Job Description

An international real estate company is seeking a skilled Legal Counsel to join their UAE team. The role is suited for a qualified legal professional with proven experience across regulatory, commercial, and corporate legal matters in the GCC region.
Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare contractual and commercial risk assessments and support during the pre-tendering stage.

• Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of legal documents, including FIDIC agreements.

• Advise on company policies, statutory compliance, and internal governance procedures.

• Support legal aspects of corporate governance, including licensing, renewals, and restructuring.

• Provide legal support to HR, finance, tax, and operational teams on contractual and risk matters.

• Monitor legal/regulatory changes across UAE & KSA and conduct gap analyses.

• Manage dispute resolution support including strategy and liaising with external counsel.

• Improve contracting workflows, legal templates, and documentation practices.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Law; advanced legal qualifications preferred.

• Bar admission is a plus.

• Minimum 3 years of legal practice in the GCC, with experience in UAE & Saudi Arabia.

• Fluency in English required; Arabic is a plus.

• Familiarity with UAE/KSA laws, corporate governance, and compliance frameworks.

• Background in real estate or engineering consultancy firms is preferred.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Ability to work under pressure and travel if required.

This is a full-time, permanent position (Monday to Friday) offering broad legal exposure across corporate and commercial matters. Ideal for candidates seeking growth in a globally respected real estate firm.
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