Legal Counsel - Regional Banking Role (MEA)
Regional role with broad legal exposure Work closely with senior stakeholders About Our Client Our client is a leading international financial institution with a strong presence across the Middle East and Africa, operating as a regional hub from Dubai.
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Overview
- Regional role with broad legal exposure
- Work closely with senior stakeholders
About Our Client
Our client is a leading international financial institution with a strong presence across the Middle East and Africa, operating as a regional hub from Dubai.
The organisation is known for its commitment to governance, integrity, and delivering sophisticated banking and advisory solutions to corporate clients.
Job Description
- Provide proactive legal advice on commercial, transactional, and regulatory matters across MEA
- Review and negotiate commercial contracts, vendor agreements, and outsourcing arrangements
- Advise on banking products including trade finance instruments and standard corporate lending documentation
- Support legal aspects of corporate projects, internal initiatives, and process improvements
- Conduct legal research on regional laws and regulations and communicate key updates to stakeholders
- Assist with management of external counsel, including instruction, fee negotiation, and cost monitoring
- Contribute to governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance across the regional business
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders across business units to manage legal and reputational risk
The Successful Applicant
- Qualified lawyer with approximately 4+ years' PQE gained in private practice or in-house within financial services
- Strong knowledge of MEA legal and regulatory frameworks, particularly in banking and finance
- Experience with commercial contracts, outsourcing, and vendor management
- Exposure to corporate banking, finance transactions, or capital markets is advantageous
- Practical, hands-on approach with the ability to deliver clear, business-focused legal advice
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills in a multicultural environment
- Fluent English required; Arabic language skills are beneficial but not essential
- Highly organised, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
- What's on Offer
- Opportunity to work within a leading organisation in the financial services sector
- A professional and collaborative working environment in Dubai
- Potential for career growth and development within the legal department
- If you are an experienced legal professional with expertise in the financial services industry, apply today to take the next step in your career as an AVP - Legal Counsel in Dubai.
Contact: Matt Jones
Quote job ref: JN-052026-7020870
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