IMEA Legal Leader: Strategy, Compliance & Growth

IHG; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 440,000 - 662,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational hospitality company based in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a qualified lawyer to lead their Legal Team for the IMEA business unit. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in corporate legal matters, overseeing complex projects, and managing a legal team. Ideal applicants will possess strong negotiation and communication skills, with a preference for candidates experienced in the hotel industry. This role requires supervision of legal support and ensuring compliance with corporate standards.

Qualifications

• 10 – 12 years post admission experience as corporate/commercial lawyer.
• Experience in hotel/hospitality industry is preferred.
• Broad generalist legal experience covering various domains.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Legal Team for the IMEA BU and coordinate Legal support.
• Oversee complex deals and operational issues in IMEA.
• Manage IMEA sub-regional lawyers to align with business objectives.

Skills

Corporate legal management

Stakeholder management

Negotiation skills

Document drafting

Commercial acumen

Leadership skills

Team development

Education

Bachelor of Laws / J.D.

Admission to the Bar / Law Society

Job description

A multinational hospitality company based in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a qualified lawyer to lead their Legal Team for the IMEA business unit. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in corporate legal matters, overseeing complex projects, and managing a legal team. Ideal applicants will possess strong negotiation and communication skills, with a preference for candidates experienced in the hotel industry. This role requires supervision of legal support and ensuring compliance with corporate standards.