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kMNA lAWYERS & LEGAL CONSULTANTS

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Legal Associate to join our Corporate and Contracts Department. This position is ideal for a recent graduate with a foundational understanding of Common Law principles and a keen interest in corporate and commercial legal matters. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience in a dynamic legal environment and develop practical skills in contract management, legal research, and compliance.Key Responsibilities:Assist in reviewing, interpreting, and negotiating contracts and commercial agreements, under the guidance of senior legal staff.Conduct legal research on Common Law and corporate legal matters, providing analytical support as required.Support compliance efforts related to corporate governance, regulatory, and statutory requirements.Assist in managing the contract lifecycle, including preparation, execution, and coordination with internal teams and clients until completion.Participate in contract negotiations with clients, ensuring the company&rsquo;s interests are effectively protected.Collaborate with internal teams and provide support to senior legal staff as needed.Required Qualifications:Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Law (LLB).Fluency in English and Arabic (written and spoken).Required Skills &amp; Experience:Strong attention to detail and a professional presence.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.Superior written and verbal communication abilities.Proactive, with a strong willingness to learn and develop.Ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Junior Legal Associate – Corporate and Contracts Department

Gradiant Corporation

About GradiantGradiant is a Different Kind of Water Company. With a full suite of differentiated and proprietary end-to-end solutions for advanced water and wastewater treatment powered by the top minds in water, the company serves its clients&rsquo; mission-critical operations in the world&rsquo;s essential industries, including semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, food &amp; beverage, lithium and critical minerals, and renewable energy. Gradiant&rsquo;s innovative solutions reduce water used and wastewater discharged, reclaim valuable resources, and renew wastewater into freshwater. The Boston-headquartered company was founded at MIT and has over 1,400 employees worldwide. Discover us at gradiant.com.Overview of roleThe Company Secretary Assistance will be an integral member of the Gradiant Group Legal and Compliance Team (&ldquo;Group Legal Team&rdquo;) and will be expected to contribute to Group Legal Team&rsquo;s provision of global legal and compliance support to the Gradiant Group of Companies (the &ldquo;Group&rdquo;) in all aspects of the Group&rsquo;s operations, financial transactions, and investor relations. The current role of the Company Secretary Executive will be expected to provide corporate secretarial services to all entities in the Middle East region and therefore must understand and adhere to strict confidentiality requirements including confidentiality as between the Group Legal Team and Gradiant Entity.This role will be based in Abu Dhabi/Dubai, and the candidate will directly report to and work with Company Secretary - India. The candidate must be able to effectively work with the senior leadership team, while carrying out his/her role as a member of the Group Legal Team implementing governance and compliance policies of the Group in constant consultation with the Group Legal Team. The candidate must therefore not only have administrative skills but also be very astute.Specific Duties/responsibilities:<ul><li>Familiar with UAE Company Laws</li><li>Coordinate with certified legal translators in getting the corporate documents translated in Arabic.</li><li>Coordinate and Arrange Notarisation/Apostillisation/Legalisation with local Notary office for all corporate secretarial documents.</li><li>Handle all Corporate Secretarial activities across Middle East viz., Abu Dhabi, Dubai, , Oman, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and any other country in the region..</li><li>Run Errands and assist with corporate relevant submission activities with local authority.</li><li>Coordinate with external consultants for all Corporate Secretarial activities in the Middle East region as and when required with external consultants.</li><li>Ensure compliance of all corporate secretarial matters within the portfolio with applicable statutory/regulatory requirement, constitution and approved board/corporate governance policies.</li><li>Provide Corporate Secretarial support to the Group Legal Team and other stakeholders, as and when instructed.</li><li>Maintain records of entities adherence to legal and regulatory requirements including annual returns, updating shareholders documents, board meeting minutes, resolutions, corporate registers and ensuring timely intimation of necessary filings under UAE commercial laws.</li><li>Submitting statutory documents and forms with relevant government authorities, such as the UAE Ministry of Economy, Department of Economic Development (DED), etc.,</li><li>To assist with requests made by Group Legal Team as and when required.</li></ul>Education, Skills &amp; Experience:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree from a reputed College / University</li><li>Familiar with UAE Commercial Companies Law, corporate, regulations and governance practices</li><li>Language: English, Arabic is an advantage</li><li>Minimum 2-3 years in a similar role either in a firm or company</li><li>Good Administrative skills</li><li>Commercially Aware</li><li>Communication Skills</li><li>Adaptable</li><li>Efficient and Effective</li><li>Results orientated.</li><li>Able to work independently and as part of a small team</li></ul>Gradiant is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.Job Type: Full-timePay: AED9,000.00 - AED12,000.00 per monthApplication Question(s):<ul><li>What is your notice period?</li><li>What is your salary expectations?</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Company Secretary Assistant (Legal)

