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MERED

MERED, a reputable and award-winning international real estate developer with presence in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, is seeking a Mid-level Legal Counsel with 5+ years of experience in real estate development and general corporate and commercial law.Job Title: Legal CounselDepartment: LegalReporting line: Senior Legal CounselKey Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide comprehensive legal support for real estate development projects in Abu Dhabi (Al Reem Island), including contract review and drafting with a focus on construction/FIDIC contracts, off-plan sales, and marketing activities.</li><li>Prepare responses and detailed legal memoranda for management on applicable laws, rules, and regulations in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and ADGM jurisdictions.</li><li>Deliver legal advice on general commercial and corporate matters related to day-to-day operations in Abu Dhabi.</li><li>Draft and review corporate documents such as articles of association, corporate resolutions, powers of attorney, and related governance documents for Abu Dhabi and ADGM companies.</li><li>Assist with license renewals, establishment cards, and other regulatory compliance, liaising effectively with government authorities and agencies.</li><li>Coordinate with corporate service providers, external legal counsel, banks, public notaries, and other stakeholders as needed.</li><li>Support due diligence processes for acquisitions and other projects.</li><li>Monitor changes in real estate, commercial, and ADGM regulatory landscapes, ensuring company compliance and proactive advice.</li><li>Provide legal support on labor and employment matters, with strong familiarity in ADGM Employment Regulations, and employment contract structuring.</li><li>Support the Sales Team by addressing purchaser and agency inquiries, providing timely and accurate legal clarification on contractual, regulatory.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with Project, Construction, Commercial, Marketing, Finance Teams to align legal support with business objectives.</li></ul>Required Qualifications.<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Law</li><li>Fluent English with strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.</li><li>Solid understanding of UAE federal law, Abu Dhabi local regulations, ADGM legal framework, and English law principles.</li><li>Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience with reputable law firm or real estate developer.</li><li>Hands-on experience working with ADGM entities is a significant advantage.</li><li>Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul>Compensation and Benefits <ul><li>Competitive salary package</li><li>Annual flight ticket allowance</li><li>Performance discretionary bonus</li><li>Comprehensive health insurance</li><li>Employment visa</li></ul>Job Type: Full-time

Legal Counsel

Aquis Search

<div>
 
 
 Legal Counsel
 
 
 
 A leading family group is seeking an experienced
 
 Legal Counsel
 
 to join its corporate legal function in Dubai.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Role
 
 
 
 This role offers the opportunity to provide legal expertise and services across diverse internal business units including retail, automotive, real estate, and will report to the Legal Director.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 Lead contract negotiations with principals, suppliers, and external counsel.
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 Provide legal support for M&amp;A, and a broad range of corporate and commercial legal matters.
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 Be the lead negotiator for various transactions
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 Provide subject matter expertise for compliance and governance.
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 Advise management on legal matters, potential liabilities, and exposures to aid informed decision-making.
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 Investigate and analyse legal claims and complaints involving the Group.
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 Draft oversight and control for transactions, excluding complex ones.
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 Candidate Profile
 
 
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 E&amp;W/US qualified preferred.
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 Minimum 4 years PQE
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 Corporate private practice experience within a top firm preferred.
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 Solid knowledge of regional and applicable international legal/regulatory guidelines.
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 Proven good business and commercial acumen, negotiation, and analytical thinking skills.
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 Opportunity
 
 
 
 This role offers a clear career path, competitive salary, car allowance, and excellent additional benefits.
 
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Al Tayer Group

<div>
 
 Al Tayer Group is looking for a
 
 Legal Counsel
 
 to join our dynamic Legal team in Dubai, UAE.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifying Criteria:
 
 
 
