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Jollibee UAE

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 Jollibee UAE is seeking an experienced Corporate Lawyer to join our growing team.
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts (supplier agreements, leases, service contracts, etc.)
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 Provide legal advice on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and business operations in the UAE
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 Handle real estate-related legal matters (rental/leasing, fit-outs)
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 Manage dispute resolution, litigation support, and risk mitigation
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 Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, finance, and HR
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 Law degree with a strong understanding of UAE corporate and commercial law
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 Proven experience in contract drafting and negotiation
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 Fluent in Arabic with excellent English communication skills (both written and spoken).
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 Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail
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 Ability to work independently and manage multiple legal matters
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 Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other office tools is highly desirable
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Corporate Lawyer

Gatestone Group

Role OverviewWe are looking for a Corporate Lawyer &amp; Compliance Officer to join our team in Dubai.The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in corporate and commercial law, strong attention to detail, and a basic understanding of UAE regulatory compliance. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their legal career within a professional corporate services environment.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Draft and review contracts, resolutions, and corporate documents.</li><li>Assist in company incorporation, restructuring, and corporate governance.</li><li>Support compliance activities, including KYC, AML, UBO, and ESR documentation.</li><li>Conduct legal research and provide guidance on UAE company laws and regulations.</li><li>Liaise with government authorities (DED, Free Zones, RAKICC, etc.) when required.</li><li>Maintain internal compliance records and assist in preparing reports.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Skills<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Law (LLB); LLM is an advantage.</li><li>Minimum 1 to 2 year of UAE experience in legal, corporate, or compliance work.</li><li>Knowledge of UAE company formation procedures and corporate laws preferred.</li><li>Strong communication, drafting, and organizational skills.</li><li>Detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul>Experience with corporate service providers or law firms is a plus.Job Type: Full-time

Corporate Lawyer & Compliance Officer

Gloria Jean's Coffees

Position OverviewWe are seeking a qualified and experienced Corporate &amp; Commercial Lawyer to provide legal support for our UAE mainland and Dubai CommerCity (DCC free zone) entities. The role covers a broad range of corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters, including banking and financial transactions, supplier and contractor agreements, logistics, retail and e-commerce operations, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will also have working familiarity with international sanctions regimes relevant to cross-border trade and financial operations.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Corporate &amp; Regulatory Affairs</li><li>Draft, review, and advise on incorporation, licensing, and registration of legal entities in UAE mainland and free zones (including DCC).</li><li>Liaise with relevant government bodies (e.g., MOHRE, GDRFA, DED, free zone authorities) regarding labour, immigration, and compliance matters.</li><li>Ensure timely renewals and updates of trade licenses, establishment cards, and related corporate documents.</li><li>Commercial Contracts &amp; Transactions</li><li>Draft, review, and negotiate agreements (including with companies from Russia, the CIS, and Asia) with:</li><li>Banks and financial institutions (account opening, financing, facilities, guarantees).</li><li>Logistics and freight forwarding providers.</li><li>Office contractors, service providers, and suppliers (including office supplies and operational support).</li><li>Merchandise suppliers (for resale) and sample suppliers (for evaluation and use).</li><li>Retail landlords and mall operators (lease agreements, fit-out agreements).</li><li>E-commerce platforms, IT solutions providers, and online marketplaces.</li><li>Advise on risk allocation, and enforceability under UAE law.</li><li>Employment &amp; Immigration</li><li>Review employment agreements and other labour related documents in compliance with UAE Labour Law.</li><li>Provide legal support for work permit, residency visa, and employee relations matters as needed.</li><li>Compliance &amp; Risk Management</li><li>Advise on compliance with UAE regulations, including commercial, labour, consumer protection, and data protection laws.</li><li>Conduct due diligence and compliance checks on third parties, with particular attention to sanctions regimes affecting trade and finance.</li><li>Assist management with risk assessments and provide legal input into company policies and processes.</li><li>Dispute Resolution Support</li><li>Manage pre-litigation dispute correspondence with contractors, suppliers, and service providers.</li><li>Coordinate with external counsel on litigation or arbitration matters if necessary.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Experience<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law; qualifications in Russia and the UAE are preferred.</li><li>Practical experience with international law and cross-border legal matters (including transfer regulations).</li><li>Awareness of legislation of GCC countries is preferred</li><li>5&ndash;8 years of post-qualification experience.</li><li>Strong knowledge of UAE commercial, corporate, and labour laws.</li><li>Experience drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements.</li><li>Familiarity with international sanctions regulations (US, EU, UK) and their potential impact on UAE and Russia transactions is desirable.</li><li>Fluency in Russian and English (required).</li><li>Arabic language skills are a significant plus.</li></ul>Apply now or contact us for more details! people@geejay.aeJob Type: Full-time

