Junior Legal Advisor

Position Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting, reviewing and revising a wide range of commercial agreements and other legal documentation including but not limited to guidelines, policies and commercial agreements including charterparty agreements, subcontracts, service agreements, pre-bid agreements, NDA’s, JV agreements, MOU’s, framework agreements, tender documents, supply agreements, sale and purchase agreements, FIDIC contracts.
• Analyze, interpret and inform management about risks and mitigation measures.
• Maintain a record of the legal documentation and agreements in the Group’s legal database.
• Provide assistance, support and legal advice to other functions and departments.
• Assist in developing and implementing Group policies to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Assist in maintaining up-to-date the Group entities’ corporate records, ensuring accuracy.
• Facilitate effective communication among team members, senior management and other relevant departments and external advisors when required.
• Conduct thorough legal research on laws, regulations, legal articles, treaties, decrees, ministerial resolutions and other codes of law and prepare reports / documents to support the legal activities of the Group within deadlines.
• Monitor, stay up to-date and advise on changes in law and regulations relevant to the business requirements of the Group.
• Ensure that the Group entities comply with applicable laws and regulations in their respective countries, primarily in the UAE, Middle East, east Asia, Africa and regions relevant to the business.
• Ensure all appropriate internal processes and procedures are followed, providing advice, support and guidance where needed.
• Safeguard the confidentiality and protection of data, information, and other sensitive information related to the Group and its connected / affiliated entities, suppliers and clients.
• Support the legal team in managing litigation and dispute resolution process.
• Perform / carry out other duties or additional tasks assigned by the General Counsel, Legal Director(s) or other seniors as and when required.

Educational Background

Experience

Skills

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• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively. .
• Proficient in using legal research tools.
• Must possess a can-do attitude, do actions and high degree of professionalism.
• Ability to use independent judgment and to manage confidential information
• Demonstrate ability to multi-task and possess solid time management skills
• Must be an excellent communicator and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work with team members at all levels, regulators and other third parties.
• Computer literate and capable with all MS Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to learn quickly, work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

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