Creator.Group:Jobs: Legal Counsel at Marketing.MBA

Marketing.MBA, a member of the Creator Group, is not just a marketing agency – we are the architects of market leaders.

Our mission is to propel companies to the top of their industry and establish them there for the long term. Through our proven strategies and innovative approaches, we've succeeded in turning unknown entrepreneurs into number-one brands and securing their positions as market leaders.

Our ideas are not only creative but also unique and precisely tailored to the individual needs of each client. This has allowed us to prove time and again that our methods are both effective and sustainable.

We are looking for talented team members who share our vision and want to help us grow further. At Marketing.MBA, you’ll become part of a dynamic team that is always striving to deliver the best results for our clients. You’ll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, expand your skills, and play a key role in the growth of our agency.

We look forward to getting to know you and shaping the future of marketing together.

Why you’ll love working with us:

• Shape the future of market leaders: Play an active role in helping businesses become and remain industry leaders.

• Innovative environment: Thrive in a creative workplace where new ideas and approaches are encouraged.

• Learn from the best: Collaborate closely with experienced marketing experts and benefit from high-quality training and development opportunities.

• Diverse projects: Dive into a wide range of exciting projects that let you grow your skills across multiple areas of marketing.

• Support for your growth: Receive strong support in your professional and personal development.

• Cutting-edge technologies: Use the latest tools and technologies to work efficiently and effectively.

• Flexibility & work-life balance: Enjoy flexible working hours and a company culture that values balance and well-being.

• Attractive compensation: Benefit from competitive pay, bonuses, and perks that recognize and reward your performance.
  

Become part of our team and provide essential legal and organizational support to help our leadership make sound, strategic decisions.

As a Legal Counsel, you will work closely with our Chief Legal Officer  and executive teams and play a key role in ensuring legal clarity, compliance, and operational efficiency for the success of our clients and our agency.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Legal Communication & Information Management – Critical Function

• Provide daily legal updates to the Chief Legal Officer and senior management in a clear, concise, and actionable format.

• Prepare and send brief explanatory messages summarizing regulatory updates, contract statuses, and risk items.

• Maintain consistent documentation and communication updates in internal tools such as Wrike, Monday.com, Notion, or the company’s DMS.

• Ensure real-time visibility of legal matters across stakeholders by logging progress, deadlines, and dependencies.

• This function is a core requirement of the role, and strong communication, tracking, and follow-through abilities are essential for success

2. Regulatory Compliance & Corporate Governance

• Manage annual and recurring compliance requirements across DMCC, DIFC, International Jurisdictions such as US and UAE Mainland jurisdictions.

• Liaise with government and free zone authorities to ensure timely submissions, license renewals, ESR, UBO, and other filings.

• Proactively monitor regulatory developments in UAE and recommend relevant updates.

3.  Corporate Restructuring & Entity Management

• Lead end-to-end coordination for new entity setups, shareholder changes, board resolutions, capital changes, and other company amendments.

• Act as the legal point of contact for DMCC, DIFC, and UAE Mainland authorities on corporate matters.

4. M&A & Investor Support

• Collaborate with the CLO and management on M&A due diligence, investor onboarding, and capital-raising legal processes.

• Manage confidentiality, data room access, investor communications, and structuring documentation.

5. Contract Lifecycle Management

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts (NDAs, Shareholders Agreement, Service Agreements, SaaS, Vendor, MoUs, employment terms, IP assignments, etc.).

• Support risk assessment and stakeholder alignment through risk memos and internal explanations.

6. External Counsel & Stakeholder Liaison

• Serve as the primary liaison with external legal advisors and law firms across jurisdictions.

• Consolidate input and coordinate legal deliverables between internal and external stakeholders.

7. Legal Document Management

• Maintain structured documentation repositories (e.g., Google Drive, Dropbox, or DMS tools).

• Ensure proper execution, stamping, notarization, and archiving of legal documentation.

8. Cross-functional Legal Support

• Support the CLO on special projects, legal training, compliance communications, and ad hoc advisory.

• Manage legal-related communications on behalf of CLO with stakeholders such as Group Chairman and document updates in Wrike or designated systems.

What We’re Looking For:

Qualifications & Experience

• Law degree (LLB or equivalent). LLM is a strong plus.

• 3–6 years of legal experience in corporate/commercial law, within the UAE.

• Demonstrated hands-on experience and exposure to free zones (DIFC/DMCC/ ADGM) and mainland compliance.

• Experience working with M&A, investors, or startup ecosystems is advantageous.

Skills & Attributes

• Fluent in English.

• Proficient in contract drafting, risk analysis, and legal research.

• Excellent organizational, stakeholder communication, and follow-up skills.

• Independent, self-motivated, and able to operate under minimal supervision.

Tech & Tools

• Proficient with MS Office Suite, Google Workspace, contract tracking systems, legal research databases (LexisNexis, Westlaw), and project management tools (e.g., Wrike, Notion).

What to Expect at Marketing.MBA as Paralegal Support:

• Remote & Flexible: Enjoy the freedom and trust of a fully remote work environment with flexible hours that let you do your best work – wherever you are.

• Own Your Impact: Take responsibility, contribute proactive legal support, and see your work make a real difference. We embrace challenges and welcome your initiative and innovative mindset.

• Connected Team: Remote doesn’t mean working alone. We value strong team spirit and foster it through regular check-ins, collaboration, and virtual team events.

• Lifelong Learning: Your development matters to us. Access our extensive online course library to keep growing your legal and professional skills.

• Fun & Team Culture: Be part of a supportive and friendly company culture with regular coffee talks and a vibrant virtual office atmosphere.

• Career Growth: We offer clear opportunities for advancement and support you in reaching your long-term career goals in the legal field.

• Inspiring Projects: Work on a variety of dynamic and challenging legal support tasks that will develop both your legal knowledge and organizational skills.

Ready to join a passionate team and make a meaningful contribution as Legal Counsel? We’re excited to hear from you – apply now!

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