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 Graduate degree in Law from a reputed university; UK/US qualified preferred.
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 At least 4 years of Post-Qualified Experience (PQE).
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 Excellent English drafting skills, with proven ability to document complex negotiation outcomes independently.
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 Strong private practice background with thorough training.
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 Previous experience at a top-tier international law firm, with exposure across multiple sectors.
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 Expertise in Mergers &amp; Acquisitions (M&amp;A) and/ or commercial law.
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 Strong work ethic and structured thought process.
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 Job Profile :
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Lead negotiator for transactions, excluding complex transactions.
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 Overseeing quality of output.
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 Providing direction on tactics, research and contextual awareness.
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 Liaison point with business on the above.
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 Supporting the Al Tayer Group legal function by providing legal expertise and services, including:
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 Supporting the internal business units in strategy and execution of corporate objectives;
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 Reviewing, amending and approving legal structures and contracting methods.
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 Providing subject matter expertise for compliance and governance.
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 Leading contractual negotiations with external lawyers and/or counterparties and
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 Ensuring internal stakeholders are fully aware of the risks, mitigations and key legal issues in any contractual commitment for the Group.
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 Strategic Roles and Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
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 Show initiative in relation to the formulation of goals and their implementation.
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 Drafting oversight and control in relation to all transactions except complex transactions.
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 Share policeman responsibilities in relation to compliance with relevant laws and industry best practice.
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 Retaining contacts with key external legal experts in relation to all matters requiring specialist expert advice.
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 Functional Roles and Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
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 Work closely with Chief Legal Officer, VP Legal and Managing Counsel ensuring legal concerns requiring senior level input are addressed as soon as possible.
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 Lead relevant contract negotiations with principals, suppliers and counsel of counter parties.
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 Investigate legal claims and complaints by or against the Group, prepare analysis to ensure that management is made aware of all aspects of the claim/allegations,
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 Assist in the formation of new businesses under the Group and ensure that these are in line with regulatory requirements.
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 Oversee final terms and conditions for key contracts between the Group and other parties and provide to Chief Legal Officer or relevant SLCs for final approval.
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 Participate in management meetings as required and offer legal opinion on any discussed issue.
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 Advise management on legal matters pertaining to their responsibilities, potential liabilities, exposures and any matters necessary for making informed decisions within their capacities in line with relevant SoAs.
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 Comprehensively synthesise large volumes of information. Meticulous attention to detail.
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 Company governance awareness and ability to draft company governance documentation.
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 Solution orientated in a practical and compliant manner, in line with corporate governance and principles.
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 Ability to understand basic key financial documentation for businesses such as balance sheets, profit and loss accounts and matters driving costs/profits
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 </ul>
 
 
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Taptap Send

<div>The role</div><div> </div><div>You'll join our energetic legal team of 7 lawyers reporting to the GCC Lead Counsel. This is a high-impact, broad-scope role covering the full legal lifecycle of our operations in the region: regulatory, commercial contracts, market expansion, product launches, employment matters, disputes, and whatever else lands on the legal desk.</div><div> </div><div>You'll partner across all business functions to advise on decisions, lead projects, negotiate agreements, and communicate legal issues to lawyers and non-lawyers alike, always balancing business priorities with legal risk. You'll drive growth by navigating new legal and commercial challenges (with local counsel support where needed) and won't wait to be told what needs doing.</div><div> </div><div>Responsibilities</div><div>Lead legal support for market expansion and new product launches across the GCC</div><div>Lead or support engagement with regulators and maintain our regulatory compliance framework across the GCC region</div><div>Handle commercial contracts, employment matters, disputes, and general legal work as needed</div><div>Work cross-functionally with business, product, compliance and finance teams to tackle day-to-day legal and regulatory challenges</div><div>Collaborate with the legal team to identify risks and develop creative solutions that balance business priorities with legal requirements</div><div> </div><div>Requirements</div><div>Legal qualification +6-8 years PQE</div><div>Significant in-house experience (startup preferred)</div><div>Fintech/payments regulatory exposure (preferred)</div><div>Fluent English and Arabic</div><div> </div><div>A good fit for this role is</div><div>Organized and autonomous: you juggle multiple workstreams without dropping balls</div><div>Driven: you thrive in ambitious, target-oriented environments</div><div>Solutions-focused: you find paths forward beyond problems</div><div>Comfortable with ambiguity: new markets and products energize you, not paralyze you</div><div>A clear communicator: you translate legal complexity into plain business language</div><div>Quick but thorough: you maintain quality while moving at startup pace</div>

