Legal & Governance Manager

TGP International; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Five-Day Work Week

Hybrid Work Arrangement

Incentive Plan up to 10% for referrals

Annual Leave: 22 working days

Remote Work Flexibility: extra weeks

Coaching & Mentoring program

Annual Company Gathering

Employee Recognition Program

Job summary

TGP International, a hospitality consultancy with offices in London and Dubai, seeks a Legal & Governance Manager to oversee legal affairs, corporate governance and contractual framework across multiple jurisdictions. The role protects commercial interests and provides practical legal guidance to leadership while supporting international growth.

You will coordinate with external counsel, manage risk, and ensure regulatory compliance across entities, supporting governance policies and internal

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in law required; legal qualification preferred.
• Experience in multi-jurisdictional consultancy or hospitality/real estate environments advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Legal and contract management across multiple jurisdictions, including drafting and negotiating agreements.
• Maintain corporate governance across entities; prepare board/shareholder resolutions and records.
• Provide legal guidance to leadership and internal departments; advise on deals and risk exposure.
• Identify and mitigate legal and compliance risks; manage IP and confidential information protection.
• Coordinate with external legal counsel across jurisdictions to align advice with business objectives.
• Support governance structuring, entity formation, and shareholder matters.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Corporate governance

Commercial law

Risk management

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB)

Job description

Description

TGP International

WE CREATE DESIGN AND BUILD AWARD WINNING WORLD-CLASS F&B AND RETAIL BRANDS FOR OUR CLIENTS AND PARTNERS

TGPInternational are a hospitality consultancy based in London and Dubai. We team up with passionate brands clients and entrepreneurs to make their long-term vision a reality through concept development creative interior design graphic design & branding franchising advisory & operational services and project management.

Some of our clients include: Dubai Expo 2020 Marriott Hilton Waldorf Astoria Harrods Sushi Samba Adrift Burger Bar Nakheel Malls Selfridges Time Out Market FIFA World Cup 2022 The National and Tashas.

As the worlds leading hospitality agency offering an outstanding 360 degree service to our clients we are constantly striving to be the best and lead the sector in F&B and hospitality consultancy.

Requirements

Reporting To

Chief of Staff and Chairman

Location

Dubai UAE (supporting UAE UK KSA Europe Africa and Singapore)

Job Summary

The Legal & Governance Manager is responsible for overseeing the companys legal affairs corporate governance and contractual framework across multiple jurisdictions. The role ensures legal compliance protects the companys commercial interests and supports leadership with practical business-focused legal advice

This position plays a key role in strengthening governance standards managing legal risk and supporting the companys international growth while coordinating with external legal advisors where required

Key Responsibilities

1. Legal and Contract Management

• Draft review and negotiate a wide range of agreements including:
• Consultancy agreements
• Client and operator agreements
• NDAs and confidentiality agreements
• Supplier and vendor contracts
• Partnership and licensing agreements
• Identify legal and commercial risks and recommend mitigation strategies
• Maintain and manage contract trackers and legal documentation systems

2. Corporate Governance

• Support corporate governance across all company entities and jurisdictions
• Prepare and maintain:
• Board resolutions
• Shareholder resolutions
• Corporate records and registers
• Powers of attorney and authorised signatory documentation
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and licensing requirements
• Support implementation of governance policies and internal controls

3. Legal Advisory and Business Support

• Provide legal guidance to leadership and internal departments including Operations Finance HR and Business Development
• Support negotiation of commercial deals and strategic partnerships
• Advise on contractual rights obligations and risk exposure
• Assist with employment-related legal matters when required

4. Risk and Compliance Management

• Identify legal and compliance risks across company operations
• Implement preventative measures to protect company interests
• Support dispute management and resolution processes
• Ensure protection of company intellectual property and confidential information

5. External Legal Counsel Management

• Liaise with external lawyers across different jurisdictions
• Coordinate legal advice efficiently and cost-effectively
• Ensure alignment between external legal advice and business objectives

6. Governance and Structural Support

• Support company structural changes entity formation and restructuring
• Assist with shareholder matters and corporate structuring
• Support leadership with governance best practices and compliance frameworks

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Law (LLB or equivalent)
• Legal qualification preferred but not mandatory
• Additional corporate governance qualification is advantageous

Experience

• 59 years legal experience
• Experience in commercial corporate or international business law
• Experience supporting multi-jurisdictional organisations preferred
• Experience in consultancy hospitality real estate or international business environments is advantageous

Skills and Competencies

Technical

• Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills
• Solid understanding of corporate governance
• Strong knowledge of commercial law principles
• Ability to manage legal risk effectively

Professional

• Strong commercial awareness
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• High attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Personal Attributes

• High integrity and professionalism
• Strong judgement and discretion
• Practical solution-focused mindset
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced international environment

Benefits

• Five-Day Work Week: Standard Monday to Friday schedule.
• Hybrid Work Arrangement: Three days in the office and two days working remotely.
• Incentive Plan: Company incentive scheme offering up to 10%5% for introductions and 5% for successful closures.
• Annual Leave: 22 working days of paid annual leave excluding weekends.
• Remote Work Flexibility: One additional week per year to work remotely from your home country which can be combined with up to two consecutive weeks of annual leave.
• Coaching & Mentoring: Structured professional development through a dedicated coaching and mentoring program.
• Annual Company Gathering: A global team event bringing together employees from all offices.
• Employee Recognition Program: Regular recognition initiatives celebrating outstanding performance and contributions.

Required Experience:

Manager