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Sundus

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 Job Role : Legal Counsel
 
 
 
 
 Duration :6 Months Fixed
 
 
 
 
 Location : Abu Dhabi Government
 
 
 
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 Must have Qualified lawyer with 4 to 8 years PQE (post-qualification experience) in intellectual property law.
 
 
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 Education
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law
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 LLM or equivalent is preferred
 
 
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 Qualifications And Experience
 
 
 
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 Admitted to a recognised bar (common law jurisdiction preferred, for example, UK, US, Australia, etc.)
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 Qualified lawyer with 4 to 8 years PQE (post-qualification experience) in intellectual property law.
 
 
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 Key Requirements
 
 
 
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 Strong experience in both contentious and non-contentious IP matters.
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 Solid understanding of trade mark, copyright, and design law; patent familiarity advantageous.
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 Demonstrated experience in licensing and commercial exploitation of IP.
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 Excellent drafting, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
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 Commercial awareness and ability to balance legal risks with business objectives.
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 Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams (legal, R&amp;D, commercial, technical)
 
 
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 Core Behavioural Competencies
 
 
 
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 Leverages business &amp; strategic mindset
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 Ensures disciplined execution
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 Applies legal acumen
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 Drives and delivers result
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 Manages conflict
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 Engages and inspires
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 Builds partnerships &amp; alignment
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 Builds &amp; develops talent
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 Demonstrates learning agility
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 Demonstrates situational adaptability
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Legal Counsel

Abu Dhabi Aviation

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 Summary
 
 
 
 We are seeking a qualified
 
 Legal Counsel
 
 to provide expert guidance on all legal and corporate compliance matters. The role safeguards the company&rsquo;s interests by ensuring adherence to applicable laws and regulations, while supporting management in strategic decision-making with sound legal advice.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Ideal Candidate will
 
 
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 Hold a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law from a recognized university.
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 Be a qualified lawyer from a common law jurisdiction (e.g., UK, US, Canada, Australia, South Africa).
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 Bring 2&ndash;5 years of post-qualification experience in corporate and commercial law, ideally within aviation, MRO, or related industries.
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 Possess strong knowledge of UAE laws and regulations, with the ability to apply common law principles in a cross-border context.
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 Demonstrate proven expertise in contract drafting, negotiation, compliance, and dispute resolution.
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 Exhibit excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
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 Communicate clearly and effectively, with the ability to advise senior management and collaborate across functions.
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 Uphold a high level of professional integrity, discretion, and sound judgment.
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 Manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively in a dynamic environment.
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ENEC Operations

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 Assist in the review and the processing of legal, contractual and governance matters to mitigate risks and protect ENEC Operation&rsquo;s interest in accordance with applicable legal practices and ENEC Operation&rsquo;s standards and procedures.
 
 
 
 
 
 Legal Advisory Services Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
 
 
 &bull; Provide legal advice, opinions, letters, memos, and recommendations to internal stakeholders on regulatory matters involving FANR and other stakeholders and as required by other Functions in order to protect ENEC Operation&rsquo;s interests and optimize business outcomes.
 
 
 &bull; Report to and liaise on all material and significant risks and legal issues affecting the Company in matters related to the job purpose and make recommendations on mitigating actions.
 
 
 &bull; Assist with legal matters to provide accurate and timely services efficiently and effectively.
 
 
 &bull; Assist with external counsel to support resolution of specific legal matters.
 
 
 &bull; Assist with litigation, arbitration, and any other formal dispute resolution arising from time to time in coordination with internal and external stakeholders in order to protect ENEC Operation&rsquo;s interests and optimize business outcomes.
 
 
 Governance
 
 
 Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
 
 
 &bull; Provide guidance and advice to internal stakeholders on corporate governance framework to ensure compliance with laws and regulations and internal processes.
 
