Senior Legal Counsel

Overview

Key Responsibilities Commercial & Corporate Advisory

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including supplier contracts, distribution agreements, franchise arrangements, licensing contracts, NDAs, service-level agreements, procurement contracts, and partnership agreements.
• Provide legal advice to management on corporate matters, governance, business risks, and regulatory requirements.
• Support internal stakeholders across retail, manufacturing, marketing, operations, HR, and f inance with day-to-day commercial queries.
• Assist in corporate structuring, new entity setup, expansions, and international market entry (including franchising or joint ventures). Intellectual Property (IP)
• Manage and protect the company’s trademarks, copyrights, patents, and designs across international markets.
• Oversee IP registrations, renewals, and portfolio management globally.
• Draft and negotiate IP licensing agreements, joint development agreements, and technology transfer contracts. JD016- LEGAL COUNSEL JOB DESCRIPTION-LEGAL COUNSEL For internal use only.
• Advise on IP enforcement, infringement disputes, and cross-border litigation matters.
• Support global expansion initiatives with respect to real estate, lease agreements, and property acquisitions in international jurisdictions.
• Ensure compliance with international property, IP, and brand protection regulations in all operating markets. Regulatory & Compliance
• Ensure compliance with UAE and GCC food regulations, retail standards, labeling laws, consumer protection regulations, and trade compliance.
• Liaise with government authorities and external advisors on licensing, permits, commercial registrations, and regulatory approvals.
• Enhance internal policies, contract templates, and SOP frameworks to improve legal efficiency and compliance across departments. Disputes, Investigations & External Counsel
• Manage disputes and external counsel on court or arbitration cases.
• Handle settlement negotiations, respond to legal notices, and provide strategies to mitigate potential disputes.
• Monitor compliance risks and recommend preventive and corrective actions. Risk Management & Strategic Support
• Identify operational and contractual risks, providing mitigation strategies and practical legal solutions.
• Support the leadership team on strategic initiatives, including franchising, new projects, capital investments, and commercial negotiations.
• Contribute to policy development, corporate governance, and internal process improvements.
• policy development, corporate governance, and internal process improvements.

Experience

• 5+ years’ experience in commercial contracts and negotiations, including supplier, distribution, and marketing agreements
• 5+ years’ experience in intellectual property (IP), including trademarks, brand protection, and enforcement JD016- LEGAL COUNSEL JOB DESCRIPTION-LEGAL COUNSEL For internal use only.
• 5+ years’ experience providing legal advisory and regulatory compliance support, ideally in a consumer-facing or UAE-based business
• Qualified lawyer admitted to a UK or US State Bar is preferrable with UAE experience Skills
• Excellent legal drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Strong business judgment and practical, solutions-focused mindset.
• Able to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and perform under pressure.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and decision-making abilities.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
• Fluency in English; Arabic is an advantage.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work alongside a dynamic Co-Founders in an innovative and entrepreneurial environment.
• A chance to contribute to the strategic direction and growth of the company.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A collaborative culture that values creativity, learning, and making an impact.
• The candidate should be UK/ US Qualified.