About Tabby: Tabby is a leading tech-enabled payment solution provider that is committed to simplifying the way businesses and consumers transact in the Middle East. Our innovative approach to the Fintech sector has positioned us as a key player in the industry. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences to our clients and end-users by providing secure, efficient, and user-friendly payment solutions. Job Description Position Overview: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented capital markets lawyer for a 6-month project engagement to support our dynamic team on a flagship capital market transaction for the Middle East region. The ideal candidate will have foundational experience in private practice, assisting with a wide range of securities offerings and other capital markets transactions. This role is a fantastic chance to experience the dynamic Middle East region while managing a flexible commitment through a defined project term.
Key Responsibilities
Corporate Governance readiness: Assist in preparing and reviewing key internal corporate documents, including updating corporate records, amending articles of association/bylaws, and helping to develop or refine internal governance policies.
Due Diligence Support: Play a key role in the internal due diligence process by gathering, organizing, and managing company information; assist in responding to due diligence enquiries from external counsel, underwriters, and other advisors.
Transaction Documents Assistance: Support in drafting and reviewing sections of relevant offering and transaction documents, particularly those relating to company-specific information.
Shareholders engagement: Assist in preparing materials for communications with existing shareholders and obtaining necessary consents or approvals; maintain records related to significant shareholder interactions.
Internal Coordination: Help coordinate with various internal departments (e.g., Finance, Operations, HR, Communications) to gather necessary information, ensure factual accuracy, and maintain consistency across disclosures.
Project Management: Helping to track key milestones, deadlines, and deliverables related to legal and regulatory workstreams.
Board & Committee Support: Assist in preparing materials, presentations, and minutes for board and relevant committee meetings.
Regulatory Compliance Assistance: Support in ensuring all conditions and regulatory requirements of the relevant stock exchange and authorities are met.
Marketing Material Review: Assist in the legal review of investor presentations, roadshow materials, and other communications for consistency and compliance with applicable regulations.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Qualified lawyer in a common law or civil law jurisdiction. Candidates who are qualified in both common law and civil law jurisdictions are particularly encouraged to apply.
1-3 years of post-qualification experience, with a significant portion gained in capital markets within a reputable private practice law firm. We may consider strong candidates who have not qualified yet, provided they have significant paralegal experience in capital markets.
Demonstrable experience supporting various stages of IPOs from a private practice perspective, including assisting with due diligence, document preparation, and exposure to regulatory filings and closing processes.
Good understanding of securities laws, regulations, and market practices in at least one major jurisdiction. Exposure to capital markets transactions in the UAE and/or KSA is desirable but not required.
Fluency in spoken and written Arabic (including legal Arabic) is highly advantageous but not required.
Strong analytical, drafting, and research skills with excellent attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively within a corporate team and liaise with external advisors.
Ability to learn quickly, manage tasks efficiently, and work towards deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
A proactive and solutions-oriented approach with strong organizational skills.
Willingness and ability to travel to Dubai and Riyadh as required, even if primarily based remotely.
Engagement Duration:
6 months (with potential to be extended), immediate start. This is expected to be a full-time engagement, although some flexibility is possible to accommodate other commitments.
