Senior Legal Counsel - Payments & Banking Compliance

First Abu Dhabi Bank; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Join First Abu Dhabi Bank as a Legal Counsel, where you will assist in managing legal risks associated with payments activities. With a focus on compliance, litigation management, and legal documentation, you will play a critical role in supporting the bank's operations across various geographies. Ideal candidates should have a degree in law, significant experience in banking or law firms, and be proficient in both Arabic and English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in law from an internationally recognised university.
• Master’s degree in law is preferred.
• Qualified as a lawyer in the UAE.

Responsibilities

• Provides legal advice and support to the business.
• Manages litigation and disputes.
• Drafts and reviews contracts and legal documentation.

Skills

Legal advice

Stakeholder management

Compliance

Litigation management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in law

Master’s degree in law

Job description

Join First Abu Dhabi Bank as a Legal Counsel, where you will assist in managing legal risks associated with payments activities. With a focus on compliance, litigation management, and legal documentation, you will play a critical role in supporting the bank's operations across various geographies. Ideal candidates should have a degree in law, significant experience in banking or law firms, and be proficient in both Arabic and English.