Head of Legal (Asset Managment)

First Abu Dhabi Bank FAB; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 540,000 - 840,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the UAE's largest bank as the Head of Legal (Asset Management). The role involves developing legal strategies, managing legal affairs, and ensuring compliance with regulations. We're looking for a leader with deep expertise in asset management and a proven ability to drive legal governance in a dynamic banking environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years’ experience with at least 3 years in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the overall legal strategy and governance framework.
• Oversee legal affairs of Asset Management, providing consultation to all stakeholders.
• Guide litigation management efforts and enhance corporate governance.

Skills

Expert knowledge of asset management regulations

Strong understanding of legal and regulatory compliance

Experience managing litigation

Strong leadership skills

Stakeholder management skills

Job description

Join to apply for the Head of Legal (Asset Management) role at First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) .

Join the UAE’s largest bank and one of the world’s largest and safest financial institutions. Our focus is to create value for our employees, customers, shareholders, and communities through differentiation, agility, and innovation.

We are looking for top talent, and your success is our success. Accelerate your growth as you help us reach our goals and advance your career. Be ready to make your mark at a top company in an exciting and dynamic industry.

Job Description

Develop and implement the overall legal strategy and governance framework, ensuring alignment with FAB Asset Management priorities. Define the operating framework in consultation with other teams and ensure robust policies and controls to adhere to all statutory requirements. Oversee legal affairs of FAB Asset Management, providing legal consultation to all business functions and stakeholders. Guide and lead litigation management efforts, shape litigation risk policies, and enhance corporate governance structures. Foster relationships with internal / external stakeholders and regulatory authorities to ensure effective coordination and adherence to legal frameworks.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES :

• Ensure all legal documentation, fund / DPM structures, and investment contracts comply with UAE and international regulations.
• Work closely with compliance, risk, and finance teams to assess legal risks.
• Lead interactions with regional and international regulators.
• Develop legal frameworks to enhance governance and legal compliance.
• Support dispute resolution and litigation related to investments and corporate governance Discretionary Portfolio Management (DPM).
• Manage fund management, technology, international risk, and compliance issues.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of asset management regulations in the UAE, GCC, and international markets, including DPM and fund management.
• Strong understanding of legal and regulatory compliance.
• Experience managing litigation, dispute resolution, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Proven team leadership and cross-team collaboration skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills to advise senior management and board members.
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience, with at least 3 years in a similar role.
• Employment type : Full-time
• Job function : Finance
• Industry : Banking

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