Legal Route - Global Legal Recruitment

Overview This global health care group is seeking a talented and dynamic counsel to join and lead the Data Protection legal team for this arm of their business. The role involves advising across the business on various legal risks and obligations under data protection and regulatory laws across the MENA region and beyond. The role is a great opportunity for any candidate who is keen to tackle some of today's toughest and important legal challenges in this cutting-edge area of law. You must have flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and organizational needs. In addition, you must have the ability to operate independently in a small but growing international legal team, working on issues in a vibrant, fast-paced environment. This role will provide strategic and tactical legal counseling to internal legal, product, operations and business teams on a range of privacy, data protection, and security related legal and compliance initiatives and disputes for the group of companies. This role will also be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with data protection regulators throughout both the Middle East and globally. This is a full-time position based in Abu Dhabi. Responsibilities <ul><li>Assist healthcare product lawyers in evaluating the impact of privacy laws, regulatory guidance and enforcement actions, and other related guidelines on product features</li><li>Support members of the legal, business, and policy teams on privacy and security-related legal matters, including areas related to partnerships, acquisitions, integrations, and other business development opportunities</li><li>Develop regulatory strategy in connection with new product features and initiatives, and coordinate responses to inquiries from data protection regulators in those regions</li><li>Drive high-profile and high-impact projects involving privacy analysis and compliance with stakeholders across the business, policy, legal, communications, security, and other departments</li><li>Work with the wider legal team on regulatory and data protection matters</li><li>Help draft and oversee the development and management of the business (and its affiliates') terms and data policies across the full range of the healthcare providers' different products</li><li>Help develop and conduct general and role-specific data protection trainings across the business</li></ul> Minimum Qualifications <ul><li>8+ years of legal experience, including at a law firm and/or prior in-house experience with internet or technology companies (applicable regulatory, or product counseling will be considered)</li><li>Experience with global privacy laws, regulations, and industry guidelines, especially including those relevant for the healthcare environment</li><li>Lawyer qualified to practice law in at least one jurisdiction in the Middle East. (UK / US / Australia / Canada and Ireland etc)</li><li>Ability to prioritize work and provide advice under deadlines</li><li>Business judgment and client counseling experience</li></ul> Preferred Qualifications <ul><li>In-depth knowledge of legal issues in the area of healthcare / medical devices / laboratories including an excellent understanding of regional or country specific data protection laws in the Middle East and/or globally</li><li>Industry or government experience working directly with data protection authorities in the Middle East and/or Africa</li><li>Experience in driving and managing large-scale data protection projects across multiple jurisdictions is a plus</li><li>Excellent problem-solving, written and oral communication and interpersonal skills</li></ul>

Data Protectio / Regulatory Lawyer - Health Care Group - Abu Dhabi

Aventus

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 Corporate Senior Associate Lawyer (5&ndash;10 PQE) -
 
 
 Regional Law Firm &ndash; Abu Dhabi
 
 
 
 
 
