262 Corporate Law jobs in the United Arab Emirates

We are seeking an experienced corporate attorney to join our legal team. The successful candidate will provide expert legal counsel on corporate matters, ensure regulatory compliance, draft and review contracts, and support business operations by mitigating legal risks.

• Provide legal advice on corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, contracts, and regulatory compliance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, agreements, and legal documents to protect the company's interests.
• Conduct legal due diligence for business transactions and corporate restructuring.
• Advise management on legal risks and implications related to business activities and strategic decisions.
• Ensure compliance with local, national, and international laws and regulations.
• Manage relationships with external legal counsel and coordinate legal support as required.
• Stay up-to-date with changes in laws and regulations affecting the company's operations.
• Support dispute resolution processes and manage litigation cases when necessary.
• Assist in the preparation of corporate policies and internal compliance programs.
• Provide training and guidance on legal issues to internal stakeholders.

• Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent. A Master's degree or LLM is an advantage.
• Licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a corporate attorney, preferably within a law firm or corporate legal department.
• Strong knowledge of corporate law, commercial law, contract law, and relevant regulations.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• High ethical standards and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Fluency in English is required; knowledge of Arabic or other languages is a plus.

We are seeking an experienced corporate lawyer to join our team in Dubai. This role is ideal for ambitious professionals with expertise in UAE law, corporate structuring and tax planning who are eager to work with international clients and expand their professional network.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage company incorporations from start to finish — from selecting the right license to obtaining Emirates IDs for shareholders and opening corporate bank accounts.
• Provide expert consultancy and negotiations with clients.
• Prepare commercial proposals, legal opinions and reports for clients.
• Structure international businesses and develop tax planning strategies.

Requirements:

• A higher legal education.
• Minimum 3 years of legal experience; background in consulting (corporate, international or tax law) is a strong advantage.
• Solid knowledge of UAE legislation, including tax law and free zone regulations.
• Proven experience with company registration and working with free zones and banks in the UAE.
• A high level of ambition and professional growth potential.
• Previous experience in a UAE-based law firm is an advantage.
• An excellent command of English (both written and spoken).

What We Offer:

• A modern office in Business Bay, Dubai.
• A full-time position, visa and insurance (relocation from abroad can be considered).
• Flexibility in working hours when needed.
• Competitive salary.
• Opportunities for professional networking and career development.
• You will work with young, smart, ambitious and fun people.

If you're ready to take the next step in your corporate career, send us your CV.

• Job Type Full-time

• Job Function Legal
• Industry Business Consulting and Services

For our client's international Legal Team, we are looking for a Legal Counsel, based in Dubai to work for us on a 12-month contract, whose primary focus will be on general commercial law. There is potential to go permanent on completion.

As Legal Counsel, you will join one of the world’s leading media measurement organisations and work on the product, client, and vendor agreements relating to data, technology, and custom analytics services. You will support the business across AME and Asia. Whilst this role will initially be work from home/remote, candidates ideally need to be located in commutable distance from Dubai.

The preferred candidate is a creative problem solver who thrives in a dynamic and versatile environment with frequently shifting tasks and responsibilities. The Legal Counsel will work in a collaborative culture and will be asked to support the Legal team and business on a broad range of matters.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide clear, practical and business-oriented legal advice to internal business teams.
• Advise on and draft client and vendor agreements for the company.
• Update and manage contract templates.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues in legal and other central support functions (including privacy and finance).
• Manage external lawyer relationships.
• Attend meetings and calls with clients/vendors.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• University level qualification in Law (or equivalent).
• Sound experience in a law firm and/or as in-house legal counsel.
• Familiar with working in an international environment.
• Highly proficient in business English and Arabic (speaking and writing). Arabic advantageous but not essential.
• Strong knowledge of general contract law and data privacy legislation.
• Highly motivated, pro-active, and business-oriented problem solver.
• Team player who works well with other lawyers and commercial teams.
• Good negotiation skills.
• Confidence in dealing with all levels of the organisation, including commercial management.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Company's Legal Team (comprising lawyers and paralegals) supports the company globally, protecting company’s business, products, intellectual property, and reputation. The team places a focus on developing excellence and agility as they minimise risk and move the business forward.

For our client's international Legal Team, we are looking for a Legal Counsel, based in Dubai to work for us on a 12-month contract, whose primary focus will be on general commercial law. There is potential to go permanent on completion.

As Legal Counsel, you will join one of the world’s leading media measurement organisations and work on the product, client, and vendor agreements relating to data, technology, and custom analytics services. You will support the business across AME and Asia. Whilst this role will initially be work from home/remote, candidates ideally need to be located in commutable distance from Dubai.

