Head of Legal
NDA | Dubai (relocation required) | Office
We are seeking a senior legal professional to lead and scale the legal function of a proprietary trading firm operating across jurisdictions and asset classes. This is a hands-on and strategic leadership role - ideal for a "playing coach" with deep experience in high-risk, tech-driven sectors.
Key Responsibilities
  • Act as the company's chief legal officer and advisor to the CEO
  • Lead legal strategy across IP, corporate, labor, contract, and regulatory law
  • Set up and scale the in-house legal & compliance team (2–3 headcount + external)
  • Support global structuring, licensing, and M&A activity
  • Own legal aspects of commercial agreements (exchanges, brokers, LPs)
  • Oversee litigation, IP protection, and tax optimization using IP assets
  • Build legal processes, policies, and risk protocols from scratch
  • Interact with regulators across UAE (DFSA, ADGM, VARA) and beyond

Candidate Profile
  • 15–20 years legal experience, 12+ in leadership
  • Track record in hi-risk sectors: crypto, fintech, betting/gambling, etc.
  • Legal foundation from Big Law / ILF / Big 4 / top-tier legal firms
  • Strong exposure to common law IP and tax law frameworks
  • Litigation or courtroom experience in DIFC or Mainland UAE (preferred)
  • Fluent English
  • Fluent Russian
  • Cultural fit with founder-led, fast-paced, engineering-driven environment

What We Offer
  • Competitive fixed monthly comp (Dubai level)
  • Full relocation package (visa, housing, family support)
  • Comprehensive medical coverage, office perks, meals
  • Discretionary annual bonus, potential for long-term incentives