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Guildhall

The Role
 At Guildhall we are support one of Dubai's fastest growing real estate developers who are looking for a highly accomplished Senior Lawyer with 15–20 years of professional experience in real estate law, litigation, and FIDIC contracts. The ideal candidate will be a qualified Arabic-speaking lawyer with deep knowledge of the UAE and GCC legal landscape, capable of representing Citi Developers in courts and arbitration, drafting and reviewing complex contracts, and acting as a trusted advisor to our leadership team. Job Responsibilities • Represent Citi Developers in courts, arbitration, and dispute resolution proceedings. • Draft, review, and negotiate FIDIC contracts, real estate purchase agreements, lease agreements, and construction contracts. • Prepare and review MOUs, contracts, and legal agreements with partners, contractors, and stakeholders. • Handle all Dubai Land Department (DLD) related matters • Provide strategic legal advice on property acquisitions, joint ventures, and development projects. • Manage and oversee all litigation cases and regulatory matters, liaising with external counsel as required. • Ensure all real estate operations comply with UAE laws, court requirements, and regulatory frameworks. • Advise senior leadership on risk mitigation, dispute strategies, and compliance issues. • Conduct legal due diligence for major real estate and investment transactions. • Establish and update internal legal processes and policies to support business growth.
 
Requirements
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<li>Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent from a recognized university; Master’s in Law is an advantage. • Must be a qualified and licensed Lawyer with the right to practice law. • 15–20 years of experience in real estate law, litigation, and contract management. • Proven expertise in FIDIC contract drafting and review. • Strong background in drafting MOUs, agreements, and DLD-related matters. • Extensive knowledge of court systems, litigation procedures, and arbitration practices. • Native or fluent Arabic speaker with excellent English communication skills. • Demonstrated ability to manage high-value disputes and complex negotiations. • Prior experience working with real estate developers or major construction companies is highly preferred</li>
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About the company
 Guildhall is the most respected HR & Headhunting Consultancy in the MENA Region. With deep, extensive knowledge of HR & Recruiting in the region, Guildhall has become a trusted partner of choice for candidates and clients. Starting from an exclusive recruitment agency in Dubai - UAE, Guildhall has grown into an elite service with the ability to cover vacancies in across MENA and Asia-pacific. Offering tailored Career Sessions and an innovative industry-first membership program designed to save money on core services. Guildhall is the partner of choice.

Senior Lawyer - Real Estate

M&CO Legal

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 At M&amp;CO Legal, we believe that the key to providing exceptional legal services is understanding our clients&rsquo; businesses and working environments. Our team of experts brings a wealth of experience in litigation, arbitration, and negotiation to every case, but we don&rsquo;t stop there. We pride ourselves on providing personalized legal solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients. This approach leads to cost savings, faster resolution of legal issues, and better outcomes for our clients.
 
 
 What sets M&amp;CO Legal apart from other legal firms is our ability to innovate and find creative solutions to complex legal issues. Our team of diverse lawyers and staff from different legal backgrounds and jurisdictions share a common goal: to bring their unparalleled experience to the table with a modern and innovative approach to problem-solving. We use unique technologies and methods that make us stand out from the competition, and our expertise in certain industries or types of legal issues gives us an edge.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Must have prior experience handling banking and financial transactions.
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 Offer comprehensive legal services covering the full spectrum of corporate commercial transactions to clients pertaining to the above-mentioned fields.
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 Drafting of agreements, opinions, expert opinions, letters etc.
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 Provide ongoing legal advice on corporate law issues.
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 Conduct meetings and conferences with clients on current or future cases.
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 Ensures legality of commercial transactions.
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 Conduct research in all aspects of contractual law, tax, law, accounting, securities law, bankruptcy, intellectual property rights, licensing, zoning laws, arbitration, civil laws and other regulations relating to specific areas of business.
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 Mentors the junior associates in their daily tasks.
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 Discuss strategies and delegate tasks as needed.
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 Skills
 
 
 
 
 
