Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsBoard-level role shaping a global HQSenior global legal leadership requiredAbout Our ClientA large-scale, international industrial organisation serving tier-one customers across global markets. The business operates a complex, multi-jurisdictional footprint and is entering a transformational phase following a change in ownership and the establishment of a new global headquarters.Job DescriptionAct as principal legal adviser to the CEO and BoardLead global legal, governance and compliance strategyOversee corporate governance, board processes and secretariat mattersLead compliance programmes covering anti-corruption, ESG, trade and data privacyProvide legal leadership on major commercial contracts and global transactionsManage litigation strategy and external counsel relationshipsBuild and lead a lean, high-performing global legal functionThe Successful ApplicantSenior in-house legal leadership experience in a global organisationExperience within industrial, manufacturing, mining or asset‑heavy sectorsProven credibility operating at Board and executive levelStrong grounding in corporate and commercial lawTrack record managing legal risk across multiple jurisdictionsCommercial, pragmatic and hands-on leadership styleWhat's on OfferOpportunity to shape a global legal function at a pivotal momentCentral role in establishing and embedding a new global headquartersDirect partnership with the CEO and Board on strategic decisionsExposure to complex international operations and transactionsHigh-impact leadership role with genuine influence on business directionContactIan PollingtonQuote job refJN-042026-7007674Job summarySectorLegalSubsectorGeneral Counsel - In-houseIndustryIndustrial / ManufacturingLocationDubaiContract typePermanentConsultant nameIan PollingtonJob referenceJN-042026-7007674
