23 Legal jobs in Oman
Graduate Legal Counsel - Tech Sector
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Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is very widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Our customers include the world's leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders in many sectors. The company is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office-based roles. Teams meet two to four times yearly in person, in interesting locations around the world, to align on strategy and execution.
The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing.
We are expanding our in-house legal team, creating an opportunity for an exceptional recent graduate as junior Legal Advisor or junior Legal Counsel. The successful candidate will be a rigorous and effective practitioner with a track record of academic achievement and social engagement. At Canonical they will have the opportunity to work on a variety of transactional matters in the technology and enterprise software realm, as well as the contracts that underpin global employment, contracting and partnerships. In this appointment we are more focused on ability than experience; the position is open to applicants with a relevant degree, but does not have a requirement for extensive work experience. The successful candidate will work closely with our in-house legal team and colleagues worldwide.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate good commercial judgment as well as being organized, efficient, and capable to provide high quality legal and commercial advice. We are looking for a rigorous work ethic, detailed analysis, conscientiousness, and the ambition to identify opportunities for improvement.
Location : This role is home based in Europe, the Middle East, Africa or the Americas, with the option of our London office.
The role entails
- Report to our global general counsel
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts with customers and vendors in many countries across the globe
- Provide legal support to various internal clients across the company, including Canonical's sales organization
- Interface with cross-functional teams to support company initiatives
- Utilize Canonical's contract management system to ensure accurate data is maintained for signed contracts
- Work with local counsel in many countries to seek and implement advice
- An exceptional academic track record from both high school and university
- A degree in law, JD or equivalent, and active license to practice law or current progress towards that
- Drive and a track record of going above-and-beyond expectations
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-cultural environment
- Effective both independently and as part of a team
- A passion for technology evidenced by personal initiatives and projects
- Professional written and spoken English with excellent drafting and presentation skills
- Confidence to respectfully speak up, exchange feedback, and share ideas without hesitation
- Appreciative of diversity; polite and effective in a multicultural multinational organization
- Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability
- Thoughtfulness and self-motivation
- Result-oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitments
- Ability to travel twice a year, for company events up to two weeks long
- Experience in commercial transactions, intellectual property, or corporate law
- Leadership and the ability to influence others to embrace new ideas or practices
- Understanding of the open source software community and values
- Understanding of the technology industry - silicon, data centers, PCs, connected devices, and software
- Experience working on in-house legal team and/or law firm
We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognize outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus or commission. We provide all team members with additional benefits which reflect our values and ideals. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.
- Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
- Annual compensation review
- Recognition rewards
- Annual holiday leave
- Maternity and paternity leave
- Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform
- Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
- Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events
Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open-source projects and the platform for AI, IoT, and the cloud, we are changing the world of software. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence; in order to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Most colleagues at Canonical have worked from home since our inception in 2004. Working here is a step into the future and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.
Canonical is an equal opportunity employer
We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.
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Tax & Legal Services, Graduate Programme, Oman, 2025
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At PwC, we measure success by our ability to create the value that our clients and our people are looking for. Our reputation lies in building lasting relationships with our clients and a focus on delivering value in all we do. We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with more than 236,000 people who are committed to delivering world-class capabilities and quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. Established in the region for 40 years, PwC Middle East employs over 4,200 people across 12 countries. Complementing our depth of industry expertise and breadth of skills is our sound knowledge of local business environments across the Middle East region. Our tailored solutions help our clients meet the challenges and opportunities of doing business in the Middle East market and beyond.
Job Description & Summary
Do you want to drive projects that can change an entire country or region? Join us on our Tax & Legal Services Graduate Programme and be part of a human-led, tech-powered future. Tax & Legal Services is the foundation upon which our clients' projects can run. It’s where transparency is created, businesses are evaluated and advice is given. Each of our Tax & Legal Service Graduates have a different journey. Let us help shape yours!
You might be wondering what a Tax & Legal Services role involves. We help each client achieve their potential, reporting on different objectives based on country laws or helping clients with tax disputes. Over the two years, you’ll learn how to investigate problems and provide accurate legal advice, provide solutions for tax or compliance implications, and draft legal documentation, specific to each client and their needs.
