Legal Advisor – Corporate Governance & Secretarial

About the role

The Legal Advisor will support Corporate’s strategic objectives by ensuring that all corporate practices meet legal standards. This role combines legal research, document preparation, and governance oversight across multiple jurisdictions.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and manage legal documents, coordinate meetings, and conduct legal research on corporate matters.
• Provide legal advice on compliance, corporate structuring, contracts, and transactions.
• Oversee corporate governance and secretarial practices, including board agenda preparation, meeting organization, and minute taking.
• Develop and implement governance policies to ensure compliance with local, national, and international regulations.
• Maintain statutory books, monitor regulatory changes, and ensure timely filings and registrations.
• Coordinate incorporation, restructuring, or liquidation of entities across the Middle East, East Asia, Africa, and other relevant regions.
• Safeguard confidentiality of data, intellectual property, and corporate information.
• Assist the General Counsel and Legal Directors with additional duties and company secretarial responsibilities.

Required profile

• Juris Doctor (JD), Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent legal degree from a recognized institution.
• 4‑6 years of experience in corporate governance, secretarial work, corporate law, capital markets, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven ability to work with stakeholders, senior management, and external regulators.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on high‑impact corporate transactions in a multinational environment.
• Professional development and exposure to diverse legal jurisdictions.