Legal Associate

About AlaanAlaan is the Middle East’s first AI-powered spend management platform, built to help businesses save time and money.Our all-in-one solution combines smart corporate cards, real-time expense tracking, AI-powered automation, seamless accounting integrations, and deep financial insights—designed to simplify finance operations and maximize control over company spend.Founded in 2022, Alaan is already the trusted partner of over 2,000 leading businesses across the UAE and KSA, including G42, Careem, McDonald’s, Tabby, Al Barari, Rove Hotels, Rivoli, and CarSwitch. Together, our customers have saved over AED 100 million with Alaan.In just three years, Alaan has become the #1 expense management platform in the Middle East—and we’ve done it while becoming profitable.Backed by Y Combinator and top global investors—including founders and executives of leading startups—Alaan is built by a world-class team from McKinsey, BCG, Goldman Sachs, Barclays, Zomato, Careem, Rippling, and other high-growth companies.We’re not just building software. We’re reimagining how finance works for modern businesses across the region.About The RoleWe’re looking for an ambitious lawyer to join our nascent legal team and help scale our B2B fintech operations across the GCC region.As our legal counsel, you’ll work independently on a diverse range of legal matters while collaborating closely with Product, Sales, and Operations teams. This is an excellent opportunity to gain broad legal experience in a fast-growing Series A‑B fintech environment, working on everything from commercial contracts to regulatory compliance across multiple GCC markets.What You’ll DoSupporting business teams in new market initiatives and product launches across GCC jurisdictionsLeading with licensing applications, regulatory filings, and corporate governance mattersReviewing and drafting commercial agreements, vendor contracts, partnership deals, and customer terms of service for productsAdvising on legal aspects of product development across our suite of fintech productsAssisting with drafting and implementing compliance policies and procedures across business units and marketsAssisting with contract management processes and related operational tasksDocumenting legal precedents and contributing to internal knowledge sharing and legal playbooksWhat We Are Looking ForQualification as a lawyer in a common‑law jurisdiction2–4 years of legal experience in a top‑tier law firm or in‑house counsel, ideally relevant experience working with fintech, financial services, or high‑growth technology companiesStrong commercial contract drafting and negotiation skillsBasic understanding of financial services regulations and corporate compliance requirementsSelf‑motivated individual who can work independently while supporting cross‑functional teamsExcellent communication skills and business judgmentExperience with GCC legal frameworks or willingness to quickly develop expertise in the regionFluent in Arabic and EnglishWhat’s in it for youContribute to building the Middle East’s most beloved fintech brand from the ground upBenefit from a role with significant ownership and accountabilityThrive in a flexible hybrid culture with ample work‑life balanceParticipate in exciting off‑site eventsCompetitive salary and equityEnjoy additional perks like travel allowances, gym memberships, and more#J-18808-Ljbffr