Velex Group

Joined in 2023
About Us
Velex is a privately held Technology Investment Advisory and Management Consortium, focusing on the markets in the Middle East and Africa since 1996.

Having over 27 years of experience and serving dozens of satisfied clients and stakeholders, Velex recently has transitioned its focus to Disruptive Technology businesses and managed to develop a number of highly professional teams and partnership networks, capable to handle any competent advisory and management volumes. We are also building and supporting a number of the Tech Start Ups through various platforms.

We mainly cover several industries, where digital transformations are fast growing - Financial Services & Banking; Hospitality & Gaming; Supply Chain & Logistics; Mobility; New Media & Entertainment, etc.

https://velexgroup.com/
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  • Velex Group
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    Senior Legal Manager

    Full Remote · United Arab Emirates · Product · 5 years of experience · B2 - Upper Intermediate
    As the primary legal advisor for Velex Advisory, the Senior Legal Manager will manage legal matters and ensure regulatory compliance across our African offices. With a strong focus on client services, this role involves advising on licensing, corporate...

    As the primary legal advisor for Velex Advisory, the Senior Legal Manager will manage legal matters and ensure regulatory compliance across our African offices. With a strong focus on client services, this role involves advising on licensing, corporate affairs, intellectual property, and other client-focused legal issues, especially within the tech space (fintech, AI, gaming, health tech, big data, etc.).


    Key Responsibilities

    • Client-Focused Legal Advisory:

      • Advise clients and internal stakeholders on legal matters including licensing, corporate affairs, and IP

      • Serve as a trusted legal partner for both internal teams and external clients

    • Legal Strategy & Compliance:

      • Develop and implement legal strategies that align with business goals and regulatory requirements across multiple regions

      • Ensure compliance with local and international laws, maintaining high corporate governance standards

    • Contract & Transaction Management:

      • Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements, particularly for cross-border and tech-related transactions

      • Lead negotiations to secure favorable outcomes for the company and its clients

    • Team Leadership & Oversight:

      • Supervise and mentor a multi-regional legal team, ensuring best practices in client service and legal support

      • Coordinate legal advisory efforts across Africa to maintain consistent standards and quality

    • Risk & Dispute Management:

      • Identify and mitigate legal risks and oversee dispute resolution, including litigation management when necessary

      • Stay current on evolving legal trends and tech industry developments to proactively manage potential issues


    Requirements & Qualifications

    • Education: LLB/ LLM from an accredited institution

    • Experience: 5+ years in corporate/commercial law, with at least 2 years in a leadership role managing legal teams

    • Advantage: At least 5 years in the tech industry (fintech, AI, gaming, health tech, big data, etc.) with proven experience in client services (licensing, corporate affairs, IP, etc.)

    • Skills: strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills

    • Ability to manage multi-regional legal challenges and lead client-centric initiatives



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