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1inch

<div>
 1inch is the DeFi ecosystem building financial freedom for everyone. 1inch products help users and builders trade, hold and track digital assets - with the self-custody, comprehensive security and the intuitive user experience they need to unlock the potential of true crypto ownership. 1inch protocols and APIs provide core infrastructure across the DeFi industry and beyond.
 
 
 So if you&rsquo;re someone who thinks big, moves fast and wants to make an impact right from day one, then get ready to join our industry-changing team.
 
 
 
 Location: We hire with a focus on Dubai and Europe. For this role, we prefer candidates who are either based in Dubai or working remotely within +/- 4 hours GST time.
 
 
 
 We are seeking a proactive and solutions-oriented Intellectual Property (IP) lawyer to join our global legal team. This is a strategic and hands-on role where you'll be instrumental in safeguarding and leveraging the company's IP portfolio, while supporting broader corporate legal needs, including M&amp;A, reorganisations, and governance.
 
 
 You'll take the lead on structuring IP protections across our technology stack, coordinating IP elements in strategic transactions, and overseeing day-to-day corporate legal documentation. You'll need to be highly collaborative, practical, and able to work autonomously, balancing legal risk with commercial realities. This position requires you to work closely with cross-functional teams across engineering, IT, finance, and marketing in multiple jurisdictions to ensure our innovations are protected and our group structure evolves efficiently and compliantly.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Manage and grow the company's global IP portfolio, including patents, trademarks, and trade secrets. You'll also advise on open-source licensing, brand protection, and coordinate with external counsel for global filings and enforcement
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 Advise on IP structuring in M&amp;A deals and group reorganisations, supporting due diligence and integration. You'll also draft and review a range of general commercial contracts, including non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and service agreements
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 Help implement policies and controls related to legal and IP risk, and support board and shareholder processes across jurisdictions
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 Work closely with engineering, finance, and other business stakeholders to educate them on best practices for IP, licensing, and contract management, while providing clear legal advice under time pressure
 
 
 
 
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 Experience
 
 
 
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 7+ years of legal experience, with a focus on IP, ideally a mix of law firm and in-house at technology companies
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 Managed patent strategy and portfolio development, including working with engineers to identify patentable innovations, draft technical disclosures, and guide applications through national and international filing procedures
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 Proven track record supporting M&amp;A and group reorganizations from an IP perspective
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 Familiarity with global entity structuring, general corporate contracts and governance
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 Bonus: developed internal frameworks for IP identification and inventor contribution workflows in scaling tech organisations
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 Bonus: led end-to-end patent prosecution lifecycle including prior art searches, claim drafting, office action responses, and coordination with local agents across key jurisdictions (e.g., USPTO, EPO)
 
 
 
 
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 Skills
 
 
 
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 Strong command of IP law across jurisdictions (especially patent in the US)
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 Able to see high level strategies and goals and dive into details to deliver creative, pragmatic solutions based on weighted risk analysis, and translate legal obligations into operational processes and controls
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 Skilled at navigating legal ambiguity in fast-changing technical environments while managing multiple important initiatives under time pressure
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 Excellent critical thinking, synthesis and communications skills and able to persuade and influence internal and external stakeholders
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 Familiarity with crypto, DeFi or open-source ecosystems (bonus)
 
 
 
 
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 Why work with us?
 
 
 
 
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 Join a dynamic, creative team in a fast-paced and supportive environment
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 Innovation and Collaboration in web3 tech are core to our success
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 We&rsquo;re open to new ideas &mdash; if you&rsquo;ve got a vision, pitch it and make it happen
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 Enjoy competitive pay that matches your skills and experience
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 Be part of a company that&rsquo;s shaping the future of DeFi
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 Take time when you need it &mdash; we offer unlimited vacation days
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 Get fully compensated for your work gear &mdash; we&rsquo;ll set you up for success
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 Travel with us! We host an annual team retreat at a top international location
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 Click here to explore what life is like working at 1inch Labs!
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Corporate Counsel