Human-led, Tech-powered
You might think Tax & Legal Services is all about numbers and laws, but that’s not all that it means. At PwC Middle East, it’s about navigating your way through complex procedures, understanding laws from around the world, and unearthing effective solutions. Our teams go above and beyond to understand the problems our clients face and provide relevant, effective advice. Our clients need to follow processes and procedures, and Tax & Legal Services is the reason they can.
Discover your future with us
We’re looking for versatile graduates with a real interest in problem-solving. You need to have a logical approach and be confident in asking questions. You should also be:
- A recent or final-year undergraduate on track for a 3.2 GPA or equivalent in a STEM, Accounting, Finance or Economics degree subject area
- Fluent in English with a preference for native Arabic language skills (spoken and written)
During the programme, we’ll help you develop your client management, data analysis and research skills, so it’s important that you’re willing and keen to learn and drive your own development.
You will also become part of our Pathway to Manager program (P2M). This focuses on the first 5 years of your time with us, enabling rapid growth in core managerial, technical and soft skills earlier on in your career as well as working towards your professional qualification. The programme is built on four core pillars:
- Enhanced work experience
- Tax & Legal Skills Specific training
- Professional qualifications
- Enhanced Career coaching Framework
We’ll also offer a wide range of employee benefits differing by location, including:
- Flexible working model
- Holistic wellbeing initiatives and programmes
- Medical cover and life insurance
Hiring Locations: Egypt, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia (Riyadh, Jeddah and Al Khobar), UAE (Dubai and Abu Dhabi), Lebanon, Palestine
Start date: Depending on your graduation date, you will be aligned with either our January or September 2025 intake.
We are PwC Middle East
Our business makes change happen. With around 8,000 people across 12 countries in the Middle East, you’ll play a part in building a human-led, tech-powered future. We operate regionally, connecting more than 295,000 people across the globe, bringing together unique knowledge and experiences.
At PwC, we are a community of solvers, where every individual plays an important role in shaping the future of our firm, clients and communities. We seek individuals who excel in their roles and embody our core behaviours, working together to create a better tomorrow. Our commitment to Trusted Leadership and Distinctive Outcomes, from our PwC Professional framework, defines how we deliver on our purpose and strategy, serving our clients and living our values in every interaction. Trusted Leadership emphasises building trust, delivering sustained outcomes, and demonstrating courage and honesty, especially during challenging times. Distinctive Outcomes focus on excellence, collaboration, and inclusiveness, ensuring our work adds value, meaning, and purpose. By integrating these principles into our daily operations, we ensure that our efforts are aligned with our values and objectives. Thus, we are looking for candidates who are self-aware, collaborative, committed to continuous learning, and dedicated to delivering quality and integrity.
Ready to transform the Middle East? Submit your application today.
Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Business Tax, Communication, Corporate Tax Planning, Customs Brokerage, Customs Regulations, Customs Tariffs, Customs Valuation, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Inclusion, Indirect Tax, Indirect Tax Controversies, Input Value Added Tax (VAT), Intellectual Curiosity, International Taxation, Optimism, Tax Accounting, Tax Dispute Resolution, Tax Documentation, Tax Litigations, Tax Modeling, Tax Preparation {+ 7 more}
Travel Requirements
0%
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
No
Government Clearance Required?
No
For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.
#J-18808-LjbffrLegal Executive | Group Legal | Corporate Services
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Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United A”rab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.
By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.
We are currently seeking an experienced Legal professional to join our Group Legal Team in the capacity of Legal Executive.
Overview of the role
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Legal Executive with at least two years of relevant experience to join our dynamic legal team. This role is ideal for individuals who have gained hands-on experience in legal support and are looking to continue developing their career in a fast-paced and professional environment.
What you will do
Legal Research
- Conduct legal research on Omani law, including precedents and case laws, and any other relevant areas of law as directed by senior team members.
Document Drafting and Review
- Assist in drafting legal documents, contracts, memoranda, resolutions and reports. Review and organize legal documents for accuracy and completeness.
Administrative Support
- Maintain case files, legal documents, and correspondence. Organize and manage legal paperwork and assist in preparing documents for court filings, meetings, and hearings.
Client Communication
- Assist with client communication, including gathering information, scheduling meetings, and ensuring all legal inquiries are addressed promptly.
