Job Description

Position: Paralegal Assistant / Legal Assistant
Job Location: Dubai
Candidate Location: UAE
Industry: Luxury Fashion
Job Type: Full time
Job Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Paralegal Assistant with 2-3 years of relevant experience to support our in-house legal team in the retail industry. The role involves providing legal and administrative assistance across a wide range of commercial, compliance, and corporate matters, ensuring smooth operations and adherence to regulatory requirements
Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and organize legal documents including contracts, NDAs, lease agreements, and other commercial agreements.
• Assist with contract management - maintaining accurate records, tracking key deadlines, and monitoring compliance obligations.
• Support in managing legal documentation for retail operations, suppliers, franchises, and licensing requirements.
• Conduct legal research on commercial, corporate, employment, and retail regulatory matters.
• Liaise with external law firms, regulatory authorities, and internal stakeholders as required.
• Assist with compliance filings, renewals of trade licenses, permits, and other regulatory documents.
• Maintain and update the legal database, case files, and documentation repository.
• Provide administrative support to the Legal Counsel including preparing presentations, reports, and summaries.
• Support dispute resolution and litigation processes, including coordinating documentation and liaising with external counsel.

Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in Law, Paralegal Studies, or related field.

• 2-3 years of experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, or in a similar role (preferably within retail, FMCG, or corporate legal environments).
• Strong knowledge of corporate, commercial, and regulatory laws.
• Experience in reviewing and drafting contracts and legal correspondence.
• Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with contract management systems is an advantage.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with both internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and discretion.

Salary AED 5500 + benefits

Skills Required