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RAYNE

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 Commercial Lawyer - Abu Dhabi - 6 month Assignment
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re seeking a commercially astute legal counsel to join our client on a fixed-term basis and work closely with internal teams spanning operations, procurement, development, and finance. This position plays a key role in supporting the business on the negotiation, structuring, and management of a wide array of commercial agreements.
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Draft, negotiate, and advise on a diverse portfolio of commercial contracts, including vendor agreements, licensing and franchise arrangements, outsourcing deals, and SLAs.
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 Support the business on procurement matters, strategic partnerships, and commercial projects.
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 Identify and advise on legal risks, contract compliance, and governance matters.
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 Partner with cross-functional teams to provide business-focused legal advice.
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 Ensure adherence to relevant legal and regulatory obligations across the UAE and broader GCC region.
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 Candidate Profile:
 
 
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 Qualified lawyer with ideally no less that 5 years&rsquo; post-qualification experience from a common law or recognised international jurisdiction.
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 Solid commercial legal background, ideally with exposure to a range of industries.
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 Strong experience in contract negotiation and stakeholder engagement.
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 Knowledge of the legal and regulatory environment in the UAE/GCC is a plus.
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 Commercially driven, agile, and pragmatic.
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 Arabic language skills (spoken and written) are highly beneficial.
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 If you&rsquo;re considering your next assignment in the Middle East and this sounds like a fit, we&rsquo;d 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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Commercial Senior Legal Counsel

The McNair Partnership

Job Advertisement: Legal Affairs General Counsel (Emirati Nationals prefered)Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE Department: DG Office Reports To: Director General Job Type: Full-TimeAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced and strategic Legal Affairs General Counsel to lead our client&rsquo;s Legal Affairs unit and serve as their principal legal advisor. This senior leadership role is essential to safeguarding the Group&rsquo;s legal integrity, managing risk, and ensuring compliance with UAE and international regulations. The successful candidate will directly support the Director General and executive leadership in navigating legal complexities across all organizational functions.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide expert legal advice to the Director General, executive leadership, and departmental heads.</li><li>Oversee the drafting and legal review of contracts, agreements, MOUs, and institutional policies.</li><li>Ensure full regulatory compliance with UAE Federal Law, the Client&rsquo;s Executive Council policies, and applicable international laws.</li><li>Manage legal disputes and coordinate litigation in collaboration with external legal advisors.</li><li>Lead institutional legal risk assessments and support strategic initiatives through informed legal guidance.</li><li>Stay updated on legal and regulatory developments and advise relevant departments accordingly.</li><li>Promote legal awareness and compliance through internal advisories and training sessions.</li><li>Represent the Client before courts, government entities, and official bodies as required.</li><li>Manage legal document governance and secure case file archiving.</li><li>Oversee Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) operations to support robust internal controls and ethics.</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable HSE standards and protocols.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Education: Master&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLM) or equivalent; UAE legal practice license is highly preferred.</li><li>Experience: Minimum 15 years of legal experience, with at least 5 years in a senior legal advisory or General Counsel capacity within government, public institutions, or large corporate environments.</li><li>Languages: Bilingual fluency in Arabic and English is essential ( Emirati National preferred although open to other nationalities )</li><li>Technical Expertise:</li><li>Proven experience in commercial and economic legal advisory, including corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and contract management.</li><li>Strong understanding of economic policy and business strategy, with the ability to provide legal insights that support organizational growth.</li><li>Experience in managing legal affairs for affiliated entities, ensuring consistency and compliance across the group.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to advise senior leadership and board members with a strategic and solution-oriented approach.</li><li>Familiarity with local and international legal frameworks, particularly in cross-border transactions and partnerships.</li><li>Tools: Proficiency in legal research systems and case management tools.</li></ul>Key Competencies<ul><li>Advanced expertise in legal advisory, contract and policy review, regulatory compliance, and legal risk management.</li><li>Proven leadership in performance management, stakeholder engagement, and team empowerment.</li><li>Strong decision-making, adaptability, and a results-oriented approach.</li><li>Creative legal problem-solving and a proactive mindset toward innovation and institutional improvement.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: AED80,000.00 - AED85,000.00 per monthApplication Question(s):<ul><li>Where did you do your legal training</li></ul>Education:<ul><li>Bachelor's (Required)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Legal: 10 years (Required)</li><li>Leadership: 5 years (Required)</li><li>Commercial and Economic Legal Advisory: 10 years (Preferred)</li><li>Economic and Business Strategy: 10 years (Preferred)</li></ul>Language:<ul><li>Fluent Arabic and English (Required)</li></ul>

Legal Affairs General Counsel

MENA Recruit

The Role
 We are recruiting for the in-house legal team for a leading real estate and destination development firm headquartered in the UAE. It operates across multiple business verticals, including real estate, hospitality & tourism, sports & leisure, and commercial/leisure destinations. Responsibilities: 1. Assist in drafting and reviewing procurement, vendor, and services agreements. 2. Support bid reviews, tenders, and RFP processes, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance. 3. Work with senior counsel to support contract management and governance requirements. 4. Provide practical legal input into procurement and supply chain processes.
 