Regulatory Compliance
- Support the team in ensuring compliance with relevant local laws, regulations, and corporate policies.
Meeting Preparation
- Assist in preparing materials for legal meetings and negotiations, taking notes, documenting minutes of meetings conducted by legal department or as advised by senior legal and assisting with follow-up actions.
General Legal Support
- Provide general administrative support to senior legal team members, including calendar management, filing, and maintaining legal databases.
- Liaise with external law firms for contract negotiations or to obtain legal opinions.
- Assist the legal team in managing litigation, arbitration, and regulatory investigations.
Coordination with External Counsel
- Assist the legal team in coordinating with external law firms on dispute matters.
Status Reporting
- Prepare and update status reports on all aspects of the legal department, including ongoing cases, projects, and any relevant developments.
- Attend all dispute litigation matters, including criminal, labor-related, and consumer complaints, to support the legal team in their management and resolution.
Required skills to be successful
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in both Arabic and English.
- Excellent research and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
- High level of attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Understanding of Omani laws and regulations
What equips you for the role
- Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent from a recognized university.
- 2-3 years of experience in a legal environment (previous positions in law firms or legal departments).
We’re here to provide excellent service but a little help from you can ensure a five-star candidate experience from start to finish.
Before you click “apply”: Please read the job description carefully to ensure you can confidently demonstrate why this opportunity is right for you and take the time to put together a well-crafted and personalised CV to further boost your visibility. Our global Talent Acquisition team members are all assigned to specific businesses to ensure that we make the best matches between talent and opportunities. We not only consider the requisite compatibility of skills and behaviours, but also how candidates align with our Values of Respect, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence.
As part of our candidate experience promise, we also want to make ourselves available to you throughout the application process. We make every effort to review and respond to every application.
#J-18808-LjbffrTax & Legal Services - Tax - Corporate Tax - Senior Manager - Muscat
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Established in the region for 40 years, PwC has around 12,000 people in 12 countries across the region: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, the Palestinian territories, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
Our regional team operates across the Middle East bringing international experience delivered within the context of the region and its culture. We can bring the collective knowledge and experience of more than 370,000 people across the entire global PwC network in advisory, assurance and tax to help you find the value you are looking for.
Job Description & Summary
A career within Corporate Tax services will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients meet their tax obligations while managing the impact tax has on their business. You’ll advise clients on their local and overseas tax affairs, while acting as a strategic consultant related to business analysis, managing working capital, and profit sharing for partners. You’ll also help organisations understand the pricing implications of goods and services between related parties, as well as providing advice on tax implications of deals.
Our team helps our clients improve their tax function to control risk and facilitate better decision making. You’ll focus on helping businesses with tax strategy, ensuring tax compliance, increasing post tax profits, and providing application support to achieve the best corporate tax practices.
To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.
As a Senior Manager, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:
- Encourage everyone to have a voice and invite opinion from all, including quieter members of the team.
- Deal effectively with ambiguous and unstructured problems and situations.
- Initiate open and candid coaching conversations at all levels.
- Move easily between big picture thinking and managing relevant detail.
- Anticipate stakeholder needs, and develop and discuss potential solutions, even before the stakeholder realises they are required.
- Contribute technical knowledge in area of specialism.
- Contribute to an environment where people and technology thrive together to accomplish more than they could apart.
- Navigate the complexities of cross-border and/or diverse teams and engagements.
- Initiate and lead open conversations with teams, clients and stakeholders to build trust.
- Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.
Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS), Business Tax, Business Tax Returns, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Conducting Research, Consulting, Controlled Foreign Companies (Taxes), Corporate Tax Planning, Creativity, Document Management, Domestic Restructuring (Taxes), Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Financial Accounting, Financial Advising, Financial Planning, Financial Risk Management, Inclusion, Income Tax Provisions {+ 48 more}
Travel Requirements
Not Specified
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
Yes
Government Clearance Required?
No
For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.
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Tax & Legal Services, Graduate Programme, Oman, 2025
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At PwC, we measure success by our ability to create the value that our clients and our people are looking for. Our reputation lies in building lasting relationships with our clients and a focus on delivering value in all we do. We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with more than 236,000 people who are committed to delivering world-class capabilities and quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. Established in the region for 40 years, PwC Middle East employs over 4,200 people across 12 countries. Complementing our depth of industry expertise and breadth of skills is our sound knowledge of local business environments across the Middle East region. Our tailored solutions help our clients meet the challenges and opportunities of doing business in the Middle East market and beyond.
