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MENA Recruit

The Role
<br>We are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join a leading international law and professional services firm in Dubai. The firm operates across multiple jurisdictions and advises global corporations, financial institutions, capital market participants, and investment fund managers. This role focuses on providing high-level legal secretarial and administrative support to senior lawyers and partners within a structured, professional environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring seamless workflow and exceptional client service in a fast-paced setting. Key Responsibilities: 1. Prepare and assist with drafting standard and complex legal documents 2. Support company formation documentation and regulatory submissions 3. Assist with fund registrations, terminations, and voluntary liquidations 4. Liaise with government authorities, registered offices, and regulatory bodies 5. Support KYC processes and liaise with internal Compliance teams 6. Manage apostille and legalisation processes for corporate documents 7. Prepare billing narratives, assist with collections, and coordinate with Accounts 8. Open, close, and archive files using practice management systems 9. Maintain diaries, arrange meetings, prepare agendas, and manage logistics 10. Maintain accurate records and client correspondence 11. Provide team support and holiday cover when required 12. Occasionally work outside standard hours when business needs require
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Requirements
<br>1. Minimum 3 years’ legal secretarial experience within a law firm or professional services environment 2. Strong understanding of legal terminology, procedures, and documentation 3. Experience supporting senior lawyers/partners 4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal document management systems 5. Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail 6. Professional, discreet, and client-focused 7. Calm under pressure with the ability to manage competing priorities #MENARecruitStrength #LegalSecretary #DubaiJobs #LawFirmJobs #ProfessionalServices #LegalSupport #UAEJobs
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About the company
<br>MENA Recruit came to fruition in response to a growing need for international legal talent in London and Dubai. Its initial focus began in the Legal sector, evolving as a service provider for other sectors such as Administration, Marketing, Business Development, HR, IT, Finance and C-Suite positions. Over the last two decades, with roots firmly planted in the Middle East and operations expanding into the APAC region, MENA Recruit has gained intuitive industry knowledge and expertise. With its unique, people-focused approach, the firm has yielded competitive advantage for its clients and rewarding careers for the professionals it has supported throughout the years. The company is dedicated to delivering the highest quality of talent and service to its clients while working tenaciously towards helping them achieve higher retention rates. For this reason, MENA Recruit is considered by both candidates and clients as a consultant in the truest sense of the word, offering guidance to both people and organizations on how to adapt to the constant change in market conditions and how to anticipate present and future challenges. Presently, MENA Recruit provides services to organizations and professionals in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia, and the United Kingdom. With such an extensive global reach, strong brand value, decades of expertise, and an innovative approach towards business challenges, its clear why MENA Recruit is the partner of choice for both in-house recruiters and candidates internationally.

