306 Lawyers jobs in the United Arab Emirates

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We are seeking seasoned attorneys with a minimum of 7 years' experience in top-tier law firms, specializing in funds, asset management, and financial services.

A prestigious financial institution in Abu Dhabi is offering a 3-month contract, providing expertise on investment fund structuring and operation, including private equity, real estate, and hedge funds.

The role requires liaison with internal stakeholders, external legal counsel, and regulatory authorities to ensure compliance with UAE Central Bank and Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) requirements.

Career Requirements:

• A minimum of seven years' post-qualification experience at a law firm ranked as top tier for Funds work;
• Ideal recent in-house legal experience within a financial institution;
• Preferably experience in the Middle East and fluency in Arabic;
• A consultant mindset, characterized by a highly professional, flexible, and adaptable outlook and approach;
• A practising certificate (or equivalent) entitling them to practise as a lawyer in the region.

Benefits:

• Unparalleled opportunities with access to A&O Shearman's training, development, and networking events;
• Exclusive connections to leading businesses and progressive roles;
• Flexibility between personal and professional life, allowing time for passions, family, or travel;
• Diverse paths for growth and experience, ensuring a fulfilling career.

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This is an opportunity to join a leading bank in the UAE and contribute to its transformation journey.

• Provide legal advice and support to the business while keeping in mind the strategic and business objectives.
• Facilitate compliance with international and domestic laws, rules, and regulations.
• Establish, disseminate, and implement legal policies.
• Complete legal tasks and projects in a timely manner.

Supervise and manage litigation or disputes between the business and customers.

• Represent the company before notary public, court experts, courts, and police.
• Report relevant litigation matters to senior management and stakeholders.

Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and other legal documents.

• Maximise legal protections whilst minimising legal risks.
• Produce and regularly update standardised legal agreements and contracts.

Stay abreast of new laws and regulations through continuous education and training.

• Provide updates on new legislation and regulatory developments.

Work closely with other members of the legal function and share knowledge and best practices.

• Develop a positive professional relationship with colleagues.

Liaise with external law firms and authorities to resolve legal matters.

• Ensure effective resolution of all legal matters affecting the company.

Function as a subject matter expert and provide input on learning and development initiatives.

• Contribute to training content and ensure value addition and relevance.

Ensure that all requisite reports are prepared in a timely and accurate manner.

• Meet the company's requirements, policies, and standards.

Define goals and key performance indicators for direct reports.

• Implement the company's performance management process.

Assist in developing and rolling out new payments products and services.

• Work with stakeholders on digitisation initiatives.

Expert Legal Consultant Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled Legal Consultant to join our Dubai-based law firm.

This is a full-time on-site role that involves collaborating with various departments to ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and advise on legal matters.

• Provide expert advice on U.A.E. legal frameworks, including corporate, commercial, and labor law.
• Communicate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive business results and ensure regulatory compliance.

• 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.

• Professional development opportunities to empower team members to grow and excel in their careers.
• A competitive compensation package that reflects our commitment to attracting and retaining top talent.
• A collaborative and inclusive work culture where individual contributions are valued and career growth is supported.

• Entry-level

• Full-time

• Legal
• Industries: Law Practice

Our company is seeking a talented Legal Counsel to join its international Legal Team in Dubai. As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for providing clear and practical legal advice to internal business teams, advising on and drafting client and vendor agreements, and managing contract templates.

• Responsibilities:
• Provide expert legal guidance to support the company's commercial objectives
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and vendors
• Stay up-to-date with changes in legislation and regulations affecting the company


Qualifications:

• University-level qualification in Law (or equivalent)
• Proven experience in a law firm or as in-house legal counsel
• Highly proficient in English and Arabic (speaking and writing)
• Strong knowledge of general contract law and data privacy legislation


About the Team:

The company's Legal Team supports the organization globally, protecting its business, products, intellectual property, and reputation. The team focuses on developing excellence and agility to minimize risk and drive business forward.

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Legal Counsel / Legal Advisor to lead and manage the legal operations of the company. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with international and local laws, manage corporate structuring and investment agreements, oversee commercial contracts, and handle risk management and dispute resolution across UAE, KSA, RSA, and USA markets.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Legal Compliance

Ensure adherence to local and international laws concerning transportation, labour, and safety.

Monitor legislative changes and advise management on legal implications.

2. Corporate & Investment Legal Support

Support company formation, governance, and structuring, including holding entities and subsidiaries.

Draft and review shareholder agreements, MOUs, and investment documents.

Assist in mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures.

Ensure compliance with UAE, KSA, RSA, and USA corporate laws.

3. Contract Management & Commercial Law

Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts to protect the company’s interests.

Oversee contract lifecycle, milestones, renewals, and compliance.