Job Description & Summary
Do you want to drive projects that can change an entire country or region? Join us on our Tax & Legal Services Graduate Programme and be part of a human-led, tech-powered future. Tax & Legal Services is the foundation upon which our clients projects can run. It’s where transparency is created, businesses are evaluated and advice is given. Each of our Tax & Legal Service Graduates have a different journey. Let us help shape yours!
You might be wondering what a Tax & Legal Services role involves. We help each client achieve their potential, reporting on different objectives based on country laws or helping clients with tax disputes. Over the two years, you’ll learn how to investigate problems and provide accurate legal advice, provide solutions for tax or compliance implications, and draft legal documentation, specific to each client and their needs.
Human-led, Tech-powered
You might think Tax & Legal Services is all about numbers and laws, but that’s not all that it means. At PwC Middle East, it’s about navigating your way through complex procedures, understanding laws from around the world, and unearthing effective solutions. Our teams go above and beyond to understand the problems our clients face and provide relevant, effective advice. Our clients need to follow processes and procedures, and Tax & Legal Services is the reason they can.
Discover your future with us
We’re looking for versatile graduates with a real interest in problem-solving. You need to have a logical approach and be confident in asking questions. You should also be:
- A recent or final-year undergraduate on track for a 3.2 GPA or equivalent in a STEM, Accounting, Finance or Economics degree subject area
- Fluent in English with a preference for native Arabic language skills (spoken and written)
During the programme, we’ll help you develop your client management, data analysis and research skills, so it’s important that you’re willing and keen to learn and drive your own development.
You will also become part of our Pathway to Manager program (P2M). This focuses on the first 5 years of your time with us, enabling rapid growth in core managerial, technical and soft skills earlier on in your career as well as working towards your professional qualification. The programme is built on four core pillars:
- Enhanced work experience
- Tax & Legal Skills Specific training
- Professional qualifications
- Enhanced Career coaching Framework
We’ll also offer a wide range of employee benefits differing by location, including:
- Flexible working model
- Holistic wellbeing initiatives and programmes
- Medical cover and life insurance
Hiring Locations: Egypt, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia (Riyadh, Jeddah and Al khobar), UAE (Dubai and Abu Dhabi), Lebanon, Palestine
Start date: Depending on your graduation date, you will be aligned with either our January or September 2025 intake.
We are PwC Middle East
Our business makes change happen. With around 8,000 people across 12 countries in the Middle East, you’ll play a part in building a human-led, tech-powered future. We operate regionally, connecting more than 295,000 people across the globe, bringing together unique knowledge and experiences.
At PwC, we are a community of solvers, where every individual plays an important role in shaping the future of our firm, clients and communities. We seek individuals who excel in their roles and embody our core behaviours, working together to create a better tomorrow. Our commitment to Trusted Leadership and Distinctive Outcomes, from our PwC Professional framework, defines how we deliver on our purpose and strategy, serving our clients and living our values in every interaction. Trusted Leadership emphasises building trust, delivering sustained outcomes, and demonstrating courage and honesty, especially during challenging times. Distinctive Outcomes focus on excellence, collaboration, and inclusiveness, ensuring our work adds value, meaning, and purpose. By integrating these principles into our daily operations, we ensure that our efforts are aligned with our values and objectives. Thus, we are looking for candidates who are self-aware, collaborative, committed to continuous learning, and dedicated to delivering quality and integrity.
Ready to transform the Middle East? Submit your application today.
Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Business Tax, Communication, Corporate Tax Planning, Customs Brokerage, Customs Regulations, Customs Tariffs, Customs Valuation, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Inclusion, Indirect Tax, Indirect Tax Controversies, Input Value Added Tax (VAT), Intellectual Curiosity, International Taxation, Optimism, Tax Accounting, Tax Dispute Resolution, Tax Documentation, Tax Litigations, Tax Modeling, Tax Preparation {+ 7 more}
Travel Requirements
0%
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
No
Government Clearance Required?
