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Highlight #10 of Hydrogen's 2024 Middle East Legal Mini-Series! This year, the Middle East legal market has once again proven itself to be a dynamic and cosmopolitan hub. At Hydrogen, we’re incredibly proud to have represented exceptional talent from across the globe , placing candidates from the UK, Canada, Australia, Germany, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Kuwait into the GCC region. The opportunities in the region continue to grow, spanning a wide range of practice areas. In 2024 alone, we’ve helped lawyers advance their careers in corporate, commercial, IP, employment, litigation, investigations, projects, shipping disputes, arbitration, FS regulatory, and finance (wealth management). It’s been an honour to collaborate with international banks, management consultancies, government bodies, aviation organisations, and top-tier international and regional law firms. A heartfelt thank you to all of our incredible candidates and clients for trusting us with your journeys and (we hope!) enabling you to thrive in a changing world. Here’s to more success stories in 2025 and beyond! #MiddleEastLegal #DiversityInLaw #LegalOpportunities #HydrogenGroup #GlobalLegalTalent Hydrogen Group Pooja Mahbubani

Highlight #9 of 2024 from Hydrogen's Middle East Legal Team! A huge thank you to Theresa N. Chikwendu, AM.CIoD for sharing her valuable insights in our webinar: “Your Personal Brand: How to Stand Out." in collaboration with the ACC "Women in the House". Her advice really resonated with me and I have taken heed ever since: "When you're building your personal brand, you have to think about your authentic voice, but also craft a brand story and a brand presence and understand why it's important to you."

✨ Highlight #8 – Our Webinar Series with the ACC Women In the House Network! This series has been a true highlight for us, and we’d like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Yosr Hamza for introducing us to ACC MENA - Association of Corporate Counsel and #ACCWITH, as well as for her unwavering support and encouragement. Our most recent webinar on leadership featured two inspiring General Counsel, Francesca Gori and Rima Hadid. Thank you both for sharing your invaluable insights, which resonated deeply with our audience and provided advice that will guide many on their professional journeys. We are excited to continue these amazing partnerships into 2025! Hydrogen Group Rowena To #Leadership #ACC #WomenInLaw #GeneralCounsel #LegalCommunity #CareerGrowth

🎄 The week before Christmas is here, and we're excited to share Highlight #7 – our 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬! This interview series reflects what we aim to achieve Hydrogen Group which is to help our clients and candidates thrive in a constantly changing world. It has been a true pleasure speaking with Mohammad Abandah, whose insights on the future of law and legal careers in the Middle East are truly inspiring. A big thank you to Mohammad for participating and sharing his valuable perspective. Stay tuned for more Changing World Interviews with visionary General Counsel in 2025! 🌟 Press play below to hear Mohammad’s thoughts, and find the full interview in the comments. #LegalInnovation #ChangingWorld #GeneralCounsel #MiddleEast #LegalCareers #HydrogenGroup #legalcounsel

Highlight number 6 of 2024 - Expanding Legal Teams Across the GCC We are proud to have partnered with leading international and regional law firms and organizations to help grow their legal teams across the GCC region. The demand for top-tier legal talent continues to rise, and we're currently working on the below mandates. Please contact me at rowenato@hydrogengroup.com for more details and a confidential conversation about your next career move. #LegalRecruitment #GCCopportunities #LawFirmCareers #InHouseLegal #HydrogenGroup

Holiday Highlight #5: As promised, here’s our 5th Holiday Highlight! We’d like to take a moment to thank Ravi Gill and Dr. Radwa Elsaman, SJD for sharing their inspiring journeys and offering valuable advice to the next generation of female lawyers. Your insights are truly empowering! A big thank you to everyone who has supported our Women In Law Interview Series. We look forward to bringing you more inspiring interviews in 2025! Link to the full interviews are in the comments. #WomenInLaw #HolidayHighlight #Inspiration #NextGeneration #LawLeadership #ThankYou Hydrogen Group Rowena To

4th Installment of Our 2024 Highlights! We want to take a moment to shine a spotlight on the inspiring contributions of Anna Szyndler and Michelle Nelson in our "Women in Law" series. A huge thank you to both Anna and Michelle for sharing your stories, insights, and advice. Your journeys to leadership continue to inspire women across the legal profession and beyond. "My advice to those starting their legal careers is that hard work is essential, but in today’s world, it’s also crucial to be resilient, proactive and open-minded. The legal world is evolving, so it’s crucial to stay alert to change and seek out opportunities, even if they’re outside your comfort zone." Anna Szyndler "Having role models and mentors at all stages of your career is really important. Chose them carefully however! Remember to be yourself and enjoy the journey - because it is a great one!" Michelle Nelson To everyone who has tuned in and supported the series, thank you for helping us celebrate the incredible women making an impact in law. Links to full interviews in comments below. #WomenInLaw #Leadership #Inspiration #LegalIndustry #ThankYou

Second installment of Our 2024 Highlights Mini-Series! Rowena To In 2024, the UAE market continues to 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞, driven by a diverse economy, strategic investments in key sectors, and a focus on innovation and sustainability. Key highlights include: 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡 & 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐮𝐛: The UAE remains a regional leader in technology and innovation, with Dubai and Abu Dhabi hosting numerous startups, tech events, and incubators. Key areas of focus include AI, blockchain, and fintech, with major investments from global tech players like Microsoft, which continues to support the country’s AI and data science initiatives. 𝐂𝐫𝐲𝐩𝐭𝐨 & 𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡: The UAE’s crypto and blockchain ecosystem is set for continued growth. A strong regulatory framework, increasing adoption, and a supportive environment for innovation ensure the UAE remains a global crypto hub, with evolving regulations from the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority [VARA] Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA), which provides clear guidelines for crypto businesses. 𝐆𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐚 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧: The Golden Visa program has expanded to include more categories such as outstanding students, exceptional talents, and high-net-worth individuals. This offers long-term residency (5 to 10 years) for skilled professionals, entrepreneurs, and investors, enhancing business stability and expansion opportunities in the UAE. The UAE is positioning itself as a global leader in tech, crypto, and innovation, attracting top talent and investments across industries. #UAE2024 #TechInnovation #Crypto #AI #Blockchain #GoldenVisa #InvestmentOpportunities #UAE