Legal Advisor

Job description:

JJob Title: Legal Manager

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and organized Legal Manager with strong knowledge of UAE labor and corporate laws. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing legal matters, providing administrative and clerical legal support, and ensuring full compliance with applicable laws. This role requires strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and the capability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

The candidate should also be well-versed in UAE company law and capable of effectively applying it to protect the organization from legal risks. Additionally, the role requires staying updated on regulatory changes across multiple jurisdictions and proactively advising the business.

Key Responsibilities:

Draft contracts, legal submissions, and provide authoritative legal opinions in line with UAE labor and corporate laws

Analyze legal issues and develop effective legal strategies

Independently manage litigation, contract management, and dispute resolution

Ensure compliance with UAE corporate legal requirements and legislation

Review legal documents, identify risks, and recommend appropriate solutions

Communicate legal risks clearly to stakeholders and suggest mitigation strategies

Maintain relationships with external legal advisors and consultants

Handle legal administrative processes including:

Visa renewal and new visa processing (DMCC portal)

Trade license issuance and renewal

KSA business visa applications

Apply UAE company law effectively to safeguard the organization from legal risks

Monitor and track changes in laws, regulations, and policies across departments and countries

Collect and analyze real-time legal, tax, financial, and labor law information and provide timely updates to management

Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Law (Mandatory)

2–5 years of in-house UAE legal experience in a similar role

Strong knowledge of UAE labor law, corporate law, and company law

Experience in handling DMCC portal processes

Strong legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Ability to gather real-time regulatory updates and provide proactive legal guidance

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Fluency in English (Arabic preferred)

Strong communication skills are essential

Immediate joiners will be given preference

Additional Criteria:

Age: Below 33 years

• Preference will be given to Immediate joiner.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Are you available in Dubai for a face to face interview this week ?
• Where is your current location ?
• Whats your salary expectation ?
• What experience do you have with UAE corporate laws, and how have you applied this knowledge in previous roles?"
• What experience do you have with UAE labor laws, and how have you utilized this knowledge in your previous positions?"
• Whats your Age ?

Experience:

• UAE Legal assistant/councel: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• Arabic (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Degree in Law (Required)

Job Type: Permanent

Work Location: In person