Senior Legal Counsel (Emiratised Role)

Are you ready to join us on our exciting transformation journey at the largest bank in the UAE? This is an opportunity to make a real impact on our customers, employees, shareholders, and communities, as part of the FAB team.

We're committed to our grow stronger movement, and as a member of our team, you'll have access to everything you need to advance your career and make a meaningful contribution to our shared success.

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Job Description

The role assists the Head of Legal – Consumer and Private Banking manage legal risk in all the geographies where the FAB Group operates in relation to payments activities in accordance with FAB Group legal policies and procedures. The role holder should be able to work autonomously, but should seek the Head of Legal – Consumer and Private Banking’s input on unusual situations, complex matters, and issues which may pose significant legal, financial and / or reputational risk to the FAB Group.

Core Responsibilities

• Provides legal advice and support to the business while keeping in mind the FAB Group’s strategic and business objectives.
• Provides direction and guidance to facilitate the FAB Group’s compliance with all applicable international and domestic laws, rules and regulations.
• Collaborates with the Head of Legal – Consumer and Private Banking to establish, disseminate and implement the FAB Group’s legal policies.
• Completes legal tasks and projects in a timely manner and responds to legal queries assigned by the Head of Legal – Consumer and Private Banking.
• Supports FAB’s subsidiaries and international branches by providing general legal oversight on legal risks associated with payments products and services.

Litigation

Legal Documentation and Review

Knowledge of External Environment

Knowledge Sharing

Stakeholder Management

Learning and Development

Reporting

People Management Responsibilities

Specific Accountability

Qualifications

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