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 Thorough procedural and legal knowledge.
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 Proven background on corporate law
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 Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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 Ability to multitask and manage case loads.
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 Good attention to detail to be able to analyze case files and data
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 Excellent time management.
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 Must have verbal and written proficiency in both languages (e.g., English &amp; Arabic).
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 
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 8+ years of experience as a corporate lawyer.
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 Common law qualified lawyer.&nbsp;
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 Please send your cv to hr@mandcolegal.com
 
 
 
 
 
 Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview stages. If you do not hear from us, it is unlikely we are able to hire you at this time, in which case we would keep your application on file and consider it again should we have additional openings in the future. Meanwhile, we encourage you to follow our LinkedIn page to stay updated for any potential opportunities.
 
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Corporate Senior Lawyer

Client of IDEX Consulting Ltd

The role will allow you to assist in the development of the corporate division and it is a rare opportunity to come on board and manage/develop your client portfolio, to which you will be handsomely rewarded.Our client seeks an ambitious Senior Associate (6+ PQE) with M&amp;A, venture capital and private equity experience from an international law firm. You will also have a strong passion for corporate Law and have the ability to work autonomously. In return the firm will offer you excellent career prospects within a dynamic and progressive firm.

Senior Corporate Lawyer

Black Pen Recruitment

Our client believes in the power of Virtual Advancement, leveraging digital innovation and strategic foresight to help businesses excel in a rapidly evolving world. With a focus on agility and adaptability, they work alongside organizations to simplify complexity, enhance operations, and implement strategies that foster long-term success.Their team partners with startups, SMEs, and large enterprises across various industries, enabling clients to harness technology, data, and strategic insight to gain a sustainable competitive advantage. From expanding into new markets to building resilient financial roadmaps, our client serves as a trusted advisor committed to creating meaningful impact. Whether the goal is operational optimization or future-focused growth, our client delivers the clarity and capability needed to navigate change and lead with confidence.Role OverviewEnsure our client's South African wagering entities are fully license-compliant, financially efficient, and prepared for growth across the continent.Job Type: Full-time / PermanentLocation: Malta or ThailandWorkplace: HybridRelocation Package: Full accommodation, flight tickets, and other expenses for Malta or ThailandRequirements<ul><li>Admitted attorney (South Africa qualified), with 8+ years' corporate/commercial experience in betting, fintech, or other regulated sectors</li><li>Expert knowledge of the National Gambling Act, provincial regulations, and SARB exchange-control rules</li><li>Fluent in English; Afrikaans or another local language strongly preferred</li></ul>Responsibilities<ul><li>Governance & filings: Maintain accurate CIPC records, B-BBEE certificates, UBO registers, and provincial-board corporate returns</li><li>Licence management: Lead new applications, renewals, share-change approvals, and key-person vetting with relevant boards; brief the MLRO on any conditions</li><li>Commercial contracts: Draft and negotiate agreements for affiliates, data feeds, sponsorships, and white-label products, ensuring compliance with gambling laws and CPA provisions</li><li>Exchange-control & tax: Guide on SARB approvals for dividends, loans, and royalties; monitor risks related to thin capitalization and withholding taxes</li><li>M&A / expansion: Conduct legal due diligence for new African targets; manage data rooms, closing opinions, and post-merger integration</li><li>Dispute oversight: Manage vendor, player, and regulator disputes; instruct litigation counsel under capped or AFA terms</li><li>Policy & training: Implement signing authority limits, director induction packs, and conduct governance training for local leadership</li></ul>

Senior Corporate Lawyer (Relocation to Malta orThailand/iGaming)

Founders Law

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 Dubai | Abu Dhabi | Hybrid
 
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re powering the hyper-ambitious &ndash; want in?
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re scaling rapidly in the UAE office. We are looking for a senior lawyer who wants more than just another legal role, but to partner in building and expanding a team that's growing extremely fast, working with some of the fastest-scaling companies and the top startup/scaleup ecosystems in the UAE.&nbsp;
 
 
 
 
 
 At Founders Law, we&rsquo;re entrepreneurial, commercial-first, and embedded with some of the most ambitious founders in fintech, AI, crypto, and beyond, as well as some incredible startup and scale-up ecosystems, serving as their preferred legal partner. If you want to help shape the future of legal in the GCC whilst building lasting relationships with world-changing companies, this one&rsquo;s for you.
 