 
 A well-established regional law firm with a strong presence in the UAE is seeking to appoint a
 
 Corporate Senior Associate (5&ndash;10 PQE)
 
 as a key hire for its growing Abu Dhabi office. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded lawyer to join a firm with significant regional credibility and strong long-term ambitions.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Role
 
 
 
 The firm is looking for a Senior Associate with a broad corporate background, ideally covering:
 
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 ADGM company formation
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 The role is
 
 Abu Dhabi&ndash;based
 
 and requires someone who is confident with networking, client engagement and business development. This is not a back-office role, the successful candidate will play a visible part in developing client relationships and supporting the firm&rsquo;s growth in the capital.
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 5&ndash;10 years&rsquo; PQE with tangible law firm experience
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 Strong corporate experience in Abu Dhabi, the UAE or wider GCC
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 Background with leading regional or international law firm
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 In-house returners will also be considered
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 Arabic is advantageous, but
 
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 Firm Environment &amp; Progression
 
 
 
 The firm offers:
 
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 A positive and flexible working culture
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 A meritocratic environment with genuine recognition
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 A stable, UAE-founded platform with strong client connections (government entities, major corporates, family groups)
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 Significant internal support from a well-connected partners, generating regular referral work
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 Market remuneration, tax free
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 There is
 
 clear progression potential
 
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Corporate Senior Associate Solicitor - Law Firm - Abu Dhabi

Job Details Arabic Speaking Paralegal - Abu Dhabi, UAE Employer: Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi / M42 Group. Reporting to: Legal & Compliance Manager. About the Role We are seeking a proactive Arabic speaking Paralegal to support our legal and compliance teams in Abu Dhabi. The role involves contracts administration, regulatory support, and ensuring smooth internal governance, providing bilingual coverage for local stakeholders. Key Responsibilities <ul> <li>Draft, review, and maintain contracts and other legal documents under supervision.</li> <li>Support regulatory submissions, internal compliance audits, and governance processes.</li> <li>Liaise with internal and external stakeholders in both Arabic and English.</li> <li>Assist with research, legal reporting, and documentation management.</li> <li>Support the legal team with ad hoc projects and day to day operations.</li> </ul> Candidate Requirements <ul> <li>Fluency in Arabic and English (written and spoken).</li> <li>Previous experience as a paralegal or legal assistant in healthcare, corporate, or regulatory environments preferred.</li> <li>Strong organizational and administrative skills.</li> <li>Detail oriented, proactive, and capable of handling confidential information.</li> <li>Familiarity with UAE legal and regulatory frameworks is an advantage.</li> </ul> Package & Benefits Competitive base salary aligned with UAE market standards. Housing and schooling allowances where applicable. Standard benefits including healthcare, transport, and relocation support.

Arabic speaking / drafting paralegal

Hydrogen Group

Job Details The role offers the opportunity to work on high-end cross-border M&A and private equity transactions across the Middle East and globally, alongside a dynamic group of partners and associates with deep regional and international experience. The Role You'll be advising global corporates, sovereign wealth funds, private equity sponsors, and institutional investors on complex, high-value deals. The team handles M&A, joint ventures, restructurings, and private equity investments, often with a cross-border or regional dimension. Key Requirements <ul><li>England & Wales qualified (essential)</li><li>5-6 years' post-qualification experience in corporate M&A / private equity</li><li>Currently working at (or trained with) a leading US or Magic Circle firm</li><li>Strong transactional experience</li><li>Existing Middle East experience is required - UAE, Saudi Arabia, or wider GCC</li><li>Commercial, adaptable, and committed to a long-term career in the region</li></ul> Why Join? Work with a globally recognised team on high-value, strategic transactionsFast growing Abu Dhabi office with strong regional presenceExcellent platform for career development within a lean, high-performing teamCompetitive US salary and bonus structure

