Legal Inhouse Counsel
TLDR
Draft and negotiate contracts, guide compliance, develop corporate legal policies, and manage an intellectual property portfolio.
CEQUENS is a leading cloud communication platform in the Middle East and Africa region and is dedicated to simplifying communications and building bridges to allow businesses to communicate with their customers, no matter where they are. The company provides Omni-Channel communication API’s enabling enterprises and developers to communicate with their customer base worldwide..
CEQUENS is seeking a Legal Inhouse Counsel to join its growing team onsite in Cario (Hybrib). Reporting to the Head of Legal the Legal inhouse Counsel will provide support to the legal department and assist in managing the company's legal affairs.
Responsibilities
· Draft, review, and negotiate various legal documents, including contracts, leases, and service agreements.
· Perform legal research and analysis to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
· Coordinate with external counsel to ensure timely and cost-effective completion of legal matters.
· Participate in company meetings and provide legal guidance as needed.
· Maintain accurate legal records and documentation.
· Develop and implement corporate legal policies and procedures.
· Assist in managing the company's intellectual property portfolio.
Requirements
Requirements
- · Bachelor's degree in Law / Master's degree or diploma in law
- · 4+ years of experience in a inhouse legal role, preferably in the telecommunications / Tech industry.
- · Excellent knowledge of Egyptian Law with a wider Knowledge of UAE/Saudi Arabian/MENA laws.
- · Excellent legal research and writing skills.
- · Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- · Knowledge of commercial and business law.
- · Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- · Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Cequens builds a robust communication platform that empowers businesses to engage their customers through a variety of channels. Our suite of APIs—including SMS, WhatsApp for Business, and voice solutions—enables seamless, personalized interactions for clients in banking, digital payments, healthcare, and more across the MEA region and beyond. What sets us apart is our AI-powered approach and a vast international partner network that ensures reliable and secure communication.
- Founded
- Founded 2011
- Employees
- 51-200 employees
- Industry
- Diversified Telecommunication Services
- Total raised
- $53M raised