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Barratt Galvin

The Role
 A leading US law firm with a strong presence across the Middle East is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join its growing Abu Dhabi office. This opportunity has arisen due to the continued expansion of the firm’s regional team and offers the chance to support high-calibre lawyers on complex, international matters. Key Responsibilities • Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to a team of lawyers and paralegals. • Prepare, edit, proofread, and format a wide range of legal documents, correspondence, and presentations to a consistently high standard. • Manage busy diaries, coordinate meetings, arrange travel, and handle client communications with professionalism and discretion. • Assist with monthly billing processes, including time entry, pre-bill edits, and expense submissions. • Maintain accurate electronic and physical filing systems, ensuring compliance with firm policies and confidentiality requirements. • Liaise with clients, colleagues, and service providers across multiple jurisdictions. • Support the coordination of office projects and departmental initiatives as required.
 
Requirements
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<li>3–5 years of experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within an international or regional law firm environment. • Technically strong and resilient, with a proactive approach and excellent attention to detail. • Proven experience managing monthly billing processes is essential. • Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks under pressure. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to foster positive working relationships. • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint. • A team player who takes ownership and consistently demonstrates professionalism and client care. Qualifications • GCSE/O-Level or Secretarial Diploma (ILEX) equivalent. • Legal secretarial or administrative experience within an international law firm will be highly regarded. Apply Now! If you meet the requirements, we would love to hear from you. Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly. About Barratt Galvin Barratt Galvin is a specialist legal recruitment agency based in Australia, with more than 20 years of combined experience placing professionals in law jobs in Australia, London, and the Middle East. From our Sydney base, we connect lawyers, paralegals, legal secretaries, executive assistants, HR, business development and marketing professionals, and office support staff with mid-tier, top-tier, and international law firms. Whether you are seeking your next legal job in Australia or planning an international move to London or the Middle East, our team provides trusted guidance, access to exclusive law firm opportunities, and market-leading salary insights. Partner with Barratt Galvin for your local and international legal job search — we specialise in aligning legal careers with the right opportunities across the world’s leading legal markets.</li>
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About the company
 Barratt Galvin is an Australian based business providing recruitment solutions from a global perspective. Drawing on our networks throughout Australia, the Middle East and the UK we are able to utilise our extensive experience recruiting locally within each region as well as facilitating international moves when the need arises. Our experience spans small boutiques right through to mid to top tier and global firms, as well as in-house legal departments and not for profit organisations. We recruit across a broad range of roles including: Lawyer Paralegal Legal Secretary EA/PA HR Administration/Office Support Please note, applicants are advised only to apply to Barratt Galvins job opportunities through the GulfTalent portal. All direct applications will be deleted.

Legal Assistant

Legal Route - Global Legal Recruitment

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

Damen

<div>We offer you an Ocean of Possibilities . Join our family.
About Us
Vacancy: Junior Paralegal &ndash; UAE
Are you detail-oriented, proactive, and passionate about the legal field?
 
Do you enjoy working in a dynamic environment where precision and teamwork are key to success?
Damen Shipyards Group, established in 1927, is a 100% Dutch family-owned international organization comprising 34 shipbuilding and repair yards. With a workforce of over 12,000 employees worldwide, the Group operates through a divisional structure consisting of seven divisions and a central holding company.
Damen Middle East Shared Services Limited, based in the United Arab Emirates, forms part of Damen Global Support. The entity provides specialized support services to the various divisions of the Damen Shipyards Group in key areas such as Finance, Audit, Legal, and Compliance.
The Role
As a Junior Paralegal , you will assist the legal and compliance department in day-to-day operations, supporting contract management, corporate documentation, and regulatory filings. You will work closely with our Legal and Compliance team to ensure timely and accurate completion of legal and compliance tasks.
Key accountabilities
<ul><li>Assisting in the preparation, review, and management of contracts and legal documents
</li><li>Supporting company secretarial and corporate governance activities (e.g., maintaining register &amp; filing documents with authorities)
</li><li>Conducting legal research and compiling findings for internal use
</li><li>Assisting with compliance checks and due diligence procedures
</li><li>Maintaining organized digital and physical filing systems for legal records
</li><li>Coordinating with external counsel and government authorities as needed
</li></ul>Skills &amp; Experience
<ul><li>A Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law or a related field (fresh graduates are welcome to apply)
</li><li>1&ndash;2 years of relevant experience in a law firm or in-house legal department (preferred but not required)
</li><li>Good understanding of corporate and commercial law principles
</li><li>Strong research, drafting, and communication skills
</li><li>Excellent command of English (written and verbal)
</li><li>High attention to detail and organizational skills
</li><li>Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and document management systems.
</li></ul>You are:
<ul><li>A proactive and motivated team player with a strong sense of responsibility
</li><li>Able to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
</li><li>Discreet and trustworthy with sensitive information
</li><li>Eager to learn, adaptable, and open to new challenges
</li><li>Professional in conduct and communication, with a positive &ldquo;can-do&rdquo; attitude.
</li></ul>What We Offer
At Damen Middle East Shared Services, we believe our people are our strength. We invest in your professional and personal development and provide you with the tools to grow within the organization.
You can expect:
<ul><li>A collaborative and international work environment
</li><li>Opportunities for professional growth
</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits
</li><li>Exposure to a wide range of legal and business matters
</li><li>A supportive and engaging workplace culture</li></ul></div>