Legal Secretary

Walkers

<div></div><div><p><b>Date: </b>26 Feb 2026
</p><p><b>Location:</b> Dubai, AE, PO Box 506
</p><p><b>Company: </b>Walkers Global<br>
</p><p></p><div><p>We are a leading international law and professional services firm providing legal, corporate and fiduciary services to global corporations, financial institutions, capital market participants and investment fund managers. With a global presence spanning the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we advise on the laws of Bermuda, the British Virgin Islands, the Cayman Islands, Guernsey, Ireland and Jersey.</p>
<p>We treat everyone as the intelligent professional they are. Our approach is to trust and empower our people to deliver consistently, and enable them to succeed. Diversity is our secret weapon &ndash; it&rsquo;s the sheer breadth of Walkers people that makes us who we are &ndash; gathered from across the globe and fluent in languages, jurisdictions and cultures that help us to mirror our clients and keep our own thinking in tune with the world in which we operate.</p><br>
<p></p>
<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Overview of role</b></h2>
</div><div><p>
The Legal Secretary will work as part of a high functioning team in delivering exceptional client service. The individual will provide high-level administrative support to senior attorneys and partners. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, discretion, and a deep understanding of legal procedures and documentation. The Legal Secretary will report into the Office Manager and act as a key liaison between clients, legal professionals, and internal departments, ensuring seamless communication and efficient workflow.</p></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Duties, Responsibilities &amp; Person Specification</b></h2>
</div><div><p><b>
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Prepare and assist with drafting standard and complex legal documents, including Cayman Islands company formation documentation.</li>
<li>Prepare and submit required documentation for Private and Mutual Fund registrations through the Government Portal.</li>
<li>Support fund terminations by preparing relevant documents, verifying fee settlement, filing and publishing notices, and liaising with Government authorities to complete the termination process.</li>
<li>Assist with Cayman Islands, ADGM, DIFC, and BVI voluntary liquidations, including preparing initial drafts and coordinating all required filings.</li>
<li>Liaise with Registered Office providers regarding entity filings and service requests, ensuring documentation is maintained and properly added to entity minute books.</li>
<li>Manage filings and submissions with internal departments and external regulatory bodies.</li>
<li>Assist with the KYC process for new and existing clients, ensuring documentation is complete and compliant.</li>
<li>Liaise with the internal Compliance Department and clients to request documents, resolve queries, and support ongoing KYC requirements.</li>
<li>Manage the apostille and legalisation process for corporate documents.</li>
<li>Provide guidance to clients on necessary steps and procedures.</li>
<li>Prepare fee quotations, draft notary certificates, and liaise with local authorities and government offices to facilitate the legalisation process.</li>
<li>Manage the opening, closing, and archiving of accounts and files using InTapp.</li>
<li>Provide billing support by preparing billing narratives, assisting with collections, and coordinating with clients and the Accounts Department.</li>
<li>Respond professionally and promptly to internal and external telephone and email inquiries.</li>
<li>Handle photocopying, scanning, and general document production tasks.</li>
<li>Maintain calendars, arrange client meetings, prepare agendas, and manage meeting logistics.</li>
<li>Maintain comprehensive, accurate records and correspondence relating to lawyers&rsquo; client files.</li>
<li>Liaise with clients in accordance with lawyers&rsquo; instructions and firm policies.</li>
<li>Collaborate with the broader secretarial team to deliver high‑quality work and meet deadlines.</li>
<li>Provide holiday and absence cover for other secretaries as required.</li>
<li>Assist with special projects relevant to the Firm&rsquo;s or lawyers&rsquo; practice areas.</li>
<li>Comply with all Firm policies and procedures relevant to the role.</li>
<li>Perform duties outside of normal working hours when business needs require.</li>
</ul>
<p>Undertake any additional tasks consistent with the purpose and scope of the position.</p></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Education, Skills &amp; Experience</b></h2>
</div><div><p>
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE</p>
<ul>
<li>A recognised legal secretarial qualification from a recognised university or college</li>
<li>A minimum of 3 years secretarial experience in a legal or professional services environment supporting senior professionals</li>
<li>A strong understanding of legal terminology, procedures and documentation</li>
<li>Experience with legal practice management and document management systems</li>
</ul>
<p>SKILLS AND ABILITIES</p>
<p>
Candidates will need to demonstrate a high level of effectiveness in each of the following skills and abilities:</p>
<ul>
<li>High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications</li>
<li>Familiarity with billing software and CRM systems</li>
<li>Exceptional organisational and time management skills</li>
<li>High level of discretion and professionalism and excellent client service</li>
<li>Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to relate to people at all levels</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively</li>
<li>Calm under pressure, with a flexible and proactive mindset</li>
<li>Excellent attention to detail</li>
<li>Positive attitude with a practical, common-sense approach; resilient</li>
<li>To work in a flexible manner and respond to changing circumstances and emergency situations</li>
<li>Pro-active and flexible attitude for any ad-hoc tasks</li>
<li>Willingness to broaden skills to meet evolving requirements</li>
<li>Ability and willingness to occasionally work overtime when requested</li></ul></div></div></div><br>
<p></p>
<p>Walkers global is an equal opportunity employer. Equality and diversity are key to our global identity and an integral part of our goal to continue being an employer of choice. We are committed to a work environment that supports all individuals irrespective of gender, ethnicity, nationality, race, religion, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. We make every effort to ensure that employment opportunities are open and accessible to all purely on the basis of personal ability.</p></div></div><p></p>

