Legal Manager with Enova by Veolia

Deadline Open Deadline

Location Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Salary Compensation details will be finalized during the interview process with the selected candidate.

Details of the Organization

Enova is the regional leader in integrated energy and multi-technical services, delivering comprehensive services to its clients. It provides performance-based Energy & Facilities Management solutions that help customers achieve their financial, operational, and environmental targets. With over 5,000 highly trained and multi-skilled employees, Enova serves a wide portfolio of clients in the public, residential, commercial, industrial and healthcare sectors across the region.

Details of the Job/Internship

Enova by Veolia is hiring a Legal Manager with experience of 3 to 5 years to join their office in Dubai.

Role and Responsibilities

Provide expert legal advice and guidance on a wide range of legal matters, including corporate governance, compliance, contracts, corporate structuring, intellectual property, labor and employment law, data protection, and other business-critical issues. Provide strategic advice on business decisions.
Review, draft, and negotiate contracts, including commercial, vendor, partnership, and licensing agreements.
Ensure contract compliance and identify potential risks in business agreements.
Oversee compliance with applicable local, national, and international laws and regulations.
Lead efforts for regulatory filings and ensure the organization’s adherence to industry-specific regulatory requirements.
Draft, review, and ensure the proper execution of resolutions passed by shareholders and the board of directors. This role involves ensuring compliance with corporate governance standards, company bylaws, and relevant laws and/or joint ventures agreements during the drafting process, as well as maintaining proper records of resolutions.
Oversee and ensure the organization’s compliance with all applicable data protection laws and regulations. Lead data protection initiatives, monitor compliance, and ensure the organization handles personal data responsibly and securely.
Identify potential legal risks and provide risk mitigation strategies for the business.
Ensure that company policies and procedures are legally sound and up to date.
Manage and oversee all litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution matters.
Work closely with external legal counsel to develop strategies for dispute resolution and manage settlements or outcomes.
Manage a team of legal professionals in the day-to-day performance, ensuring effective delegation of tasks and timely delivery of legal services.
Collaborate with other departments such as HR, finance, and operations to support the company’s legal and business needs.
Communicate legal strategies and outcomes to key stakeholders.
Prepare and maintain legal reports, records, and documents.
Review and manage legal documentation for business operations, mergers, and acquisitions.

Eligibility

Law degree (LLB or JD) from an accredited university.
Additional qualifications or certifications in data protection law, corporate law, compliance, or other relevant fields are a plus.
Minimum of 8-10 years of legal experience, with at least 3-5 years in a senior legal role or managerial capacity.
Experience in facility management contracts, EPC’s, Energy performance contracts would be advantageous.
Extensive experience in commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and litigation.
Proven track record in managing complex legal issues and advising senior management.
Strong understanding of corporate law, employment law, intellectual property, and regulatory matters.
Excellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skills.
Strong leadership abilities and experience managing a legal team.
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects effectively.
High attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
Proactive and solution-oriented approach to legal issues.
Strong business acumen and ability to understand the strategic goals of the business.
Integrity and the ability to handle confidential information.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
Fluency in English and Arabic.