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A key member of the internal audit team, this role is responsible for ensuring that our organization's financial and operational activities are in compliance with established standards and policies.

This specialist will oversee the entire audit process, from planning and execution to reporting and follow-up. They will work closely with other departments to identify areas of risk and develop strategies to mitigate them.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing and reviewing detailed audit reports and plans
• Conducting meetings with management and other stakeholders to discuss audit findings and recommended actions
• Developing and implementing corrective action plans to address identified weaknesses
• Providing training and guidance to audit staff on best practices and regulatory requirements
• Staying up-to-date with changes in laws and regulations affecting internal audit functions

To be successful in this role, you will need a strong background in accounting, finance, or a related field, as well as excellent communication and analytical skills.

Experience in internal auditing or a related field is highly desirable, as is proficiency in relevant software applications.

A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field is required; a Master's degree is preferred.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Category: Internal Audit
• Department: Security & Monitoring
• Nationality: UAE Only
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Schedule: Full-time

We are pleased to offer an exciting career path for a Legal Counsel in Dubai, UAE.

This role offers diverse engagements and opportunities for growth through various projects.

• Key Responsibilities:
• Advising on contractual and corporate matters
• Managing corporate governance of clients' offshore entities, including trusts and foundations
• Delivering internal and external presentations
• Building and maintaining client relationships

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills in English
• Consistency, organization, proactivity, and diligence
• Independent and collaborative problem-solving abilities
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university (preferably from the UK)
• Coordinating multiple projects simultaneously

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package based on experience and expertise

About Our Approach:

We take a partner-centric approach to our clients' issues, enabling decision makers to act decisively while navigating risks and uncertainties.

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JOB DESCRIPTION
To provide support on a wide range of corporate governance, company secretarial, policies and processes and regulatory matters. Key role performing duties of a highly sensitive and confidential nature. The job holder must have sound knowledge of corporate governance and corporate administration requirements and reporting.

Job Purpose
JOB DESCRIPTION
To provide support on a wide range of corporate governance, company secretarial, policies and processes and regulatory matters. Key role performing duties of a highly sensitive and confidential nature. The job holder must have sound knowledge of corporate governance and corporate administration requirements and reporting.
Key Accountabilities

• Provide reliable and effective support on corporate governance and corporate secretarial matters and requirements, taking initiative in identifying and resolving problems and issues.
• Coordinate and assist with queries and requests received by the Corporate Secretariat Department to ensure that all matters are dealt with efficiently and appropriately.
• Provide advice corporate governance best practices, policy development, and risk management (from a governance perspective).
• Manage, maintain, and keep under review the department’s operating procedures, internal and global policies, guidelines and charters and ensure they are always up to date and in line with the applicable laws and regulations.
• Conduct regular reviews of corporate governance practices within the Company and identify areas for improvement.
• Prepare reports on corporate governance matters for the line manager and department head, and provide clear analysis and recommendations.
• Coordinate the Company’s global policies process and provide support on the creation, review, maintenance and approval of global policies pursuant to the applicable protocols with different departments and functions at the Company’s Corporate Head Office.
• Maintain the department’s Corporate Governance Handbook and framework applicable at Group level, provide guidance to functions, regions and business units on corporate governance requirements pursuant to the framework.
• Manage, coordinate and review internal governance workflow requests received by the department, ensure that all requirements are met, and facilitate approvals.
• Prepare, manage and maintain Group Corporate Governance manuals and calendars for different entities managed by the department, in line with DP World’s corporate governance requirements and the applicable regulations.
• Prepare and draft corporate governance documentation, corporate resolutions, constitutional documents and corporate secretarial correspondence.
• Manage and maintain the Insider Lists, system, notifications and Insider requirements in line with the applicable laws and regulations.
• Provide support in relation to online virtual data rooms and electronic databases used for the storing and sharing of documents, under the department’s purview.
• Provide corporate governance support as required by the department in relation to transactions and projects.
• Assist with the preparation of materials and presentations for meetings of subsidiary boards managed by the department. This requires not only efficient administrative support but also contribution towards ensuring accurate content, which requires a high level of attention to detail.
• Always act as an ambassador for DP World when working; promoting and demonstrating positive behaviors in harmony with DP World’s values and culture; ensuring the highest level of safety is applied in all activities; understanding and following DP World’s Code of Conduct and Ethics policies
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
  

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent level preferred in relevant areas of study (e.g. Business Administration, Corporate Governance, Law).
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in a corporate governance / secretariat department, law firm or legal department in a multinational organization.
• Membership of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (ISCA) is desirable.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft products and familiarity with a variety of Company Secretariat software, and corporate data management systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to work with sensitive and confidential information are a requirement of this role.
• Enjoys working as part of a small but integral team that supports a variety of stakeholders across the globe.
• Requires well developed planning and organizing skills and the ability to perform well under pressure.
• Enjoys working independently and uses own initiative to support other members of the Department.
  

