Head of Corporate Law & Transactions

Ahlibank; Muscat; On-site; OMR 10,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Ahlibank in Oman seeks the Unit Head Corporate & Companies Law to lead the unit delivering legal advisory, litigation management, and regulatory compliance across banking operations.

You will oversee day-to-day operations, provide strategic legal guidance to senior management, drive continuous improvement, develop team capability, and ensure protection of the Bank's legal interests under applicable laws and governance standards.

Qualifications

• Omani nationals only, per requirements.
• University Degree in Law; advanced degree preferred (Master's/MBA).
• 9–12 years of relevant corporate, commercial, banking or financial services law experience, including supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead mergers and acquisitions and oversee due diligence and transaction documents.
• Provide strategic legal advice on mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures and restructuring.
• Oversee real estate transactions, leases, foreclosure matters, and property documentation.
• Oversee drafting, review, and negotiation of contracts and banking documentation.
• Manage litigation, disputes, and alignment with recovery strategies.
• Lead regulatory compliance and governance initiatives across the unit.
• Monitor AML/CTF regulatory requirements and financial crime risk.
• Lead, coach and develop the Corporate & Companies Law team; allocate work and manage resources.
• Engage regulators, external counsel, and internal stakeholders to support business objectives.

Education

University Degree in Law

Master's degree in Law / MBA (preferred)

Job description

Ahlibank in Oman seeks the Unit Head Corporate & Companies Law to lead the unit delivering legal advisory, litigation management, and regulatory compliance across banking operations.

You will oversee day-to-day operations, provide strategic legal guidance to senior management, drive continuous improvement, develop team capability, and ensure protection of the Bank's legal interests under applicable laws and governance standards.