89 Law Firm jobs in the United Arab Emirates
Legal Secretary for International Law firm
Posted 10 days ago
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Join our prestigious international law firm in Abu Dhabi as a Legal Secretary. We seek a highly organized and detail-oriented professional to provide comprehensive secretarial support to our legal team, ensuring smooth and efficient operations in a fast-paced legal environment. Responsibilities: - Manage and organize legal documents and correspondence with precision. - Support lawyers by preparing and formatting legal documents, briefs, and contracts. - Coordinate appointments, meetings, and travel schedules for attorneys and clients. - Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion. - Communicate effectively with clients, staff, and external parties to facilitate smooth case management. - Assist in research and data collection as needed for case preparation. - Ensure all filings and records comply with firm and regulatory standards. - Operate office equipment and manage supplies to support daily office needs.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Legal Secretary or similar role within a law firm, preferably international. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; knowledge of Arabic is a plus. - Strong organizational and time-management abilities with acute attention to detail. - Proficiency in MS Office Suite and legal management software. - Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and professionalism. - Adaptable, proactive, and capable of working under pressure to meet deadlines. - Familiarity with international legal terminology and procedures is advantageous. - Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a diverse team environment.
About the company
RecruitME are a specialized recruitment consultancy supplying top tier business support staff to Dubais leading multinational organizations. We carefully source, screen and select only the very best candidates to assist our clients in making easier recruitment decisions faster. Differentiating ourselves from standard recruitment agencies our consultants have been carefully chosen for their backgrounds in business support for leading multinational organizations. Having been both the client and the candidate previously, we have an insiders understanding of the recruitment process and our clients needs. What we do: Specializing in business support positions we can assist in introducing a small selection of experienced administration, finance and human resource candidates with the relevant experience to benefit your business. Our careful screening process ensures that we have met with and can give a concise overview of each candidates skills and current situation before you meet them. We pride ourselves on sending our clients only the very best available candidates in the market to ensure a simplified, hassle free and timely recruitment experience for all involved.
Law Firm Accountant
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Our client, an international law firm are wishing to recruit a qualified accountant with a minimum of two years experience in a law firm or professional services environment. You must already be based in Dubai.
Main Responsibilities:
- Manage regional VAT filings and oversee corporate tax processes across regional offices.
- Respond to queries from regulatory bodies on tax assessments and liaise with tax auditors.
- Maintain the transfer pricing mechanism among regional offices, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
- Provide support to Payables and Revenue teams to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.
- Oversee Timekeeper rates and handle ad-hoc queries from Timekeepers, supporting their time recording and client information requirements.
- Assist in financial audits and ensure the implementation of audit recommendations.
Required Experience, Skills, and Knowledge:
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years working with an accounting firm in the UAE. Prior experience in the service or legal industry is advantageous.
- Education: University Graduate or Post Graduate, with a major in Accounts preferred.
- Technical Skills: High proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with accounting platforms such as ELITE and 3E is an advantage.
- Language: Fluent in English, with strong communication skills (verbal and written).
Key Competencies:
- Disposition: Gentle yet disciplined and firm in actions, capable of fostering a supportive environment while upholding standards.
- Results-Oriented: Demonstrates a strong commitment to meeting deadlines, especially during reporting periods.
- Organizational Skills: Excellent planning and organizational skills to manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
- Team Environment: Contributes positively to a team-oriented culture, aligned with the firm’s values.
- Confidence in Management Engagement: Able to interact confidently with senior management, providing insights and suggestions as needed.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Innovation: Possesses the ability to challenge established practices constructively and propose effective alternatives.
Law Firm Accountant
Posted 2 days ago
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Main Responsibilities:
- Manage regional VAT filings and oversee corporate tax processes across regional offices.
- Respond to queries from regulatory bodies on tax assessments and liaise with tax auditors.
- Maintain the transfer pricing mechanism among regional offices, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
- Provide support to Payables and Revenue teams to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.
- Oversee Timekeeper rates and handle ad-hoc queries from Timekeepers, supporting their time recording and client information requirements.
- Assist in financial audits and ensure the implementation of audit recommendations.
Required Experience, Skills, and Knowledge:
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years working with an accounting firm in the UAE. Prior experience in the service or legal industry is advantageous.
- Education: University Graduate or Post Graduate, with a major in Accounts preferred.
- Technical Skills: High proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with accounting platforms such as ELITE and 3E is an advantage.
- Language: Fluent in English, with strong communication skills (verbal and written).
Key Competencies:
- Disposition: Gentle yet disciplined and firm in actions, capable of fostering a supportive environment while upholding standards.
- Results-Oriented: Demonstrates a strong commitment to meeting deadlines, especially during reporting periods.
- Organizational Skills: Excellent planning and organizational skills to manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
- Team Environment: Contributes positively to a team-oriented culture, aligned with the firm’s values.
