144 Arabic Speaking Legal Consultant jobs in the United Arab Emirates

HPL Yamalova & Plewka DMCC (" LYLaw ") is a Dubai-based general practice law firm that provides pragmatic and individually tailored advice to corporations and individuals.

Role Overview

We are looking for a passionate Legal Consultant (Arabic-Speaking) to join our law firm in Dubai. Passion is a must. So is knowledge, and the below requirements. This is a full-time on-site role for a Legal Consultant (Arabic-Speaking) at HPL Yamalova & Plewka DMCC located in Dubai.

TheLegal Consultant (Arabic-Speaking) mustpossess strong analytical skills, a thorough understanding of the U.A.E. legal framework, and the ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly. This role will involve collaborating with various departments to ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and advise on legal matters, among others.

Qualifications

• Interest in the legal field.
• Strong understanding of UAE legal frameworks, including corporate, commercial, and labor law.
• Superb organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Great time management and efficiency.
• Strong research, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Initiative and independence, but also a strong team player.
• Sense of enthusiasm.
• Passion for learning.
• Strong sense of right and wrong.
• Sense of initiative and proactiveness.
• Ethical, honest, and loyal.
• Strong communication skills and drafting skills, especially with correspondence.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, etc.
• Tech-savvy and can easily adapt to new platforms and software.
• Great organizational and time management skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law
• At least 2 years of U.A.E. corporate experience, as a legal consultant or in a similar role.
• Fluent Arabic and English speaker, written and verbal.

Why LYLAW?

At LYLAW, we offer professional development opportunities that empower our team members to grow and excel in their careers. Our competitive compensation package reflects our commitment to attracting and retaining top talent. We foster a collaborative and inclusive work culture where each individual's contributions are valued, and we are dedicated to supporting career growth and advancement within our firm. Joining LYLAW means becoming part of a team that is as committed to your success as you are.

HPL Yamalova & Plewka DMCC (" LYLaw ") is a Dubai-based general practice law firm that provides pragmatic and individually tailored advice to corporations and individuals.

Role Overview

We are looking for a passionate Legal Consultant (Arabic-Speaking) to join our law firm in Dubai. Passion is a must. So is knowledge, and the below requirements. This is a full-time on-site role for a Legal Consultant (Arabic-Speaking) at HPL Yamalova & Plewka DMCC located in Dubai.

TheLegal Consultant (Arabic-Speaking) mustpossess strong analytical skills, a thorough understanding of the U.A.E. legal framework, and the ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly. This role will involve collaborating with various departments to ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and advise on legal matters, among others.

Qualifications

• Interest in the legal field.
• Strong understanding of UAE legal frameworks, including corporate, commercial, and labor law.
• Superb organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Great time management and efficiency.
• Strong research, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Initiative and independence, but also a strong team player.
• Sense of enthusiasm.
• Passion for learning.
• Strong sense of right and wrong.
• Sense of initiative and proactiveness.
• Ethical, honest, and loyal.
• Strong communication skills and drafting skills, especially with correspondence.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, etc.
• Tech-savvy and can easily adapt to new platforms and software.
• Great organizational and time management skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law
• At least 2 years of U.A.E. corporate experience, as a legal consultant or in a similar role.
• Fluent Arabic and English speaker, written and verbal.

Why LYLAW?

At LYLAW, we offer professional development opportunities that empower our team members to grow and excel in their careers. Our competitive compensation package reflects our commitment to attracting and retaining top talent. We foster a collaborative and inclusive work culture where each individual's contributions are valued, and we are dedicated to supporting career growth and advancement within our firm. Joining LYLAW means becoming part of a team that is as committed to your success as you are.

As a Senior Legal Researcher, you will play a critical role in facilitating the work of Anti-Corruption within Abu Dhabi Accountability Authority. You will conduct legal research to support investigations and follow up cases transferred to court and public prosecution.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and controls to ensure consistency across the organization.
   Gather and update data required for business understanding.
   Perform data analysis and provide input to engagement planning analytical review procedures.
   Recommend short and long-term plans for organizational development to improve efficiency.
2. Conduct record checks with the Record Management System and include results in relevant case files before submission.
   Follow up on actions taken following decisions made on complaints received, pass relevant case files to the Registry for opening investigation files, and classified cases to the Intelligence Section for intelligence gathering.
   Monitor reporting trends and provide periodic briefings to facilitate strategy formulation and assessment of public attitude towards reporting violations.
3. Talent Management and Development:
   Ensure completion of required trainings and certification programs to stay current with job requirements and ensure continuous performance improvements.
   Obtain timely performance review assessments from project managers to serve as input for midyear and annual performance reviews.
4. Corporate:
   Ensure adherence to ADAA Corporate Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines (HR, IT, Procurement, Finance, Health and Safety etc.).
   Contribute to identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and sustainability of systems, processes, and practices considering global standards, productivity improvement, and cost reduction.

A Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field, preferably in Law School.

4+ years of experience in investigative or legal work, preferably with an anti-corruption agency, law enforcement organization, or a law firm in UAE.

Proficiency in Arabic and English is required.

Peerpoint is A&O Shearman’s global platform for self-directed consultant lawyers who want to access the best work, clients, resources, and bespoke support, undertaking assignments of typically six months or more, either within A&O Shearman’s practice groups or directly with clients.

Typical assignments based in Abu Dhabi or Dubai are 6 months in length and full time. There can also be opportunities that allow for flexible working arrangements.

To find out more, please visit .

We are seeing increasing demand for high calibre Arabic speaking legal consultants in the United Arab Emirates, across a multitude of disciplines.

Successful applicants will have:

• A minimum of five years' post-qualification experience at a top tier law firm, ideally with some in-house exposure either directly or via secondment
• Excellent academic credentials;
• A practicing certificate (or equivalent) which entitles them to practice as a lawyer
• A consultant mindset - be resilient, open to experiencing new challenges and environments, and be excited to develop their skill set and brand within the consultancy field
• The commitment and willingness to work on-site in Abu Dhabi or Dubai, to suit client requirements (although hybrid working patterns can be discussed)

What can consulting offer you?

A consulting career through Peerpoint is exciting, varied, and extremely rewarding. As a Peerpoint consultant, you can have the opportunity to work:

• In-house with one of our clients - this could mean working with a client either virtually or locally to support a project, regulatory reform, or transactional work during periods of absence. Assignments can range from three to twelve months in duration and will vary in hours.
• In the A&O Shearman UAE practice to support a specific client or the practice generally during peak volumes. We have consultants who step into the team on an ad hoc basis and those who work regularly to support the Practice.

We only take you on when we see a demand for your particular expertise, ensuring a good chance of ongoing work. We cannot guarantee work, but we are invested in moving your career forward as much as you are.

More information on how consulting works:

What makes consulting with Peerpoint different?

A career with Peerpoint is unmatched in the market. Over the last decade, we’ve helped lead the transformation of legal consulting as a credible option alongside private practice and in-house legal careers. We offer one of the most supportive environments, backed by A&O Shearman.

Empowering your development – you’ll be fully supported by our experienced team and will have access to A&O Shearman’s training, development, and networking events, including opportunities to grow your skillset with A&O Shearman’s Advanced Delivery & Solutions businesses.

Only the best for you – with access to leading businesses and progressive roles, we’ll find a role that fits you. On assignment, you’ll have access to A&O Shearman partners, professional support lawyers, and extensive resources.

Let your priorities lead – it’s important to find the right balance. This could mean more flexibility over your time between personal and professional life, to pursue passions, spend time with family, or travel.

Futureproof your career – if you need coaching or mentoring, our team can guide you through diverse career paths, helping you grow and succeed both today and tomorrow.

Peerpoint is A&O Shearman’s global platform for self-directed consultant lawyers who want to access the best work, clients, resources, and bespoke support, undertaking assignments of typically six months or more, either within A&O Shearman’s practice groups or directly with clients.

Typical assignments based in Abu Dhabi or Dubai are 6 months in length and full time. There can also be opportunities that allow for flexible working arrangements.

To find out more, please visit

We are seeing increasing demand for high calibre Arabic speaking legal consultants in the United Arab Emirates, across a multitude of disciplines.

Successful applicants will have:

• A minimum of five years' post-qualification experience at a top tier law firm, ideally with some in-house exposure either directly or via secondment
• Excellent academic credentials;
• A practicing certificate (or equivalent) which entitles them to practice as a lawyer
• A consultant mindset - be resilient, open to experiencing new challenges and environments, and be excited to develop their skill set and brand within the consultancy field
• The commitment and willingness to work on-site in Abu Dhabi or Dubai, to suit client requirements (although hybrid working patterns can be discussed)

What can consulting offer you?

A consulting career through Peerpoint is exciting, varied, and extremely rewarding. As a Peerpoint consultant, you can have the opportunity to work:

• In-house with one of our clients - this could mean working with a client either virtually or locally to support a project, regulatory reform, or transactional work during periods of absence. Assignments can range from three to twelve months in duration and will vary in hours.
• In the A&O Shearman UAE practice to support a specific client or the practice generally during peak volumes. We have consultants who step into the team on an ad hoc basis and those who work regularly to support the Practice.

We only take you on when we see a demand for your particular expertise, ensuring a good chance of ongoing work. We cannot guarantee work, but we are invested in moving your career forward as much as you are.

