[Remote] Lead Counsel, Middle East & North Africa

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. 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 company near Detroit. The role involves providing legal guidance on various commercial agreements and compliance with regional laws while supporting business leaders in cross-border transactions. 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 Skills • Licensed attorney in good standing with 7+ 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 • Fluency in English and Arabic is strongly preferred Benefits • Health benefits • 401K • Professional development resources • Learning and development programs Company Overview • Axiom is where high-caliber legal talent meets full-service law firm work. It was founded in 2000, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is Apply tot his job