Head of Legal

4401

  • Dubai
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
About The RoleWe are seeking a dynamic and pragmatic Head of Legal to build and lead 44.01’s legal function as a true partner to our mission-led, fast-scaling business. As Head of Legal, you will serve as a strategic thought partner to our leadership, owning legal risk management, enabling commercial outcomes, and helping shape our global operating model. You will also be the first point of legal contact across the organisation, advising on commercial, corporate, regulatory, and contractual matters which are often first of their kinds. This is a unique opportunity to help define the legal backbone of a high-growth, purpose-driven company operating at the intersection of technology and climate.What You'll Do
  • Serve as the chief legal advisor to the executive team, contributing to strategy, risk, compliance, and commercial decisions.
  • Lead and run our in-house legal function and manage day-to-day legal workflows.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts including NDAs, partnership agreements, CO2 offtake agreements, service contracts, procurement terms, ESOPs, IP licenses, and investment documentation.
  • Act as the go-to legal partner to our Commercial, Engineering, Finance and other teams, embedding legal strategy and compliance into deal structuring, negotiations, project development, and operations
  • Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations across multiple jurisdictions (UAE, Oman, UK, Norway and others as we grow).
  • Support board meeting preparation, corporate filings, and liaise with external corporate secretaries as required.
  • Assist in protecting our IP, knowhow, and trade secrets and ensure compliance with data privacy laws.
  • Manage relationships with external law firms and specialists across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Support on legal matters involving international jurisdictions, joint ventures, and grant or funding agreements.
  • Ensure legal compliance across areas such as privacy, environmental reporting, and import/export regulations.
Who You Are
  • You are a qualified solicitor with 4+ years’ post-qualification experience, ideally with both top-tier law firm training and in-house experience in climate, energy, infrastructure or high-growth sectors with hard assets.
  • You are skilled in commercial contracts, governance, compliance, and cross- border legal issues.
  • You are proactive, solution-oriented, commercially savvy, and confident in advising senior stakeholders.
  • You see the law as an enabler, not a blocker.
  • You take ownership, work independently, balance legal risk with business goals, and are comfortable advising senior leadership in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
  • You are a strong communicator who works collaboratively across functions, are values-driven, and thrive in a high-ownership culture.
  • Passionate about climate action and excited to apply your legal expertise to a mission that truly matters.
What's in it for you?
  • A competitive salary and an opportunity to have a stake in the business
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Be part of a team that will invest in your career growth
  • An opportunity to make a difference and join a high-potential start-up
  • A chance to be at the forefront of the fight against climate change
About usAbout 44.01:44.01 eliminates CO2 by turning it into rock. Our pioneering technology accelerates the natural process of CO2 mineralisation to remove captured CO2 permanently in less than 12 months. Our process is safe, scalable, and last forever.We are a purpose-driven, innovative business where every member of our team has a direct impact in achieving our mission is to offer safe and affordable CO2 mineralisation worldwide.Find out more here:Core Values:Continuous LearningRelentless experimentation, fast failure, and curiosity are the foundations of how we innovate.We break down challenges into small, testable hypotheses.We are never satisfied with the status quo and are always looking for ways to do things better.OwnershipIf something needs doing, we do it.We take initiative, we take risks, and we empower each other to take on complex challenges.We don’t let fear of failure stop us - the worst thing is not to try.IntegrityWe act with honesty and transparency.We do not choose the easy option if it would compromise our values.We never forget our commitment to the planet, each other and 44.01.CollaborationWe roll up our sleeves and get our hands dirty.We work together with trust, openness, and respect.We challenge candidly, assume positive intent and move forward once decisions are made, even when we disagree with them.

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