No
For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.
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Legal Counsel
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talabat is part of the Delivery Hero Group, the world’s pioneering local delivery platform, our mission is to deliver an amazing experience—fast, easy, and to your door. We operate in over 70+ countries worldwide. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Delivery Hero has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2017 and is part of the MDAX stock market index.
Job Description
Commercial and Corporate Legal Affairs:
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and documents related to the Company’s business activities (services, suppliers, branding/marketing, leasing, vendors, confidentiality, IP, employment).
- Assist the senior legal manager in conducting legal research and drafting legal opinions regarding different legal matters.
- Assess potential legal risks and implications of contracts and bring them to management's attention.
- Legal Advisory: Provide expert legal advice on contractual, commercial, and legislative matters to business units and management.
- Support in-depth legal analysis of company projects and business initiatives to identify potential risks and recommend compliance and mitigation solutions.
- Support research, drafting, and negotiation of legal documents related to Corporate Law, Commercial Law, Compliance, Contracts, Corporate Governance, and International Law.
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards, such as consumer protection, IP, food control regulations etc. conducting legal research and drafting legal opinions regarding different legal matters
- External Legal Coordination:
- Delegate and manage litigation cases or investigations with external law firms.
- Provide necessary evidence or documents to support external law firms, collaborating with relevant business units.
- Submit police reports, align and coordinate with government relations department, PA team
- Legal Risk Assessment:
- Provide guidance on potential legal risks associated with lawsuits and/or investigations to management and stakeholders.
- Local Law Firm Relations:
- Cultivate relationships with local law firms for prompt and relevant counsel.
- Seek assistance from local law firms in drafting and revising contracts posing regulatory or compliance risks.
- Regulatory Analysis:
- Conduct in-depth analysis of decisions, actions, or regulations initiated by local regulatory authorities that may impact the Company.
- Provide recommendations to ensure compliance and risk mitigation.
- Regulatory Response:
- Manage or support in responding to inquiries and/or investigations by local regulatory authorities, liaising with external law firms as needed.
- Represent the company before regulatory authorities when required.
- Regulatory Compliance:
- Evaluate regulatory authorization requirements and create compliance checklists for new products and projects as required.
- Bachelor's degree in law, additional qualifications such as an LLM are advantageous.
- Minimum of 4-5 years of progressive experience in a legal role, preferably within an e-commerce or technology-driven industry or an international law firm.
- In-depth knowledge of Omani laws and regulations for at least 2 years.
- Excellent project and time management, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities, with the capacity to assess legal risks, analyze regulatory requirements, and develop practical solutions to mitigate compliance risks.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Proactive, adaptable, and results-oriented mindset, committed to delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines and evolving regulatory environments.
- Fluency in English and Arabic is required.
Legal Counsel
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talabat is part of the Delivery Hero Group, the world’s pioneering local delivery platform, our mission is to deliver an amazing experience—fast, easy, and to your door. We operate in over 70+ countries worldwide. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Delivery Hero has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2017 and is part of the MDAX stock market index.
Job Description
Commercial and Corporate Legal Affairs:
● Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and documents related to the Company’s business activities (services, suppliers, branding/marketing, leasing, vendors, confidentiality, IP, employment).
● Assist the senior legal manager in conducting legal research and drafting legal opinions regarding different legal matters.
● Assess potential legal risks and implications of contracts and bring them to management's attention.
● Legal Advisory: Provide expert legal advice on contractual, commercial, and legislative matters to business units and management.
● Support in-depth legal analysis of company projects and business initiatives to identify potential risks and recommend compliance and mitigation solutions.
● Support research, drafting, and negotiation of legal documents related to Corporate Law, Commercial Law, Compliance, Contracts, Corporate Governance, and International Law.
● Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards, such as consumer protection, IP, food control regulations etc. conducting legal research and drafting legal opinions regarding different legal matters
Litigation Management:
● External Legal Coordination:
● Delegate and manage litigation cases or investigations with external law firms.
● Provide necessary evidence or documents to support external law firms, collaborating with relevant business units.
● Submit police reports, align and coordinate with government relations department, PA team
● Legal Risk Assessment:
● Provide guidance on potential legal risks associated with lawsuits and/or investigations to management and stakeholders.