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

• Employment typeFull-time

• Job functionOther
• IndustriesTransportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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Black Pearl is seeking a Governance Manager for a leading engineering firm. You will design and uphold best-in-class governance practices, support Board and committee processes, and ensure transparent decision-making aligned with strategic objectives.

• Develop and implement a Corporate Governance Framework aligned with UAE Corporate Governance Code and the firm’s strategic priorities.
• Manage the full governance cycle for the Board of Directors and executive committees: draft agendas, prepare briefing materials, record minutes, and track action items.
• Provide expert advice on governance best practices, stakeholder engagement, and ESG trends to the Board and senior management.
• Draft, review, and update governance policies, charters, codes of conduct, and related documentation.
• Coordinate annual Board and committee performance evaluations; identify areas for improvement.
• Liaise with legal advisors, regulators, and auditors on governance matters and ensure compliance with disclosure requirements.
• Monitor regulatory developments in corporate governance and integrate new requirements into existing practices.
• Design and deliver training sessions on governance, ethics, and sustainability for Board members and executives.
• Prepare governance disclosure reports and sustainability updates for regulatory filings.

To be considered for this role, you need to meet the following criteria:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Law, Corporate Governance, Business Administration, or related field. Master’s degree or governance certification (e.g., ICSA CGP) preferred.
• Experience: 5-7 years in a governance role, ideally within utilities, infrastructure, or government-linked entities; proven track record supporting Board and committee functions.
• Technical Skills: Extensive knowledge of UAE corporate governance regulations and ESG reporting standards. Proficiency with board-management platforms and governance portals.
• Core Competencies: Exceptional organizational and facilitation skills, strategic thinker, high integrity, strong interpersonal and advisory capabilities.
• Languages: Fluent in English (required); Arabic preferred.

Disclaimer: Please note that Black Pearl will never ask any of its candidates for any payment in exchange for our services. Our service is free to candidates, and the recruitment fee is paid by our clients. If you receive any requests for payment claiming to be from Black Pearl, please report and contact us via email.

• Fluent Arabic speaker

Join a dynamic legal team as a seasoned lawyer to support the company's legal operations and enhance its reputation as a regional leader in creating memorable experiences.

• Role Summary

A proactive and strategic legal professional is required to analyze complex corporate and compliance issues, provide guidance on regulatory matters, and coordinate legal team deliverables. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of post-qualification experience in corporate law and strong understanding of UAE corporate, securities, civil, and commercial laws.

• Corporate Governance & Compliance: Analyze and advise on complex corporate and compliance issues referencing constitutive documents of legal entities and applicable UAE laws and regulations.
• Regulatory & Risk Management: Provide guidance on risk mitigation and regulatory obligations liaising with authorities such as Dubai Economy and Tourism, Securities and Commodities Authority, Dubai Financial Market, etc.
• Treasury and Capital Markets: Advise on debt and equity financing, capital market transactions, treasury operations, and financial instruments.
• Dispute Resolution: Support litigation, arbitration, and investigations in collaboration with internal and external counsel.
• Transactional Support: Assist with M&A, joint ventures, financing agreements, and commercial contracts.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Legal Operations: Collaborate with stakeholders, draft and review legal documents, interpret legal matters, and deliver legal training.
• External Coordination: Supervise external legal advisors and leverage data and technology for legal workflows.

• Education: LLB or equivalent; LLM or additional certificates are a plus.
• Experience: 5+ years post-qualification experience in corporate law either in-house or law firms serving sophisticated clients.
• Expertise in UAE Laws: Strong understanding of UAE corporate, securities, civil, and commercial laws including regulations of SCA, DFM, and ADX.
• Skills: Excellent communication, drafting, negotiation, analytical skills, and ability to manage multiple projects independently.

