Legal Counsel

About the Role

Food People has partnered with a food and beverage manufacturing company seeking a highly skilled Legal Counsel to join their fast-growing FMCG company in the UAE. This in-house role will serve as a trusted legal advisor to the senior leadership team, ensuring that all business operations comply with applicable laws and regulations. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in commercial contracts, corporate law, and regulatory matters, with the agility to operate effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Legal Advisory & Strategy : Provide proactive legal support and strategic guidance to the President and business leaders on a wide array of legal and regulatory matters
• Commercial Contracts : Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a broad range of commercial agreements, including supplier, distribution, and agency contracts
• Regulatory Compliance : Ensure adherence to UAE laws and regulations, including those specific to the FMCG sector, such as labeling, trade practices, and consumer protection
• Corporate Governance : Support internal governance processes, manage legal aspects of board and shareholder meetings, and ensure statutory compliance
• Dispute Management : Oversee potential legal disputes and litigation, liaising with external counsel when necessary
• Risk Mitigation : Identify and mitigate legal risks in business processes, transactions, and strategic initiatives
• Training & Policies : Develop and implement internal policies, and conduct training sessions for staff on legal and compliance issues
• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Partner closely with functions including Sales, Procurement, Marketing, HR, and Finance to provide legal support for strategic and day-to-day operations

Key Ingredients

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