Director Legal Affairs, Dubai Customs

Provide strategic legal guidance and oversee legal operations within Dubai Customs to ensure compliance and mitigate legal risks.

Duties of A Director Legal Affairs

• Design the policies and procedures of the Legal Affairs Department.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with laws and regulations.
• Prepare and review all decisions and instructions issued by the UAE government and the Dubai government.
• Educating Dubai Customs stakeholders on the legal requirements related to their duties and responsibilities.
• Assess and provide advice on legal issues and risks associated with Dubai Customs operations.
• Monitoring & introducing legal amendments proposed by the Government of Dubai and the UAE.
• Representing Dubai Customs before governmental bodies within the country, external organizations and other relevant organizations to ensure that there is no harm to Dubai Customs services.
• Contributing to investigations related to violations of Dubai Customs laws and regulations.
• Referring cases to Dubai Courts when necessary.
• Follow up on the prosecution’s actions regarding all cases related to Dubai Customs and ensure that they are managed effectively and in a timely manner.
• Keeping stakeholders informed of developments in conflict situations and legal prosecutions.
• Participate in the process of settling disputes and lawsuit.
• Providing advice on inquiries related to signing sound contracts needed by contractors, consultants, suppliers and engagement In settling disputes.
• Review future contracts to ensure they are consistent with Dubai Customs rules and regulations and ensure their enforceability.
• Developing standards and guidelines for various legal documents such as employment contracts between Dubai Customs and its employees and purchase contracts.
• Performing any duties assigned by direct manager in a proper and timely manner.

Who Can Apply?

Qualification

• Degree in law, preferably with a
  specialization in trade & customs studies.
• Degree or diploma in business.

Experience

• 13-15 years of business related experience.

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