 
 &bull; Provide feedback regarding ENEC Operations legal compliance and any internal/external identified risk, recommend mitigating actions, advise on relevant regulations and respond to existing legal requirements to ensure that ENEC Operations corporate governance remains aligned to global best practices.
 
 
 &bull; Provide input into the development of the strategic plan for the Legal Department to ensure alignment with ENEC Operation&rsquo;s vision, mission and strategic goals under ENEC Operation&rsquo;s business model
 
 
 &bull; Identify and develop risks and controls for the Legal Function in tandem with the risk manager for the Legal Function and monitor implementation.
 
 
 &bull; Act as compliance ambassador for assigned field to ensure alignment with compliance obligations jointly with the compliance team
 
 
 Contract negotiations, Investigations, disputes
 
 
 Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
 
 
 &bull; Assist with drafting, reviewing, and maintaining standard templates for use in all tenders as required by the scope of work
 
 
 &bull; Assist with drafting and reviewing employment contracts and advising on interpretation and amendments to the same.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Education and Experience -
 
 
 
 &bull; Bachelor's Degree in Relevant Field.
 
 
 &bull; 6 to 7 years of relevant experience.
 
 
 
 
 
 - Licensed and qualified to practice law in the UAE.
 
 
 - Strong command of UAE laws and regulations, including commercial, corporate, and labor law.
 
 
 - Ability to advise on and draft/review contracts governed by English law (as many of our agreements are subject to English law standards).
 
 
 - Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills in English.
 
 
 - Strong working proficiency in Arabic and English with the ability to review and draft Arabic legal documents when required.
 
 
 
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RAYNE

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 Commercial Lawyer - Abu Dhabi - 6 month Assignment
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re seeking a commercially astute legal counsel to join our client on a fixed-term basis and work closely with internal teams spanning operations, procurement, development, and finance. This position plays a key role in supporting the business on the negotiation, structuring, and management of a wide array of commercial agreements.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Primary Responsibilities:
 
 
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 Draft, negotiate, and advise on a diverse portfolio of commercial contracts, including vendor agreements, licensing and franchise arrangements, outsourcing deals, and SLAs.
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 Support the business on procurement matters, strategic partnerships, and commercial projects.
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 Identify and advise on legal risks, contract compliance, and governance matters.
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 Partner with cross-functional teams to provide business-focused legal advice.
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 Ensure adherence to relevant legal and regulatory obligations across the UAE and broader GCC region.
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 Candidate Profile:
 
 
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 Qualified lawyer with ideally no less that 5 years&rsquo; post-qualification experience from a common law or recognised international jurisdiction.
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 Solid commercial legal background, ideally with exposure to a range of industries.
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 Strong experience in contract negotiation and stakeholder engagement.
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 Knowledge of the legal and regulatory environment in the UAE/GCC is a plus.
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 Commercially driven, agile, and pragmatic.
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 Arabic language skills (spoken and written) are highly beneficial.
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 If you&rsquo;re considering your next assignment in the Middle East and this sounds like a fit, we&rsquo;d love to hear from you.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Company Description
 
 
 
 RAYNE is changing the way leading multinationals, start-ups, and government entities across the Middle East access high-calibre legal talent through flexible resourcing solutions. We connect exceptional Legal professionals with businesses that need specialised support on critical projects and contracts. Our approach enables companies to engage top-tier expertise without long-term commitments, while also giving professionals the flexibility to work in a way that supports their career and lifestyle goals, prioritising balance.
 
 
 
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Commercial Senior Legal Counsel

Taylor Root

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 Legal Counsel, Environmental Impact
 
 
 
 
 
 
 An Abu Dhabi based investment management group with a strong influence into environmental protection, is creating and financing nature based solutions in emerging markets territories.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 So why this role in particular?
 
