Legal And Contracts Manager

LIXIL; Dubai; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable company seeks a Legal Support Specialist to assist the Legal Leader with managing legal matters across multiple regions. Responsibilities include drafting contracts, ensuring compliance, and supporting operational licensing. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in Law, with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience as a legal counsel.
• Proficiency in legal databases.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Manage legal responsibilities across IMEA regions.
• Draft, review, and advise on contracts.
• Maintain legal documentation and compliance.

Skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Education

Master's degree in Law

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

DocuSign CLM

Job description

GROHE is the world's leading provider of sanitary fittings and a global brand dedicated to providing innovative water products. For many decades, GROHE has been committed to the brand values of technology, quality, design, and sustainability, all illustrating GROHE's commitment to creating exceptional experiences and delivering "Pure Freude an Wasser". With engineering, innovation, and design activities firmly anchored in Germany, GROHE products bear the badge of quality "Made in Germany", strengthening customer confidence in the brand. In 2014, GROHE became part of the LIXIL Corporation, a publicly listed company on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

We are seeking a Legal Support Specialist to act as support to the Legal Leader, primarily handling legal matters that impact IMEA. The role involves managing various legal responsibilities across multiple regions including GLP, KSA, NWA, and T.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Serve as the contact person for all legal matters in the day-to-day business of all business areas and functions.
2. Draft, review, and advise on all types of contracts, defend and enforce claims, and support contract negotiations.
3. Record and maintain shareholders and Board of Directors minutes, resolutions, and relevant documents for each entity, updating entity files accordingly.
4. Manage operational licenses, coordinate with local PROs for renewals, and ensure compliance with government requirements.
5. Prepare correspondence to customs and customers, such as product declarations, signage, confirmation, and NOC letters.
6. Draft or renew documentation related to corporate housekeeping, such as board resolutions and powers of attorney, and interact with governmental authorities for registration of such documents, including IP-related POA registration.
7. Support supplier and customer onboarding processes, including KYC reviews.
8. Assist the after-sales department with legal matters.
9. Support logistics-related matters in supply chain and operations, including onboarding new service providers, trade portals, and customs clearance.
10. Assist marketing with reviewing low-value marketing and agency contracts, including print and social media.
11. Maintain a legal research database on relevant topics and new legislation.
12. Prepare reports for management as required.
13. Assist in implementing and maintaining Contract Lifecycle Management systems with relevant information and documentation updates.

Qualifications

1. Master's degree in Law or equivalent.
2. At least 5 years of experience as a legal counsel.
3. Proficiency in computer software including Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, DocuSign CLM, and legal databases.
4. Excellent written and oral communication skills in English; proficiency in Arabic is an advantage.
5. Discretion and ability to handle confidential information.
6. Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

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