Job Description

Job Title: Legal Counsel

Reporting to:

Group Legal Director

Department:

Legal

Location: Dubai

Job Purpose:

To provide comprehensive legal support across the company's real estate and development activities, with a primary focus on contract drafting and review, litigation coordination, regulatory compliance, and legal risk management.

Key Responsibilities:

Contract Management:

Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts/ Agreements of various types including: Consultancy agreements Construction contracts (FIDIC and others) Real estate-related agreements such as Sale and Purchase Agreements (SPAs), MOUs, NDAs, Lease Agreements, and Brokerage Agreements. Ensure contracts are compliant with applicable laws and company policies. Identify legal risks and provide mitigation strategies.

Litigation & Dispute Management:

Liaise with external legal counsel and monitor progress of litigation and dispute resolution cases. Experienced in litigation and arbitration procedures before the Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC). Prepare and review legal documentation related to ongoing or potential disputes. Follow up on legal matters with courts, police departments, RERA, and other relevant authorities. Maintain legal case files and support the company's position in disputes.

Legal Advisory:

Advise internal departments (sales, development, finance, etc.) on legal implications of business activities. Provide legal support for new projects and initiatives, particularly in the real estate sector. Keep abreast of changes in relevant laws and regulations and inform the business accordingly.

Compliance & Regulatory Matters:

Ensure compliance with UAE laws, real estate regulations, and internal governance policies. Coordinate with RERA and other regulatory bodies regarding registration, compliance, and reporting requirements.

Corporate & Administrative Support:

Assist in preparing legal documents related to corporate governance (resolutions, POAs, etc.). Maintain legal database and ensure timely renewal of licenses and registrations.

Reporting:

Provide regular updates and legal reports to the Group Legal Director. Highlight potential risks or strategic issues in ongoing matters.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

Master's degree in Law (LLM) from a reputable university. Licensed/qualified lawyer (local or international jurisdiction).

Minimum 6-8 years of relevant legal experience

(preferably within a real estate developer or major law firm). Strong experience in drafting and reviewing real estate contracts, SPAs, construction agreements, and brokerage contracts. Proven litigation coordination experience and understanding of legal procedures in the UAE. Prior work experience with a real estate developer is highly desirable. Fluent in

Arabic and English

- both written and spoken.

Key Skills:

Strong legal drafting and negotiation skills. Excellent attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously and under pressure. High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Proactive, business-oriented, and solution-driven mindset.
Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

* Legal Counsel: 5 years (Preferred)