal role within a corporate environment.
- Deep understanding of corporate governance, compliance, and risk management.
- Exceptional negotiation, communication, and leadership skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-pressure environment.
- A proactive approach to identifying and mitigating legal risks.
- Fluency in Arabic and English (written and verbal) is a must.
Core Skills:
- Extensive knowledge of corporate law, compliance regulations, and risk management practices.
- Strong negotiation, drafting, and dispute resolution capabilities.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and legal research skills.
- Ability to effectively manage legal disputes and litigation.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and time management skills.