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AVTR

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 Associate Legal Counsel: Investment Focus
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 This is a full-time position for an Associate Legal Counsel located in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The role's main objective is to provide necessary legal support services to the investment and support teams to safeguard the organization's interests from a legal standpoint.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key responsibilities include:
 
 
 
 
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 Advisory Function: Delivering precise and timely legal counsel to senior management on a variety of legal issues. This specifically involves advice related to co-mingled fund investments, co-investments, and single investor funds.
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 Legal Oversight: Managing the legal dimensions of all assigned projects, which requires coordinating with both internal business units and external legal counsel to ensure the delivery of services is cost-effective, timely, and commercially sound.
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 Compliance Monitoring: Ensuring that the organization&rsquo;s operations are consistently in conformity with the applicable legislation in relevant countries. This includes advising Management on all pertinent legal or regulatory developments.
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 Document Management: Reviewing and maintaining quality control of all legal documents, and advising relevant signatories or senior management on any material content.
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 External Relations: Communicating and negotiating with outside parties, such as asset managers and public authorities, to establish relationships of trust.
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 Risk Mitigation: Demonstrating a proactive approach to identify, manage, and prevent legal risk to the organization.
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 Education and Experience
 
 
 
 
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 Requires a law degree from a reputable university and admission to practice in either the UAE or an internationally recognized jurisdiction.
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 A minimum of five years Post-Qualification Experience (PQE) is mandatory, gained either in-house or in commercial law practice.
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 Fluency in both English and Arabic is a must.
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 Specialized Expertise: Experience must include providing investment-related legal support to entities that allocate capital into private fund structures. This includes knowledge of Private Equity, Venture Capital, Infrastructure, Real Estate, Credit Funds, and Co-investments.
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 Knowledge Base: The role requires sound knowledge of investment funds, general corporate commercial matters, and familiarity with fields such as M&amp;A, regulatory compliance, and tax.
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 We look forward to your application!
 
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Associate Legal Counsel

AD Ports Group

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 About the Job
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Who We Are Looking For
 
 
 
 If you have a passion for law, litigation, and delivering expert legal counsel in a dynamic corporate environment, this opportunity is for you. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented
 
 Court Lawyer
 
 to join the Economic Cities and Free Zones Cluster (ECFZ). The ideal candidate will have strong experience in representing corporate entities in courts and tribunals, managing litigation cases, and providing strategic legal advice to protect the company&rsquo;s interests and ensure compliance with all applicable laws and governance standards.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Purpose
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Court Lawyer provides legal counsel and representation to the Economic Cities and Free Zone Cluster senior management and General Counsel regarding litigation, arbitration, and court proceedings. The role involves advising on ongoing legal risks, opportunities, and issues arising from potential or current litigation involving the Cluster, and assisting with the collection of arrears owed to it. In addition, the Court Lawyer supports internal departments through legal consulting, including advice, due diligence, collections support, and litigation processes, ensuring adherence to legal provisions and the protection of the company&rsquo;s rights, with a particular focus on managing potential or threatened litigation, while ensuring the Cluster&rsquo;s and AD Ports&rsquo; compliance with relevant laws and corporate governance requirements.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Core Responsibilities
 
 
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 Provide legal advice to the Cluster to safeguard its interests regarding potential or current litigation and ensure compliance with AD Ports&rsquo; policies, procedures, and laws.
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 Provide advice on daily activities related to Cluster litigation matters.
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 Support collections and recovery processes for Cluster business teams.
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 Provide legal opinions and counsel on litigation matters in line with company policies and provide legal approvals to minimize financial, legal, and reputational risks.
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 Appear where necessary in courts or tribunals to represent the Company.
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 Assist in preparing and establishing appropriate court or tribunal pleadings and other legal documents.
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 Review, draft, and validate court or tribunal documents to ensure compliance with legal provisions and protect the Company&rsquo;s interests.
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 Review all court, litigation, and settlement documents for areas of concern and highlight issues for review and action.
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 Maintain an organized record of all litigation matters.
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 Engage and liaise with external lawyers or counsels to represent the Company and take appropriate legal action on litigation matters.
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 Liaise internally across departments to develop strategies for dispute resolution or legal action on behalf of the Company.
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 Prepare briefs for lawyers and external counsels whenever required.
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 Address queries received from Cluster units on litigation matters and provide advice to ensure adherence to law and company policy.
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 Follow up on claims, disputes, and cases to ensure settlement in accordance with the rule of law.
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 Knowledge &amp; Skills
 
 
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 Experience in handling litigation, arbitration, and legal advisory in corporate environments.
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 Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills in both Arabic and English.
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 Ability to manage multiple cases and coordinate with external legal entities and internal departments effectively.
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 Qualifications
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law or equivalent; LLM or PhD in Law from a recognized university is preferred.
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 Written and spoken proficiency in
 
