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1.Lead negotiator for transactions, excluding complex transactions.2.Overseeing quality of output.3.Providing direction on tactics, research and contextual awareness.4.Liaison point with business on the above.5.Supporting the Al Tayer Group legal function by providing legal expertise and services, including:(i)supporting the internal business units in strategy and execution of corporate objectives;(ii)reviewing, amending and approving legal structures and contracting methods.(iii)providing subject matter expertise for compliance and governance.(iv)Leading contractual negotiations with external lawyers and/or counterparties and(v)Ensuring internal stakeholders are fully aware of the risks, mitigations and key legal issues in any contractual commitment for the Group.ResponsibilitiesStrategic Roles & ResponsibilitiesShow initiative in relation to the formulation of goals and their implementation.Drafting oversight and control in relation to all transactions except complex transactions.Share policeman responsibilities in relation to compliance with relevant laws and industry best practice.Retaining contacts with key external legal experts in relation to all matters requiring specialist expert advice.Functional Roles & ResponsibilitiesWork closely with Chief Legal Officer, VP Legal and Managing Counsel ensuring legal concerns requiring senior level input are addressed as soon as possible.Lead relevant contract negotiations with principals, suppliers and counsel of counter parties.Investigate legal claims and complaints by or against the Group, prepare analysis to ensure that management is made aware of all aspects of the claim/allegations,Assist in the formation of new businesses under the Group and ensure that these are in line with regulatory requirements.Oversee final terms and conditions for key contracts between the Group and other parties and provide to Chief Legal Officer or relevant SLCs for final approval.Participate in management meetings as required and offer legal opinion on any discussed issue.Advise management on legal matters pertaining to their responsibilities, potential liabilities, exposures and any matters necessary for making informed decisions within their capacities in line with relevant SoAs.Comprehensively synthesise large volumes of information. Meticulous attention to detail.Company governance awareness and ability to draft company governance documentation.Solution orientated in a practical and compliant manner, in line with corporate governance and principles.Ability to understand basic key financial documentation for businesses such as balance sheets, profit and loss accounts and matters driving costs/profitsSelf ManagementManage self in line with the organisation’s HR policies, procedures, processes and practices to ensure adherence and to maximise employee contribution to business performance.QualificationsGraduate degree in Law from a reputed university; UK/US qualified preferred.At least 4 years of Post-Qualified Experience (PQE).#J-18808-Ljbffr