Deloitte Global

Deloitte, established globally in 1845, is the world’s largest and leading professional services firm, providing audit and assurance, tax, consulting, financial advisory, and risk advisory services to public and private clients spanning multiple industries. We are present in more than 150 countries, and as the world's largest management consulting business, Deloitte is distinct in its ability to help clients solve their most complex problems, from strategy to implementation.

Deloitte has a proud legacy in the Middle East region, with an uninterrupted presence since 1926, and is present across 29 offices in 15 countries. Over the last 96 years, we have served as trusted advisors for clients. Deloitte’s presence in the region has contributed to the advancement and growth of the professional services industry in the region.

We have received numerous awards in the last few years, such as Brand Finance’s strongest and most valuable "commercial services" brand in the world (2022), the Great Place to Work® and Best Workplaces™ in the UAE (2022), the Great Place to Work® and Best Workplaces™ in the KSA (2022), and "World’s Most Attractive Employers" (2022). These awards are a recognition of how Deloitte makes an impact that matters to its clients, talent, and society.

We invest in outstanding people of diverse talents and backgrounds and empower them to achieve more than they could elsewhere. Our work combines advice with action and integrity. We believe that when our clients and society are stronger, so are we. Our organization has grown in scale and diversity, providing services across the region, with our shared culture remaining the same. We aim to help clients realize their ambitions, make a positive difference in society, and maximize the success of our people. This drive fuels the commitment and humanity that run deep through our every action.

During your tenure as a Senior Manager in the Office of the General Counsel you will report directly to the Firm’s General Counsel. You will work with different internal functions of the Firm and you will demonstrate your capabilities in the following areas:

Corporate and Commercial Matters:

• Ability to plan, manage and handle firm wide projects pertaining to corporate / commercial aspects which require profound expertise and understanding in mergers, acquisitions, group restructure, cross border transactions, industry specific regulations and practices (such as trade control laws) and generally commercial regulations of the middle east region.
• Provide legal support to different internal functions of the Firm (Human Resources, Finance, Industry leaders and business lines) as may be required.
• Prepare and assist in training sessions to internal functions on relevant legal matters of interest to such functions.
• Acting as a liaison on different internal initiatives conducted by or involving the intervention of OGC and as may be required.
• Ability to work with multiple internal stakeholders and team leaders.
• Working with the General Counsel on developing and enhancing policies and guidelines to ensure compliance with laws and regulations across multiple Middle East jurisdictions.

Leadership capabilities:

• Builds own understanding of our purpose and values; explores opportunities for impact.
• Demonstrates strong commitment to personal learning and development; acts as a brand ambassador to help attract top talent.
• Understands expectations and demonstrates personal accountability for keeping performance on track.
• Ability to lead team members, support leaders within the team and within the Firm.
• Actively focuses on developing effective communication and relationship-building skills.
• Understands how their daily work contributes to the priorities of the team and the business.

Qualifications:　　

• Ideally possessing a minimum of 10 to 15 years’ experience as a legal practitioner in an international law firm or in a legal department with presence in multiple jurisdictions. Knowledge and experience in cross border transactions within the MENA and mainly in GCC countries is mandatory. The successful candidate will be expected to manage multiple projects simultaneously and within strict deadlines. Some periodic travel to other Middle East countries may be required.
• Applicants should be bilingual (Arabic and English) with a good command of the English language (both written and spoken), and possess at a minimum the following skills and attributes:
  • Bachelor’s degree in law, master’s degree is a plus;
  • Qualified/Admitted Attorney;  
  • Very strong organizational skills;
  • Very strong communication skills;
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with impeccable attention to details, ability to manage Ad-Hoc requests and ability to manage shifting priorities; and
  • Solid knowledge of MS Office tools as well as other tools in managing internal legal services.