Legal Counsel (UAE)
Legal Counsel (UAE)
- 1 Vacancy
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Offer Salary
$200,000.00 - $350,000.00 /yearly
For Freelance
No
Job Description
An international real estate company is seeking a skilled Legal Counsel to join their UAE team. The role is suited for a qualified legal professional with proven experience across regulatory, commerc...
An international real estate company is seeking a skilled Legal Counsel to join their UAE team. The role is suited for a qualified legal professional with proven experience across regulatory, commercial, and corporate legal matters in the GCC region.
Key Responsibilities:• Prepare contractual and commercial risk assessments and support during the pre-tendering stage.
• Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of legal documents, including FIDIC agreements.
• Advise on company policies, statutory compliance, and internal governance procedures.
• Support legal aspects of corporate governance, including licensing, renewals, and restructuring.
• Provide legal support to HR, finance, tax, and operational teams on contractual and risk matters.
• Monitor legal/regulatory changes across UAE & KSA and conduct gap analyses.
• Manage dispute resolution support including strategy and liaising with external counsel.
• Improve contracting workflows, legal templates, and documentation practices.
Requirements:• Bachelor's degree in Law; advanced legal qualifications preferred.
• Bar admission is a plus.
• Minimum 3 years of legal practice in the GCC, with experience in UAE & Saudi Arabia.
• Fluency in English required; Arabic is a plus.
• Familiarity with UAE/KSA laws, corporate governance, and compliance frameworks.
• Background in real estate or engineering consultancy firms is preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and travel if required.
This is a full-time, permanent position (Monday to Friday) offering broad legal exposure across corporate and commercial matters. Ideal for candidates seeking growth in a globally respected real estate firm.
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Job Overview
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Location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Offered Salary
$200,000.00 - $350,000.00 /yearly
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Industry
Legal -
Date Posted
2 weeks ago