Capital Markets Lawyer (6 Months Project) Lisboa

Capital Markets Lawyer (6 Months Project)
Lisboa
Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal

Department: Legal

Employment Type: Contract

Location: Remote

Reporting To: Tommaso Pace

Description

About Tabby: Tabby is a leading
- 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
- users by providing secure, efficient, and
- friendly payment solutions.

Job Description

Position Overview: We are seeking a motivated and
- 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
  - 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.
  
  
  

• 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
  - 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
  - paced environment.
• A proactive and
  - oriented approach with strong organizational skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel to Dubai and Riyadh as required, even if primarily based remotely.