83 Baker Mckenzie jobs in the United Arab Emirates

As a Legal Assistant within our company, you will be responsible for collaborating and coordinating with various departments to provide essential legal support and develop innovative legal solutions that contribute to impactful projects across the organization.

We invite you to join a rapidly growing company that offers attractive employment benefits and real opportunities for professional development and continuous learning alongside experienced legal and administrative leaders.

We are seeking a professional and highly competent candidate with proven experience in legal support, strong skills in legal research and drafting memoranda and contracts, in addition to excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Minimum Requirements:

• Knowledge of UAE Laws and Legal Procedures
• Proficiency in Arabic and English
• Ability to Draft and Review Legal Documents and Contracts Accurately
• Administrative Work
• Technical Expertise

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of Abu Dhabi Court system
• Knowledge of Dubai Court system
• Knowledge of Ajman Court system

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Do you want to love what you do at work? Do you want to make a difference, an impact, transform people's lives? Do you want to work with a team that believes in disrupting the normal, boring, and average?

If yes, then this is the job you're looking for. webook.com is Saudi's #1 event ticketing and experience booking platform in terms of technology, features, agility, and revenue, serving some of the largest mega events in the Kingdom with over 2 billion in sales.

webook.com is part of the Supertech Group, which also includes UXBERT Labs, one of the best digital and user experience design agencies in the GCC, along with Kafu Games, the largest esports tournament platform in MENA.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage and organize legal documents and files.
2. Draft, review, and edit legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, motions, and correspondence.
3. Review and analyze all customer agreements to ensure compliance with UAE local law and regulations.
4. Provide legal guidance and advice on various legal matters, including contracts, agreements, and legal disputes.
5. Stay updated on changes in UAE legal requirements and regulations, ensuring the company's operations adhere to the latest standards.
6. Address potential customer complaints and legal issues promptly and effectively, working closely with relevant departments to resolve them satisfactorily.
7. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure legal and regulatory compliance across all business functions.
8. Monitor and assess potential legal risks and provide strategies to mitigate them.
9. Develop and maintain strong relationships with external legal counsel, ensuring their assistance is sought when necessary.
10. Conduct legal research and analysis to support the company's decision-making process.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in law.
2. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
3. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
4. Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
5. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
6. Familiarity with corporate law, contract law, and regulatory compliance.

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Job Overview:

1. Assist in drafting, reviewing, negotiating, executing, and managing contracts and relevant documents.
2. Conduct detailed review and verification of KYC documents for partners and clients and assist partners in completing their KYC questionnaires.
3. Support handling judicial requests for evidence collection and preparation of necessary documentation.
4. Assist in monitoring and managing trademark applications and registration processes.
5. Coordinate and facilitate communications and document exchanges with external legal counsels.
6. Assist in drafting, reviewing, and managing internal compliance documentation and legal reports.

Job Requirements:

1. Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree or higher in Law or a related field; candidates who have passed the judicial examination or have relevant internship experience are preferred.
2. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and coordination skills; highly responsible and detail-oriented.
3. Proficient in using office software including Word, Excel, and PPT.
4. Excellent command of English with strong skills in legal document comprehension and drafting.
5. Strong interest or familiarity with the cryptocurrency and blockchain industry is preferred.

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Our client is a boutique investment bank headquartered in the DIFC.

• They specialize in the management of Hedge Funds, Private Equity Funds and Private Debt Funds.

• They want employees who are in for the long haul and aspire to be a part of a growing forward looking firm.

• They wish to invest in you, guide you and support your learning and development.

• All employees are required to remain enrolled in company sponsored continuing education and training above and beyond the statutory requirements.

• They work hard, but the work is rewarding and meaningful.

• Hiring date: Immediate

• Job type: Full time (6 months probation)

Roles and Responsibilities

• Assist General Counsel with legal, compliance and administrative support across all business lines (including fund management, capital markets and M&A)

• Prepare and edit legal documents, regulatory filings, project plans and internal policies & procedures

• Management and track workflows and submission deadlines

• Assist with the implementation of corporate governance policies and monitor the same

• Liaise with clients and internal teams for the preparation, review and collation of due diligence and KYC/KYB materials

• Assist clients with onboarding at counterparties and service providers (including Fund Administrators, Prime Brokers, Banks, Auditors and Legal Counsel)

• Conduct legal research and prepare briefing notes in respect of the same. Skills and Qualifications

• University degree and/or professional qualification

• 1+ year of experience as a paralegal, legal assistant or similar in a reputable law firm, financial institution or corporate

• Familiarity with legal procedures and financial services regulation in the DIFC, UAE or comparable jurisdiction

• Corporate law, Banking & Finance and/or similar experience preferred.
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Do you want to love what you do at work? Do you want to make a difference, an impact, transform people's lives? Do you want to work with a team that believes in disrupting the normal, boring, and average?

If yes, then this is the job you're looking for. is Saudi's #1 event ticketing and experience booking platform in terms of technology, features, agility, and revenue, serving some of the largest mega events in the Kingdom with over 2 billion in sales.

is part of the Supertech Group, which also includes UXBERT Labs, one of the best digital and user experience design agencies in the GCC, along with Kafu Games, the largest esports tournament platform in MENA.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage and organize legal documents and files.
2. Draft, review, and edit legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, motions, and correspondence.
3. Review and analyze all customer agreements to ensure compliance with UAE local law and regulations.
4. Provide legal guidance and advice on various legal matters, including contracts, agreements, and legal disputes.
5. Stay updated on changes in UAE legal requirements and regulations, ensuring the company's operations adhere to the latest standards.
6. Address potential customer complaints and legal issues promptly and effectively, working closely with relevant departments to resolve them satisfactorily.
7. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure legal and regulatory compliance across all business functions.
8. Monitor and assess potential legal risks and provide strategies to mitigate them.
9. Develop and maintain strong relationships with external legal counsel, ensuring their assistance is sought when necessary.
10. Conduct legal research and analysis to support the company's decision-making process.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in law.
2. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
3. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
4. Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
5. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
6. Familiarity with corporate law, contract law, and regulatory compliance.