 Arabic
 
 is essential, with the ability to converse and read in
 
 English
 
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 Minimum
 
 8 years of relevant experience
 
 in law practice related to contracts, property, construction, and projects, with a focus on Arabic law.
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Court Lawyer – Economic Cities & Free Zones

Legal Counsel

RAYNE

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 Senior Legal Counsel &ndash; Construction
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We are seeking a commercially minded Senior Legal Counsel to join our client on a 6 month in-house secondment based in
 
 Abu Dhabi
 
 . This role will support large-scale residential and commercial projects across the Emirates and requires hands-on legal expertise on construction matters.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications:
 
 
 
 &bull; 5&ndash;10 years PQE, admitted in a common law or regional jurisdiction.
 
 
 &bull; Extensive experience in real estate and construction law within the UAE or GCC.
 
 
 &bull; Strong knowledge of FIDIC and bespoke construction contracts, as well as real estate transaction structures (SPA, lease, off-plan sales).
 
 
 &bull; Experience liaising with DLD, RERA, Dubai Municipality, and other UAE regulatory bodies.
 
 
 &bull; Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and manage multiple concurrent projects.
 
 
 &bull; Fluent in English; Arabic language skills highly preferred.
 
 
 &bull; Previous in-house experience within real estate development or infrastructure sectors preferred.
 
 
 
 
 
 If you are looking for a fixed term assignment in the Middle East, we would love to hear from you!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Company Description
 
 
 
 RAYNE is changing the way leading multinationals, start-ups, and government entities across the Middle East access high-calibre legal talent through flexible resourcing solutions. We connect exceptional Legal professionals with businesses that need specialised support on critical projects and contracts. Our approach enables companies to engage top-tier expertise without long-term commitments, while also giving professionals the flexibility to work in a way that supports their career and lifestyle goals, prioritising balance.
 
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Senior Legal Counsel – Construction

Space42

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 Overview:
 
 
 
 
 
 ABOUT US
 
 
 
 Space42 (ADX: SPACE42) is a UAE-based AI-powered SpaceTech company that integrates satellite communications, geospatial analytics and artificial intelligence capabilities to enlighten the Earth from space. Established in 2024 following the successful merger between Bayanat and Yahsat, Space42&rsquo;s global reach allows it to address the rapidly evolving needs of its customers in governments, enterprises, and communities.
 
 
 Our vision is to pioneer beyond today for humanity to experience a better tomorrow. Space42 challenges traditional approaches with advanced AI and cutting-edge satellite technology, making space more accessible and redefining how data from space can be used on Earth. We aim to achieve this by connecting people to rewire potential, informing decisions to reimagine impact and enabling action to redefine tomorrow.
 
 
 For more information visit: www.space42.ai, follow us on X and Instagram @Space42ai
 
 
 
 
 Overview:
 
 
 
 
 In your role as Senior Legal Counsel, you will manage a wide range of legal matters on behalf of Space42, including contract review and negotiation, regulatory compliance, intellectual property protection, privacy and data protection, dispute resolution, as well as providing legal advice and support to internal stakeholders. You will report to the General Counsel, you will provide strategic legal advice to senior leadership across the organization, be responsible for ensuring the Legal team&rsquo;s timely delivery of commercial legal advice and you will supervise and mentor other members of the legal team.
 
 
 Your role will help mitigate legal risks, support commercial decision-making, and contribute to the company&rsquo;s growth in the AI-powered space technology sector.
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
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 Provide timely, solution-driven, commercially focused and risk-weighted advice in the best interests of the company.
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 Review, draft and negotiate a diverse range of contracts, including customer agreements, vendor contracts, and partnership agreements, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
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 Contribute to the development and implementation of legal policies and procedures, including by establishing and maintaining efficient workflows and reporting.
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 Mentor junior legal team members and foster a culture of excellence and integrity.
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 Collaborate with external counsel and internal stakeholders to ensure legal alignment with business objectives.
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 Advise internal clients on the appropriate interpretation of contractual rights and obligations under existing agreements and obligations under laws and regulations.
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 Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify and mitigate legal risks associated with geospatial and mobility solutions, satellite communications, and business intelligence.
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 Contribute to developing and executing the company's overall legal strategy, in line with Space42&rsquo;s larger business objectives while mitigating any legal risks.
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 Support the creation and implementation of legal policies and procedures to ensure compliance across the organization.
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 Oversee the development of contract templates, legal databases, and other legal documentation.
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 Support the legal team in managing litigation, disputes, and regulatory matters, as necessary.
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 Work closely with project managers and business leaders to identify and address legal issues throughout the project lifecycle.
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 Develop and deliver legal training to educate employees on legal and compliance matters.
 