● Local Law Firm Relations:
● Cultivate relationships with local law firms for prompt and relevant counsel.
● Seek assistance from local law firms in drafting and revising contracts posing regulatory or compliance risks.
Regulatory Affairs:
● Regulatory Analysis:
● Conduct in-depth analysis of decisions, actions, or regulations initiated by local regulatory authorities that may impact the Company.
● Provide recommendations to ensure compliance and risk mitigation.
● Regulatory Response:
● Manage or support in responding to inquiries and/or investigations by local regulatory authorities, liaising with external law firms as needed.
● Represent the company before regulatory authorities when required.
● Regulatory Compliance:
● Evaluate regulatory authorization requirements and create compliance checklists for new products and projects as required.
Qualifications
● Bachelor's degree in law, additional qualifications such as an LLM are advantageous.
● Minimum of 4-5 years of progressive experience in a legal role, preferably within an e-commerce or technology-driven industry or an international law firm.
● In-depth knowledge of Omani laws and regulations for at least 2 years.
● Excellent project and time management, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
● Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities, with the capacity to assess legal risks, analyze regulatory requirements, and develop practical solutions to mitigate compliance risks.
● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
● Proactive, adaptable, and results-oriented mindset, committed to delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines and evolving regulatory environments.
● Fluency in English and Arabic is required.
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The Legal Counsel is responsible for the effective and efficient management of the Legal department, provision of legal advisory services and ensuring effective management of legal and contractual risks.
Liaison with external legal counsel on drafting of Project Contracts that include ECPM Contracts, EPC Contracts, Raw material Contracts, Operation & Maintenance Contracts, Financing documentation etc.
Project Contract Negotiation and Review
Project Contract management
Regulatory compliance
Policy development and Litigation management
Academic qualifications and Experience requirement
LLB undergraduate degree;
A Masters degree will be an added advantage;
At least eight years legal experience ideally in a leading Organisation, with a proven track record in Project Contract negotiation and drafting; Project contracting agreements, Legal inputs on Project operations and Contract management.
Proven experience in drafting of other legal documents and agreements, litigation management including related drafting, legal opinions and advice on interpretation of statutes and contracts.
Experience in Project related Financing documentation with lenders, transaction structuring, advising business on legal risk and adoption of legal strategy.
Proven track record of providing accurate and effective legal counsel; and
Proven track record of adding value to an Organisation through the development of comprehensive contract documents that mitigate risk and penalties.
Key Responsibilities
1. Project Contract negotiation
o Review all Project contracts or any other documentation where the Company has committed itself and assess legal implications that need to be brought to the executive managements attention.
o Prepare, review and modify contractual instruments related to Project to assist and support various business activities.
o Negotiate, review and draft documentation for business transactions and prepare and advise on the necessary checklist to be adopted to ensure information is submitted on time.
2. Legal risk
o Review and provide legal advice on tender documents.
o Review ongoing cases and advice management accordingly.
o Liaise with relevant departments to ensure that where legal risks have been identified, appropriate courses of action have been taken.
o Provide legal protection and risk management advice to management especially on contract management.
o Provide and interpret legal information, conduct training and disseminate appropriate legal requirements to staff.
3. Policy development
o Review and advise management on legal implications of internal policies and procedures.
o Review and draft contracts, agreements and internal policies and ensure that they are in compliance withall statutory or legal requirements.
4. Litigation management
o Review progress of outstanding litigation and liaise with and manage external lawyers.
5. Regulatory compliance
o Formulate compliance check-lists to be used for the purpose of ensuring that all information required isprovided accordingly.
o Continuously monitor compliance with statutory obligations and advise management accordingly.
o Prepare monthly and quarterly reports for the department for executive management meetings.
Knowledge and Skills required
1. The candidate must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:
Strong leadership and managerial skills
Knowledge of Bespoke and FIDIC standards
Knowledge of market standard practices under EPCM and EPC contracts.
Excellent relationship management and communication skills necessary for interaction with the Government authorities, the Judicial system and negotiating parties
Demonstrate knowledge of, and experience with, laws dealing with government and/or commercial contract administration, particularly contract negotiation, preparation and administration
Ability to provide independent advice (orally and in writing) to senior level management on highly technical matters
Demonstrate success in managing and conducting a variety of litigation matters
Good planning and organization skills; and
Proven ability to delicately solve sensitive matters.