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As a Legal Assistant within our company, you will be responsible for collaborating and coordinating with various departments to provide essential legal support and develop innovative legal solutions that contribute to impactful projects across the organization.

We invite you to join a rapidly growing company that offers attractive employment benefits and real opportunities for professional development and continuous learning alongside experienced legal and administrative leaders.

We are seeking a professional and highly competent candidate with proven experience in legal support, strong skills in legal research and drafting memoranda and contracts, in addition to excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Minimum Requirements:

• Knowledge of UAE Laws and Legal Procedures
• Proficiency in Arabic and English
• Ability to Draft and Review Legal Documents and Contracts Accurately
• Administrative Work
• Technical Expertise

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of Abu Dhabi Court system
• Knowledge of Dubai Court system
• Knowledge of Ajman Court system

#J-18808-Ljbffr

If yes, then this is the job you're looking for is Saudi's #1 event ticketing and experience booking platform in terms of technology, features, agility, and revenue, serving some of the largest mega events in the Kingdom, surpassing over 2 billion sales. is part of the Supertech Group, which also consists of UXBERT Labs, one of the best digital and user experience design agencies in the GCC, along with Kafu Games, the largest esports tournament platform in MENA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and organize legal documents and files.
• Draft, review, and edit legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, motions, and correspondence.
• Review and analyze all customer agreements to ensure compliance with UAE local law and regulations.
• Provide legal guidance and advice on various legal matters, including contracts, agreements, and legal disputes.
• Stay updated on changes in UAE legal requirements and regulations, ensuring the company's operations adhere to the latest standards.
• Address potential customer complaints and legal issues promptly and effectively, working closely with relevant departments to resolve them satisfactorily.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure legal and regulatory compliance across all business functions.
• Monitor and assess potential legal risks and provide strategies to mitigate them.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with external legal counsel, ensuring their assistance is sought when necessary.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support the company's decision-making process.

Desired Candidate Profile:

• Bachelor's degree in law.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with corporate law, contract law, and regulatory compliance.

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Manage all administrative responsibilities within the Legal Department.

Organize and maintain all legal documents with strict confidentiality.

Collect, examine, and organize evidence and legal documents for case preparation and review.

Draft and proofread legal documents and correspondence, including pleadings, contracts, letters, and memos.

Prepare and edit various materials such as meeting minutes, presentations, spreadsheets, and daily reports.

Research relevant regulations, laws, and legal articles to support the preparation of legal advice, case files, and reports.

Communicate effectively with external law firms and internal departments to coordinate legal matters.

Manage and maintain both electronic and paper filing systems efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage all administrative responsibilities within the Legal Department.

Organize and maintain all legal documents with strict confidentiality.

Collect, examine, and organize evidence and legal documents for case preparation and review.

Draft and proofread legal documents and correspondence, including pleadings, contracts, letters, and memos.

Prepare and edit various materials such as meeting minutes, presentations, spreadsheets, and daily reports.

Research relevant regulations, laws, and legal articles to support the preparation of legal advice, case files, and reports.

Communicate effectively with external law firms and internal departments to coordinate legal matters.

Manage and maintain both electronic and paper filing systems efficiently.

Requirements:

Proven experience in a legal administrative or legal assistant role, preferably within the real estate sector.

Strong verbal and written communication skills in both Arabic and English.

Proficiency in computer applications, particularly Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize work under pressure.

Strong research skills and attention to detail.

Demonstrated flexibility and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

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**Company Description**
**Work with Us. Change the World.**
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
**Job Description**
**Join AECOM's 2025 Graduate Program!**
**Role Overview**
Join AECOM's Graduate Program 2025 as a dynamic **Graduate Legal Assistant** , working directly with our Senior Counsel for the region in Dubai. This role presents an exciting opportunity to gain valuable experience and contribute to our legal operations.
**Key Responsibilities**
+ Provide administrative support to the legal department, including gathering and relaying information to internal and external clients.
+ Perform administrative tasks such as updating spreadsheets, preparing correspondence, completing forms, and maintaining lists.
+ Assist legal staff with submitting claims, handling insurance certificates, bond requests, and tracking documents.
+ Draft and review contracts, including NDAs and tender documents, under the supervision of the Senior Counsel.
+ Support the preparation of internal project approvals and assist in managing claims and disputes.
+ Collaborate with commercial and project teams to protect AECOM's business interests and strategic objectives.
**Qualifications**
**Minimum Requirements**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Law or Legal Studies required from an accredited University.
+ Candidates must be either 2024 or 2025 graduates
+ Successful applicants must have achieved a minimum GPA of 2.7 or 2:1 (or equivalent) and above.
+ **As part of AECOM's commitment to Emiratisation and in compliance with UAE labour law, only UAE Nationals with a family book will be considered for this role.**
**Additional Information**
**About AECOM**
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.
**What makes AECOM a great place to work**
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
**ReqID:** J10128583
**Business Line:** Geography OH
**Business Group:** DCS
**Strategic Business Unit:** ME and Africa
**Career Area:** Legal
**Work Location Model:** On-Site
**Legal Entity:** AECOM MIDDLE EAST LIMITED ABU DHABI