 
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 Qualifications:
 
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Law from an accredited institution.
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 A minimum of 12 years PQE.
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 Expertise in contract law and corporate law.
 
 
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 ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
 
 
 
 
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 Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
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 Analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to provide strategic legal solutions. .
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 Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
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 Experience working with executive leadership and cross-functional teams.
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 Demonstrated experience at delegating to ensure workflow and to develop talent.
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 Experience in designing, implementing and maintaining digital legal technology and workflow processes highly valued.
 
 
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 OUR BENEFITS &amp; PERKS
 
 
 
 
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 Competitive compensation packages and comprehensive medical insurance to support you and your family.
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 Wellbeing-focused initiatives and resources, designed to enhance your personal and professional life.
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 Access to exclusive discount programs, offering savings across various lifestyle and leisure experiences across the UAE.
 
 
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 WHAT MAKES A GREAT FIT
 
 
 
 
 If you are performance-driven and possess an inquisitive mind with the agility to navigate ambiguity, you will thrive here. At the heart of the Space42 community is a bias for action and a passion for developing innovative, efficient space services through AI-driven smart solutions that drive technological advancements and create a better tomorrow.
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Senior Legal Counsel (Space42)

Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA)

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 Job description:
 
 
 
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 JOB PURPOSE:
 
 
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 Provide legal and practical advice in relation to UAE laws and legal issues;
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 Maintain and exercise rights of audience representing EGA and EGA Group companies in the UAE courts &ndash; both in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, and before any relevant Ministry or government entity in Dubai and Abu Dhabi;
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 Assist with procuring EGA Group permits and licenses (of which there are a significant number) particularly in relation to new licenses or following the introduction of a different process on renewal of an existing license;
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 Provide transactional and operational legal support and services across the EGA Group; and
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 Carry out internal investigations on small to medium size concerns and to assist in the investigation of significant concerns, reported or referred to EGA Compliance.
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 KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
 
 
 
 
 1. Litigation and Disputes
 
 
 
 Assumes responsibility for UAE litigation from start to finish including but not limited to criminal cases against employees (representing EGA and its UAE based subsidiaries in cases in which an employee of EGA and its UAE based subsidiaries has been killed, or seriously injured), (ii) defending labour cases brought against EGA, and (iii) bringing claims against former employees and contractors that provided services to EGA and its UAE based subsidiaries.
 
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 Responsibility will include all aspects of case management in order to drive a successful outcome for EGA:
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 taking receipt of the initial statement of claims;
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 assessing the legal and practical merits of the claim/ any counterclaims, and devising the best defence for the relevant EGA company (including whether it is in EGA best interests to settle the claim(s));
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 attending preliminary hearings / hearings for directions.
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 reviewing files, deposing and taking witness statements that support EGA&rsquo;s stance;
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 legal research, drafting and filing memoranda that argue the defences / counterclaims of EGA; and
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 attending court and arguing EGA&rsquo;s case; and
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 filing appeals to higher courts and court of Cassation.
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 2. Emergency Support
 
 
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 Reduce risk to EGA by providing on-scene assistance to EGA and its employees in the event of any on-site incident, fatality or other emergency that has resulted in the EMT process being invoked and/or where the authorities or the police are called to site.
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 Attending police interviews with employees which are conducted on site for something arising during the course of performing their duties.
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 Attending public prosecutor investigations with employees which are conducted on site for something arising during the course of performing their duties.
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 Liaising with Human Capital, Environmental Health &amp; Safety and Government Relations in order to deliver a seamless emergency support service.
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 3. Licenses / Permits
 
 
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 Assumes responsibility for procuring new permits/licenses and assists relevant areas with the renewal of existing permits and licenses.
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 Liaising with relevant Departments regarding on-site inspections and materials required to be delivered to support the license or permit application.
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 4.Provision of General UAE Legal Advice &amp; Transactional Work
 
 
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 Provides pragmatic and strategic advice on UAE laws /legal process for Human Capital, Health and Safety and other teams, as well as advising them on how to mitigate the risk of claims from employees /former employees.
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 Assume primary role in the management of day-to-day legal /regulatory risks arising from Human Capital&rsquo;s and other areas&rsquo; work and processes.
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 Produces all POAs required under UAE law, for EGA and UAE Subsidiaries.
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 Produces detailed and accurate work and valuably contributes to relevant transactions
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 Manages external counsel in relation to the any UAE law matters requiring external support with a view to minimise legal spend whilst still sourcing quality advice
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 5. Training
 
 
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 Supervises work of Graduate Trainees and any junior team members and act as general mentor.
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 Arrange regular UAE law training sessions for the Legal Team.
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 Conduct training sessions and workshops for Human Capital on best practices.
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 6.Developing Template Documentation
 