• Join a friendly environment with diverse colleagues.
• Work in a collaborative and innovative legal team.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Legal Industries: Retail

Reporting to: Compliance & Master Data Director

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

At Sephora, beauty is about feeling seen, valued, and empowered, individually and collectively. It is connecting deeply with others, celebrating diversity and inclusivity, unlocking your potential and making a difference every day. Together, we belong to something beautiful.

Since its inception in 1969 in Limoges, France, and as part of the LVMH Group since 1997, Sephora has been disrupting the prestige beauty retail industry. Today, Sephora continues to break with convention to drive its mission: champion a world of inspiration and inclusion where everyone can celebrate their beauty.

With 56,000 employees in 35 countries, we connect customers and beauty brands within the world’s most passionate beauty community. With a curation of nearly 500 brands, and our own label, Sephora Collection, we offer the most unique and diverse range of products: fragrances, makeup, hair care, skincare. and much more.

You will excel and enjoy this position if you are ready to actively handle the following missions:

• To enter data from various source documents into the computer system for processing, here on the Authorities online system related to suppliers and products.
• Notification of Sephora Own Brand and Exclusive brands- prepares source data for computer entry by compiling and sorting information from regulatory documents such as ingredients lists / excel sheets prepared by the brands.
• Establishing entry priorities from brands and suppliers.
• Enters data in the online systems by inputting alphabetic and numeric information on keyboard according to screen format of the online system.
• Maintains data entry requirements/complies with data integrity.
• Check completed work for accuracy.
• Lead times for product notifications.
• Store completed documents in designed locations.
• Maintain the registration tracking files with certificates numbers and validity dates.
• Help and Support on the labelling Back and Forth exchanges with the brands and creation of artworks.

Do not hesitate to apply if you have:

• Bachelor’s degree in science, pharmacy, regulatory affairs.
• 1 to 2 years in regulatory affairs and cosmetic industry, preferably in retail or FMCG.
• Proficiency in planning tools (RELEX, SAP, Oracle, etc.) and Microsoft Excel/Power BI.
• Strong communication, cross-functional collaboration, and stakeholder management.
• Data input, Ownership & Execution Focus.
• Collaborative Communication.

Here, you will find:

• Community. In which authenticity is embraced, and the strength of our differences fuels our collective spirit.
• Culture of Empowerment. Learning & growth, that offers you the tools, space and opportunity to learn, innovate and lead.
• Work that Brings Fulfilment. From delighting clients every day, to inspiring our industry at large, every action makes a difference.

Join us and belong to something beautiful

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Regulatory Affairs Coordinator to support regulatory activities at our UAE-based manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for compiling and coordinating product and site-specific regulatory dossiers for submission to global health authorities, including support for GMP audits. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with Quality Assurance (QA), manufacturing, and technical teams at the site, as well as regional regulatory teams. Experience with local UAE and GCC regulatory requirements is preferred, with an understanding of global CTD requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collate, compile, and review regulatory dossiers for product and site registrations in various international markets, including GMP audit dossiers.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance of all documentation submitted.
• Review and verify the correctness and regulatory alignment of Artwork (AW) prior to submission.
• Act as a key liaison between regional regulatory teams and site-based technical functions (QA, QC, Production, Engineering).
• Coordinate technical responses and ensure timely resolution of queries raised by health authorities during or post submission through regional RA teams.
• Maintain an organized and up-to-date archive of all regulatory submissions made from the site.
• Implement proper version control, submission tracking, and document retrieval protocols.
• Monitor submission timelines and follow up with internal teams to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• Ensure alignment with both international regulatory expectations and local UAE / GCC requirements.
• Provide regular status updates on submissions and queries to the Head of International Regulatory Affairs.
• Support documentation requests for internal audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.

CANDIDATE EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors or masters degree in pharmacy (preferred)
• 2 to5 years of experience in Regulatory Affairs, ideally in a manufacturing or site-based setting within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Preferred : Experience with handling guidelines of UAE Ministry of Health (MoHAP), GCC-DR, Oman, Bahrain, or other Gulf regulatory bodies.
• Practical knowledge of CTD / eCTD dossier formats and GMP audit preparation.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Strong communication, collaboration, and coordination skills across technical and regulatory functions.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and document management capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to dynamic regulatory requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and document control systems.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and handling regulatory queries.

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