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Are you a skilled Legal Advisor with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for real estate law? Join one of the fastest-growing real estate companies in the UAE and become part of a high-performance, dynamic team that's shaping the future of property development and management across the region.

We are seeking a legal professional with a strong command of leasing, subleasing, and legal recovery cases, and deep familiarity with UAE real estate regulations. This is a high-impact role working directly with our management, leasing, and property teams to support the legal framework of our rapidly expanding property portfolio.

Key Responsibilities:

Draft, review, and negotiate lease agreements, sublease agreements, tenancy contracts, and other real estate-related documents in line with UAE laws and Dubai Land Department (DLD) guidelines.

Advise internal teams on legal risks and opportunities in leasing transactions (residential, commercial, and mixed-use).

Ensure company-wide compliance with Ejari regulations and coordinate with DLD, RERA, and other regulatory authorities.

Represent the company in legal disputes before the Rental Dispute Settlement Centre (RDSC) and other relevant forums.

Oversee legal proceedings related to tenant disputes, evictions, and dues recovery.

Monitor legislative changes and ensure internal policies remain up-to-date and compliant.

Coordinate with external legal counsel, government entities, and stakeholders on complex legal matters.

Provide day-to-day legal support to leasing, recovery, and property management teams.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB or equivalent) Minimum of 3 years of UAE-based legal experience in real estate leasing and recoveries. In-depth understanding of UAE tenancy, real estate, and court procedures. Proven expertise in handling legal recovery and dispute cases involving tenants or landlords. Strong negotiation, follow-up, and communication skills. Proficiency in reading and understanding legal Arabic is essential. Prior experience within a real estate or property management company is preferred. Fluent in English; Arabic language skills are a strong advantage. Fluency in English (both written and spoken), Arabic is an advantage.

Salary:

- Competitive salary

Job Type: Full-time