Junior Associate

JOB SUMMARY

The Junior Associate in the Legal Department will provide legal support across a broad range of matters, including contract review, corporate compliance, legal research, and administrative support. The role is ideal for a recent law graduate or early-career legal professional seeking to gain hands-on experience in a corporate legal environment.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

 Contract Management:

• Maintain organized records of executed contracts and related documentation.

 Legal Research & Advisory Support:

• Conduct research on applicable laws, regulations.
• Prepare legal summaries, memoranda, and briefing notes for senior lawyers.
• Assist in providing legal opinions on various business issues.

 Corporate Compliance:

• Support compliance with statutory, regulatory, and corporate governance requirements.
• Assist with company filings, licensing renewals, and documentation for regulatory bodies.

 Litigation Support:

• Coordinate with external counsel for ongoing cases.
• Collect and organize relevant case materials, evidence, and correspondence.
• Attend labour court hearings with the HR team.

 Administrative & Operational Support:

• Maintain legal files, templates, and document databases.
• Schedule meetings, prepare minutes, and track action items for the legal team.
• Translate Arabic documents to English or vice versa.
• Support in insurance placements for the company.

COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

Technical Competencies

Behavioral Competencies

Skills

LL.B.

Preferably licensed at Bar, but not mandatory.

Hardworking

Proactive

Motivated and wants to learn

Fluent in Arabic and English

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law
• 0–2 years of experience in legal, compliance, or insurance-related roles.
• Knowledge of corporate and insurance law, contract law, and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong research, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and legal research databases.