Al Rostamani International Exchange

<div><p>Every employee at Al Rostamani Group plays a role in making a real difference to the business and our customers. We care for our employees by offering them meaningful and purposeful work and an opportunity to grow, learn, contribute and succeed. Today, the Al Rostamani Group has come a long way since its birth in 1957. Our group has grown steadfastly with the guiding principles of Commitment, Care &amp; Vision, alongside a strong sense of active involvement in the community. We are a well-diversified group, with a key presence in industries such as General Trading, Automobiles and Heavy Equipment, Travel, Foreign Exchange, Financial Services, Property Management, Construction, Infrastructure Development and Information Technology Services. Our Group employs approximately 2000 people from 41 different nationalities, which contributes to our multicultural and multi-national environment.</p>
<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Purpose</b></h2>
</div><div><p>
To handle all administration, documents control, secretarial tasks and documents translation of department to smoothen the operations. Liaising with external counsels to ensure proper updates on the cases</p>
</div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Responsibilities</b></h2>
</div><div><ul><li>Liaise with all external lawyers regarding updates on the cases and invoices;</li>
<li>Upload all contracts in DMS and ensure their expiry is linked to the alarm system;</li>
<li>Manage the office in terms of liaising with all team staff and report on their tasks and their achievements;</li>
<li>Organize filing and keep records of all documents.</li>
<li>Manage organization sensitive documents, and ensure the compliance of the company&rsquo;s, prior granting access.</li>
<li>Insure trade license renewal is done on time by following up with all concerned departments and making sure that all needed documents are provided</li>
<li>Meeting the Notary Public to finalize pending transactions</li>
</ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Requirements</b></h2>
</div><div><p><b>
Qualifications</b></p>
<ul><li>High school or equivalent</li></ul><br>
<p>
</p><p><b>Experience</b></p>
<ul><li>2-5 years of experience as secretary/administrator</li></ul><br>
<p>
</p><p><b>Knowledge &amp; Skills</b></p>
<ul><li>Basic knowledge of legal documents;</li>
<li>Good communication skills;</li>
<li>Proficiency in MS office;</li>
<li>Fluent in Arabic and English (written and verbal);</li>
<li>Good translation skills;</li>
</ul>
<p>Good time management skills.</p>
</div></div></div><p>
At Al Rostamani Group, we seek talented people who work hard to achieve great things. We consider not only your skills and experience, but also your passion for the role, your desire to learn and how well you align with our core values of care, commitment and vision. If this position represents an opportunity you wish to pursue, we invite you to apply.</p></div><p></p>

Executive Secretary - GLD

legal house dubai

<p>We atare looking for a passionate, and competent <b>Legal Assistant (Arabic-Speaking)</b> to join our growing team at <b>LEGAL HOUSE</b>-Dubai.</p><p>The ideal candidate must possess a positive attitude, high integrity, quick learner, and proven experience drafting and reviewing legal documents in both English and Arabic. This role involves working closely with legal counsel and clients, participating in legal research, supporting the preparation of cases and contracts, attending client meetings, and contributing to the development of legal strategies.</p><p><b>Requirements:</b></p><ul><li>Assist legal team with drafting of low-level legal documents, letters, contracts, Power of Attorneys.</li><li>A complete understanding of Dubai Courts system and Rental Disputes Centre (RDC) Dubai.</li><li>Strong communication skills and drafting skills, especially with correspondence.</li><li>Document Management: Assist in collating, reviewing, and maintaining corporate/legal documents, ensuring safe keeping of originals like agreements and title deeds.</li><li>Liaise effectively with external legal counsel, public relations officers, and other stakeholders on corporate and case-related tasks, facilitating smooth communication and collaboration.</li><li>Initiative and independence, but also a strong team player.</li><li>Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.</li></ul><p><b>Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLB).</li><li>At least <b>1 years of U.A.E</b>. corporate experience, as a paralegal or in a similar role.</li><li>Fluent Arabic and English speaker, written and verbal.</li><li>High level of attention to detail.</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: AED3,000.00 - AED4,000.00 per month</p><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>Mention your visa status</li><li>Are you ready to join ? Mention YES  or NO  (if no mention notice period )</li></ul><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>PARALEGAL: 1 year (Preferred)</li></ul><p>Language:</p><ul><li>Arabic (Required)</li></ul><p>Location:</p><ul><li>Dubai (Required)</li></ul>