- Confidence in Management Engagement: Able to interact confidently with senior management, providing insights and suggestions as needed.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Innovation: Possesses the ability to challenge established practices constructively and propose effective alternatives.
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Corporate Receptionist - Law Firm
Posted 19 days ago
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Job and Company Overview: On behalf of a prestigious international law firm, we are seeking a well-presented and highly organised Receptionist / Office Administrator to join the thriving Dubai office. This is a front-facing role ideal for a polished and dependable professional who thrives in a dynamic, client-focused environment. The position is key to ensuring the day-to-day operational excellence of the office, from welcoming guests to providing administrative and logistical support across departments. This is a permanent opportunity with a working schedule of Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM. Key Responsibilities: • Act as the first point of contact for clients, visitors, and staff, creating a welcoming and professional atmosphere. • Oversee visitor check-in procedures while maintaining discretion and confidentiality. • Maintain a clean, organised, and professional reception area. • Coordinate the booking of meeting rooms for both client-facing and internal meetings. • Ensure boardrooms are fully prepared with necessary equipment, materials, and refreshments. • Support internal events by handling logistics such as registration and guest arrival. • Provide general administrative assistance across teams including digital and physical filing. • Monitor office supplies and liaise with vendors for replenishment as needed.
Requirements
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational abilities. • Effective written and verbal communication skills. • Self-motivated, with the ability to work independntly and manage multiple tasks. • Professional and proactive in approach, with a strong sense of responsibility. • Previous experience in a receptionist or administrative support role is preferred. • Comfortable with basic office equipment and familiar with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.).
About the company
Barratt Galvin is an Australian based business providing recruitment solutions from a global perspective. Drawing on our networks throughout Australia, the Middle East and the UK we are able to utilise our extensive experience recruiting locally within each region as well as facilitating international moves when the need arises. Our experience spans small boutiques right through to mid to top tier and global firms, as well as in-house legal departments and not for profit organisations. We recruit across a broad range of roles including: Lawyer Paralegal Legal Secretary EA/PA HR Administration/Office Support Please note, applicants are advised only to apply to Barratt Galvins job opportunities through the GulfTalent portal. All direct applications will be deleted.
Compliance Analyst (Law Firm)
Posted 4 days ago
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Charterhouse is working with a leading international Law Firm, who is looking to hire a Compliance Analyst to join their highly regarded team based out of the DIFC. The firm have one of the most well established and sophisticated centralised compliance functions within a law firm in the region. The role will be responsible for the implementation, development and enforcement of AML and CTF policies for the GCC offices. The primary focus will fall on the internal systems of the Firm, monitoring and reporting money laundering and terrorist financing to the relevant authorities. The Compliance Analyst will work with both Clients and Fee Earners assisting the request and collection of KYC, CDD, SDD and EDD documentation for clients, in accordance with the relevant AML laws of Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Riyadh, filling all necessary documentation to DFSA, FSRA & MOJ. Additional duties of the role will include thorough due diligence periodically, covering all areas of AML and CTF matters within the Firm. This role will report to the Head of AML and Compliance and requires someone that has strong attention to detail and is able to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines.
Requirements
The ideal candidate must have at least 2 years of proven experience as a Compliance Assistant, ideally at a Law Firm or Service Provider. The successful candidate must have an ability to interpret AML rulebooks and federal AML legislation, with an established business acumen and exceptional attention to detail. To be considered for this role, the ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) in either Law with strong knowledge of AML provisions.
About the company
The Charterhouse brand and business was launched in Dubai and the Middle East in April 2004 by a team of international recruiters and management consultants, after its inception in Sydney, Australia in September 2003. Charterhouse Middle East is now positioned as the leading regional recruiter within its area of disciplines and functional markets. Charterhouse offers professional and bespoke contingency and retained search services to all sectors of the market. Service quality is guaranteed, thanks to a particular focus on flexibility. Charterhouse was the first international search and selection business to establish Dubai as its base. The growth in the Middle East region has been mirrored by Charterhouse globally, with offices now in Qatar, Hong Kong, Singapore, Melbourne and Sydney.
Employment Partner - US Law Firm
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Our client, a well-known US law firm, is looking to hire an Employment Partner to lead and grow its employment practice in Dubai.
This is a unique opportunity for a senior employment lawyer to build a team from the ground up, shape strategy, and play a key role in expanding the firm’s footprint across the Middle East.
About the Role:
- Join a globally respected US law firm with an established presence in the region
- Lead and grow the firm’s employment law offering in the UAE and broader GCC
- Advise major multinational clients on the full spectrum of employment matters
- Opportunity to shape a practice and recruit your own team
- Enjoy full support from the firm’s global platform and regional leadership
About You:
- Currently operating at partner level
- Strong track record in employment law (contentious and/or non-contentious)
- Have a book of business
- Strong client relationships and business development mindset
- UAE experience is preferred, international experience a plus
- Entrepreneurial and motivated to build something new
This is a rare platform opportunity for an ambitious lawyer to create, lead and grow with the backing of a major international firm.