Corporate & Commercial Lawyer

Black Pen Recruitment

Our client believes in the power of Virtual Advancement, leveraging digital innovation and strategic foresight to help businesses excel in a rapidly evolving world. With a focus on agility and adaptability, they work alongside organizations to simplify complexity, enhance operations, and implement strategies that foster long-term success.Their team partners with startups, SMEs, and large enterprises across various industries, enabling clients to harness technology, data, and strategic insight to gain a sustainable competitive advantage. From expanding into new markets to building resilient financial roadmaps, our client serves as a trusted advisor committed to creating meaningful impact. Whether the goal is operational optimization or future-focused growth, our client delivers the clarity and capability needed to navigate change and lead with confidence.Role OverviewEnsure our client's South African wagering entities are fully license-compliant, financially efficient, and prepared for growth across the continent.Job Type: Full-time / PermanentLocation: Malta or ThailandWorkplace: HybridRelocation Package: Full accommodation, flight tickets, and other expenses for Malta or ThailandRequirements<ul><li>Admitted attorney (South Africa qualified), with 8+ years' corporate/commercial experience in betting, fintech, or other regulated sectors</li><li>Expert knowledge of the National Gambling Act, provincial regulations, and SARB exchange-control rules</li><li>Fluent in English; Afrikaans or another local language strongly preferred</li></ul>Responsibilities<ul><li>Governance & filings: Maintain accurate CIPC records, B-BBEE certificates, UBO registers, and provincial-board corporate returns</li><li>Licence management: Lead new applications, renewals, share-change approvals, and key-person vetting with relevant boards; brief the MLRO on any conditions</li><li>Commercial contracts: Draft and negotiate agreements for affiliates, data feeds, sponsorships, and white-label products, ensuring compliance with gambling laws and CPA provisions</li><li>Exchange-control & tax: Guide on SARB approvals for dividends, loans, and royalties; monitor risks related to thin capitalization and withholding taxes</li><li>M&A / expansion: Conduct legal due diligence for new African targets; manage data rooms, closing opinions, and post-merger integration</li><li>Dispute oversight: Manage vendor, player, and regulator disputes; instruct litigation counsel under capped or AFA terms</li><li>Policy & training: Implement signing authority limits, director induction packs, and conduct governance training for local leadership</li></ul>

Senior Corporate Lawyer (Relocation to Malta orThailand/iGaming)

AHMAD ABDULLA AHLI Advocates and Legal Consultants

We are currently seeking a highly experienced Lawyer or Legal Researcher to join our distinguished legal team. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in UAE litigation, deep legal analytical skills, and the ability to navigate both Arabic and English legal content with precision and clarity.Key Requirements:<ul><li>Minimum 7 years of UAE-based legal experience</li><li>Proven expertise in civil, commercial, corporate, or real estate litigation</li><li>Fluent in Arabic and English &mdash; including legal reading, writing, speaking, and reasoning</li><li>Strong ability to draft legal memoranda, court submissions, and legal research reports</li><li>Familiarity with UAE court systems, procedures, and online litigation portals</li><li>Ability to work under pressure, handle complex cases, and meet tight deadlines</li></ul>Why Join Us?<ul><li>Work under the guidance of a former Dubai Supreme Court Justice</li><li>Handle high-profile litigation and advisory matters across sectors</li><li>Be part of a respected, independent firm with a deep-rooted courtroom culture</li><li>A collaborative and professional environment that values legal quality and precision</li></ul>To Apply: Kindly send your CV and a brief cover letter to hr@ahli-law.com or info@ahli-law.com Subject line: Application &ndash; Lawyer / Legal ResearcherLearn more about us: www.ahli-law.comJob Type: Full-timeExperience:<ul><li>UAE legal: 7 years (Required)</li></ul>Language:<ul><li>Arabi And English (Required)</li></ul>Expected Start Date: 14/06/2025

Lawyer / Legal Researcher (UAE Legal Experience Required)

