Senior Litigation Counsel – Banking & Finance (Dubai)

Emirates Islamic; Dubai; Presencial; AED 350 000 - 650 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Emirates Islamic is seeking a Legal Counsel to oversee the bank's dispute activities, including litigation, arbitration and regulatory matters. You will provide strategic legal advice to senior management, manage relationships with external counsel and supervise junior team members in the litigation function.

The role supports restructuring and refinancing efforts, settlement agreements and in-house training for colleagues across the bank. A strong track record in banking litigation is essential.

Qualificações

• Must hold LLB/LLM or Diploma in Legal Practice and be a certified Solicitor or Lawyer.
• 3–7 years in legal department management with at least 3 years in litigation.
• Experience in banking/financial services sector advised.

Responsabilidades

• Manage legal risks for the bank's dispute activities, including litigation, arbitration and regulatory affairs.
• Provide legal advice to executive management and oversee external counsel relationships.
• Supervise junior team members within the litigation function.
• Support restructuring, refinancing and settlement agreements; provide training to internal colleagues.

Conhecimentos

Litigation experience

Legal management

Formação académica

LLB/LLM

Diploma in Legal Practice

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Emirates Islamic is seeking a Legal Counsel to oversee the bank's dispute activities, including litigation, arbitration and regulatory matters. You will provide strategic legal advice to senior management, manage relationships with external counsel and supervise junior team members in the litigation function.

The role supports restructuring and refinancing efforts, settlement agreements and in-house training for colleagues across the bank. A strong track record in banking litigation is essential.