Legal Assistant

Position Overview:

EMS is looking for a Legal Assistant to support with on-going legal tasks. This is a great opportunity for a candidate looking to experience in-house tasks at a Multinational Corporation head quartered in London and work in the dynamic heart of Dubai. EMS Air Ambulance & Medical Repatriation Ltd is a renowned repatriation solution and the ideal candidate would be Common Law qualified and be exposed to working on legal matters based in multiple jurisdictions.

The Requirements:

Listed below are the minimum expectations for technical skills, experience, and qualifications that individuals need to meet to perform their roles:

Daily responsibilities will include:

• Drafting agreements, organising meetings, and taking ownership of the deadline timetable;
• Matter administration including communications, filing, document management, creation of 'know-how' documents, and closing of files;
• Ownership of business development tasks including the organisation of events, and record and database maintenance.

Qualifications:

• Completed Law Degree; a Master’s degree is an added advantage.
• Must be common law qualified.
• Previous experience working in an administration or support role within private practice or legal services.
• Excellent organisation skills with the ability to adapt and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work independently, with initiative, and delegate effectively, whilst also engaging with the wider team, and assisting others when needed.
• Demonstrated history of taking ownership of your work and processes with a curious and creative work approach.
• Willingness to work on weekends and night shifts

Application Process:

If you identify with the above description, embody the flexible yet solid and reliable qualities we seek, and meet the job requirements, please submit your application including a clear photo and CV in PDF format.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED5,000.00 - AED8,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Dubai: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Do you require sponsorship to work in the UAE?
• Are you qualified in common law?
• Are you flexible with working on weekends and night shifts?

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• Commercial Paralegal: 1 year (Required)

Location:

• Dubai (Required)