The preferred candidate is a creative problem solver who thrives in a dynamic and versatile environment with frequently shifting tasks and responsibilities. The Legal Counsel will work in a collaborative culture and will be asked to support the Legal team and business on a broad range of matters.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide clear, practical and business-oriented legal advice to internal business teams.
• Advise on and draft client and vendor agreements for the company.
• Update and manage contract templates.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues in legal and other central support functions (including privacy and finance).
• Manage external lawyer relationships.
• Attend meetings and calls with clients/vendors.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• University level qualification in Law (or equivalent).
• Sound experience in a law firm and/or as in-house legal counsel.
• Familiar with working in an international environment.
• Highly proficient in business English and Arabic (speaking and writing). Arabic advantageous but not essential.
• Strong knowledge of general contract law and data privacy legislation.
• Highly motivated, pro-active, and business-oriented problem solver.
• Team player who works well with other lawyers and commercial teams.
• Good negotiation skills.
• Confidence in dealing with all levels of the organisation, including commercial management.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Company's Legal Team (comprising lawyers and paralegals) supports the company globally, protecting company’s business, products, intellectual property, and reputation. The team places a focus on developing excellence and agility as they minimise risk and move the business forward.

Mamo is hiring a Legal Counsel to be the steady pair of hands that keeps our deals moving and our governance tight. You’ll work across the business - contracts, corporate governance (board packs, resolutions, filings - the fun stuff), commercial negotiations, the occasional regulatory thing (we’re a licensed entity, after all), and being the person everyone Slacks when they need something “reviewed quickly.”

This role partners closely with Product, Risk, Finance, and Compliance. If you like bringing structure to a startup environment and can run without constant hand‑holding, you’ll feel right at home.

Ready to be at the forefront of change? Dive in, and apply now

• Own commercial contracting end‑to‑end: Draft, review, and negotiate merchant, partner, and supplier agreements, NDAs, SaaS/MSAs, and other contracts.
• Run the governance cadence: Prepare and circulate board packs, draft minutes/resolutions, and handle filings (UAE and relevant free zones/jurisdictions) with rigor and speed.
• Be our first responder: Triage urgent “can you review this quickly?” requests, set priorities, and keep business timelines unblocked.
• Support commercial negotiations: Join calls, mark up redlines, propose pragmatic positions, and close loops with stakeholders.
• Handle light regulatory work: Assist with licensing updates, notifications, and correspondence with regulators; help track obligations.
• Tidy the legal engine: Maintain templates and clause libraries, keep signature and approval flows moving, and help improve processes, playbooks, and our contract repository.
• Coordinate with external counsel when needed and liaise with external firms on discrete matters, making sure advice is actionable for the business.
• Assist in handling disputes, debt recovery, and regulatory complaints; coordinate strategy and ensure timely responses.

• 3-5 years’ legal experience, including meaningful UAE exposure (in-house for a fintech startup a plus)
• Experience working within the UAE and its various free zones as well as other GCC markets
• Strong understanding of the regulatory environment and legal issues related to fintech and digital payments
• Clear, concise communicator; comfortable context‑switching and meeting fast turnaround times
• Extremely tech‑savvy and quick on the keys. A genuine power user of Google Docs/Sheets; fast with redlines, comments, styles, and formatting; comfortable with collaboration tools (e.g., email/Slack), e‑signature, and basic CLM/automation
• Comfortable context‑switching and you can juggle multiple matters, keep tight notes, and maintain speed and accuracy under time pressure
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Confident with contracts, corporate governance, and commercial law

• Startup environment that’s big on individual responsibility and leans on process and automation.
• We’re big on culture. Work with stunning, supportive product, design, and engineering teams on problems that matter.
• You will be learning and growing all of the time. From business, product, and design to engineering, you will be learning from a world-class team that is caring, kind, and empathetic.
• Mamo has the potential for a wide-reaching impact. Mamo is taking on the challenge of bringing about a new era of financial inclusion that begins close to home by providing access and experiences that make sense. That means you will never be bored.

If you have any questions or want to learn more about hiring at Mamo, you can get in touch with us

Help us enable and scale Mamo ️

Mamo is hiring a Legal Counsel to be the steady pair of hands that keeps our deals moving and our governance tight. You’ll work across the business - contracts, corporate governance (board packs, resolutions, filings - the fun stuff), commercial negotiations, the occasional regulatory thing (we’re a licensed entity, after all), and being the person everyone Slacks when they need something “reviewed quickly.”

This role partners closely with Product, Risk, Finance, and Compliance. If you like bringing structure to a startup environment and can run without constant hand‑holding, you’ll feel right at home.

Ready to be at the forefront of change? Dive in, and apply now

• Own commercial contracting end‑to‑end: Draft, review, and negotiate merchant, partner, and supplier agreements, NDAs, SaaS/MSAs, and other contracts.
• Run the governance cadence: Prepare and circulate board packs, draft minutes/resolutions, and handle filings (UAE and relevant free zones/jurisdictions) with rigor and speed.
• Be our first responder: Triage urgent “can you review this quickly?” requests, set priorities, and keep business timelines unblocked.
• Support commercial negotiations: Join calls, mark up redlines, propose pragmatic positions, and close loops with stakeholders.
• Handle light regulatory work: Assist with licensing updates, notifications, and correspondence with regulators; help track obligations.
• Tidy the legal engine: Maintain templates and clause libraries, keep signature and approval flows moving, and help improve processes, playbooks, and our contract repository.
• Coordinate with external counsel when needed and liaise with external firms on discrete matters, making sure advice is actionable for the business.
• Assist in handling disputes, debt recovery, and regulatory complaints; coordinate strategy and ensure timely responses.

