Legal Officer

Metahunt; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Legal Officer with a strong background in telecommunications law. This pivotal role involves ensuring compliance with UAE telecom regulations, drafting and reviewing critical contracts, and managing legal disputes. You'll liaise with regulatory bodies and advise on legal matters related to the telecom sector. If you have a passion for law and a desire to shape the future of telecommunications, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking team and make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Expertise in telecommunications law and regulatory compliance is essential.
• Experience in drafting and reviewing various telecom contracts.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with UAE telecom laws and data protection regulations.
• Draft and negotiate telecom service agreements and vendor contracts.

Skills

Telecommunications Law

Legal Compliance

Contract Drafting

Dispute Management

Data Protection Law

Education

Law Degree

Certification in Telecom Law

Certification in Data Privacy

Job description

Legal Officer

Industry: Telecommunications

Job Summary: We are seeking a Legal Officer with expertise in telecommunications law, legal and regulatory compliance, drafting and reviewing contracts, managing disputes, and liaising with UAE regulatory bodies such as TDRA.

Responsibilities

Compliance

1. Ensure compliance with TDRA regulations, UAE telecom laws, and data protection laws.
2. Advise on spectrum licensing, infrastructure regulations, and cybersecurity compliance.
3. Monitor legal changes affecting telecom operations.
4. Handle legal matters related to licensing, tariffs, interconnection agreements, and consumer rights.

Contracts

1. Draft, review, and negotiate telecom service agreements, vendor contracts, network infrastructure agreements, and international roaming contracts.
2. Manage confidentiality agreements, SLAs, and outsourcing contracts.

Litigation

1. Manage legal risks related to fraud, cybercrime, and telecom security breaches.
2. Work with external legal counsel for litigation and arbitration cases.

Data Protection

1. Advise on lawful interception, monitoring, and data retention policies.

Qualifications

1. Knowledge of UAE Free Zone telecom regulations.
2. Certification in telecom law, compliance, or data privacy.