Group Legal Counsel (Junior)

You are an experienced Group Legal Counsel (junior) joining the legal team of WizzFinancial group in Dubai. Reporting primarily to the Head of Legal/CEO/Director, you will provide legal support across the group's operations. This role is perfect for a detail-oriented, proactive, and commercially aware junior lawyer aiming to enhance their in-house experience in the dynamic FinTech sector. Your responsibilities will include assisting in drafting, reviewing, and amending commercial contracts such as NDAs, service agreements, and vendor agreements. It is crucial to ensure compliance with UAE laws, DIFC/ADGM frameworks, and other relevant financial regulations. Legal research on regulatory, contractual, and corporate matters across jurisdictions where the group operates is also part of your role. Additionally, you will help organize corporate documents, legal files, and compliance registers, as well as coordinate with external legal counsel on litigation, regulatory filings, and special legal projects. Monitoring legal and regulatory developments relevant to the group's operations and supporting internal stakeholders on legal queries and day-to-day business operations under the supervision of senior legal counsel are also key aspects of your responsibilities. Qualifications & Skills: - A Bachelors degree in Law (LLB); Masters or LLM is a plus. - 1-3 years of legal experience, preferably in commercial law or financial services. - Knowledge of UAE legal and regulatory frameworks, especially in FinTech, is advantageous. - Proficiency in legal drafting and research. - Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks. - Good interpersonal and communication skills. - Proficiency in English (written and spoken); Arabic is a plus. What We Offer: - Opportunity to grow with a leading FinTech group in the region. - Hands-on exposure to diverse legal matters in the fintech space. - Supportive and collaborative work environment. - Competitive salary and professional development opportunities.,