Paralegal/legal Assistant

Palmon Group We are seeking a skilled and experienced Paralegal to join our dynamic team at Palmon Group. This role requires a professional with extensive real estate expertise who can provide comprehensive paralegal support across real estate, leasing, corporate, and commercial matters within the UAE market.

• Perform comprehensive due diligence on properties, contracts, and title deeds, ensuring full compliance with UAE regulations and legal requirements
• Draft, review, and track legal documents including SPAs, lease agreements, sales contracts, tenancy agreements, heads of terms, and NDAs
• Organize and manage legal documentation, filings, and contract archives with meticulous attention to detail
• Maintain regulatory and legal compliance databases
• Liaise professionally with diverse clients including investors, tenants, landlords, and stakeholders, addressing legal inquiries with clear communication
• Coordinate effectively with external counsel, internal teams, and government authorities
• Conduct thorough legal research and analyze precedents and case law relevant to real estate transactions
• Provide accurate legal insights to support internal teams and decision-making processes
• Stay current with UAE real estate laws, corporate regulations, and legal frameworks
• Assist with lease administration including rent collection procedures, eviction proceedings, and lease renewals
• Support deal execution including document signing, notarization, and corporate secretarial matters
• Provide paralegal support for ongoing projects and litigation matters as required

• Minimum 3 years of UAE experience as a paralegal or legal assistant within a reputable law firm, real estate company, or corporate legal department
• Proven track record in real estate and commercial transactions
• Bachelor's degree required; legal qualification (LLB or equivalent) is advantageous but not mandatory
• Experience as a Company Secretary in a publicly listed company or equivalent corporate governance experience preferred
• In-depth knowledge of UAE legal systems and real estate regulatory frameworks
• Strong understanding of UAE real estate laws and legal procedures
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and legal research databases
• Professional communication skills with ability to interact confidently with senior executives
• Skilled in drafting, document management, time management, and negotiations
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong collaborative approach with ability to work independently when required
• Fluency in English is essential; Arabic proficiency preferred but not required