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Ulster University Qatar

Job PurposeReporting to Head of Legal &amp; Compliance, the Legal Counsel is responsible for the effective and efficient management of all legal aspects of Artan Holding and its subsidiaries. Providing expert legal advice to the business on a wide range of legal and commercial matters while ensuring legal compliance and reducing contractual risks. Working on a sole counsel basis, the incumbent will take responsibility for negotiating, drafting and reviewing all contracts and agreements.Key Relationships&middot; Internal: Executive Management, SBU heads, HoDs&middot; External: Ministries, Local authorities, Government bodiesAuthorities&middot; To review/ call for Company documents pertaining to Artan&rsquo;s businesses to ensure that the legal and compliance aspects are adhered to.Accountabilities&middot; Work towards executing/ implementing strategies to ensure corporate governance, legal and compliance&middot; Support the development and execution of plans and policies&middot; Prepare data points, case material etc. and front-end critical negotiations.&middot; Prepare and ensure that contracts are inherently risk-free.Duties and Responsibilities&middot; Provides all support and guidance for all entities of Artan Holding on matters pertaining to legal and compliance.&middot; Prepare contracts, agreements, draft emails, notes, responses etc. in compliance with legal and statutory regulations.&middot; Verify and ensure the authenticity of client/ vendor documents etc. and advise internal departments &amp; SBUs&middot; Prepare internal policies and procedures and formulate the legal framework.&middot; Research and evaluate different risk factors regarding business decisions and business unit operations and suggest the future course of action.&middot; Review and provide legal advice regarding company documents&middot; Provide legal protection and risk management advice to the management team particularly but not limited to contract management&middot; Prepare, review and edit contractual documents to support all business units and their business activities&middot; Review all contracts / documentation currently in place, assessing legal implications that need to be brought to the attention of the management team.&middot; Negotiate, review and draft documentation for business transactions. Prepare a checklist to ensure that information is submitted on time&middot; Keep updated on latest changes to legal legislation&middot; Ability to translate all contracts / documentation from English to Arabic and vice versa in legal parlance using appropriate terminologies&middot; Any other tasks, duties &amp; responsibilities that may be added from time to time as relevant to business requirementsSkills&middot; Excellent communication skills, verbal and written in English and Arabic&middot; Demonstrated knowledge of, and experience with, laws dealing with commercial contract administration particularly contract negotiation, preparation and administration&middot; Ability to provide sound legal advice to management on technical matters&middot; Strong planning and organization skills&middot; High degree of professional ethics and integrity&middot; Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines&middot; Strong attention to detailLanguage: - English- ArabicSpecialized Training/ Knowledge Required&middot; Excellent knowledge and understanding of corporate law and procedures&middot; Proven track record of adding value to an organization through the development of comprehensive contract documents that mitigate risk and penaltiesEducation &amp; Qualifications&middot; Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Law with specialization in corporate or commercial law is essential&middot; Master&rsquo;s Degree in Law or Business will be an added advantageExperience&middot; 5+ years proven experience as legal counsel ideally with exposure to multiple businesses&middot; Minimum 3 years experience ideally in a leading organization with a proven track record in contract negotiation and draftingJob Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: QAR15,000.00 - QAR20,000.00 per monthEducation:<ul><li>Master's (Required)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>legal counsel with multiple businesses exposure: 6 years (Required)</li><li>Contract drafting and negotiation: 5 years (Required)</li></ul>

Legal Counsel

Artan Holding

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 Job Details
 
 
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 Key Relationships
 
 
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 Internal: Board of Directors, CEO, Executive Leadership Team, SBU &amp; BSU Heads
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 External: Regulators, government agencies, law firms, strategic partners, and international authorities
 
 
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 Duties and Responsibilities
 
 
 
 Strategic Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Act as the chief legal advisor to the executive leadership, shaping corporate strategy with legal insight and foresight.
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 Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of group-wide governance, compliance, and legal/reputational risk management frameworks.
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 Oversee the legal aspects of mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships, including cross-border transactions.
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 Provide expert counsel on corporate structure, regulatory affairs, data protection, intellectual property, and employment law.
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 Ensure proactive compliance with evolving legal landscapes, including international trade, competition, and regulatory frameworks.
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 Serve as the principal representative of the company in legal proceedings, negotiations, and government or regulatory engagements.
 