SEGULA Technologies

<div>Company Description 
Do you want to shape the world of tomorrow and work on innovative projects? Then you're a good fit for us! We are a global engineering group with 15,000 employees and 140 locations worldwide. With our services, we are driving the topics of energy efficiency, climate protection and decarbonization and developing tech industries into new dimensions.
The world of SEGULA Technologies Experts revolves around industries such as automotive, software, energy and life sciences. As an independent player, we support OEMs and suppliers with personal engineering services. Take advantage of new opportunities and take on exciting tasks and attractive positions with direct customer assignment. 
Job Description 
Location: Dubai, UAE 
Employment Type: Permanent 
Reporting to: General Counsel<ul><li>Prepare and distribute notices, agendas and supporting materials for board and committee meetings.</li><li>Attend board meetings, record minutes.</li><li>Assist in the preparation and filing of statutory documents with regulatory authorities.</li><li>Provide guidance and support to directors and senior management on corporate governance matters.</li><li>review draft minutes of meetings and resolutions when prepared by co-shareholders</li><li>Communicate with external advisors, legal counsel and auditors on corporate governance and compliance issues.</li><li>keep the group corporate database updated</li><li>Stay updated on changes to corporate law, regulations and governance practices. 2</li></ul> 
Qualifications 
Bachelor's degree in Law, , or related field; legal qualification preferred but not required<ul><li>5-7 years of progressive experience as a company secretary or corporate legal counsel in-house or in private practice</li><li>excellent English proficiency (written and verbal), ideally native or fluent Arabic speaker</li><li>Expertise in corporate law</li><li>Demonstrated ability to handle complex legal matters with minimal supervision</li><li>Solid understanding of Middle East corporate and regulatory environment</li><li>Experience in working with legal advisors and working in fast-paced environments</li></ul> 
Additional Information 
Personal Attributes<ul><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to interact effectively with senior stakeholders in both Arabic and English</li><li>Strong collaborative approach while maintaining ability to work independently</li><li>High level of discretion and ability to handle confidential and sensitive information</li><li>Proactive and results-oriented with strong sense of accountability</li><li>Adaptability and continuous learning mindset in dynamic environment</li><li>Cultural awareness and ability to bridge communication between international and local teams 3</li></ul>
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted</div>

Corporate Legal Counsel (WATER, ENERGY), UAEN-Dubai, UAE

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 Company Description
 
 
 
 Do you want to shape the world of tomorrow and work on innovative projects? Then you're a good fit for us! We are a global engineering group with 15,000 employees and 140 locations worldwide. With our services, we are driving the topics of energy efficiency, climate protection and decarbonization and developing tech industries into new dimensions.
 
 
 The world of SEGULA Technologies Experts revolves around industries such as automotive, software, energy and life sciences. As an independent player, we support OEMs and suppliers with personal engineering services. Take advantage of new opportunities and take on exciting tasks and attractive positions with direct customer assignment.
 
 
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Dubai, UAE
 
 
 
 Employment Type:
 
 Permanent
 
 
 
 Reporting to:
 
 General Counsel
 
 
 <ul>
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 Prepare and distribute notices, agendas and supporting materials for board and committee meetings.
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 Attend board meetings, record minutes.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist in the preparation and filing of statutory documents with regulatory authorities.
 </li>
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 Provide guidance and support to directors and senior management on corporate governance matters.
 </li>
 <li>
 review draft minutes of meetings and resolutions when prepared by co-shareholders
 </li>
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 Communicate with external advisors, legal counsel and auditors on corporate governance and compliance issues.
 </li>
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 keep the group corporate database updated
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 Stay updated on changes to corporate law, regulations and governance practices. 2
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 Bachelor's degree in Law, , or related field; legal qualification preferred but not required
 
 
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 5-7 years of progressive experience as a company secretary or corporate legal counsel in-house or in private practice
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 excellent English proficiency (written and verbal), ideally native or fluent Arabic speaker
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 Expertise in corporate law
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 Demonstrated ability to handle complex legal matters with minimal supervision
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 Solid understanding of Middle East corporate and regulatory environment
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 Experience in working with legal advisors and working in fast-paced environments
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Additional Information
 
 
 
 Personal Attributes
 
 
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 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to interact effectively with senior stakeholders in both Arabic and English
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 Strong collaborative approach while maintaining ability to work independently
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 High level of discretion and ability to handle confidential and sensitive information
 </li>
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 Proactive and results-oriented with strong sense of accountability
 </li>
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 Adaptability and continuous learning mindset in dynamic environment
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 Cultural awareness and ability to bridge communication between international and local teams 3
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
 
