Legal Compliance Associate - Emirati Talent

About This Role

Job Purpose

To help develop, implement and maintain a fit for purpose Legal & Regulatory Compliance Program according to international best practices and the legal and regulatory requirements applicable to the Group. To help identify Compliance risks and propose a mitigation plan for the organization, including drafting and implementation of Company policies and procedures. To work in the Group Legal Dept on any Company legal matters, particularly in matters related to Ethics & Compliance. Will be functionally reporting to the Head of Legal & Regulatory Compliance.

Accountabilities

1. Conducts legal research and helps monitor external developments in Compliance, such as changes in applicable laws and regulations and industry best practices, and provides sound, strategic, up to date and commercially feasible legal advice to the Business Units and Corporate Depts. accordingly.
2. Conducts Compliance due diligence screenings of third parties, identifying and highlighting risks, and assists in developing/implementing risk mitigation strategy and action plans.
3. Helps develop/review and update Compliance policies, procedures, and training programs to educate employees in line with specific requirements for the applicable jurisdiction/business activity.
4. Helps draft/review legal documents, including contract terms related to Compliance.
5. Assists cross-functional teams in Compliance related activities and investigations, as needed.
6. Conducts preliminary reviews to identify Compliance risks within the organization and takes necessary action to mitigate such risks.
7. Foster a culture of compliance by promoting ethical behavior and integrity throughout the organization.
8. Provides support to the business units/departments/subsidiaries and joint ventures with KYC e or due diligence questionnaires.
9. Collaborate with external legal counsel as needed

Minimum Requirements

1. Bachelor's degree in Law/Business Administration
2. 5 years PQE (post qualified experience), at least 2 years in legal & regulatory compliance (understanding of bribery laws and international sanctions is a must)
3. Excellent legal research and writing skills, computer proficiency
4. Ability to effectively manage complex/multiple tasks with a strong Compliance and business oriented approach.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
6. Detail oriented, analytical mindset, with strong problem solving skills
7. Ability to work in a diverse business environment with multiple internal and external stakeholders in a timely manner.