Company Secretary / Legal & Compliance Officer – Temp

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Company Secretary / Legal & Compliance Officer – Intern to support our legal and secretarial functions across the organization and its group companies. This role is ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals looking to gain hands-on legal and compliance experience in the UAE.

Qualifications

• Company Secretary or Law Graduate (LLB)
• 6 months – 1 year of experience in legal compliance within the UAE
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently, with a high level of accuracy and professionalism

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all existing and new legal cases for the company and its group entities.
• Coordinate with external advocates and legal counsel regarding all legal matters and court cases.
• Monitor case updates through official UAE court websites and portals.
• Attend virtual court hearings on behalf of the company and brief management on proceedings and outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records of case developments, judgments, and hearing schedules.
• Draft and review responses to legal notices and prepare required legal submissions for UAE courts.
• Coordinate with court-appointed experts and legal counsel for case materials and documentation.
• Attend expert meetings and provide required documents, clarifications, and support.
• Liaise with internal departments (including Finance) to gather information for legal and compliance matters.

Reporting To

The Chairman

Key Deliverables

• Regular status reports for all ongoing legal cases
• Timely responses to legal notices and court requirements
• Accurate and up-to-date legal documentation and case files
• Smooth coordination with internal teams and external stakeholders

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Contract
Contract length: 4 months