Requirements
 1. UK, US, or Commonwealth qualified lawyer with 1–3 years of Post-Qualified Experience (PQE). 2. Early career exposure to commercial contracts or procurement in a law firm or in-house environment. 3. Strong legal drafting skills with excellent attention to detail and analytical ability. 4. Proactive and commercially minded approach, able to contribute effectively under the guidance of senior counsel. #MENARecruitStrength #ProcurementLaw #CommercialLaw #LegalJobsAbuDhabi
 
About the company
 MENA Recruit came to fruition in response to a growing need for international legal talent in London and Dubai. Its initial focus began in the Legal sector, evolving as a service provider for other sectors such as Administration, Marketing, Business Development, HR, IT, Finance and C-Suite positions. Over the last two decades, with roots firmly planted in the Middle East and operations expanding into the APAC region, MENA Recruit has gained intuitive industry knowledge and expertise. With its unique, people-focused approach, the firm has yielded competitive advantage for its clients and rewarding careers for the professionals it has supported throughout the years. The company is dedicated to delivering the highest quality of talent and service to its clients while working tenaciously towards helping them achieve higher retention rates. For this reason, MENA Recruit is considered by both candidates and clients as a consultant in the truest sense of the word, offering guidance to both people and organizations on how to adapt to the constant change in market conditions and how to anticipate present and future challenges. Presently, MENA Recruit provides services to organizations and professionals in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia, and the United Kingdom. With such an extensive global reach, strong brand value, decades of expertise, and an innovative approach towards business challenges, its clear why MENA Recruit is the partner of choice for both in-house recruiters and candidates internationally.

Junior Commercial / Procurement Lawyer

Abu Dhabi Aviation

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 Summary
 
 
 
 We are seeking a qualified
 
 Legal Counsel
 
 to provide expert guidance on all legal and corporate compliance matters. The role safeguards the company&rsquo;s interests by ensuring adherence to applicable laws and regulations, while supporting management in strategic decision-making with sound legal advice.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Ideal Candidate will
 
 
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 Hold a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law from a recognized university.
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 Be a qualified lawyer from a common law jurisdiction (e.g., UK, US, Canada, Australia, South Africa).
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 Bring 2&ndash;5 years of post-qualification experience in corporate and commercial law, ideally within aviation, MRO, or related industries.
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 Possess strong knowledge of UAE laws and regulations, with the ability to apply common law principles in a cross-border context.
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 Demonstrate proven expertise in contract drafting, negotiation, compliance, and dispute resolution.
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 Exhibit excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
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 Communicate clearly and effectively, with the ability to advise senior management and collaborate across functions.
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 Uphold a high level of professional integrity, discretion, and sound judgment.
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 Manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively in a dynamic environment.
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Legal Counsel

Oia Properties

We are looking for a highly skilled and proactive Legal &amp; Compliance Specialist to oversee the full spectrum of legal and regulatory affairs, both corporate and real estate-related. This role requires deep knowledge of UAE legislation, including real estate law, labour law, corporate governance, and compliance frameworks.The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring legal integrity across all business activities, including employee relations, lawsuits, developer contracts, and partnerships in the real estate industry.Key Responsibilities&middot; Draft, review, and manage employment contracts, NDAs, and internal HR policies in line with UAE Labour Law.&middot; Provide legal guidance on employee disputes, terminations, and disciplinary actions.&middot; Represent the company or liaise with external counsel in labour disputes, litigation, and arbitration cases.&middot; Ensure compliance with new and existing UAE legislation, advising senior management of implications and legal risks.&middot; Maintain and update corporate legal records, company licenses, and government filings.&middot; Draft, review, and negotiate rental contracts, sales agreements, SPAs, MoUs, and developer contracts.&middot; Manage legal aspects of property transactions including due diligence, title checks, ownership transfers, and registration with authorities.&middot; Handle legal documentation for joint ventures, property acquisitions, and investment partnerships.&middot; Work closely with developers, brokers, tenants, and legal representatives to ensure lawful agreements.&middot; Oversee all contractual obligations across departments, ensuring legal enforceability and risk mitigation.&middot; Maintain a central contract management system for all agreements (real estate, HR, vendors, service providers).&middot; Ensure all dealings with stakeholders comply with UAE laws and industry best practices.&middot; Implement and monitor a compliance framework aligned with UAE regulatory standards, including AML/CTF, data protection, and anti-bribery policies.&middot; Conduct internal legal audits and risk assessments across departments.&middot; Provide periodic compliance reports and legal risk assessments to senior leadership.&middot; Educate internal teams on legal obligations, company policies, and regulatory changes.&middot; Develop and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to legal, HR, and compliance matters.&middot; Act as primary point of contact for legal notices, disputes, and government communications.&middot; Qualifications &amp; Experience&middot; Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Law (LLB); Master&rsquo;s Degree (LLM) or local UAE legal certification is preferred.&middot; 5&ndash;8 years of legal and compliance experience, ideally in the UAE real estate or corporate sector.&middot; Proven experience handling UAE Labour Law, civil law, real estate contracts, and commercial litigation.&middot; Strong background in contract negotiation, compliance, and risk management.&middot; Fluency in English is essential; Arabic proficiency is an advantage.Key Skills &amp; CompetenciesDeep knowledge of UAE legal system, labour regulations, and real estate laws.Excellent contract drafting, negotiation, and legal writing skills.Confident in handling litigation and interacting with external counsel or authorities.High integrity and sound judgment in handling sensitive or confidential matters.Strong interpersonal skills for stakeholder management and internal collaboration.Job Type: Full-timeJob Type: Full-time

