Legal Counsel Global Corporate Finance and Islamic Banking
First Abu Dhabi Bank
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Experience
5 - 7 Years
Job Location
Education
Bachelor of Laws (LLB)(Law)
Nationality
Any Nationality
Gender
Not Mentioned
Vacancy
1 Vacancy
Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
Provide legal advice and support to business teams while aligning with FAB strategic and commercial objectives
Collaborate with the Head of Legal and Senior Legal Counsel to implement and maintain FAB Group legal policies and procedures
Deliver legal tasks and projects within agreed timelines and respond to assigned legal queries
Provide legal oversight and risk guidance to FAB subsidiaries and international branches for relevant products and services
Assist in managing litigation and disputes with customers and counterparties in the UAE and internationally
Represent FAB before courts, notaries public, court experts, police, and other authorities when required
Report litigation matters and provide timely updates to senior legal leadership and stakeholders
Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and legal documents to maximize legal protection and minimize risk
Prepare, update, and maintain standardized agreements, contracts, and terms and conditions in line with best practices and legal requirements
Support the review and enhancement of legal policies, processes, and standard documentation
Monitor legal and regulatory developments and provide updates on potential business impact
Share legal knowledge and best practices across the legal function and build strong working relationships with colleagues
Liaise with external authorities, regulators, and law firms to resolve legal matters efficiently
Prepare accurate and timely MIS and legal reports in line with FAB standards
Draft, review, and negotiate Islamic banking agreements and standard terms and conditions
Support Islamic finance transactions including syndicated loans, project finance, acquisition finance, real estate finance, asset finance, and restructurings
Work with external counsel and internal stakeholders on Islamic finance documentation and transactions
Support development and rollout of new Islamic banking products and services
Draft, review, and negotiate English and Arabic consumer and business banking documentation
Handle customer requests to amend standard documentation locally and internationally
Assist with dispute management and customer complaints across jurisdictions
Recommend improvements to legal policies and processes to enhance efficiency and turnaround times
Desired Candidate Profile
Bachelor s degree in Law
Master s degree in Law preferred
Strong experience in corporate finance and Islamic banking legal matters
Excellent English and Arabic language skills
Ability to work autonomously while managing complex and high-risk legal matters
Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills
Company Industry
- Banking
- Financial Services
- Broking
Department / Functional Area
- Lawyers
- Legal Advisors
Keywords
- Legal Counsel Global Corporate Finance And Islamic Banking
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First Abu Dhabi Bank
First Abu Dhabi Bank is the UAE s largest bank and one of the region s most prestigious financial institutions, offering a full range of corporate, investment, retail, private, and Islamic banking services. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, FAB is recognized for its strong governance, regulatory discipline, and commitment to delivering secure and innovative financial solutions across local and international markets.