Short-term consultancy roles (typically 3–6 months, with common 6-month assignments) supporting telecoms and technology clients across the UAE, primarily Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Assignments involve advising on regulatory compliance, data protection, cybersecurity, e‑commerce and digital transformation matters for both public- and private-sector organisations.

This position sits within a global legal consultancy platform backed by a major international law firm, providing strong knowledge, training and professional-support resources while you work directly with client in-house teams. Roles are full-time on assignment with occasional flexible working arrangements where appropriate.

Minimum 7 years’ post-qualification experience, ideally from a top-tier law firm with a strong TMT practice
Proven experience advising on telecoms/technology matters including data protection, cybersecurity, cloud/digital transformation and regulatory compliance
Previous in-house experience in tech/telecoms and/or prior Middle East experience preferred; Arabic language skills advantageous
Consultant mindset: adaptable, client-facing, able to manage own development and work independently on fixed-term assignments
Valid practising certificate or local equivalent to permit legal practice in the region

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