Senior Legal Counsel

Millennium Hotels and Resorts MEA is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel for their regional office in Dubai Healthcare City. This role is crucial for providing high-level legal expertise and support, focusing on complex legal matters such as contracts, compliance, regulatory issues, and risk management. We are looking for a strategic and hands-on individual with significant regional experience, particularly in the hospitality sector.

Millennium Hotels & Resorts is a dynamic global hotel company with a significant presence in the Middle East & Africa, operating 50 hotels and with over 20 in the pipeline. Join our expanding team and contribute to our continued success.

If you are a seasoned legal professional with a passion for the hospitality industry and possess strong Arabic language skills, we encourage you to apply.

Company Overview

Millennium Hotels & Resorts llc is a dynamic, global hotel company, which owns assets, manages and/or operates over 145 hotels worldwide. With almost 40,000 rooms worldwide, the company is present on all continents with a portfolio of brands which serve different market segments, representing quality and value in every class. From a single property in Abu Dhabi, Millennium Hotels & Resorts, Middle East & Africa has expanded into various neighbouring destinations and is now recognised as one of the fastest growing regional hotel management companies in the Middle East & Africa. Along the way, the company has cultivated partnerships with reputable and respected owners. Millennium Hotels & Resorts, Middle East and Africa currently operate 50 hotels and has over 20 in the pipeline across the region.

Quick Details

• Salary Range: Not Specified
• Job Type: Full-time
• Qualifications: Bachelors Degree
• Experience: 10 Year+

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel to internal stakeholders, including executive management, on issues relating to compliance, risk mitigation, and regulatory matters.
• Support the business in developing and implementing the company’s legal strategy, aligning it with organizational goals and industry best practices.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts, including vendor agreements, partnership agreements, licensing, and service contracts.
• Develop and maintain contract templates and standardize processes to enhance efficiency and consistency in legal documentation.
• Oversee contract lifecycle management, ensuring timely renewals, amendments, and compliance with agreed terms.
• Identify potential legal risks across the organization, propose mitigation strategies, and ensure adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.

Requirements

• Around 15 years of relevant experience in the region, including in hospitality.
• Proficiency in Arabic language.
• Ability to be a self-starter, both strategic and hands-on.
• Strong understanding of complex legal matters, including high-stakes contracts, compliance, regulatory issues, and risk management.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a leading regional hotel management company.
• Exposure to a wide range of legal matters within the hospitality industry.
• Be part of a dynamic and growing team in a key regional office.