Corporate Lawyer

Founded in 2006, Kaizen AMS is a top Property Management and Owners' Association firm in Dubai. It delivers end-to-end real estate solutions, including Property and Community Management, Lease Management, Handover Services, and Investment Advisory. Managing a portfolio worth AED 20 billion+ across 210+ projects, we partner with major developers like Emirates REIT, Dubai South, Al Futtaim, Al Fardan, Binghatti, and Select Group. As the first ISO 9001:2015 certified company in our industry, we set the standard for quality and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive legal guidance on corporate transactions, governance, contracts, mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property, and employment matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements to safeguard the interests of Kaizen AMS.
• Ensure full compliance with UAE laws and regulations, and represent the company in legal proceedings, arbitration, or negotiations.
• Oversee the collection process and enforcement of liens, ensuring that the organization's legal and financial rights are protected.
• Offer expert advice on employment matters, labor law compliance, employee contracts, and workplace policies.
• Conduct ongoing legal research to stay current with regulatory changes and emerging legal risks.
• Identify potential areas of legal exposure and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Provide guidance on official communications, notices, and interactions with stakeholders to ensure that all organizational activities are legally sound.
• Ensure that Kaizen AMS adheres to corporate governance standards under Federal Decree-Law No. 32 of 2021 and other relevant UAE regulations.
• Develop and implement governance frameworks aligned with regulatory requirements, including SCA and ESCA.
• Advise on Board composition, director independence, shareholder rights, and corporate decision making processes.
• Oversee compliance with corporate social responsibility initiatives and internal governance policies.
• Monitor and ensure adherence to all applicable UAE federal and local regulations, including anti money laundering (AML), counter terrorism financing (CTF), and data protection laws.
• Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory authorities to maintain the company's compliance status.
• Implement processes and policies to proactively manage regulatory obligations and ensure operational integrity.
• Manage legal disputes efficiently, using litigation or alternative dispute resolution methods where appropriate.
• Represent Kaizen AMS in arbitration, mediation, and other negotiation processes.
• Develop strategies to resolve disputes in a timely and cost effective manner while protecting the organization's reputation and interests.
• Lead initiatives to educate staff and management on legal requirements, corporate governance, and compliance obligations.
• Conduct training sessions, workshops, and awareness programs to foster a culture of legal responsibility and ethical standards.
• Maintain and update legal resources to support staff in making informed, compliant decisions across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) required; passing the Bar exam is a must.
• UAE or Lebanon licensed legal practitioner preferred.
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in corporate law, preferably within UAE or GCC jurisdictions.
• Strong knowledge of UAE corporate, labor, intellectual property, and regulatory laws.
• Proven experience in corporate governance, compliance, contracts, and dispute resolution.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating effectively across teams.