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Koshan Development & Investment

Administrative Cum Legal Assistant Position Summary: The Administrative Cum Legal Assistant provides essential administrative and clerical support to ensure efficient day-to-day operations within the organization. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Oversee daily office operations, including scheduling, correspondence, and document management.</li><li>Handle phone calls, emails, and inquiries in a professional and timely manner.</li><li>Maintain and organize company records, files, and confidential documentation with accuracy and discretion.</li><li>Assist in preparing reports, presentations, proposals, and meeting materials for management and departments.</li><li>Coordinate meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements, ensuring smooth logistical support.</li><li>Provide administrative assistance to HR and Finance teams, including data entry, filing, and record maintenance.</li><li>Monitor office supplies and ensure the workspace remains organized, efficient, and well-equipped.</li><li>Support the Managing Director by managing daily meetings, preparing reports, and assisting with ongoing projects and activities.</li><li>Prepare, proofread, and organize legal documents, contracts, and correspondence.</li><li>Conduct research on laws, regulations, and case precedents.</li><li>Maintain and update case files, databases, and document management systems.</li><li>Coordinate meetings, hearings, and client communications.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, and case summaries.</li><li>Ensure confidentiality and compliance with firm policies and legal standards.</li><li>Support lawyers in court proceedings and administrative tasks as required.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Diploma or Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration or related field.</li><li>Proven experience as an Administrative Assistant or similar role.</li><li>Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Strong attention to detail, time management, and multitasking abilities.</li><li>Professional, proactive, and reliable attitude.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-time

Administrative Cum Legal Assistant

AVTR

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 Senior Legal Associate
 
 
 
 
 
 
 This is a senior, operational, and commercially focused role that acts as the primary legal backbone for the organization's non-investment departments.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Role
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The core mission is to manage the volume of legal paperwork and risk associated with running a large, global financial institution. The successful candidate will spend most of their time working with internal corporate teams (like IT, HR, and Procurement) to
 
 draft, review, and negotiate a high volume of operational contracts
 
 to keep the business running smoothly.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Contracting
 
 : You will own the entire contracting workflow, writing and negotiating many types of agreements, from basic vendor contracts and NDAs to complex outsourcing and technology licensing deals.
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 Internal Legal Advisor
 
 : You are the go-to expert for internal corporate teams, providing quick, practical, and "business-ready" advice on issues ranging from employment law to data protection and IP.
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 Risk &amp; Compliance
 
 : You must proactively identify, manage, and prevent legal risks for the organization. This includes ensuring all operations globally comply with changing laws and advising senior management on regulatory updates.
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 External Negotiator:
 
 You will be the organization's face in negotiating with external parties, including service providers, vendors, and even public regulatory authorities.
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 Candidate Must-Haves
 
 
 
 
 
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 Experience: Approximately 4&ndash;6 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in a similar role, ideally gained at a major law firm or a large financial institution.
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 Skill Set: Strong legal drafting, negotiation, and an ability to work independently on complex, cross-functional matters.
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 Experience in corporate and commercial contracting and operational legal support.
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 Mindset: A pragmatic, solution-oriented approach that translates legal complexity into clear, actionable business advice for senior leaders.
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 Must be Arabic speaker!
 
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 We look forward to your application!
 
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Senior Legal Associate

Jameson Legal.

We have been instructed on an excellent opportunity to work with a state-owned investment fund in Abu Dhabi who invest in opportunities locally, regionally and internationally across asset classes that diversify and enhance the economy of the UAE. Our client are looking to hire a Senior Legal Counsel who will head up the Corporate function and will provide specific expertise in Corporate M&A matters and investment transactions cross-border including private equity and fund structuring. Successful candidates will have a strong understanding of UAE legal frameworks in corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory risk management having extensive experience of working with government owned entities. It is essential that you must be fully bilingual in English and Arabic (speaking and legal drafting). Applicants must have at least 10 years' PQE in Corporate M&A either from an internationally recognised law firm or in-house at a significant investment group based in the UAE. Plaese contact Robert Gregorio for further information. Please note that where a level of preferred experience or qualification is indicated, this is a guideline only and does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.

Senior Legal Counsel - Corporate M&A - Abu Dhabi

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

ROYAL EMIRATES TRAVEL & TOURISM

<ul><li>Position Title: Administrative Assistant to Executive Operations Officer</li></ul>Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE Company: Barakat HoldingJob Purpose:The Administrative Assistant will provide high-level administrative and operational support to the Executive Operations Officer, ensuring smooth coordination of daily activities, effective communication across departments, and adherence to company standards and UAE regulations.Key Responsibilities:Administrative &amp; Office Support:<ul><li>Draft contracts, legal submissions, and authoritative legal opinions in adherence to UAE government and corporate regulations.</li><li>Prepare, review, and maintain correspondence, reports, and confidential documents.</li><li>Answer and direct phone calls in a professional manner.</li><li>Greet and assist visitors, ensuring a positive and professional image of the company.</li><li>Schedule and coordinate appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements.</li><li>Organize and maintain files and records, both electronic and physical.</li><li>Type, proofread, and format official documents and reports.</li><li>Order and manage office supplies and ensure timely replenishment.</li><li>Support in managing social media accounts (Instagram, TikTok, etc.) as required.</li><li>Perform other administrative and operational tasks as assigned by the Executive Operations Officer.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Requirements:<ul><li>Diploma or Certificate from a recognized university.</li><li>Proven experience in administrative or executive support roles (experience in a corporate or legal environment is an advantage).</li><li>Excellent command of English and Arabic, both written and spoken.</li><li>Valid UAE Driving License.</li><li>Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage a heavy workload and meet deadlines.</li><li>High attention to detail and accuracy.</li><li>Ability to work autonomously while maintaining consistent quality and efficiency.</li><li>Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills; able to work effectively with all levels of management.</li><li>Proactive and professional approach to tasks and responsibilities.</li><li>Flexible with working hours, including occasional weekend work if required.</li><li>High standards of professionalism, punctuality, and integrity.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: AED3,000.00 - AED4,000.00 per monthExperience:<ul><li>administrative assistant: 3 years (Required)</li></ul>Language:<ul><li>Arabic (Preferred)</li><li>English (Required)</li></ul>

Administrative Assistant

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

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