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Axiom · 1 week ago

Compliance & Corporate Counsel - MENA

positionDetroit, MI
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
date8+ years exp

Axiom is a global leader in high-caliber, on-demand legal talent, and they are seeking experienced attorneys to support a global Fortune 500 company near Detroit. This role involves providing legal and compliance guidance across the Middle East and North Africa region, advising on cross-border transactions, privacy, data governance, and partnering with compliance teams.

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Responsibilities

Advise business leaders on cross-border transactions, organizational matters, third-party relationships, and commercial agreements across the region
Provide guidance on privacy, data governance, and information-handling practices, including internal policies and regional compliance obligations
Partner with compliance and operational teams to navigate regional regulatory frameworks, assess legal risks, and support adherence to applicable laws
Support the development and implementation of policies and procedures to promote consistent, compliant, and efficient business operations

Qualification

Licensed attorneyPrivacyData protectionCorporateCommercial lawFluency in EnglishNegotiation skillsAdvisory skillsArabic languageCommunication skills

Required

Licensed attorney in good standing with 8+ years of experience, including knowledge of privacy and data protection requirements in regional markets
Background in corporate and commercial law, with experience supporting businesses across the Middle East and North Africa; familiarity with GCC markets is a plus
Strong negotiation, advisory, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities
Fluency in English

Preferred

Fluency in Arabic

Benefits

Health benefits
401K
Professional development resources
Learning and development programs

Company

Axiom

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Axiom is where high-caliber legal talent meets full-service law firm work.
dateFounded in 2000
location
New York, New York, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
http://www.axiomlaw.com

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$28M
Key Investors
Permira
2019-09-06Corporate Round
2013-02-06Series Unknown· $28M

Leadership Team

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David McVeigh
Chief Executive Officer
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CJ Saretto
Chief Technology Officer
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