Legal Assistant

<div><p>Every employee at Al Rostamani Group plays a role in making a real difference to the business and our customers. We care for our employees by offering them meaningful and purposeful work and an opportunity to grow, learn, contribute and succeed. Today, the Al Rostamani Group has come a long way since its birth in 1957. Our group has grown steadfastly with the guiding principles of Commitment, Care &amp; Vision, alongside a strong sense of active involvement in the community. We are a well-diversified group, with a key presence in industries such as General Trading, Automobiles and Heavy Equipment, Travel, Foreign Exchange, Financial Services, Property Management, Construction, Infrastructure Development and Information Technology Services. Our Group employs approximately 2000 people from 41 different nationalities, which contributes to our multicultural and multi-national environment.</p>
<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Purpose</b></h2>
</div><div><p>
The Junior Legal Counsel plays a pivotal and multifaceted role within the legal department. This critical team member conducts comprehensive legal research, meticulously drafts a wide array of legal documents, and offers expert legal advice, all while maintaining unwavering commitment to regulatory compliance and the preservation of the company's strategic interests. Furthermore, they actively foster cross-functional collaboration, providing swift and insightful legal guidance to various departments and significantly enhancing the overall operational efficiency of our esteemed legal function.</p>
</div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Responsibilities</b></h2>
</div><div><p><b>
Research &amp; Legal Insights:</b> Thoroughly research laws and regulations at local, national, and global levels that influence the company's functions. Evaluate potential legal threats and offer succinct, actionable, and well-informed legal counsel. Remain abreast of the latest shifts and advances in the legal sector. Additionally, proactively identify legal opportunities and challenges that may impact the organization.</p>
<p><b>Litigation Assistance:</b> Collaborate closely with external legal representatives to provide invaluable support to the company's litigation efforts, including legal research, document preparation, and strategy development. Prepare case materials, and liaise with the legal team to ensure effective legal representation in all legal proceedings.</p>
<p><b>Company Operations:</b> Examine, formulate, and negotiate a wide range of contracts and agreements in both English and Arabic languages, ensuring compliance with all relevant legal requirements. Play a key role in corporate governance tasks, including facilitating board decisions, coordinating shareholder gatherings, and ensuring adherence to corporate rules and regulations.</p>
<p><b>Operational Legal Guidance:</b> Provide proactive legal guidance to various departments within ARG, advising managers on the company's legal entitlements and the legislative environment for business operations under specific conditions or in various regions. Collaborate closely with the Senior Legal Counsel and other team members to ensure that delegated tasks from different company divisions are completed professionally and in a timely manner, contributing to the overall efficiency of the legal function.</p>
<p><b>Regulatory Compliance</b>: Monitor and ensure the company's compliance with a wide range of industry-specific regulations, including data protection, environmental, and licensing requirements. Provide guidance on regulatory changes and assist in the development of compliance strategies.</p>
<p><b>Contract management:</b> Oversee the company's contract management process, including contract drafting, negotiation, and review. Ensure that contracts align with the company's legal and business objectives and minimize risks.</p>
<p><b>Dispute Resolution:</b> Assist in managing disputes and potential legal issues. Collaborate with senior legal team members in the resolution of conflicts, whether through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or litigation.</p>
<p><b>Documentation and Record-Keeping: </b>Maintain accurate and organized legal documentation, ensuring easy retrieval of critical information and documents when needed. This may include creating databases, tracking important legal dates, and managing corporate records.</p>
<p><b>Ad Hoc Legal Projects:</b> Undertake special legal projects and assignments as needed by the legal team or executive management, demonstrating adaptability and a willingness to tackle new challenge</p>
</div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Requirements</b></h2>
</div><div><p><b>
Qualifications</b></p>
<ul><li>BA in Law from an accredited law school</li></ul><br>
<p>
</p><p><b>Experience</b></p>
<ul><li>A minimum of 5 years of experience in litigation and corporate law</li></ul><br>
<p>
</p><p><b>Knowledge &amp; Skills</b></p><br>
<p></p>
<ul><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li>
<li>Ability to handle confidential information with discretion</li>
<li>Effective communicator, both written and verbal, in English and Arabic</li>
<li>Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work in a fast-paced environment</li>
<li>Excellent negotiation skills</li>
<li>Familiarity with contract drafting and corporate governance</li>
</ul>
</div></div></div><p>At Al Rostamani Group, we seek talented people who work hard to achieve great things. We consider not only your skills and experience, but also your passion for the role, your desire to learn and how well you align with our core values of care, commitment and vision. If this position represents an opportunity you wish to pursue, we invite you to apply.</p></div><p></p>

Junior Legal Counsel

sahem uae

<p><b>Job Description:</b><br/>We are seeking a highly organized and professional <b>Legal Assistant</b> to join our law firm in Dubai. The ideal candidate will support lawyers with administrative and legal tasks, ensure smooth daily operations, and act as a key point of contact with clients.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>Assist lawyers with case preparation, documentation, and filing</li><li>Draft, review, and translate legal documents in <b>Arabic and English</b></li><li>Manage correspondence, emails, and client communications</li><li>Schedule meetings, court dates, and appointments</li><li>Maintain organized records and confidential files</li><li>Coordinate with courts, government entities, and external parties</li></ul><p><b>Requirements:</b></p><ul><li>Fluent in <b>Arabic and English</b> (spoken and written)</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)</li><li>Ability to handle confidential information professionally</li><li>Dubai-based or willing to relocate</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Language:</p><ul><li>Arabic , English  (Required)</li></ul><p>Location:</p><ul><li>Dubai (Required)</li></ul>