 
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 Develops working knowledge of a broad range of legal documents
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 Assists in the continuous development of standard templates and formats for legal documents to increase speed and efficiency of documentation
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 Assists in the rollout of standard legal documentation, together with any related policies and explanatory guidelines
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 Assistance with provision of training to Human Capital and any other allocated Departments/UAE Subsidiaries in relation to standard templates for legal documents.
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 7.Building and Maintaining Relationships
 
 
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 Acts as a point-of-contact for Human Capital and any other allocated Departments/UAE Subsidiaries on legal matters. Development of good working relationships with Human Capital and other relevant Departments
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 Engages proactively with Business and allocated Departments/UAE Subsidiaries to respond to queries and manage expectations.
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 Satisfactory time management of allocated workflow.
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 Liaises with other members of the Legal Department in allocating and prioritising work.
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 8.Legal Administration
 
 
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 Contributes to the management of legal matters, managing expectations by clearly communicating workload, pressure points, knowledge and resource needs
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 Manages the safe-keeping of legal documentation in accordance with the document retention policy and the document management system.
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 9.Professional Development
 
 
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 Maintain professional qualifications
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 Maintains awareness of relevant UAE laws and regulations
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 Satisfactory attendance at relevant internal and external training
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 10
 
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 Risk and Claims Analysis &amp; Reporting
 
 
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 Assume responsibility for extracting from each department quarterly confirmations of any known or anticipated claims or legal disputes in that area.
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 Review quarterly confirmations and prepare punctual quarterly report for General Counsel setting out anticipated legal risk and exposure.
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 QUALIFICATIONS &amp; SKILLS:
 
 
 
 
 Minimum Qualifications:
 
 
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 UAE Law degree from a recognised law school
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 Licensed by the Ministry of Justice in both Dubai and Abu Dhabi to appear in court and represent EGA (it is rare the UAE legal counsel is licensed to appear in court on behalf of the Company that employs him or her: which means contentious work is sent to external counsel, which spending EGA legal budget on the external lawyer to advise and act for EGA.)
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 Accreditation with either the Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics, or an equivalent body.
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 Minimum Experience:
 
 
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 4-7 years of experience of appearing in the UAE courts to argue and defend claims across a range of work including (i) criminal cases against employees, (ii) defending labour cases brought against the company, and (iii) bringing claims against former employees and contractors that provided services to EGA.
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 Skills:
 
 
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 Strong interpersonal skills
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 Strong problem solver who employs strategic thinking to achieve desired results
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 Research skills
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 Fluent English-essential; Fluent Arabic-essential
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 Ability to analyse complex legal issues / consult informally with UAE judges
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 Demonstrates clear and concise verbal and written communication skills in both English and Arabic
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 Highly motivated individual with commitment to long-term career in the legal profession
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 Ability to work within a team environment under time pressure.
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</div>

Legal Counsel (UAE Law) - Fixed Term

kMNA lAWYERS & LEGAL CONSULTANTS

Job Purpose:To provide legal support and guidance in all matters related to contracts and corporate law, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations while protecting the company's or client&rsquo;s legal interests.Key Responsibilities:Contract Management:Draft, review, and negotiate various types of commercial contracts (e.g. service agreements, NDAs, MOUs, supply agreements, licensing, etc.).Ensure contracts are legally sound, reflect business requirements, and mitigate risks.Maintain a contracts database and ensure timely renewals or terminations.Provide legal opinions and advice related to contract disputes or enforcement.Corporate Advisory:Assist with company formations, amendments, and restructuring (e.g., mergers, acquisitions, share transfers).Ensure compliance with local corporate laws and regulations (e.g., UAE Companies Law, Economic Substance Regulations).Prepare and review corporate documents (e.g., board/shareholder resolutions, POAs, Articles of Association).Manage relationships with government authorities (e.g., DED, MOHRE, Free Zones).Regulatory Compliance:Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations and advise the company/clients accordingly.Assist in implementing compliance frameworks and corporate governance best practices.Legal Risk Assessment:Identify potential legal risks and propose mitigation strategies.Conduct legal research and prepare briefing notes on key legal issues.Stakeholder Support:Liaise with internal departments (HR, Finance, Procurement) to provide legal guidance.Support external counsel where necessary and coordinate litigation matters.Qualifications &amp; Requirements:Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLB); Master&rsquo;s degree or professional certification is a plus.Licensed to practice law (UAE or home country, if applicable).3&ndash;5 years of experience in corporate and contract law, preferably in the UAE or GCC region.Strong knowledge of UAE legal framework, especially contract and corporate law.Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills in English and Arabic .Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure with multiple deadlines.Job Types: Full-time, Contract Contract length: 24 monthsPay: AED5,000.00 - AED7,000.00 per month

Legal Advisor- Contract Dept

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