More information on how consulting works:

What makes consulting with Peerpoint different?

A career with Peerpoint is unmatched in the market. Over the last decade, we’ve helped lead the transformation of legal consulting as a credible option alongside private practice and in-house legal careers. We offer one of the most supportive environments, backed by A&O Shearman.

Empowering your development – you’ll be fully supported by our experienced team and will have access to A&O Shearman’s training, development, and networking events, including opportunities to grow your skillset with A&O Shearman’s Advanced Delivery & Solutions businesses.

Only the best for you – with access to leading businesses and progressive roles, we’ll find a role that fits you. On assignment, you’ll have access to A&O Shearman partners, professional support lawyers, and extensive resources.

Let your priorities lead – it’s important to find the right balance. This could mean more flexibility over your time between personal and professional life, to pursue passions, spend time with family, or travel.

Futureproof your career – if you need coaching or mentoring, our team can guide you through diverse career paths, helping you grow and succeed both today and tomorrow.

The MEA Legal and Compliance team is a collaborative and high performing function which enjoys and values the support of the business.

The successful candidate will be the lead compliance officer for Cignas business in the UAE leading shaping and developing opportunities from the outset. There will be opportunities to work with senior leaders and business leaders around the world. Externally there will be opportunities to work with specialist advisers and interact with regulators applicable to the UAE business. Whist the role will is focused on the UAE business there will be many opportunities to work on regional matters.

As part of the MEA Legal and Compliance team the successful candidate will be a trusted business partner asked to shape and stay involved in opportunities and projects from the outset. As a senior compliance advisor you will work closely with your colleagues in Legal and Compliance supporting Cignas business with accurate proportionate and timely compliance and regulatory advice to assist the operational strategic and financial aims of Cigna. The job content will be excitingly broad in line with the scope of Cignas MEA business and will include onshore and offshore regulatory advice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and enhance Cignas compliance framework and program in the UAE.
• Manage a team of direct reports to oversee compliance in the UAE.
• Influence and collaborate with business leaders legal audit information. protection privacy and compliance leadership to define develop and implement business unit compliance privacy and ethics programs risk industry trends and new regulations.
• Based on a risk assessment create an annual compliance plan for the UAE and the wider MEA region.
• Establish and execute testing and monitoring plan against key compliance risks.
• Provide draft and final reports regarding testing and monitoring to legal and compliance leadership.
• Provide a quarterly update of progress against the compliance plan to legal and compliance leadership.
• Deliver compliance (regulatory and ethics) training to the business unit.
• Facilitate implementation of new compliance requirements by the first line of defence.
• Draft new compliance policies as needed
• Provide guidance and support to the business unit in the management of data and privacy issues including breach management remediation plans data subject access requests and data privacy impact assessments
• Assist the Legal team in their identification and interpretation of new laws regulations and market practices
• Be a champion for the Cigna Ethics programme.
• Partner with the international privacy team to drive privacy compliance in the UAE.
• Lead and/or support compliance projects in the UAE or wider ME region.

Requirements:

• 8 years minimum experience in the compliance field within Healthcare Insurance/Insurance in the United Arab Emirates regional experience in insurance is an advantage.

• Strong understanding of insurance-related and data protection laws in the UAE.

• Ability to work independently multi-task and prioritize effectively in a high paced environment.

• Must have previous experience in leading teams or high value or strategic projects.

• Strong analytical planning and problem solving skills.

• Strong decision making capabilities and ability to identify problems and propose creative and effective solutions.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to provide guidance on complex matters in a clear and concise manner.

• Ability to present sound persuasive rationale for ideas or opinions.

• Ability to work confidently within groups in a multi-cultural environment and respond to global/cultural sensitivities.

• Team player with a positive attitude.

About Cigna Healthcare

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race color age disability sex childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation sexual orientation gender identity or expression veteran or military status religion national origin ancestry marital or familial status genetic information status with regard to public assistance citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the online application process please email: for support. Do not email for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

The MEA Legal and Compliance team is a collaborative and high performing function which enjoys and values the support of the business.

The successful candidate will be the lead compliance officer for Cignas business in the UAE leading shaping and developing opportunities from the outset. There will be opportunities to work with senior leaders and business leaders around the world. Externally there will be opportunities to work with specialist advisers and interact with regulators applicable to the UAE business. Whist the role will is focused on the UAE business there will be many opportunities to work on regional matters.

