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Head of Legal, GCC&NA

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Legal
  • Dubai
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AI generated summary

  • You must have a law degree, strong Arabic and English skills, excellent communication, and client relations abilities. Experienced in managing workloads and proficient in MS Office.
  • You will provide pragmatic legal support, advise on regulatory changes, manage legal risks, coordinate with outside counsel, and train junior attorneys while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.

Requirements

  • Degree in Law
  • Experienced and confident practitioner able to understand and deal with a wide range of issues, from complex to administrative
  • Up-to-date knowledge of developments in own industry sector and familiarity and industry body terms and documents
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Able to work in a team but able to manage own workload independently
  • Motivated self-starter with experience of managing a demanding workload and balancing competing stakeholders required
  • Knowledgeable and proficient use of personal computer
  • Practical experience with software application including MS Word, Power Point, Access and Excel
  • Ability to perform various duties with deliberate speed and accuracy without immediate and constant supervision
  • Typing in Arabic & English
  • Strong command of both Arabic and English
  • Strong client relation skills

Responsibilities

  • To provide promptly and commercially sensitive, pragmatic and practical high-quality legal support and advice in a cost-effective manner to the business stakeholders on the assigned Gulf and North Africa Cluster (“Cluster”) operations/areas of expertise (“Assigned Scope”). The Assigned Scope within the Cluster may change depending on the business needs.
  • To provide support and guidance to Cluster operations and the wider legal function with regards to legal risks arising in the Assigned Scope.
  • To proactively advise Cluster operations and the wider legal function on the impact of regulatory and legislative developments and ensuring that any such developments are adequately reflected in transaction documentation and businesses processes for Cluster operations generally.
  • To ensure that appropriate stakeholders are fully briefed on major issues arising in the Assigned Scope and major legislative and regulatory changes through established reporting process.
  • To be the key point of contact for regulatory interaction within the Assigned Scope.
  • Coordinate outside legal resources on key projects under supervision and in line with the Companies legal procurement policies and budgets.
  • Provide functional advice or training to less-experienced attorneys.
  • To maintain and develop positive and professional working relationships with all team members within the Cluster legal team, Cluster operations and the wider legal team.
  • Stay up to date and comply with AIG GLCR policies and procedures and enterprise wide policies and procedures.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Head of Legal, GCC&NA?

The primary responsibility is to provide high-quality legal support and advice on Gulf and North Africa Cluster operations, ensuring that legal risks are managed effectively and stakeholders are informed about regulatory developments.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A degree in Law is required, along with experience as a legal practitioner.

What languages are necessary for this role?

Strong command of both Arabic and English is necessary, as well as the ability to type in both languages.

How many days per week do team members need to be in the office?

Team members are expected to come together in the office four days per week.

Are there opportunities for professional development within the role?

Yes, the role includes providing functional advice or training to less-experienced attorneys, supporting continuous learning and development.

Who will be the primary points of contact for this role?

The Head of Legal will interact with internal stakeholders such as cluster country management, AIG Legal team members, and external parties including regulators and commercial business partners.

What kind of experience is preferred for this role?

Candidates should have experience managing a demanding workload independently, dealing with a wide range of legal issues, and knowledge of industry developments.

Does AIG promote a diverse work environment?

Yes, AIG is committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging, celebrating diverse talents and backgrounds.

How does AIG support employees with disabilities?

AIG is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities. Requests for accommodations can be sent via email to candidatecare@aig.com.

What key competencies are emphasized for this position?

Key competencies include problem solving, drive for results, business/industry knowledge, and fostering communication.

Finance
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1919
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a leading global insurance organization. AIG member companies offer insurance solutions that help businesses and individuals in approximately 70 countries and jurisdictions protect their assets and manage risks. AIG common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange. AIG is the marketing name for the worldwide property-casualty and general insurance operations of American International Group, Inc. All products and services are written or provided by subsidiaries or affiliates of American International Group, Inc. Products or services may not be available in all countries and jurisdictions, and coverage is subject to underwriting requirements and actual policy language. Non-insurance products and services may be provided by independent third parties. Certain property-casualty coverages may be provided by a surplus lines insurer. Surplus lines insurers do not generally participate in state guaranty funds, and insureds are therefore not protected by such funds.

Benefits

  • Physical and Mental Health benefits

  • Market-aligned base pay

  • Equitable incentive compensation

  • Life and disability insurance options