Junior Paralegal

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

MENA Recruit Pty Ltd

Our client is expanding their Legal Secretary team in Abu Dhabi and is looking to hire an experienced support professional for a full-time, permanent role. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing legal office and provide essential administrative support to senior lawyers.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage monthly billing cycles: input, review, edit, and close attorney time entries</li><li>Perform narrative edits and coordinate with billing specialists for transfers</li><li>Submit and track expense claims through Chrome River</li><li>Process payments and cheque requests using correct client/matter codes</li><li>Arrange complex travel itineraries through the firm's travel provider</li><li>Format documents to house style and support general secretarial tasks</li><li>Maintain discretion, confidentiality, and responsiveness in a fast-paced legal setting</li></ul>Candidate Profile:<ul><li>Minimum 4 years' experience as a Legal Secretary in an international law firm</li><li>Resilient, proactive, and dependable</li><li>Strong billing experience is essential</li><li>Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Windows-based tools</li><li>Familiarity with spreadsheet, database, and presentation software is a plus</li></ul>Salary: AED 25,000 - 27,000 per month Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Legal Secretary (Abu Dhabi)

Corporate Lawyer - 12 month contract

recruitme fze

The Role
 A leading global law firm is seeking a proactive Legal PA to join its Abu Dhabi office. The successful candidate will provide confidential, professional support to senior stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Manage communication with internal and external clients, draft responses to correspondence, and assist with queries. • Organize diaries, meetings, and travel arrangements, proactively resolving scheduling conflicts. • Handle short document tasks and collaborate on larger documents, ensuring organized and accurate filing. • Prepare agendas, coordinate logistics, and ensure all necessary resources for meetings, both physical and virtual. • Oversee the end-to-end process for stakeholder requests and delegate tasks to support teams to meet deadlines. • Assist with financial administration and ensure compliance with firm policies and procedures. • Contribute to a positive team environment and provide support to colleagues as needed. • Ensure excellent client service by being responsive, flexible, and anticipating stakeholder needs. • Use firm technology tools to improve productivity, reporting, and collaboration.
 
Requirements
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<li>Degree or ILEX educated • Previous experience in an international law firm. • Advanced Microsoft Office skills, Outlook, teams and copilot with typing speed over 40WPM • Proven ability to anticipate and exceed client expectations with exceptional service. • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to liaise with senior stakeholders. • Ability to proactively solve problems and take initiative to implement solutions. • Able to manage tasks effectively while maintaining responsibility for outcomes. • Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment and adapt to new technologies. • Collaborative approach, supporting colleagues and contributing to team success.</li>
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About the company
 RecruitME are a specialized recruitment consultancy supplying top tier business support staff to Dubais leading multinational organizations. We carefully source, screen and select only the very best candidates to assist our clients in making easier recruitment decisions faster. Differentiating ourselves from standard recruitment agencies our consultants have been carefully chosen for their backgrounds in business support for leading multinational organizations. Having been both the client and the candidate previously, we have an insiders understanding of the recruitment process and our clients needs. What we do: Specializing in business support positions we can assist in introducing a small selection of experienced administration, finance and human resource candidates with the relevant experience to benefit your business. Our careful screening process ensures that we have met with and can give a concise overview of each candidates skills and current situation before you meet them. We pride ourselves on sending our clients only the very best available candidates in the market to ensure a simplified, hassle free and timely recruitment experience for all involved.

Legal PA for an International Law Firm

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