Client of MENA Recruit Pty Ltd

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Key Responsibilities:
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<li>Draft, review, and negotiate commercial and real estate contracts</li>
<li>Provide legal support on operational and corporate matters</li>
<li>Assist with compliance, due diligence, and risk management</li>
<li>Liaise with external counsel when necessary</li>
<li>Maintain organized and up-to-date legal documentation</li>
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Requirements:
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<li>Qualified lawyer (civil or common law jurisdiction accepted)</li>
<li>Minimum 2 years PQE</li>
<li>Strong commercial and real estate experience</li>
<li>Native English speaker</li>
<li>Currently based in the UAE</li>
<li>Available to join within 1 month</li>
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Junior Legal Counsel

RISE

<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">About the Role</h3>
We are a leading sports, entertainment, and cultural agency operating across the UAE and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. We partner with rights holders, talent, brands, venues, investors, and government stakeholders to deliver world-class events, commercial ventures, and cultural initiatives.
On an ongoing, part time basis, we are seeking a mid-level lawyer to serve as a trusted, hands-on legal advisor across the full spectrum of our business activities. The role combines broad commercial coverage with sector-specific expertise and requires strong judgement, practical problem solving, and comfort operating at pace in a high-growth, cross-border environment.<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Key Responsibilities</h3>
You will act as a front-line, business-facing lawyer providing end-to-end legal support across UAE and KSA operations. Core responsibilities include drafting, negotiating, and advising on high-value and business-critical agreements; ensuring regulatory compliance across multiple regimes; managing risk; and supporting strategic initiatives.
Your work will include, without limitation, the following:<ul><li>Commercial contracts: drafting and negotiating a wide range of agreements including sponsorship and partnership agreements, supplier and vendor agreements, teaming agreements, master service agreements, introducer agreements, MOUs and NDAs.</li><li>Sports and Entertainment sector: advising on rights acquisition and exploitation and team/club partnerships, esports arrangements, naming rights agreements.</li><li>Regulatory and compliance: ensuring compliance with applicable UAE and KSA laws and relevant free zone regulations; data protection and privacy; anti-bribery and corruption; competition; and sanctions/AML screening in coordination with compliance.</li><li>Corporate and governance: supporting corporate secretarial and governance matters, board materials, powers of attorney, policy development, and intra-group arrangements; advising on joint ventures, strategic partnerships, and restructurings; coordinating external counsel on corporate projects and regulatory filings.</li><li>Employment: assisting the HR team with employment related matters including employment agreements, consultant agreements, secondments.</li><li>Disputes and investigations: managing pre-litigation strategy, settlement and release agreements, cease-and-desist letters, regulatory inquiries, and dispute resolution strategies; instructing and managing external counsel for litigation and arbitration.</li><li>Risk management and operations: issue spotting and pragmatic risk allocation; developing playbooks, template suites, and clause libraries; creating and delivering training for commercial teams; embedding compliance by design across deals and workflows.</li><li>Stakeholder engagement: serving as a strategic partner to senior leadership and operational teams; collaborating with government entities, rights holders, and sponsors; and representing the agency in negotiations and industry forums.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Candidate Profile</h3><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Qualifications and Experience</h3><ul><li>7 years + post-qualification experience at a leading law firm and/or in-house legal team, with preferred experience in sports, entertainment, media, events, or cultural sectors.</li><li>Common law qualification preferred (e.g., England &amp; Wales, Australia, New Zealand, US, Canada, South Africa) or strong international training; additional civil law/GCC experience advantageous.</li><li>Proven track record drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements in fast-paced, deal-driven environments.</li><li>Experience operating across the UAE and/or KSA, including familiarity with onshore and free zone frameworks; experience with regional regulators and permitting processes is a strong plus.</li><li>Prior exposure to sponsorship deals and event delivery contracts is highly desirable.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Skills and Attributes</h3><ul><li>Commercially minded lawyer with excellent drafting and negotiation skills and the ability to deliver crisp, actionable advice.</li><li>Strong judgment and risk calibration; comfortable making recommendations under time pressure with incomplete information.</li><li>Effective communicator who can influence diverse stakeholders, including senior executives, government partners, and international rights holders.</li><li>Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple concurrent matters across jurisdictions and business lines.</li><li>Integrity, discretion, and a proactive, ownership mindset suited to a scaling, entrepreneurial organization.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Languages</h3><ul><li>Excellent written and spoken English required; Arabic proficiency is a strong advantage.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Reporting Line</h3>
Reports to the CEO; close collaboration with Commercial, HR, Finance, and Compliance functions.</div>

Legal Counsel (Sport, Culture & Entertainment) - Part time/ Flexible

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