 
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 Fast Growth &ndash;
 
 an entrepreneurial institution at the forefront of global environmental trading markets.
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 Range of work -
 
 you will work alongside a multi disciplinary team with deep expertise across commodity trading, project finance, investment management, and climate policy.
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 International outlook
 
 - exposure to global markets, direct impact on scaling climate solutions, and significant opportunities for personal and professional growth.
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 What you&rsquo;ll be doing:
 
 
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 Support legal due diligence for investment transactions, including project financings and offtake agreements.
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 Review, draft and amend contracts related to trading frameworks.
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 Conduct legal and policy research on regulatory developments related to corporate, financial services, and trading markets.
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 Assist in preparation of internal corporate documents such as board resolutions, shareholder agreements, and service provider contracts.
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 Monitor evolving laws, industry standards, and policy trends relevant to trading markets, financial regulation, and environmental commodities.
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 Who you&rsquo;ll likely need to be in order to succeed:
 
 
 
 Whilst there is a degree of flexibility, there are some core guidelines that make the backbone of the client expectations:
 
 
 
 
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 England and Wales qualified, with a PQE guideline of at least 2+, and probably no more than 8 years.
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 Specific carbon or commodities trading work, along with a generalist skill set across commercial, corporate, transactions, and / or financial services work.
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 Exposure to financial services trading and regulated financial markets is ideal.
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 Current UAE residence will be preferred but very suitable overseas applicants will also be considered.
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 Strong interest and commitment to climate change initiatives.
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 We have a full job description to share and discuss with you, please get in touch.
 
 
 
 
 
 Job number: 072025-285690
 
 
 
 
 
 Note that the job advertised here represents just a selection of all the in-house roles we have running across the Middle East, Turkey and Africa region from our hub office in Dubai.
 
 
 
 
 
 To have a full overview of all the international roles available right now, please visit our constantly updated website www.taylorroot.com
 
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Legal Counsel, Environmental Impact

The McNair Partnership

Job Advertisement: Legal Affairs General Counsel (Emirati Nationals prefered)Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE Department: DG Office Reports To: Director General Job Type: Full-TimeAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced and strategic Legal Affairs General Counsel to lead our client&rsquo;s Legal Affairs unit and serve as their principal legal advisor. This senior leadership role is essential to safeguarding the Group&rsquo;s legal integrity, managing risk, and ensuring compliance with UAE and international regulations. The successful candidate will directly support the Director General and executive leadership in navigating legal complexities across all organizational functions.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide expert legal advice to the Director General, executive leadership, and departmental heads.</li><li>Oversee the drafting and legal review of contracts, agreements, MOUs, and institutional policies.</li><li>Ensure full regulatory compliance with UAE Federal Law, the Client&rsquo;s Executive Council policies, and applicable international laws.</li><li>Manage legal disputes and coordinate litigation in collaboration with external legal advisors.</li><li>Lead institutional legal risk assessments and support strategic initiatives through informed legal guidance.</li><li>Stay updated on legal and regulatory developments and advise relevant departments accordingly.</li><li>Promote legal awareness and compliance through internal advisories and training sessions.</li><li>Represent the Client before courts, government entities, and official bodies as required.</li><li>Manage legal document governance and secure case file archiving.</li><li>Oversee Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) operations to support robust internal controls and ethics.</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable HSE standards and protocols.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Education: Master&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLM) or equivalent; UAE legal practice license is highly preferred.</li><li>Experience: Minimum 15 years of legal experience, with at least 5 years in a senior legal advisory or General Counsel capacity within government, public institutions, or large corporate environments.</li><li>Languages: Bilingual fluency in Arabic and English is essential ( Emirati National preferred although open to other nationalities )</li><li>Technical Expertise:</li><li>Proven experience in commercial and economic legal advisory, including corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and contract management.</li><li>Strong understanding of economic policy and business strategy, with the ability to provide legal insights that support organizational growth.</li><li>Experience in managing legal affairs for affiliated entities, ensuring consistency and compliance across the group.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to advise senior leadership and board members with a strategic and solution-oriented approach.</li><li>Familiarity with local and international legal frameworks, particularly in cross-border transactions and partnerships.</li><li>Tools: Proficiency in legal research systems and case management tools.</li></ul>Key Competencies<ul><li>Advanced expertise in legal advisory, contract and policy review, regulatory compliance, and legal risk management.</li><li>Proven leadership in performance management, stakeholder engagement, and team empowerment.</li><li>Strong decision-making, adaptability, and a results-oriented approach.</li><li>Creative legal problem-solving and a proactive mindset toward innovation and institutional improvement.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: AED80,000.00 - AED85,000.00 per monthApplication Question(s):<ul><li>Where did you do your legal training</li></ul>Education:<ul><li>Bachelor's (Required)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Legal: 10 years (Required)</li><li>Leadership: 5 years (Required)</li><li>Commercial and Economic Legal Advisory: 10 years (Preferred)</li><li>Economic and Business Strategy: 10 years (Preferred)</li></ul>Language:<ul><li>Fluent Arabic and English (Required)</li></ul>

