Job Description

Job Title:

Legal Contracts Specialist

Location:

United Arab Emirates

Industry:

Contracting / Construction

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Position Overview

We are looking for a highly skilled

Legal Contracts Specialist

to oversee and manage all legal and contractual matters related to our construction and contracting projects in the UAE. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in

UAE laws, FIDIC contracts, and construction law

, with hands-on experience drafting, negotiating, and reviewing a variety of commercial and subcontracting agreements. This role ensures full legal compliance and mitigates risk across all business operations.

Key Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate

contracts, subcontracts, NDAs, MOUs, and other legal agreements

in line with UAE laws and company standards. Provide

legal and contractual guidance

to management and project teams on contract interpretation, obligations, and risk exposure. Ensure

compliance with UAE Civil Code, FIDIC standards, and relevant legal frameworks.

Identify potential legal risks and advise management on

mitigation strategies and corrective actions.

Support

claims preparation, variation orders, and dispute resolution

with proper documentation and legal reasoning. Liaise with

external legal counsel

for arbitration, litigation, and complex legal matters. Review

tender documents and bid conditions

, identifying contractual risks and recommending amendments. Maintain an organized

repository of contracts, legal correspondence, and compliance records.

Monitor and manage

contract renewals, terminations, and performance guarantees.

Stay updated on

changes in UAE legislation

and construction regulations that impact company operations.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree in

Law, Legal Studies, or a related discipline

(LLB or higher preferred).

5-8 years

of experience as a Legal or Contracts Specialist in the

UAE construction or contracting industry.

Deep understanding of

UAE Civil Law, FIDIC Contracts,

and

construction dispute resolution procedures.

Proven ability to draft and negotiate complex contractual documents. Strong

analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making

skills. Excellent

communication and negotiation

skills with attention to detail. Proficient in

MS Office

and legal/contract management tools.

Fluent in English

; knowledge of

Arabic

is an advantage.

Preferred Skills

Experience in

arbitration, mediation, or dispute resolution.

Sound understanding of

commercial and corporate legal frameworks.

Ability to

work under pressure

and manage multiple projects simultaneously. High level of

professional integrity, confidentiality, and business ethics.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED12,000.00 - AED15,000.00 per month