Legal Counsel, Cairo Egypt

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international firm's Family Office seeks a Legal Counsel based in Cairo to manage complex legal obligations across private client matters, compliance, and philanthropic initiatives. This unique position offers competitive compensation with relocation support for a rewarding expatriate experience. Ideal candidates will hold a common law qualification and possess broad commercial legal expertise.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Relocation support

Housing benefits

Qualifications

• Common law qualification with commercial legal experience.
• Expertise in AML, sanctions, and data protection.
• Willingness to relocate to Cairo.

Responsibilities

• Handle responsibilities tailored to Family Office needs, including private client legal advice.
• Manage IP rights and provide input for philanthropic initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on legal guidance for wealth preservation.

Skills

Commercial legal experience

Legal expertise in AML and data protection

Education

Common law qualification (E&W, Australia, or South Africa)

Job description

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Legal Counsel, Cairo Egypt, London (City of London)

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Client:

Major, Lindsey & Africa

Location:

London (City of London), United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

Legal Counsel – Family Office

Our client, based in Egypt, is seeking Legal Counsel to join their team. The position, newly created, is located in Cairo and focuses on the operations of the Family Office and the Family Office Principals.

Scope of Work

• You will handle a broad range of responsibilities tailored to the needs of the Family Office, requiring legal expertise and strategic alignment with business objectives.
• Providing legal advice on private client matters, including reputation management, public communications, and risk mitigation.
• Managing IP rights related to publications and speeches, including copyright, licensing, and third-party content clearance.
• Offering litigation advice.
• Providing legal input for philanthropic initiatives, ensuring compliance, structuring tax-efficient donations, and advising on governance for family foundations.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintaining expertise in AML, sanctions, privilege, and data protection, ensuring compliance and risk management.
• Managing workload across transactional documentation, intra-family governance, and legal queries on employment, tax, and assets.
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to integrate legal guidance into wealth preservation, business planning, and governance.

Requirements

• Common law qualification (E&W, Australia, or South Africa).
• Broad commercial legal experience.
• Willingness to expand responsibilities and relocate to Cairo.
• Competitive compensation, relocation support, and additional benefits including housing.

This role offers expatriates a chance to reside permanently in Cairo, known for its vibrant expatriate community and lifestyle options. Interested candidates should send an updated CV. No calls. All applications will be treated confidentially.