Tax & Legal Services - Tax - Corporate Tax - Senior Manager - Muscat
Posted 7 days ago
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Line of Service
Tax
Industry/Sector
Not Applicable
Specialism
General Tax Consulting
Management Level
Senior Manager
Job Description & Summary
A career within Corporate Tax services will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients meet their tax obligations while managing the impact tax has on their business. You’ll advise clients on their local and overseas tax affairs, while acting as a strategic consultant related to business analysis, managing working capital, and profit sharing for partners. You’ll also help organisations understand the pricing implications of goods and services between related parties, as well as providing advice on tax implications of deals.
Our team helps our clients improve their tax function to control risk and facilitate better decision making. You’ll focus on helping businesses with tax strategy, ensuring tax compliance, increasing post tax profits, and providing application support to achieve the best corporate tax practices.
To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.
Responsibilities
As a Senior Manager, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:
- Encourage everyone to have a voice and invite opinion from all, including quieter members of the team.
- Deal effectively with ambiguous and unstructured problems and situations.
- Initiate open and candid coaching conversations at all levels.
- Move easily between big picture thinking and managing relevant detail.
- Anticipate stakeholder needs, and develop and discuss potential solutions, even before the stakeholder realizes they are required.
- Contribute technical knowledge in area of specialism.
- Contribute to an environment where people and technology thrive together to accomplish more than they could apart.
- Navigate the complexities of cross-border and/or diverse teams and engagements.
- Initiate and lead open conversations with teams, clients and stakeholders to build trust.
- Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.
Education
Degrees/Field Of Study Required
Degrees/Field of Study preferred:
Certifications
Required Skills
Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS), Business Tax, Business Tax Returns, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Conducting Research, Consulting, Controlled Foreign Companies (Taxes), Corporate Tax Planning, Creativity, Document Management, Domestic Restructuring (Taxes), Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Financial Accounting, Financial Advising, Financial Planning, Financial Risk Management, Inclusion, Income Tax Provisions {+ 48 more}
Desired Languages
Travel Requirements
Not Specified
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
Yes
Government Clearance Required?
No
Job Posting End Date
#J-18808-LjbffrLegal Advisor
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Posted Date: 21-Mar-2024
Location: Oman, Muscat
10+ Years experience (Male/Female)
Legal Advisor will handle the legal areas of the Organization.
Key Responsibilities:
- Legal Consultation:
• Provide legal advice and support to the real estate team on various matters including property transactions, leasing agreements, zoning laws, and land use regulations.
• Conduct legal research to stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards affecting real estate operations.
• Analyze complex legal issues and provide strategic recommendations to mitigate risks and achieve business objectives. - Contract Drafting and Review:
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and legal documents related to real estate transactions, including purchase agreements, lease agreements, and deeds.
• Ensure that contracts comply with legal requirements, company policies, and industry standards.
• Identify and address any legal risks or potential liabilities in contracts and agreements. - Due Diligence:
• Conduct due diligence investigations on properties, including title searches, property surveys, environmental assessments, and zoning verification.
• Assess the legal implications of property titles, easements, encumbrances, and other relevant factors.
• Provide recommendations based on due diligence findings to mitigate legal risks and ensure compliance with regulations. - Regulatory Compliance:
• Monitor regulatory changes and updates related to real estate laws, zoning ordinances, building codes, and environmental regulations.
• Develop compliance strategies and policies to ensure that real estate activities comply with legal requirements and industry standards.
• Train real estate staff on compliance procedures and best practices. - Dispute Resolution:
• Assist in the resolution of legal disputes and litigation related to real estate matters, including landlord-tenant disputes, property damage claims, and contract breaches.
• Collaborate with external legal counsel as needed to represent the company's interests in legal proceedings.
• Negotiate settlements and alternative dispute resolution mechanisms to resolve conflicts efficiently and cost-effectively. - Risk Management:
• Identify and assess legal risks associated with real estate transactions and operations.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies and implement controls to minimize exposure to legal liabilities.
• Advise senior management on legal matters affecting business decisions and strategic initiatives.
Accommodation, Gratuity
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