Corporate Legal Counsel

About WhiteCrow

We are global talent research, insight, and sourcing specialists with offices in the UK, USA, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Dubai, and India. Our international reach has helped us to understand and penetrate specialist markets at a global level. In addition to this, our service is also extended to complement our client's in-house talent acquisition teams.

About our client

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.

About the role

• 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.

As a Corporate Legal Counsel, you will be responsible for...

Corporate and Regional Support

• Assisting in reviewing corporate processes and documentation within Egypt.
• Supporting legal coordination and compliance efforts across the MENAT region.
• Maintaining and updating corporate records and filings in accordance with internal and regulatory requirements.
• Supporting corporate secretarial functions across the region and ensure timely documentation.

Contract Management and Documentation

• Drafting, reviewing, and revising legal documents including but not limited to contracts, NDAs, service agreements, B2B/B2C agreements, and purchase orders.
• Collaborating with internal teams and external counsel to ensure contractual terms meet legal and business objectives.
• Maintaining organized records of executed agreements and develop standardized templates.

Governance and Compliance

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

Legal Advisory and Communication

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

Regulatory and Governmental Affairs

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

What you already have...

• 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.