Overview
We are hiring an In‑House Legal Counsel (MEA Regions) working remotely for a global group who are expanding in the Middle East. You\'ll lead legal support across MEA, covering contracts, regulatory entry, corporate maintenance and dispute resolution.
Client Details
Our client is a publicly listed, globally diversified electronics and systems manufacturer. With operations spanning dozens of countries and a mission to deliver safer, healthier world‑class solutions, they offer a dynamic, innovation‑driven culture grounded in integrity, accountability and teamwork. With a strong and growing presence in EMEA and appetite for new jurisdictional growth, this is an opportunity to join a business serious about regional expansion and strategic impact.
Description
The In‑House Legal Counsel will be:
* Leading, negotiating and drafting purchase, sale, distribution and service contracts across the Middle East.
* Advising on and executing market entry into new jurisdictions: researching regulatory regimes, establishing legal entities, ensuring corporate maintenance.
* Overseeing public procurement matters and ensuring compliance with local bid regulations across MEA.
* Managing distribution/service agreements, supply‑chain legal risks and third‑party relationships.
* Coordinating with local counsel in relevant countries to support in commercial, dispute resolution, and regulatory investigations.
* Providing strategic legal input to senior regional leadership on risk, compliance and growth initiatives.
* Maintaining corporate governance, entity management and legal filings for jurisdictions across MEA.
* Supporting internal stakeholders (sales, operations, commercial) with legal advice to drive business outcomes while mitigating risk.
Profile
The In‑House Legal Counsel should be:
* A solicitor or equivalent with 5+ years\' PQE (post‑qualification experience) in corporate/commercial law.
* Arabic fluent (speaking and writing) and comfortable operating across the Middle East.
* Familiarity with MEA region regulatory environments, or at least exposure to working with local counsel in those jurisdictions.
* Strong contract drafting, negotiation and commercial legal skills (distribution, service, procurement).
* Experience of establishing entities, managing international corporate maintenance and local regulatory entry.
* Comfortable with dispute resolution strategy and coordinating with external counsel.
Job Offer
* Fully remote role.
* Competitive salary of £75,000‑£90,000
* Opportunity to drive legal strategy for growth in the MEA region at an established global business.
* Be part of a team culture grounded in innovation, integrity and collaboration, with exposure to senior leadership and cross‑regional work.
* You will be the key legal interface for MEA and can build the region\'s footprint, working with a global team and local councils across many jurisdictions.
If you\'re an experienced In‑House Legal Counsel, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.
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