Legal Specialist

About Tabby

Tabby is a leading tech enabled payment solution provider committed to simplifying the way businesses and consumers transact in the Middle East. Our innovative approach to the Fintech sector positions us as a key player in the industry, dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences through secure, efficient, and user friendly payment solutions.

Department

Legal

Location

UAE

Description

We are seeking a skilled and detail oriented Legal Specialist with 1-2 years of experience in the legal sector. The candidate must possess an understanding of UAE laws and regulations, excellent drafting skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast paced environment. This role involves assisting with legal documentation, contract management, and providing general administrative support to the legal department in the UAE office. We welcome applications from candidates currently based outside the UAE who are open to relocating for this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and organizing legal documents, including contracts, NDAs, MOUs, and corporate resolutions.
• Support the legal team with contract lifecycle management, including tracking execution, renewals, and terminations.
• Conduct legal research and summarize findings on UAE laws, regulations, and compliance requirements, and provide support for regulatory filings.
• Maintain legal files, databases, and documentation in an organized and secure manner.
• Liaise with external legal counsel and government agencies as required.
• Monitor and track changes in local laws and regulations that may impact the business.
• Assist in the development and implementation of internal policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks.
• Provide general administrative support to the legal department.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Bachelor's degree in Law or equivalent legal qualification.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of paralegal or legal assistant experience, preferably within the UAE.
• Solid understanding of UAE laws and regulatory landscape.
• Familiarity with contract management software or legal tech tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English (Arabic is an advantage).
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proactive, resourceful, a team player with a high level of integrity and professionalism.

Job Benefits

• Flexible working hours and trust to work the hours you need.
• An environment that gives you autonomy and responsibility from day one.
• Opportunity to influence the shape of your career through quality of work.
• Participation in the company's employee stock options program.
• Health Insurance.
• Flexi Perks: Monetary benefit that can be used at your discretion for health, education, professional development, or travel.

Seniority Level

• Associate

Employment Type

• Full time

Job Function

• Legal