Senior Legal Counsel

Tothemoon; Remote; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic international firm is seeking an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to provide strategic legal advice directly to Board-level stakeholders. The role involves advising on investments, corporate structuring, and compliance across international ventures. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in corporate law, strong negotiation skills, and autonomy to manage complex legal matters. This position offers competitive compensation, high autonomy, and the flexibility of fully remote work.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Direct collaboration with Board-level stakeholders

High level of autonomy and trust

Qualifications

• Fully qualified lawyer with 10+ years of experience in corporate, investment or commercial law.
• Experience in Investments & M&A and corporate structuring (including cross-border setups).
• Ability to work autonomously and manage complex legal matters end-to-end.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support for investments, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships.
• Design and maintain corporate structures across multiple jurisdictions.
• Act as a primary legal advisor to Board-level stakeholders.

Skills

Strong negotiation skills

Strong drafting skills

Excellent judgment

Fluent English

Discretion and integrity

Education

LLB / JD or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to work directly with the Board-level stakeholders across a portfolio of international ventures. This is a highly trusted role at the center of strategic decision-making, focused on investments, corporate structuring, risk management, and legal representation.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical legal expertise with a commercial mindset, discretion, and the ability to operate independently in a fast-moving, international environment.

Key Responsibilities

Investments & Transactions

• Provide legal support for investments, acquisitions, divestments, and strategic partnerships
• Structure and review investment vehicles, shareholder agreements, term sheets, and transaction documentation
• Conduct and oversee legal due diligence for new investment opportunities
• Advise on risk assessment and mitigation related to investment activities

Corporate Structuring & Governance

• Design and maintain efficient corporate and ownership structures across multiple jurisdictions
• Advise on restructuring, reorganizations, and cross-border legal frameworks
• Support governance matters at holding and operating entity levels
• Coordinate with external advisors, law firms, and corporate service providers globally

Legal Advisory to Founder

• Act as a primary legal advisor to the Board-level stakeholders, providing practical, business-oriented legal guidance
• Translate complex legal matters into clear recommendations for strategic decisions
• Anticipate legal risks and proactively propose solutions

Dispute Resolution & Representation

• Manage disputes and claims, including court representation when required
• Oversee litigation strategy, settlement negotiations, and enforcement matters
• Coordinate with external counsel and represent interests in legal proceedings where appropriate

Compliance & Risk Oversight

• Monitor legal and regulatory risks across jurisdictions
• Ensure compliance with applicable corporate, commercial, and investment-related regulations
• Maintain confidentiality and protect the Board-level stakeholders' personal and business interests

Requirements

• Fully qualified lawyer (LLB / JD or equivalent); additional certifications are a plus
• 10+ years of experience in corporate, investment, or commercial law
• Strong background in:
  • Investments & M&A
  • Corporate structuring (including cross-border setups)
  • Shareholder and governance matters
• Experience representing clients in courts or dispute proceedings
• Ability to work autonomously and manage complex matters end-to-end
• Excellent judgment, discretion, and integrity
• Strong negotiation, drafting, and communication skills
• Fluent English (additional languages are an advantage)

What We Offer

• Direct collaboration with Board-level stakeholders on high-impact strategic matters
• Exposure to diverse international structures and investment projects
• High level of autonomy and trust
• Competitive compensation aligned with seniority and responsibility
• Fully remote work with flexible structure