Corporate Legal Counsel

Our client vision is to be the world’s best performing snacks-led powerhouse, unleashing the full potential of their differentiated brands.

Powered by their strategy to Differentiate, Drive & Deliver, they are a leading company in global snacking, international cereal and noodles, and North America frozen foods, with iconic, world-class brands and strong underlying growth momentum and profitability.

Our client purpose is to create better days and a place at the table for everyone through their trusted foods brands.

As part of this purpose, they are committed to advancing sustainable & equitable access to food by creating Better Days for 4 billion people by the end of 2030.

Role Description:

• We are seeking a qualified and experienced Corporate Legal Counsel to join our Legal team in Egypt.
• This middle management role supports corporate legal operations across Egypt and support MENAT region, with a focus on contract management, governance, regulatory compliance, and internal advisory.
• The successful candidate will report directly to the Head of Legal and act as a legal business partner to internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

Corporate and Regional Support

• Assist in reviewing corporate processes and documentation within Egypt.
• Support legal coordination and compliance efforts across the MENAT region.
• Maintain and update corporate records and filings in accordance with internal and regulatory requirements.
• Support corporate secretarial functions across the region and ensure timely documentation.

Contract Management and Documentation

• Draft, review, and revise legal documents including but not limited to contracts, NDAs, service agreements, B2B/B2C agreements, and purchase orders.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external counsel to ensure contractual terms meet legal and business objectives.
• Maintain organized records of executed agreements and develop standardized templates.

Governance and Compliance

• Assist in implementing internal governance policies and monitor compliance.
• Conduct legal research and support risk assessments related to business decisions.
• Identify potential legal risks and escalate issues to the Head of Legal with recommended solutions.

Legal Advisory and Communication

• Provide clear explanations of legal terms and obligations to internal stakeholders.
• Provide legal opinion and consultations to internal stakeholders.
• Act as a liaison between the legal department and other business units.
• Prepare legal summaries and reports for senior legal review.

Regulatory and Governmental Affairs

• Support corporate matters including GAFI documentation and authentication processes.
• Liaise with governmental authorities regarding licensing and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure adherence to company HSE policies and contribute to legal compliance in risk assessments.
• Handle external law firms and corporate secretariate work and have the ability to draft bilingual OGMs, EGMs and BoDs.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Law (LL.B.) or Juris Doctor (J.D.) with a minimum grade of “Good”.
• Master of Laws (LL.M) or equivalent postgraduate qualification is a plus.
• 4 – 7 years of experience in corporate law within a reputable law firm or multinational organization.
• Admitted to the Egyptian Bar Association.
• Fluent in English and Arabic (written and spoken).
• Strong knowledge of contract law, corporate governance, licensing, and regulatory frameworks.
• Familiarity with GAFI procedures and governmental dealings.
• Litigation experience is a plus.

Skills and Competencies

• Legal research, drafting, and negotiation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• High attention to detail and sound judgment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).