As part of the MEA Legal and Compliance team the successful candidate will be a trusted business partner asked to shape and stay involved in opportunities and projects from the outset. As a senior compliance advisor you will work closely with your colleagues in Legal and Compliance supporting Cignas business with accurate proportionate and timely compliance and regulatory advice to assist the operational strategic and financial aims of Cigna. The job content will be excitingly broad in line with the scope of Cignas MEA business and will include onshore and offshore regulatory advice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and enhance Cignas compliance framework and program in the UAE.
• Manage a team of direct reports to oversee compliance in the UAE.
• Influence and collaborate with business leaders legal audit information. protection privacy and compliance leadership to define develop and implement business unit compliance privacy and ethics programs risk industry trends and new regulations.
• Based on a risk assessment create an annual compliance plan for the UAE and the wider MEA region.
• Establish and execute testing and monitoring plan against key compliance risks.
• Provide draft and final reports regarding testing and monitoring to legal and compliance leadership.
• Provide a quarterly update of progress against the compliance plan to legal and compliance leadership.
• Deliver compliance (regulatory and ethics) training to the business unit.
• Facilitate implementation of new compliance requirements by the first line of defence.
• Draft new compliance policies as needed
• Provide guidance and support to the business unit in the management of data and privacy issues including breach management remediation plans data subject access requests and data privacy impact assessments
• Assist the Legal team in their identification and interpretation of new laws regulations and market practices
• Be a champion for the Cigna Ethics programme.
• Partner with the international privacy team to drive privacy compliance in the UAE.
• Lead and/or support compliance projects in the UAE or wider ME region.

Requirements:

• 8 years minimum experience in the compliance field within Healthcare Insurance/Insurance in the United Arab Emirates regional experience in insurance is an advantage.

• Strong understanding of insurance-related and data protection laws in the UAE.

• Ability to work independently multi-task and prioritize effectively in a high paced environment.

• Must have previous experience in leading teams or high value or strategic projects.

• Strong analytical planning and problem solving skills.

• Strong decision making capabilities and ability to identify problems and propose creative and effective solutions.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to provide guidance on complex matters in a clear and concise manner.

• Ability to present sound persuasive rationale for ideas or opinions.

• Ability to work confidently within groups in a multi-cultural environment and respond to global/cultural sensitivities.

• Team player with a positive attitude.

About Cigna Healthcare

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race color age disability sex childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation sexual orientation gender identity or expression veteran or military status religion national origin ancestry marital or familial status genetic information status with regard to public assistance citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the online application process please email: for support. Do not email for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

We are seeking a highly competent lawyer with around 3 years post qualification experience to lead our legal and compliance functions in the oil and gas sector.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing corporate legal documents, maintaining corporate registers, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

• Legal: Prepare and manage corporate legal documents, including Shareholders Agreements, Joint Venture Agreements, and Memorandums of Associations.
• Maintain corporate registers and ensure compliance with LE Structure revisions.
• Support the PRO with license renewals, UBO requirements, and government authority matters.
• Collaborate with external law firms to resolve legal disputes and issues.
• Review and negotiate tenders, contracts, and other corporate legal documents.
• Develop contracts (templates) for service level agreements, agency agreements, and intellectual property agreements.
• Provide general legal support and consultation to mitigate group corporate risk.
• Maintain knowledge of UAE Laws and advise on amendments, new regulations, and expiries.

• Compliance: Create and implement KYC/Due Diligence procedures to enhance business practices.
• Conduct training on Anti Bribery/Corruption Laws across the business.
• Stay updated on Sanctions Lists and Anti Bribery/Corruption Laws in the UAE and other jurisdictions.
• Review and recommend policies and procedures to management.
• Provide advisory services on corporate governance matters.

Requirements include an LLB from a Common Law Jurisdiction, around 3 years PQE in a similar role, preferably in a law firm or in-house legal position, with experience in Oil and Gas/Logistics Industry.

Desirable skills include knowledge of UAE Laws, Freezones, Sanctions Lists, anti-competition, and anti-bribery laws. Fluency in English is mandatory, along with strong legal drafting skills, attention to detail, and accuracy.

The Legal Compliance function is a collaborative and high-performing team that enjoys the support of the business.

As a senior compliance advisor, you will lead the development of opportunities in the UAE and work closely with your colleagues in Legal and Compliance to provide accurate and timely compliance advice.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Maintaining and enhancing Cigna's compliance framework in the UAE
• Managing a team of direct reports to oversee compliance
• Influencing and collaborating with business leaders on compliance initiatives
• Creating an annual compliance plan for the UAE and MEA region

Requirements include:

• 8 years' experience in the compliance field within Healthcare Insurance/Insurance in the UAE
• Strong understanding of insurance-related laws in the UAE
• Ability to work independently and prioritize effectively
• Previous experience in leading teams or strategic projects

Cigna is an advocate for better health through every stage of life. We guide our customers through the healthcare system, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health and well-being.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, or related medical conditions.