Legal Counsel

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

Aman:
At Aman we are on a mission to create the world\xe2\x80\x99s ultimate luxury lifestyle brand; hotels, resorts, experiences and products which transform our guests\xe2\x80\x99 perspectives and daily lives. To achieve our ambitions, we capitalise on our unique combination of world-class and diverse talent, unmatched design, and access to locations, cultures and experiences few are privy to. We live by the \xe2\x80\x98Aman way of life\xe2\x80\x99 \xe2\x80\x93 a mindset shared by our guests and employees which creates a lifelong sense of belonging driven by our values of:

Invest in individuality \xe2\x80\x93 fostering an environment where each person can push boundaries, take risks and challenge norms.

Nurture pathfinder spirit \xe2\x80\x93 exploring experiences, opportunities and locations which transform into new exciting ventures.

Act like owners \xe2\x80\x93 taking the charge, leading by example and an immense sense of pride in their work.

Celebrate communities \xe2\x80\x93 ensuring that every member of our community is looked after and nurtured in a compassionate, respectful and collaborative manner. Location:
This position is located at our corporate office in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Overview:
The Aman Group is looking for a Legal Counsel to be based in Dubai, with some travel required in the region as required by the business. The Legal Counsel will cover both development and operations work within the legal context and will support the rest of the legal team. The Legal Counsel will report to the Director of Legal and Development and work primarily with the Development team on their based in the region. Responsibilities:
  • Work with the development team to provide support for the Group\xe2\x80\x99s operations in the Middle East region and beyond, including hotel management and development of new projects.
  • Draft, negotiate and review contracts and other legal documents (including hotel management agreements, land contracts and ancillary documents) as part of the Group\xe2\x80\x99s efforts to expand its hotel and residences portfolio in the region and globally.
  • Provide legal advice and support to the development team and advise on legal issues, including coordinating with hotel owners and internal stakeholders on contract variations, compliance and other hotel related matters.
Qualifications:
  • 4+ years of experience, with some time spent in an in-house legal position within the hospitality industry (previous experience in the Middle East would be a big advantage).
  • Ability to expeditiously identify and assess issues and provide legally sound recommendations consistent with good business practices and reason.
  • Strong drafting, problem-solving and organizational skills, as well as the ability to work well under pressure while producing a high volume of accurate work.
  • Experience in advising clients from a practical and strategic perspective, with the ability to deliver pragmatic legal advice on hospitality-related matters.
  • Strong academic record with a law degree from a reputable university.
  • Outstanding analytical, writing, communication and client-servicing skills.
  • Ability to work independently and to interact effectively with individuals at all levels.

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  • Job Id
    JD1592357
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Education
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