Legal Assistant (Female Only ) based in Dubai

Deliveroo

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Legal Assistant (Emiratisation Role)</b></h2><p>
Join us in our mission to transform the way people shop and eat, where impact, innovation, and growth drives everything we do. Our innovative legal professionals don't just solve problems &mdash; we partner with the business to find creative solutions, think holistically, and help drive Deliveroo's mission forward while protecting our company and stakeholders.</p><p>
We&rsquo;re looking for a <b>Legal Assistant</b> to join our <b>Dubai</b> team. In this role, you&rsquo;ll provide vital support to our UAE legal function, ensuring our operations run smoothly while developing your professional skills in a fast-paced corporate environment.</p><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
What You&rsquo;ll Be Adding</b></h2><p>
You&rsquo;ll be joining the <b>UAE Legal</b> team. We are a lean, high-impact group responsible for navigating the regulatory landscape and supporting commercial growth across the Emirates.</p><p><b>
Here&rsquo;s what your day-to-day might look like:</b></p><ul><li><p><b>
Administrative Support:</b> Provide comprehensive support to the Legal team, including preparing, formatting, and filing legal documents and official correspondence.</p></li><li><p><b>
Bilingual Coordination:</b> Act as a key point of contact for translations, ensuring documents and communications are accurately converted between Arabic and English.</p></li><li><p><b>
Document Management:</b> Maintain and organise legal records, contracts, and sensitive documentation to ensure version control and easy retrieval.</p></li><li><p><b>
Process Oversight:</b> Support contract tracking and lifecycle management processes to keep our legal obligations on schedule.</p></li><li><p><b>
Stakeholder Liaison:</b> Coordinate meetings and prepare materials while liaising with internal departments to facilitate legal requests.</p></li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
What You&rsquo;ll Need to Thrive</b></h2><p>
Our ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in some of these areas and curiosity to grow in others:</p><ul><li><p><b>
UAE National status:</b> This is a dedicated Emiratisation role.</p></li><li><p><b>
Educational Foundation:</b> A Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law, Legal Studies, or a related field (or currently pursuing).</p></li><li><p><b>
Bilingual Proficiency:</b> Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in both Arabic and English.</p></li><li><p><b>
Organisational Excellence:</b> Proven ability to manage administrative tasks with high attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft Office.</p></li><li><p><b>
Growth Mindset:</b> A proactive attitude with a strong willingness to learn corporate legal operations (no prior work experience required).</p></li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Why Join Us?</b></h2><p>
At Deliveroo, you&rsquo;ll do work that matters, solving real-world problems in a three-sided marketplace that&rsquo;s constantly evolving.</p><p>
We&rsquo;re food lovers, problem solvers, community builders and more, brought together by a shared drive to make things better. Working here you can expect to:</p><p>
<b>Make a visible impact every day</b></p><p>
Your work directly improves experiences for customers, partners and riders.</p><p>
<b>Learn fast in an entrepreneurial environment</b></p><p>
Work close to the market with autonomy, pace and real responsibility.</p><p>
<b>Build a career, not just a role</b></p><p>
Stretch yourself, develop new skills and grow as the business evolves.</p><p>
<b>Deliver together in an inclusive culture</b></p><p>
Collaborative, values-driven teams that support how you work best.</p><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Our Global Structure</b></h2><p>
Deliveroo is now part of DoorDash, bringing together teams with even greater reach, scale, and ambition. Depending on your role, you may collaborate with teammates, systems, and leaders across DoorDash and Wolt. Together, we&rsquo;re unlocking new possibilities as one global team.</p><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion</b></h2><p>
At Deliveroo, we know that a great workplace reflects the world around us and that true diversity and inclusion make us stronger, more creative, and better at what we do. We&rsquo;re committed to fostering an environment where everyone can do their best work and feel they belong.</p><p>
We believe in equality of opportunity and welcome candidates from all backgrounds regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion, or belief.</p><p>
If you have a disability or long-term health condition and need support to apply for one of our roles, or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, you&rsquo;ll have the opportunity to let us know once you&rsquo;ve submitted your application. We&rsquo;ll share details on how to request support so we can ensure you have a fair and equitable experience.</p><p>
If you&rsquo;re excited about making a real impact in a fast-moving marketplace and growing your career alongside ambitious, supportive teams, we&rsquo;d love to hear from you!</p></div>

Legal Assistant - UAE National

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