Senior Counsel, Egypt

Senior Counsel, Egypt

Journalism jobs Cairo, EG, Egypt Full Time

Job Description

Uber is a technology company that is changing the way the world thinks about transportation. We are building technology people use everyday. Whether it’s heading home from work, getting a meal delivered from a favorite restaurant, or a way to earn extra income, Uber is becoming part of the fabric of daily life.



We are making cities smarter, safer, and more connected. And we are doing it at a global scale - energizing local economies and bringing opportunities to millions of people around the world. Our positive impact is tangible in the communities we operate in, and that drives us to keep moving forward.



At Uber, we pride ourselves on the amazing team we’ve built. The driver behind all of our growth, our bold and disruptive brand, and the game changing technology we bring to market is the people, who also make Uber an extraordinary place to work. Delivering a first class, on-demand transportation experience has created new competition in local transportation markets around the world that had not seen significant competition in decades. We are in over 500 cities worldwide, including 11 countries in the Middle East and North Africa region. That’s why we are looking for an experienced in-house counsel with a strong generalist background and proven track record of success to support and help lead our growing business in Egypt.



This is a once-in-a-career opportunity to join a global legal team integral to a preeminent technology company engaged in cutting edge technology, and focused on solving some of the biggest challenges in the world. You will report to the Legal Director for the Middle East and Africa region, and be based at Uber’s Egypt HQ in Cairo.

What You’ll Do



Be a trusted advisor to the business, and provide critical legal and strategic input on a wide range of complex and strategic business issues.Collaborate with management and EMEA legal colleagues to lead and effectively manage all transactional, litigation and regulatory matters. Demonstrated experience managing complex transactions, tax, competition and pricing issues, licensing and strategic partnership agreements is preferred. Partner closely with the Public Policy, and Communications teams to ensure strategic alignment and the successful execution of important regional initiatives. Evaluate general communications, press releases, often on deadlines in response to recent events, to ensure factual accuracy and compliance with applicable laws.



Who You Are

9+ years of legal experience. The ideal background includes a combination of private practice and in-house experience with a large technology or consumer facing company. A well-rounded generalist with strong management, regulatory and transactional experience supporting enterprise and sales organizations, product launch and implementation and overall business client management. Highly motivated, creative, entrepreneurial, and laser-focused on the details; able to juggle multiple projects at a time in a fast-paced environment, while collaborating as a team to stay in sync and working independently to get the job done. Strong academic credentials and a law degree from a top law school. Fluent in written and spoken Arabic and English, and a crisp writing style.Excellent business judgment and interpersonal skills (outgoing, down-to-earth, and with a good sense of humor). Demonstrated ability to thrive in high impact and high profile situations. Enthusiastic and knowledgeable about Uber.

PERKS



Employees are given Uber credits each month. The rare opportunity to help shape the strategic direction of the company in Egypt, and change the world such that everyone around you is using the product you’ve helped build. We are not just another social web app, we’re moving real people and assets, and reinventing transportation and logistics globally.Sharp and motivated co-workers in a fun office environment.

Comp & Benefits

Full-time salary negotiable based on experience, and equity compensation plan

you can apply through this link :

Apply Link

Ads

Job Summary

  • Date Posted : 6 years ago
  • Job Type : Full Time
  • Location : Cairo, EG, Egypt

About company

  • Company Name : Uber