Legal & Compliance Specialist

Sundus

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 Job Role : Legal Counsel
 
 
 
 
 Duration :6 Months Fixed
 
 
 
 
 Location : Abu Dhabi Government
 
 
 
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 Must have Qualified lawyer with 4 to 8 years PQE (post-qualification experience) in intellectual property law.
 
 
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 Education
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law
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 LLM or equivalent is preferred
 
 
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 Qualifications And Experience
 
 
 
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 Admitted to a recognised bar (common law jurisdiction preferred, for example, UK, US, Australia, etc.)
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 Qualified lawyer with 4 to 8 years PQE (post-qualification experience) in intellectual property law.
 
 
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 Key Requirements
 
 
 
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 Strong experience in both contentious and non-contentious IP matters.
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 Solid understanding of trade mark, copyright, and design law; patent familiarity advantageous.
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 Demonstrated experience in licensing and commercial exploitation of IP.
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 Excellent drafting, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
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 Commercial awareness and ability to balance legal risks with business objectives.
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 Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams (legal, R&amp;D, commercial, technical)
 
 
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 Core Behavioural Competencies
 
 
 
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 Leverages business &amp; strategic mindset
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 Ensures disciplined execution
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 Applies legal acumen
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 Drives and delivers result
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 Manages conflict
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 Engages and inspires
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 Builds partnerships &amp; alignment
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 Builds &amp; develops talent
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 Demonstrates learning agility
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 Demonstrates situational adaptability
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The Role
 We are recruiting for the in-house legal team for a leading real estate and destination development firm headquartered in the UAE. It operates across multiple business verticals, including real estate, hospitality & tourism, sports & leisure, and commercial/leisure destinations. This role will focus on complex M&A, private equity, and cross-border corporate transactions across major infrastructure and development projects. Responsibilities: 1. Lead on corporate and M&A transactions, including drafting and negotiating SPAs, shareholder agreements, and joint venture documents. 2. Advise senior leadership on cross-border corporate structuring, private equity investments, and strategic transactions. 3. Provide commercial and legal insight to ensure alignment of business objectives with legal risk management. 4. Manage external counsel on complex transactions to ensure quality and cost efficiency.
 
Requirements
 1. UK, US, or Commonwealth qualified lawyer with 7–12 years of Post-Qualified Experience (PQE) in corporate law. 2. Proven experience in mergers and acquisitions and private equity, ideally with a top-tier international law firm or a major corporation. 3. Exceptional drafting and negotiation skills in English, with strong attention to detail and commercial judgment. 4. Ability to work closely with executive stakeholders and provide clear, strategic advice in a fast-paced environment. 5. Salary is negotiable depending on experience and current package #MENARecruitStrength #CorporateLaw #M&A #LegalJobsAbuDhabi
 
About the company
 MENA Recruit came to fruition in response to a growing need for international legal talent in London and Dubai. Its initial focus began in the Legal sector, evolving as a service provider for other sectors such as Administration, Marketing, Business Development, HR, IT, Finance and C-Suite positions. Over the last two decades, with roots firmly planted in the Middle East and operations expanding into the APAC region, MENA Recruit has gained intuitive industry knowledge and expertise. With its unique, people-focused approach, the firm has yielded competitive advantage for its clients and rewarding careers for the professionals it has supported throughout the years. The company is dedicated to delivering the highest quality of talent and service to its clients while working tenaciously towards helping them achieve higher retention rates. For this reason, MENA Recruit is considered by both candidates and clients as a consultant in the truest sense of the word, offering guidance to both people and organizations on how to adapt to the constant change in market conditions and how to anticipate present and future challenges. Presently, MENA Recruit provides services to organizations and professionals in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia, and the United Kingdom. With such an extensive global reach, strong brand value, decades of expertise, and an innovative approach towards business challenges, its clear why MENA Recruit is the partner of choice for both in-house recruiters and candidates internationally.

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