OilSERV

<div>
 
 
 Job Summary:
 
 
 
 The job holder is responsible for:
 
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 Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating all client and supplier contracts assigned to her/him and ensuring alignment with internal contracting standards.
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 Administration of the ethics and compliance policies and procedures
 
 
 in coordination with relevant stakeholders.
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 Administration of personal data protection policies and procedures and supporting implementation across business units.
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 General legal support to all business units and business lines on operational, commercial, and compliance-related matters.
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 Essential Responsibilities:
 
 
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 Provide legal advice timely and efficiently to all business units, and proactively identify legal risks and mitigation measures.
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 Review, negotiate and conclude all contracts for all business lines and business units in accordance with company approval processes.
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 Assist with the general administrative tasks of the legal and compliance department
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 which includes the administration of the ethics and compliance program, the personal data protection program, and ensuring proper documentation and record-keeping.
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 Report regularly and timely to the head of legal/general counsel on all matters which are not in accordance with the policies and procedures of the legal and compliance department and recommend corrective actions when necessary.
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 Accountability:
 
 
 
 Report to the Head of Legal (ie. General Counsel)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Knowledge, Skills &amp; Experience:
 
 
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 Education: Recognised law degree (LLB or equivalent), admittance as a lawyer, advocate or attorney.
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 Skills: Drafting, reviewing and negotiating oil and gas service and supply contracts and/or drafting, reviewing and negotiating construction contracts (EPC). Practical hands-on knowledge will be tested in the interviews; therefore, only those capable of fulfilling this requirement should apply.
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 Attention to detail, hard-working, wanting to learn and grow and being proactive are key requirements together with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
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 Experience: at least 3 years post in corporate, commercial, or oil &amp; gas legal roles. Must be able to work with minimal oversight. Experience in the Middle East is an advantage, given the region's regulatory and contractual frameworks.
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 Excellent communication skills in English, verbal and written.
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 Skills
 
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 English -Mandatory
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 Arabic - Mandatory
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 French - Preferred
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 Legal Writing and Drafting
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 Governance and Compliance
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 Oil and Gas Service Contracts (VSA, MSA, EPC)
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 Risk Assessment and Mitigation
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 Litigation
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 Client Contract Review and Negotiation
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 Supplier Contracts
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 Personal Data Protection
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 Legal Advice
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 Interface with Government entities
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SHEIN

<div>
 
 
 About SHEIN
 
 
 
 Founded in 2012, SHEIN is a leading global online retailer with offices in Guangzhou, Singapore, Los Angeles, Dublin and London amongst other key markets. SHEIN reaches consumers across more than 150 countries and regions around the world. We place a premium on choice, delivering more than 6,000 new fashion, beauty and lifestyle products daily with more than 600,000 items available. Our mission is to help people express their individuality through the latest trends that are accessible and affordable.
 
 
 
 
 
 If you&rsquo;re passionate about culture, creativity and innovation, SHEIN offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of fashion and technology. Learn more about SHEIN by following us at
 
 SHEIN careers
 
 and
 
 https://www.sheingroup.com/
 
 .
 
 
 
 
 
 Join SHEIN and be the future!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Position Summary
 
 
 
 We are looking for a talented and driven
 
 Legal Counsel
 
 to join SHEIN&rsquo;s legal team, supporting our expanding business and operations in The Middle East with a base in Dubai. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a global e-commerce leader and contribute to fast-paced, high-impact legal work that spans multiple jurisdictions. In this broad advisory role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams across the region, providing pragmatic and business-oriented legal support in areas including:
 
 
 
 
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 General commercial contracts
 
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 Consumer protection and e-commerce compliance
 
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 Warehouse, logistics, and supply chain operations
 
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 Regulatory compliance and risk management
 
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 You will play a critical role in ensuring SHEIN&rsquo;s operations remain agile, compliant, and aligned with our innovative, customer-first approach.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Responsibilities
 