</div>

Allied Vision Buildings

We&rsquo;re Hiring &ndash; Legal Counsel (2&ndash;3 Years UAE Experience)Allied Vision is looking for a Legal Counsel to join our team in the UAE.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide legal advice and support on corporate, commercial, and labor law matters.</li><li>Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and legal documents.</li><li>Ensure compliance with UAE laws and regulations.</li><li>Advise management on risk assessment and legal strategies.</li><li>Liaise with external counsel when required.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Skills:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLB or equivalent).</li><li>Minimum 2&ndash;3 years of legal practice within the UAE.</li><li>Strong understanding of UAE labor and corporate laws.</li><li>Excellent communication and drafting skills.</li><li>Detail-oriented with strong analytical abilities.</li></ul>How to Apply If you meet the above criteria, please send your CV to: admin@alliedvisionme.comJob Type: Full-time

Legal Counsel

Qi Group

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 The Role:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Legal Counsel ensures that the company adheres to all legal requirements, providing expert legal advice, managing risks, and ensuring compliance with corporate governance standards. This role plays a critical part in protecting the organization from legal exposure and maintaining regulatory integrity across operations, particularly in the MENA region.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
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 Corporate Legal Affairs
 
 
 
 
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 Provide legal advice to employees, management, and the board on a wide range of legal issues.
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 Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and legal documents.
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 Ensure all company transactions comply with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
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 Monitor legal and regulatory developments and advise management on necessary policy adjustments.
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 Advise on corporate governance matters, including board meetings, corporate filings, and regulatory compliance.
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 Prepare regular legal reports and updates for management.
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 Develop and enforce internal governance policies to ensure ongoing legal compliance.
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 Risk Management
 
 
 
 
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 Identify and mitigate legal risks and liabilities.
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 Apply proactive legal risk management strategies.
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 Advise management on potential legal issues before they arise.
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 Litigation Management
 
 
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 Manage and coordinate legal proceedings, including litigation and dispute resolution across the MENA region.
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 Evaluate potential legal actions and recommend litigation or alternative dispute resolution.
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 Engage and assess external legal counsel.
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 Oversee the legal budget and manage litigation-related costs.
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 Collaborate with legal retainers to align litigation strategies with company goals.
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 Assess litigation risks including financial and reputational implications.
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 Maintain detailed records and timelines of all legal cases.
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 Keep stakeholders informed of legal crises, including customer arrests.
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 Ensure legal support is available across all countries of operation to minimize market disruption and maintain customer satisfaction.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Additional Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
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 Manage intellectual property (IP) registration and protection, including trademarks, copyrights, and patents.
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 Oversee product registration in the UAE and other MENA countries.
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 Obtain required business licenses and activity approvals across regions.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 
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 Bachelor's Degree in Law with minimum of 5 years of work and litigation experience.
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 Licensed lawyer or legal practitioner with credentials recognized in a MENA country.
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 Required Skills
 
 
 
 
 
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 Strong knowledge of corporate law, procedures, and local legal systems in the Middle East.
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 High professional ethics, integrity, and responsibility.
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 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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 Proficiency in both Arabic and English, including legal translation.
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 Ability to assess legal situations with sound judgment.
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 Professional demeanor with strong representation and stakeholder communication skills.
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 Willingness to travel internationally for business needs.
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 Experience in managing legal teams and external counsel.
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 Familiarity with international law and regulations.
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 Available immediately.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 If you are passionate and thrive to succeed in law, willing to take up challenges, and hungry for career growth, please send us your latest cv, will be happy to chat.
 
 
 