 
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 Operational &amp; Leadership Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Build, lead and mentor a high-performing legal team, fostering commercial acumen, strategic thinking, and collaborative partnership. Oversee and manage all legal matters across AH, including its subsidiaries and portfolio companies.
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 Review, negotiate, and draft complex commercial contracts and agreements to mitigate risk and protect the company&rsquo;s interests. Establish standardised legal templates, policies, and governance structures across all subsidiaries.
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 Partner with internal stakeholders to identify legal risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
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 Drive continuous legal innovation by leveraging legal technology, knowledge management tools, and best practices.
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLB) with specialisation in corporate or commercial law; Master&rsquo;s in Law or Business preferred.
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 Minimum 15 years&rsquo; senior legal experience, including at least 5 years at executive or general counsel level in a complex, international organisation.
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 Proven expertise in corporate governance, commercial transactions, M&amp;A, and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
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 Demonstrated experience influencing board-level decisions and partnering with C-suite executives.
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 Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and the ability to translate complex legal issues into actionable business strategy.
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 Fluency in English is essential; Arabic language will be an advantage.
 
 
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 Strategic &amp; Commercial Acumen
 
 
 
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 Governance &amp; Compliance Expertise
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 Contract &amp; Transactional Excellence
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 Regulatory and Policy Insight
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 Leadership &amp; Stakeholder Influence
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 Risk Management &amp; Decision-Making
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 Communication &amp; Negotiation
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 International Mindset
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLB) with specialisation in corporate or commercial law; Master&rsquo;s in Law or Business preferred.
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 Minimum 15 years&rsquo; senior legal experience, including at least 5 years at executive or general counsel level in a complex, international organisation.
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 Proven expertise in corporate governance, commercial transactions, M&amp;A, and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
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 Demonstrated experience influencing board-level decisions and partnering with C-suite executives.
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 Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and the ability to translate complex legal issues into actionable business strategy.
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 Fluency in English is essential; Arabic language will be an advantage.
 
 
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 Duties and Responsibilities
 
 
 
 Objectives &amp; Key Results
 
 
 
 
 Key Area
 
 
 Key Objectives
 
 
 Key Results
 
 Governance, Compliance &amp; Risk Management Strengthen and enhance the existing governance framework to ensure continued compliance and proactive risk mitigation across all subsidiaries and jurisdictions.
 
 
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 Governance framework reviewed and approved by the Board within 6 months.
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 100% of entities adopt updated compliance policies and procedures.
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 Zero material regulatory breaches or penalties reported annually.
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 Quarterly legal risk register submitted to the Board.
 
 
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 Strategic Legal Advisory &amp;
 
 
 Business Enablement
 
 
 Provide proactive legal support that enables strategic growth, new market entry, and major business initiatives
 
 
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 Legal input delivered on 100% of strategic projects (M&amp;A, JVs, partnerships).
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 Contribute to at least 3 strategic growth initiatives with demonstrable risk mitigation.
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 90%+ satisfaction rating from the Executive Committee and business units on legal advisory support.
 
 
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 M&amp;A and Transactional
 
 
 Leadership
 
 
 Lead legal due diligence and execution for mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions
 
 
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 Legal due diligence completed for 100% of targeted transactions.
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 All transaction documents drafted and finalised within agreed timelines.
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 Post-deal legal integration checklist completed with zero critical issues identified.
 
 
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 Contracting &amp; Commercial
 
 
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 Strengthen contract governance and improve efficiency, speed, and risk mitigation in all commercial agreements
 
 
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 95% of contracts reviewed and finalised within SLA timelines.
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 Contract dispute incidents reduced by at least 20% year-on-year.
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 Centralised contract management system implemented with &gt;90% adoption.
 