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Charterhouse are working with a reputable Global Law Firm that is looking to expand its IT Services department in their Abu Dhabi office. This is a great opportunity to join a global company that is growing in the Middle East.
The experienced IT Support Analyst will support the firm’s Middle East offices with all IT-related queries. This role will have the opportunity to provide technical assistance and support the end-users within the business.
The IT Support Analyst will be required to respond to users enquires and technical issues through various channels, such as F2F, ticketing solutions (ServiceNow), phone, making sure tickets are logged and updated correctly. Additionally, this role will also assist with troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and any network problems in a timely manner. This IT Support Analyst will also be required to set up meeting rooms for internal and external conferences (AV/VC).
To be considered for this role, the candidate is expected to have prior experience in the legal, professional services, or related field. The ideal candidate will be familiar with Windows 10 & 11, Mac, Office 365, MDM, Exchange, AV setup and Document Management Systems (iManage). Experience using ServiceNow would also be advantageous.
Our client is looking for a proactive IT Support Analyst who has a focus on customer experience. The successful candidate would have previous experience supporting over 20+ direct end users. Excellent communication skills in English and Arabic are essential for this position.
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Employment Partner - US Law Firm
Posted 2 days ago
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Our client, a well-known US law firm, is looking to hire an Employment Partner to lead and grow its employment practice in Dubai.
This is a unique opportunity for a senior employment lawyer to build a team from the ground up, shape strategy, and play a key role in expanding the firm s footprint across the Middle East.
About the Role:
- Join a globally respected US law firm with an established presence in the region
- Lead and grow the firm s employment law offering in the UAE and broader GCC
- Advise major multinational clients on the full spectrum of employment matters
- Opportunity to shape a practice and recruit your own team
- Enjoy full support from the firm s global platform and regional leadership
About You:
- Currently operating at partner level
- Strong track record in employment law (contentious and/or non-contentious)
- Have a book of business
- Strong client relationships and business development mindset
- UAE experience is preferred, international experience a plus
- Entrepreneurial and motivated to build something new
This is a rare platform opportunity for an ambitious lawyer to create, lead and grow with the backing of a major international firm.
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#J-18808-LjbffrEmployment Partner - US Law Firm
Posted 2 days ago
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Job Description
Our client, a well-known US law firm, is looking to hire an Employment Partner to lead and grow its employment practice in Dubai.
This is a unique opportunity for a senior employment lawyer to build a team from the ground up, shape strategy, and play a key role in expanding the firm’s footprint across the Middle East.
About the Role:
- Join a globally respected US law firm with an established presence in the region
- Lead and grow the firm’s employment law offering in the UAE and broader GCC
- Advise major multinational clients on the full spectrum of employment matters
- Opportunity to shape a practice and recruit your own team
- Enjoy full support from the firm’s global platform and regional leadership
About You:
- Currently operating at partner level
- Strong track record in employment law (contentious and/or non-contentious)
- Have a book of business
- Strong client relationships and business development mindset
- UAE experience is preferred, international experience a plus
- Entrepreneurial and motivated to build something new
This is a rare platform opportunity for an ambitious lawyer to create, lead and grow with the backing of a major international firm.
#J-18808-LjbffrTax Lawyer - Leading Law Firm
Posted 26 days ago
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We are seeking a highly skilled Tax Lawyer to join our leading law firm in Dubai. The successful candidate will provide expert tax advice, assist clients with complex tax issues, and ensure compliance with UAE tax regulations. This role requires a detail-oriented and strategic thinker passionate about delivering excellent client service within a dynamic legal environment. Responsibilities: - Provide comprehensive tax advice to individual and corporate clients on UAE and international tax matters. - Draft and review tax-related legal documents, contracts, and agreements. - Conduct research and stay updated on changes in tax legislation and regulations within the UAE and globally. - Assist clients with tax planning, compliance, and dispute resolution. - Represent clients in negotiations and discussions with tax authorities and other regulatory bodies. - Collaborate with other practice areas to offer holistic legal solutions to clients. - Prepare and deliver presentations or training for internal teams and clients about tax-related topics.
Requirements
- Law degree with specialization or significant experience in tax law. - Licensed to practice law in the UAE or relevant jurisdiction. - Minimum of 5 years of experience practicing tax law, preferably within the UAE market. - Strong knowledge of UAE tax laws, VAT regulations, and international tax principles. - Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills. - Effective communication and interpersonal skills to engage clients and work collaboratively with teams. - Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. - Demonstrated commitment to high ethical standards and professional integrity.
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