 
 
 
 
 As well as our +25 strong legal team, we also have our own legal tech platform for pre-seed founders which is growing, fast.
 
 
 
 
 
 This role is your chance to help build something special in the GCC, while working with some of the most ambitious companies in the world. We&rsquo;ve won nearly 10 &ldquo;Best Place to Work&rdquo; awards in the last two years &ndash; so you&rsquo;ll be joining a team that takes culture seriously.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What we're looking for
 
 
 
 
 
 
 ✅ Qualified corporate/commercial lawyer (common law)
 
 
 ✅ 5+ years PQE
 
 
 ✅ Already based in the UAE (2+ years&rsquo; local experience ideal)
 
 
 ✅ Strong commercial contracts background with high-growth tech clients
 
 
 ✅ Entrepreneurial mindset + ability to thrive in fast-moving environments
 
 
 ✅ Tech-savvy and comfortable with legal tech
 
 
 ✅ Excellent communicator (written + verbal)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Bonus points if you've got
 
 
 
 
 
 
 💡 Fundraising/venture experience
 
 
 💡 Exposure to data protection, IP, consumer law, or digital assets
 
 
 💡 Cross-border advisory experience (Europe / Middle East)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What we're offering
 
 
 
 
 
 
 💸 AED 50,000 &ndash; 65,000 / month (flex for exceptional candidates)
 
 
 💸 Quarterly profit share and annual bonus opportunities
 
 
 🕒 Open to part-time as well as full-time
 
 
 🌍 Hybrid + flexibility, but in-person presence in Dubai or Abu Dhabi 1-2 days a week is key
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Why join us?
 
 
 
 
 
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 Work side-by-side with the fastest-growing hyper-ambitious clients, as well as the preferred partner of a number of awesome high-growth eco-systems
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 Be part of a team that&rsquo;s rewriting how legal works for the hyper-ambitious &ndash; commercial-first, flexible, embedded
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 High-level process
 
 
 
 
 
 
 1️⃣ Intro call with UAE General Manager&nbsp;
 
 
 2️⃣ Deep-dive technical interview with senior lawyers
 
 
 3️⃣ Coffee + meet some of the team
 
 
 4️⃣ Offer
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re powering the hyper-ambitious &ndash; want in?
 
 
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Legal Director

We're scaling rapidly in the UAE office. We are looking for a senior lawyer who wants more than just another legal role, but to partner in building and expanding a team that's growing extremely fast, working with some of the fastest-scaling companies and the top startup/scaleup ecosystems in the UAE. At Founders Law, we're entrepreneurial, commercial-first, and embedded with some of the most ambitious founders in fintech, AI, crypto, and beyond, as well as some incredible startup and scale-up ecosystems, serving as their preferred legal partner. If you want to help shape the future of legal in the GCC whilst building lasting relationships with world-changing companies, this one's for you.As well as our +25 strong legal team, we also have our own legal tech platform for pre-seed founders which is growing, fast.This role is your chance to help build something special in the GCC, while working with some of the most ambitious companies in the world. We've won nearly 10 Best Place to Work awards in the last two years so you'll be joining a team that takes culture seriously.

Worley

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 Building on our past. Ready for the future
 
 
 
 Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia.
 
 
 Right now, we&rsquo;re bridging two worlds as we accelerate to more sustainable energy sources, while helping our customers provide the energy, chemicals and resources that society needs now.
 
 
 We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their portfolio of assets. We solve complex problems by finding integrated data-centric solutions from the first stages of consulting and engineering to installation and commissioning, to the last stages of decommissioning and remediation. Join us and help drive innovation and sustainability in our projects.
 