 
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 Leadership &amp; External
 
 
 Stakeholder Engagement
 
 
 Build a high-performing legal function and maintain strong relationships with regulators, authorities, and external
 
 
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 Legal department engagement score &gt;85%.
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 Preferred panel of external counsel established, reducing legal costs by 15%.
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 Regular engagement with key regulators maintained (minimum 2 formal meetings annually per jurisdiction).
 
 
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Group General Counsel

PRO-Global Search GmbH

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 We are looking for an experienced,
 
 Russian-speaking
 
 lawyer specializing in Special Situations complex corporate matters involving
 
 shareholder relations, control, litigation
 
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 risk management
 
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 Develop and implement legal strategies to protect shareholder and company interests
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 Prepare legal positions, procedural documentation, and evidence for corporate litigation
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 Represent the company in court proceedings and supervise external counsel
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 Navigate complex shareholder networks and ensure consistent governance and control
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 Draft, review, and amend shareholder agreements, voting and ownership frameworks, including those governed by English law
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 Establish internal mechanisms for resolving sensitive corporate situations and ensuring compliance
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 Advise senior management and shareholders on corporate governance, structure, and legal risks
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 Support restructuring and transformation of ownership and holding chains
 
 
 
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 Requirements:
 
 
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 8+ years of experience in corporate law, litigation, or special situations within holding groups, investment firms, or financial institutions
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 Proven record in shareholder-related matters and maintaining governance integrity in multi-jurisdictional structures
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 Strong knowledge of corporate, commercial, and procedural law, including practical experience with English law documentation and principles
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 Experience managing complex ownership structures and multi-stakeholder decision-making
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 Fluent in English and Russian
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 Core traits: strategic insight, precision, diplomacy, and discretion
 
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Senior Legal Counsel (Corporate Disputes & Litigation)

QatarEnergy

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 Primary Purpose Of The Job
 
 
 
 Provide legal support to QatarEnergy on all forms of company and commercial work, including corporate transactional and structuring, commercial transactions, brand protection and management; as well as legal support to QatarEnergy&rsquo;s corporate functions (Corporate/Commercial Activities) and support on all legal risks and legal issues relevant to Corporate/ Commercial Activities to assist QatarEnergy to achieve its aims in a lawful, effective, ethical and accountable manner.
 
 
 
 Required Experience And Skills
 
 
 
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 At least ten years legal experience (not necessarily post-qualification) in private practice or in-house, a substantial amount of which is in relation to Corporate/ Commercial activities.
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 Ability to assimilate complex legal matters and to provide practical advice to non-lawyers.
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 Effective communication skills.
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 Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team player with members of the Legal Department, as well as other stakeholders.
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 Digital literacy. Advanced expertise and skills in word, incl. MS Office software applications (e.g. Word, and PowerPoint).
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 Highly motivated, proactive, organized, and self-disciplined.
 
 
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 Educational Qualifications
 
 
 
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 JD/LLB (or equivalent) degree at a recognized university.
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SR. COUNSEL (CORPORATE/ COMMERCIAL)

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 Primary Purpose Of The Job
 
 
 
 Accountable to Provide subject-matter legal and regulatory advice and counsel in the areas of anti-trust, anti-bribery and corruption, sanctions and trade controls, international regulatory regimes, and compliance with QatarEnergy Code of Conduct.
 
 
 
 Required Experience And Skills
 
 
 
 At least 10 years of post-qualification legal experience
 
 
 
 Educational Qualifications
 
 
 
 JD/LLB degree and currently licensed to practice law in home jurisdiction.
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SR. COUNSEL (LEGAL COMPLIANCE)

Confidential

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 Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
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 Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts and agreements, including but not limited to Lease Agreements, Consultancy Agreements, Construction Agreements, Retail Agreements, Supply and Installation Agreements, Facility Management Agreements, NDAs, MOUs, LOIs, and more.
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 Draft templatesand boilerplate documentsto streamline the contract draftingprocess.
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 Collaborate in line with the direct manager to develop and monitor companypolicies and procedures to ensurelegal compliance.
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 Monitor the implementation of all operational processes and procedures to ensure the company's adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards.
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 Conduct regular compliance assessments and generatereports to assess the company's adherence to legal and ethical standards.
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 Provide legal advice and guidance on general corporate matters to raise staff awarenessof legal requirements.
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 Provide compliance advice in relation to applicable laws and regulations, assessing their potential impact on the organization.
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 Perform legal risk assessments and due diligence processes for counterparties in various business transactions.
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 Establish and maintain comprehensive legal and compliance databases.
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 Qualification and Requirement:
 