 
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 Providing legal support to business teams in the areas mentioned above for the legal teams based in The Middle East (Dubai).
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 Structure, draft and negotiate a wide range of corporate and commercial agreements including those relating to marketing, brand collaboration, warehouse and logistics and drafting B2C terms and conditions.
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 Help to support and learn from the senior lawyers in the team whilst working and managing external counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
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 Manage and stay on top of regulatory compliance matters and related filings.
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 Conduct legal research for matters relating to Middle Eastern laws.
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 Support the protection and enforcement of the company&rsquo;s intellectual property rights across relevant markets.
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 Providing day-to-day legal support to business teams and developing strategies for handling legal issues in creative, efficient and business-centric ways.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 What We're Looking For
 
 
 <ul>
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 A
 
 qualified commercial lawyer
 
 with strong experience in contract law and regulatory matters, preferably within a multinational or e-commerce environment.
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 Fluency in
 
 English
 
 is essential; proficiency in
 
 Arabic
 
 is an advantage.
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 Demonstrated ability to navigate
 
 complex, cross-border legal issues
 
 and work across cultures.
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 A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with the confidence to make sound judgments in fast-evolving, often ambiguous situations.
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 Enthusiasm for
 
 e-commerce, technology, and innovation.
 
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Skills and Qualifications
 
 
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 Over 5 years of post-qualification at reputable law firm and/or large corporations. Some in-house experience is preferred.
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 Practical experience in contract management, marketing and advertising regulations and experience in the e-commerce sector will be a major plus.
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 High degree of independence, initiative, and good judgement. Commercial and pragmatic in your approach to legal advice whilst maintaining a strong sense of professional accountability.
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 Experience in leading multi-jurisdictional projects and managing litigation matters across the GCC countries would be a major plus.
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 Ability to deliver results, quick to actions and always keen to help. Working well both as an individual contributor and as a member of the regional and global legal teams.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Why Join SHEIN?
 
 
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 Be part of a
 
 high-growth
 
 , global company reshaping the retail industry.
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 Gain exposure to
 
 diverse legal matters
 
 across different markets in The Middle East.
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 Work with a
 
 collaborative international legal team
 
 that values initiative, innovation, and professional development.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 SHEIN is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workplace environment.
 
</div>

Hays

<div>
 
 
 Your new company
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The client is a prestigious multinational company with offices in Dubai.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Your new role
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 To act as Legal Counsel and provide sound legal advice across a range of legal disciplines with a focus on real estate, commercial law, employment law, companies law and to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
 
 
 
 
 
 Your Duties
 
 
 
 
 
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 Provide day-to-day support for company operational activities
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 Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of agreements such as service contracts, supplier agreements, and non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), ensuring alignment with business objectives and legal requirements
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 Draft, review, and amend a variety of legal documents including service contracts, supplier agreements, letters, tenders, and applications, ensuring alignment with legal frameworks and regulatory guidelines
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 Finalise agreements by performing tasks such as highlighting textual changes in draft documents
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 Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, international best practices, and internal policies and procedures
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 Offer legal and regulatory advice to help mitigate financial, legal, and reputational risks
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 Assist the Head of Legal by staying informed on legislative and regulatory developments and conducting legal research as needed
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 Maintain and update standard templates as required
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 Support the Head of Legal in promoting corporate governance best practices
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 Manage legal databases and oversee document filing
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 Participate in meetings and committees as directed by the Head of Legal
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 Carry out ad-hoc administrative tasks as needed, including printing, copying, scanning, and filing
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 Performing any ad-hoc tasks as required by the business
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 What you'll need to succeed
 
 
 
 
 
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 At least 3 years of legal experience gained from a reputable/recognised law firm and a proven background in general corporate and commercial legal work
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 Knowledge of real estate, commercial law, employment law, companies&rsquo; law would be advantageous
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s and master&rsquo;s degree from a recognised/reputable university in law
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 Active membership from a recognized legal associate or regulatory body from a common law jurisdiction
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 Middle Eastern experience and knowledge of UAE laws and regulations is a key requirement
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 What you'll get in return
 
 
 
 
 
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 Work with a multinational company
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 Tax free salary + incentives
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 Hybrid working
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 </ul>
 
 
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