 
 
 Purpose
 
 
 
 Senior legal professional within the EMEA Legal team and responsible for developing and implementing legal and contracting strategies. May lead or contribute to cross-functional projects. Develops and supports policies, procedures, and training programs aligned with organizational goals. Provides advice, interpretation, and guidance to senior management and officers regarding a variety of legal and contractual topics.
 
 
 
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 Senior-level lawyer with substantial relevant experience, knowledge and skill in reviewing, drafting and negotiating large EPC or EPCM contracts and providing support, post award.
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 Train, coach and mentor more junior attorneys in the EMEA region, or within the wider company, in the matters of their specific knowledge and/or experience.
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 Potential to act as the legal business partner for a Global Operations SVP, providing advice and guidance to the Global Operations SVP and their leadership teams regarding contracts, risks to the business and various legal and business matters.
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 Reports to the General Counsel EMEA and collaborates closely with senior leadership, regional generalist attorneys, CoE teams, MPP/strategic teams, and cross-functional teams to manage legal risk, support business objectives, and build legal capability across the EMEA.
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 Review and negotiate complex customer contracts within the EMEA region.
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 Handle and resolve complex matters in collaboration with the relevant CoE teams.
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 As the capture team Legal lead, advise Major Projects capture teams on contractual and other legal risks and issues and by drafting, reviewing and negotiating the relevant contract.
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 As the Legal lead, advise Major Projects in the execution stage by providing legal advice regarding change management, commercial issues and potential claims and disputes with the customer and third parties.
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 Participate in the Major Projects and/or Construction &amp; EPC Working Groups in collaboration with the relevant GC&rsquo;s.
 
 
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 What You Will Bring
 
 
 
 
 Technical/Industry Experience and Qualifications Requirements:
 
 
 
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 Relevant years of experience, with in-house experience preferred.
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 Decision Making: Makes strategic decisions with broad impact across functions and regions. Advises senior leadership on legal risk and business strategy.
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 Supervision Received: Operates with broad authority and minimal supervision; expected to lead initiatives and influence direction.
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 Supervision Authority: May lead legal or cross-functional teams or task forces on a project basis.
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 Communication: Highly effective communicator both orally and in writing; presents complex strategies to senior management; influences decision-making and drives alignment.
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 Systems, Processes &amp; Tools: May lead development of legal tools, templates, and training programs.
 
 
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 Required
 
 
 
 
 Education &ndash; Qualifications, Accreditation, Training:
 
 
 
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 Requires a Juris Doctor (JD) or legal degree from an accredited law school and an active license to practice law in at least one Worley jurisdiction, to the extent legally required in the relevant jurisdiction.
 
 
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 Preferred
 
 
 
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 Experience in a global or matrixed organization preferred.
 
 
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 Moving forward together
 
 
 
 We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.
 
 
 We&rsquo;re building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.
 
 
 And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.
 
 
 Whatever your ambition, there&rsquo;s a path for you here. And there&rsquo;s no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.
 
 
 We&rsquo;re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves, and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.
 
 
 Our policy is to conduct background checks for all candidates who accept an offer of employment with us.
 
 
 
 
 
 Please note: No agency representation or submissions will be recognized for this vacancy.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Company
 
 
 
 Worley
 
 
 
 Primary Location
 
 
 
 GBR-GL-London
 
 
 
 Other Locations
 
 
 
 Saudi Arabia, Qatar, GBR-SWE-Bristol, GBR-AC-Aberdeen, ARE-DUB-Dubai City, ARE-AD-Abu Dhabi City, GBR-WY-Leeds, NLD-SH-The Hague, GBR-GC-Glasgow, GBR-NWE-Manchester
 
 
 
 Job
 
 
 
 Counsel
 
 
 
 Schedule
 
 
 
 Full-time
 
 
 
 Employment Type
 
 
 
 Employee
 
 
 
 Management Level
 
 
 
 Director
 
 
 
 Job Posting
 
 
 
 Oct 6, 2025
 
 
 
 Unposting Date
 
 
 
 Nov 6, 2025
 
 
 
 Reporting Manager Title
 
 
 
 General Counsel EMEA
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Senior Associate General Counsel – Major Projects EMEA

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