 
 
 
 
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 Educational Background: Bachelor of Laws.
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 Language Skills:
 
 Fluent in English; bilingual proficiency in Arabic is preferred but not mandatory.
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 Experience:
 
 A minimum of 5 to 7years of legal experience, demonstrating a strong understanding of contract law and compliance.
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 Document Drafting:
 
 Proficiency in drafting legal documents and correspondence with minimal supervision.
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 Legal Knowledge:
 
 Excellent legal knowledge and analytical skills.
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 Time Management:
 
 Strong time management skillsto handle multipletasks effectively.
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 Attention
 
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 Detail:
 
 A keen eye for detail to ensure accuracyin legal and compliance matters.
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 Compliance Expertise:
 
 Demonstrated expertise in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
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Legal Advisor

Levante Holding

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 The Legal Specialist is responsible for providing legal support in all aspects of the company's real estate transactions, property management, and business operations. This role involves reviewing legal documents, ensuring regulatory compliance, mitigating legal risks, and providing counsel to the company on legal matters.
 
 
 
 
 Contract Management
 
 
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 Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts related to property sales, leases, and other real estate transactions.
 
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 Ensure contracts comply with legal requirements and protect the company's interests.
 
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 Legal Documentation
 
 
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 Prepare legal documents such as deeds, leases, purchase agreements, and legal notices.
 
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 Manage the execution and filing of legal documents in compliance with legal standards.
 
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 Regulatory Compliance
 
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 Ensure the company&rsquo;s activities comply with local, state, and federal real estate regulations.
 
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 Monitor changes in real estate law and provide updates to relevant departments.
 
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 Dispute Resolution
 
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 Assist in resolving disputes related to contracts, property management, and tenant issues.
 
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 Work with external legal counsel when necessary and coordinate litigation strategies.
 
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 Risk Management
 
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 Identify potential legal risks related to property acquisitions, dispositions, and development projects.
 
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 Provide recommendations to mitigate those risks and ensure legal protection for the company.
 
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 Due Diligence
 
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 Conduct legal due diligence for property acquisitions, including reviewing title reports, zoning regulations, environmental assessments, and other legal matters.
 
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 Collaborate with other departments in the due diligence process.
 
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 Legal Counsel
 
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 Advise company leadership and departments on legal matters and offer legal opinions on business strategies and transactions.
 
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 Provide legal support in negotiations, licensing, and permitting processes.
 
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 Corporate Governance
 
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 Ensure that corporate governance documents are up-to-date and compliant with applicable laws.
 
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 Assist in preparing resolutions, minutes, and other governance documentation.
 
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 Real Estate Transactions
 
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 Assist in the legal aspects of real estate purchases, sales, leasing, and financing.
 
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 Work with external lawyers, brokers, and consultants to complete transactions.
 
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 Litigation Support
 
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 Provide support in legal proceedings related to real estate disputes, including gathering evidence, documentation, and coordinating with external legal teams.
 
 
 
 
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 Requirements
 
 
 
 
 Education
 
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 Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) or related field.
 
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 Bar certification or equivalent legal accreditation (if required by jurisdiction).
 
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 Experience
 
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 3-5 years of legal experience in real estate, property law, or corporate law.
 
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 Experience in contract negotiation and drafting.
 
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 Familiarity with real estate regulations, zoning laws, and property management.
 
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 Skills
 
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 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
 
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 Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
 
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 Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
 
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 Proficient in legal research tools and software (e.g., LexisNexis, Westlaw).
 
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 Knowledge of real estate law, property law, and contract law.
 
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Legal Specialist

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