Senior Director - Legal - Jumeirah Group & Corporate

United Arab Emirates

Dubai Holding

Legal Services

Full time

Non-Dislcosed

10+ Years

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Director to join Legal in Corporate

Develop and implement the legal strategy in alignment with the overall business goals of the hotel group.
Provide leadership and guidance to the legal team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
Review, draft, and negotiate a broad range of contracts and agreements, including vendor agreements, partnerships, and client contracts.
Provide legal support for real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, and development projects.
Monitor changes in laws and regulations affecting the hospitality industry.
Ensure compliance with relevant legal requirements, advise on regulatory matters and develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.
Oversee and manage legal disputes, litigation, and alternative dispute resolution processes.
Manage intellectual property matters, including trademarks, copyrights, and licensing agreements.
Identify and assess legal risks associated with business activities and protect and enforce the hotel group's intellectual property rights.
Oversee corporate governance matters, including board meetings, governance policies, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:
10 years (min) of post-qualification legal experience with leadership responsibilities.
Senior role(s) in an in-house legal function with an international luxury hospitality company or a recognized multinational blue-chip organization
Experience of working in an international capacity and a solid understanding of legal and jurisdiction differences across the markets (especially those of the Middle East and Asia).