Legal Affairs General Counsel

Oia Properties

We are looking for a highly skilled and proactive Legal &amp; Compliance Specialist to oversee the full spectrum of legal and regulatory affairs, both corporate and real estate-related. This role requires deep knowledge of UAE legislation, including real estate law, labour law, corporate governance, and compliance frameworks.The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring legal integrity across all business activities, including employee relations, lawsuits, developer contracts, and partnerships in the real estate industry.Key Responsibilities&middot; Draft, review, and manage employment contracts, NDAs, and internal HR policies in line with UAE Labour Law.&middot; Provide legal guidance on employee disputes, terminations, and disciplinary actions.&middot; Represent the company or liaise with external counsel in labour disputes, litigation, and arbitration cases.&middot; Ensure compliance with new and existing UAE legislation, advising senior management of implications and legal risks.&middot; Maintain and update corporate legal records, company licenses, and government filings.&middot; Draft, review, and negotiate rental contracts, sales agreements, SPAs, MoUs, and developer contracts.&middot; Manage legal aspects of property transactions including due diligence, title checks, ownership transfers, and registration with authorities.&middot; Handle legal documentation for joint ventures, property acquisitions, and investment partnerships.&middot; Work closely with developers, brokers, tenants, and legal representatives to ensure lawful agreements.&middot; Oversee all contractual obligations across departments, ensuring legal enforceability and risk mitigation.&middot; Maintain a central contract management system for all agreements (real estate, HR, vendors, service providers).&middot; Ensure all dealings with stakeholders comply with UAE laws and industry best practices.&middot; Implement and monitor a compliance framework aligned with UAE regulatory standards, including AML/CTF, data protection, and anti-bribery policies.&middot; Conduct internal legal audits and risk assessments across departments.&middot; Provide periodic compliance reports and legal risk assessments to senior leadership.&middot; Educate internal teams on legal obligations, company policies, and regulatory changes.&middot; Develop and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to legal, HR, and compliance matters.&middot; Act as primary point of contact for legal notices, disputes, and government communications.&middot; Qualifications &amp; Experience&middot; Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Law (LLB); Master&rsquo;s Degree (LLM) or local UAE legal certification is preferred.&middot; 5&ndash;8 years of legal and compliance experience, ideally in the UAE real estate or corporate sector.&middot; Proven experience handling UAE Labour Law, civil law, real estate contracts, and commercial litigation.&middot; Strong background in contract negotiation, compliance, and risk management.&middot; Fluency in English is essential; Arabic proficiency is an advantage.Key Skills &amp; CompetenciesDeep knowledge of UAE legal system, labour regulations, and real estate laws.Excellent contract drafting, negotiation, and legal writing skills.Confident in handling litigation and interacting with external counsel or authorities.High integrity and sound judgment in handling sensitive or confidential matters.Strong interpersonal skills for stakeholder management and internal collaboration.Job Type: Full-timeJob Type: Full-time

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