 
</div>

PAPEL

<div>Who We Are
At Papel Holdings, we&rsquo;re not just another Fintech company. We&rsquo;re on a mission to revolutionize the financial landscape. From innovative banking solutions to cutting-edge digital asset products, we&rsquo;re transforming how people interact with money.
Careers at Papel suit those who want to have an impact, who are comfortable getting uncomfortable, willing to take risks and win big. We are brave, laser-focused and have high aptitude, with a little playfulness for good measure. If you&rsquo;re someone who thrives on high accountability, possesses a start-up spirit, and flair for industry-savvy solutions, you&rsquo;ll fit right in.
If this resonates with you, you&rsquo;ll have the opportunity to make a real impact and be part of something that&rsquo;s changing how we interact with money and wealth.
POSITION OBJECTIVE
As General Counsel, you will serve as the primary legal advisor to the company, providing Legal&rsquo;s commercial-corporate and regulatory leadership across all business functions. You&rsquo;ll be responsible for managing legal risk, navigating regulatory environments, and ensuring compliance with domestic and international financial services regulations and laws. You&rsquo;ll also be instrumental in technology procurement, corporate governance, acquisitions, strategic partnerships, and the full suite of contracts related to product development.
RESPONSIBILITIES<ul>
<li>Serve as the company&rsquo;s principal legal advisor, managing all legal matters, including corporate, commercial, regulatory, employment, and intellectual property.</li>
<li>Oversee legal risk management and compliance with applicable financial regulations.</li>
<li>Advise on licensing applications related to payments, lending, digital assets, or digital banking.</li>
<li>Lead and negotiate key commercial agreements, including partnerships and vendor contracts.</li>
<li>Advise the Board of Directors and executive leadership on legal strategy, governance, and best practices.</li>
<li>Manage external counsel relationships and legal budget. This includes &ldquo;magic circle&rdquo; and local counsel in other jurisdictions.</li>
<li>Build and lead an in-house legal team as the company grows.</li>
</ul>Requirements<ul>
<li>JD or LLB from an accredited law school. Ideally in the top-20 globally by QS rankings or similar</li>
<li>10+ years of PQE legal experience, with a strong background in TMT, payments, and financial services</li>
<li>Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks relevant to FinTech (e.g., AML/KYC, sanctions, digital assets, Travel Rule, data privacy)</li>
<li>Experience negotiating complex contracts and advising on corporate transactions</li>
<li>Proven ability to work cross-functionally and influence at the executive level</li>
<li>Operationally strong and also a strategic thinker</li>
</ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul>
<li>Financial services and data protection certifications.</li>
<li>Ideally, prior experience at regulated entities and a fintech startup.</li>
<li>International legal experience and cross-border regulations; interfacing with notaries public.</li>
</ul>Benefits<ul>
<li>Competitive salary</li>
<li>Discretionary bonus</li>
<li>Comprehensive Healthcare</li></ul></div>

General Counsel - FinTech

Venture Search

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 Legal Counsel &ndash; Family Office &ndash; Dubai
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We are working with a well-established and diversified family office headquartered in Dubai, who is seeking to appoint a
 
 
 Legal Counsel to join their growing team. This is a key role providing legal and regulatory support across the group&rsquo;s parent entity and subsidiaries, ensuring compliance and protecting the company&rsquo;s interests in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Role
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Legal Counsel will act as a trusted advisor across the business, offering practical legal guidance on a wide range of matters including corporate, commercial, real estate, and regulatory issues. The successful candidate will play an integral role in drafting and negotiating contracts, supporting business units on day-to-day legal matters, managing risk, and ensuring that group activities comply with UAE laws and applicable free zone regulations (DIFC and ADGM).
 
 
 
 
 
 You will be expected to work closely with senior leadership and operational teams, providing pragmatic, business-focused legal solutions that enable growth while safeguarding the company&rsquo;s assets and reputation. This role offers exposure to high-value real estate and investment projects, corporate structuring, and cross-border regulatory matters.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 Provide day-to-day legal advisory support across multiple business units and subsidiaries.
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 Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, shareholder agreements, leases, and procurement agreements.
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 Advise on corporate governance, structuring, and M&amp;A activity.
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 Support real estate and development projects, ensuring compliance with property and construction laws.
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 Advise on regulatory compliance across UAE mainland, DIFC, and ADGM jurisdictions.
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 Support the resolution of commercial, contractual, and real estate disputes.
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 Collaborate with internal stakeholders to integrate legal considerations into operational decision-making.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Candidate Profile
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLB/LLM) from a reputable institution.
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 5&ndash;8 years&rsquo; post-qualification experience in the UAE, with exposure to corporate, commercial, and real estate law.
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 Previous experience within real estate, investment groups, or family offices is highly desirable.
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 Strong knowledge of UAE mainland law and free zone frameworks (DIFC/ADGM).
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 Proven ability to draft and negotiate a wide range of contracts and legal documents.
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 Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey legal concepts clearly to non-legal stakeholders.
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 Commercially astute, solutions-oriented, and adaptable to a fast-paced environment.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience.
 
 
 
 
 
 Please note that due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
 
 
 
 
</div>

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