Regional Head of Legal & Compliance

SSC HR Solutions; Dubai; On-site; AED 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

SSC HR Solutions in Dubai seeks a seasoned regional General Counsel to establish and maintain legal frameworks, lead negotiations, and manage disputes. You will drive compliance, IP initiatives, and risk oversight across the region.

You will mentor regional legal teams, translate business priorities into legal strategy, and partner with operations to enable growth while upholding ethical standards in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.

Qualifications

• LLB or equivalent and licensed to practice law
• Arabic language proficiency
• 10–15 years of progressive legal experience
• Strong experience in legal operations, contract management, and risk management
• Experience in dispute resolution and litigation management
• Knowledge of intellectual property management
• Leadership experience mentoring legal teams
• Ability to work in fast-paced multicultural environments

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain regional legal frameworks, procedures, and governance standards
• Translate business priorities into legal strategies that support operational and commercial objectives
• Monitor evolving legal and regulatory requirements and implement proactive compliance measures
• Lead the review, drafting, negotiation, and execution of contracts and commercial agreements
• Direct dispute management activities including litigation, arbitration, and settlement discussions
• Oversee external counsel engagement and monitor case strategy and outcomes
• Lead intellectual property management initiatives, including registration and enforcement
• Develop and mentor regional legal teams to build sustainable capability
• Promote adherence to anti-corruption principles and internal compliance controls

Skills

Arabic language proficiency

Contract management

Risk management

Dispute resolution

Leadership

Legal operations

Multicultural collaboration

Education

LLB or equivalent

Job description

SSC HR Solutions in Dubai seeks a seasoned regional General Counsel to establish and maintain legal frameworks, lead negotiations, and manage disputes. You will drive compliance, IP initiatives, and risk oversight across the region.

You will mentor regional legal teams, translate business priorities into legal strategy, and partner with operations to enable growth while upholding ethical standards in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.