• 3-5 years’ legal experience, including meaningful UAE exposure (in-house for a fintech startup a plus)
• Experience working within the UAE and its various free zones as well as other GCC markets
• Strong understanding of the regulatory environment and legal issues related to fintech and digital payments
• Clear, concise communicator; comfortable context‑switching and meeting fast turnaround times
• Extremely tech‑savvy and quick on the keys. A genuine power user of Google Docs/Sheets; fast with redlines, comments, styles, and formatting; comfortable with collaboration tools (e.g., email/Slack), e‑signature, and basic CLM/automation
• Comfortable context‑switching and you can juggle multiple matters, keep tight notes, and maintain speed and accuracy under time pressure
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Confident with contracts, corporate governance, and commercial law

• Startup environment that’s big on individual responsibility and leans on process and automation.
• We’re big on culture. Work with stunning, supportive product, design, and engineering teams on problems that matter.
• You will be learning and growing all of the time. From business, product, and design to engineering, you will be learning from a world-class team that is caring, kind, and empathetic.
• Mamo has the potential for a wide-reaching impact. Mamo is taking on the challenge of bringing about a new era of financial inclusion that begins close to home by providing access and experiences that make sense. That means you will never be bored.

Position: Legal Counsel
Location: Dubai, UAE
Reports to: Managing Director – Wilo Middle East FZE

Purpose of the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to join our team and support the organization across a wide range of legal matters. The role focuses on ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, mitigating legal risks, and providing strategic legal advice to facilitate sound decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts and agreements.
• Provide legal advice on corporate governance, employment law, intellectual property, and commercial matters.
• Conduct legal research to support business decisions and regulatory compliance.
• Manage litigation processes and coordinate with external legal counsel when required.
• Ensure adherence to all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Liaise with government authorities and regulatory bodies as necessary.

Candidate Profile:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB); professional legal qualification is an advantage.
• Experience: 5–10 years of experience (manufacturing sector preferred), with exposure to regulatory compliance and dealings with government authorities.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of corporate, commercial, labor, and contractual law.
• Skills: Exceptional negotiation and contract-drafting abilities.
• Languages: Fluency in Arabic is mandatory , along with strong English (both written and spoken).

What We Offer:

• Visa and benefits
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment

If you are a fluent Arabic-speaking legal professional looking for a challenging and rewarding role in Dubai, we invite you to apply and be part of our team!

To Apply:
Interested candidates who meet the above criteria are invited to submit their CV and a brief cover letter outlining their suitability for the role to . Please reference "Vacancy - Legal Counsel" in the subject line.

We are always looking for talented individuals to join our team

Location: Abu dhabi

Job Type: CSP Associate

Job Description: Elnaggar & Partners is expanding and looking for a CSP Associate to join our team in Abu Dhabi.Key Requirements:Experience in corporate services / company formation in the UAEFamilia.

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We are seeking a Legal Counsel - Middle East with experience in construction and engineering services matters to oversee AtkinsRéalis operations in the Middle East.

In this role, you will report to the Senior Director and Head of Litigation UK & E, MEA, and APAC and will be responsible for:

Main responsibilities:

1. Ensure that material litigation and arbitration in the region have strategy roadmaps, are appropriately resourced internally (commercial and legal), have well-managed budgets and work plans to ensure greater likelihood of expected outcomes.
2. Consult on, and provide proactive advice regarding complex litigation, arbitration, or regulatory matters in the Middle East, and provide mitigation strategies.
3. Regular reporting and updating on the status of all matters in the region.
4. Partner with and efficiently manage outside counsel and other legal service providers.
5. Serve as a subject matter expert with respect to legal matters in the Middle East.

Candidate profile:

1. Legal degree and member of a local bar association required; engineering or management degree or related educational credentials are an asset.
2. Minimum of 4 years' experience, whether in-house or in private practice, including experience with large complex construction projects.
3. Strong work ethic, superior organizational skills, and ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment under time constraints. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
4. Demonstrated commitment to diversity and equity in executing responsibilities.
5. Proven success as a respected advisor within a results-driven organization.
6. Ability to build trust with stakeholders and influence in a team setting.
7. Emulates the AtkinsRéalis Legal Team's "Expected Behaviors".
8. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
9. Confidence and humility in leadership.
10. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

We offer:

• A full range of benefits.
• Reimbursement of professional dues.
• An internal procedure to encourage hybrid working.

Your difference makes a difference. We care for our people and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where you can thrive and build a future.