• US FIRM 5-6 PQE CORPORATE SOLICITOR - ABU DHABI •

NMC Health plc

<div>The Vice President &ndash; Legal oversees the legal affairs of the entire organization and leads the Legal Department in advising on matters related to corporate governance, healthcare law, contracts, litigation, compliance, mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property, and labour law. This role is responsible for developing legal policies, ensuring full compliance with UAE laws and healthcare regulations, managing legal risk, and representing the organization in dealings with government authorities and external counsel. The VP &ndash; Legal also plays a key role in supporting the Board of Directors and executive team on legal strategy and risk</div>
 <div>The post holder will:
<ul><li>Lead the organization&rsquo;s overall legal strategy to ensure alignment with business goals while safeguarding the organization from legal and regulatory risks.
</li><li>Provide expert legal advice and guidance to the Board, CEO, and executive leadership team on strategic initiatives, contracts, litigation, and regulatory matters.
</li><li>Oversee all legal affairs, including contract negotiations, corporate structuring, healthcare compliance, intellectual property, labor law, and litigation.
</li><li>Develop, implement, and maintain legal policies, frameworks, and procedures that promote legal integrity, risk management, and corporate compliance.
</li><li>Serve as the organization's key representative in complex legal matters involving regulators, governmental bodies, external legal counsel, and business partners.
</li><li>Oversee and manage legal aspects of mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, partnerships, and other strategic business transactions, including due diligence.
</li><li>Guide and review the work of the legal team, setting departmental objectives, supervising case handling, and ensuring team development.
</li><li>Monitor legal developments in the UAE and internationally that impact healthcare, corporate governance, digital transformation, and operational compliance.
</li><li>Ensure the organization complies with all statutory and regulatory obligations in healthcare, corporate, labor, and data protection laws.
</li><li>Mitigate legal risk by proactively identifying potential issues and implementing appropriate preventative measures and controls.
</li><li>Advise internal departments (HR, Finance, IT, Operations, etc.) on day-to-day legal matters, dispute resolution, and contractual obligations.
</li><li>Ensure the proper management of corporate records, licenses, intellectual property, trademarks, and legal filings.
</li><li>Prepare and review high-level legal reports, board presentations, and documentation related to governance, compliance, and litigation.
</li><li>Build strong relationships with government entities, healthcare regulators, and industry associations to promote legal and operational alignment.
</li><li>Foster a culture of ethical behavior, legal awareness, and compliance throughout the organization.</li></ul></div>
 <div>Education and Certification
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university is mandatory.
</li><li>Master&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLM) or MBA with legal specialization is highly desirable.
</li><li>Licensed to practice law in the UAE or home jurisdiction.
</li></ul>Knowledge and Skills
<ul><li>In-depth knowledge of UAE and international legal frameworks relevant to healthcare, corporate law, labor law, and data privacy.
</li><li>Proven ability to develop and execute legal strategy at the organizational level.
</li><li>Exceptional skills in legal analysis, drafting, negotiation, and litigation management.
</li><li>Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
</li><li>Knowledge of corporate governance principles and experience advising executive leadership and board members.
</li><li>Ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical advice for non-legal audiences.
</li><li>Sound understanding of healthcare-specific regulations and licensing requirements.
</li><li>Expertise in managing external counsel, legal budgets, and litigation portfolios.
</li><li>Ability to handle high-pressure situations with discretion and strategic thinking.
</li><li>Technological fluency in legal systems, document management, and compliance tools.
</li></ul>Vice President &ndash; Legal benefit from having experience/competency in:
<ul><li>UAE healthcare law
</li><li>Corporate governance
</li><li>Contract negotiation
</li><li>Risk and compliance strategy
</li><li>Board advisory
</li><li>Mergers and acquisitions
</li><li>Regulatory engagement
</li><li>Litigation oversight
</li><li>Data protection and cybersecurity law
</li><li>Legal team leadership</li></ul></div>

Vice President - Legal

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