Job Description

Job Category: NES Job Group
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1. The senior legal counsel will lead and provide expert legal support on complex and high-value banking and finance transactions, including bilateral and syndicated loans, structured finance, cross-border and multi-jurisdictional matters, and specialist banking products. Operating with significant autonomy, the role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating financing documentation, including LMA-based agreements and security packages, and advising on regulatory and legal risk issues across the bank's Corporate & Investment Banking and International Banking groups. The role requires deep expertise in UAE and international banking laws, financial services regulation, and a proven track record in navigating sophisticated financing structures and regulatory frameworks.
2. As a senior member of the Legal Division, to represent the bank in high-level meetings with clients, regulators, industry bodies, and internal stakeholders. The senior legal counsel will manage external counsel, contribute to legal policy development, and support bank-wide strategic initiatives, including innovation, digital transformation, and emerging technologies. A key responsibility includes mentoring junior legal staff and promoting best practices in legal advice and documentation standards. Strong leadership, commercial acumen, and the ability to deliver under pressure in a dynamic, multicultural environment are essential.
About Us:
The leading financial institution in MENA
While more than half a century old, we proudly think like a challenger, startup, and innovator
in banking and finance, powered by a diverse and dynamic team who put customers first.
Together, we pioneer key innovations and developments in banking and financial services.
Our mandate? To help customers find their way to Rise Every Day, partnering with them through
the highs and lows to help them reach their goals and unlock their unique vision of success.
Delivering superior service to clients by leading with innovation, treating colleagues with dignity and fairness while pursuing opportunities that grow shareholders value.
We actively contribute to the community through responsible banking in our mission to inspire more people to Rise.

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