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Axiom · 1 week ago

Compliance & Corporate Counsel - MENA

Detroit, MI

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ 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.

ComplianceConsultingLaw EnforcementLegalProfessional Services

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

Glassdoor3.6

Axiom is where high-caliber legal talent meets full-service law firm work.

Founded in 2000

New York, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees

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

David McVeigh

Chief Executive Officer

CJ Saretto

Chief Technology Officer

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