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Axiom · 21 hours ago

Lead Counsel, Middle East & North Africa

Detroit, MI

Full-time

Hybrid

Lead/Staff

$200K/yr - $200K/yr

10+ years exp

Axiom is a global leader in high-caliber, on-demand legal talent, and they are seeking experienced attorneys to support a global F500 automobile manufacturer. The role involves providing legal support on cross-border transactions, compliance with regional laws, and developing policies for clinical operations.

ComplianceConsultingLaw EnforcementLegalProfessional Services

Responsibilities

Support business leaders on cross-border transactions, organizational changes, third-party arrangements, and a variety of commercial agreements used across the region

Provide guidance on privacy, data governance, and information-handling practices, including the review of internal and external notices, data-related obligations, and incident-response requirements

Partner with compliance and operational teams to navigate regulatory frameworks, assess legal risk, and ensure adherence to applicable regional laws, including those relating to consumer protections, competition, and product-related requirements

Support the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure consistent, compliant, and efficient clinical operations

Qualification

Licensed attorneyPrivacyData protectionCorporateCommercial lawFluency in ArabicNegotiation skillsAdvisory skillsStakeholder managementCommunication skills

Required

Licensed attorney in good standing with 10+ years of experience with working knowledge of privacy and data protection requirements applicable in regional markets

Background in corporate and commercial law with experience supporting businesses operating across the Middle East and North Africa; experience in the GCC is highly valued

Strong negotiation, communication, and advisory skills, with the ability to manage diverse stakeholders and balance multiple priorities