VP - Corporate Registry & Governance (UAE National)

Our client is a prominent organization within the financial services sector, based in Dubai, seeking an experienced legal professional to join its team in a senior regulatory and corporate governance capacity.

The Role

- Oversee the administration and implementation of applicable corporate laws and regulations, ensuring alignment with relevant legal and regulatory requirements.

- Manage and oversee company incorporation, registration, continuation, striking-off and business activity classification processes.

- Provide legal and regulatory guidance on the interpretation and application of relevant legislation in registration and licensing matters.

- Support the implementation of risk-based compliance frameworks, coordinating regulatory inspections, reviews and enforcement actions where required.

- Contribute to corporate governance and committee functions, including the preparation of agendas, papers, recommendations and decision-making frameworks.

- Coordinate with internal stakeholders, government authorities and regulatory bodies on registration, licensing, compliance and information-sharing matters.

- Drive continuous improvement of registry systems, processes and service delivery, ensuring operational efficiency and accuracy of corporate records.

- Support the management and development of registry teams, providing operational oversight and ensuring compliance with applicable policies and information security requirements.

Client Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in Law or an equivalent legal qualification (mandatory).

- 5–8 years of relevant legal, regulatory, corporate or registry experience.

- Strong understanding of corporate and commercial legislation and the UAE regulatory environment.

- Knowledge of company registration, incorporation, licensing and corporate governance.

- Familiarity with AML/CFT, CRS, FATCA and Economic Substance Regulations.

- Exposure to both civil law and common law systems.

- Previous experience within a regulatory authority, free zone, government entity or professional services firm is preferred.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Arabic is strongly preferred.

- Strong analytical, organizational and stakeholder management skills.