Biography

Tessa is the General Counsel and Company Secretary at Amanat. Tessa Lee brings over 18 years of legal expertise (with 16 years in the UAE) and a rich background in governance, risk and compliance, corporate M&A, investments, real estate and capital markets specifically. She has previously held key in-house positions as General Counsel and Vice President of Legal, Risk & Compliance at Dubai World Trade Centre, Senior Vice President of Meraas Holding, and Board Company Secretary for Dubai Parks & Resorts PJSC; as well as private practice expertise from the Corporate & Financial Services sector within Clyde & Co Middle East. Tessa has played a pivotal role in developing effective legal structures in multiple jurisdictions, leading complex legal negotiations and building effective compliance strategies. Her work has not only supported the strategic objectives of the organisations she has been part of but also fostered robust legal compliance practices whilst building strong relationships with key stakeholders in the region. Additionally, she is a Hawkamah-certified Board Secretary, further evidencing her commitment to excellence in corporate governance.

Current Board Positions

Amanat Holdings PJSC

General Counsel & Company SecretaryExecutive

All Current Positions