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
- Ensure compliance with TDRA regulations, UAE telecom laws, and data protection laws.
- Advise on spectrum licensing, infrastructure regulations, and cybersecurity compliance.
- Monitor legal changes affecting telecom operations.
- Handle legal matters related to licensing, tariffs, interconnection agreements, and consumer rights.
Contracts
- Draft, review, and negotiate telecom service agreements, vendor contracts, network infrastructure agreements, and international roaming contracts.
- Manage confidentiality agreements, SLAs, and outsourcing contracts.
Litigation
- Manage legal risks related to fraud, cybercrime, and telecom security breaches.
- Work with external legal counsel for litigation and arbitration cases.
Data Protection
- Advise on lawful interception, monitoring, and data retention policies.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of UAE Free Zone telecom regulations.
- Certification in telecom law, compliance, or data privacy.