Manage IP-related matters including trademarks and licensing agreements.

4. Regulatory & Compliance

Develop and implement internal policies and regulatory frameworks.

Liaise with external regulatory authorities and support audits.

5. Risk Management & Dispute Resolution

Identify legal risks and suggest preventive strategies.

Provide support in dispute resolution, litigation, and arbitration.

6. Representation & Advocacy

Represent the company in negotiations, industry forums, legal proceedings, and mediation.

Advocate effectively for the company’s legal interests.

7. Legal Advisory

Advise senior management on legal matters affecting business operations.

Interpret laws to ensure company decisions are legally sound.

8. External Counsel Management

Liaise with external lawyers and advisors.

Monitor performance and manage legal service costs.

9. Policy Development

Develop, update, and implement internal policies in alignment with legal standards.

Ensure ongoing compliance through regular policy reviews.

10. Documentation & Record Keeping

Maintain accurate and accessible legal records, contracts, and compliance files.

Ensure documentation is audit-ready and securely stored.

11. QHSE Compliance

Follow all QHSE-IMS procedures to uphold legal, health, safety, and environmental standards.

Ensure legal activities align with company environmental protection policies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law (LLB or LLM)

Minimum 5–7 years of legal experience in corporate / commercial law (multi-jurisdictional preferred)

Strong knowledge of UAE, KSA, RSA, and USA corporate laws and business regulations

Experience in corporate structuring, contract negotiation, and litigation

Excellent legal drafting and advisory skills

Strong interpersonal and negotiation abilities

Fluency in English (Arabic is a plus)

Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and work under pressure

We are seeking a skilled Paralegal to support our Middle East legal counsel division based in Dubai. The successful candidate will work closely with Senior Counsels and the Regional Chief Counsel on all business matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft review and organize legal documents including NDAs MOUs consultancy agreements subcontracts and service agreements.
• Support the legal team in managing project-related contracts and ensuring compliance with local laws and international standards (e.g. FIDIC).
• Conduct legal research on regional laws regulations and industry standards.
• Assist in dispute resolution processes including arbitration and litigation support.
• Maintain and update legal databases contract registers and document management systems.
• Coordinate with external legal counsel and regulatory bodies as required.
• Monitor changes in legislation and advise internal stakeholders on potential impacts.
• Support corporate governance tasks such as board resolutions company secretarial duties and licensing renewals.
• 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.
• Support the preparation of internal project approvals and assist in managing claims and disputes.
• Collaborate with commercial and project teams to protect business interests and strategic objectives.

Requirements :

• Bachelors Degree of Law required from an accredited University.
• 2 years experience in the legal field ideally within construction or real estate
• Only UAE Nationals with a family book will be considered for this role.

Benefits :

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 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 .

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 youll 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 youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and community where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Synopsis

Take pride in representing the UAE on the world stage — join Etihad’s legal team and go beyond borders. As a Legal Advisor you will support to the senior members of the litigation department and advise Etihad Airways Group, its businesses, departments and functions, ensuring proper counsel on matters which are of low to medium complexity or risk, requiring legal judgment and experience globally.

Accountabilities

• Undertake legal analysis and research related to topics of generally medium to high complexity and/or risk to support department/function/business in the management of standard legal practice areas

• Review documents and analysis drafted by paralegals or contract administrators to ensure that it is accurate and consistently applies policies, procedures, standard operating practices and that legal risk mitigation and compliance with law and regulation is appropriately dealt with.

• Provide full suite of legal services and documents to the assigned department/function/business to ensure that Etihad'sbest interests are served and the legal risk and compliance is appropriately dealt with.

• Review standard documents drafted by the assigned function/department to ensure compliance with internal procedures and external regulations.

• Assist senior team members in the management of complex legal issues to ensure they are managed in a timely and proper manner.

• Assist senior team members in developing recommendations and point of view documents regarding specific areas of expertise to provide insight for an effective decision making.

• Report to senior management in relation to potential legal risks to ensure effective decision making to reduce legal risk exposure and secure best possible results for Etihad.

• Assist senior team members in proposing mitigation options to ensure the appropriate management of legal risk.

• Assist in providing input on key decisions and actions being undertaken in the area of legal management to ensure Etihad'sbest interests are served.

• Refer work of higher complexity or risk to supervisor in order to maintain accurate and consistent application of policies, procedures, standard operating practices and validation that legal risk mitigation and compliance with law and regulation are appropriately dealt with.

• Supervise the activities and work of junior team members to ensure assigned work is accurate and consistently applies policies, procedures, standard operating practices and that legal risk mitigation and compliance with law and regulation is appropriately dealt with.

• Take decisions related to the day-to-day running of own practice (Operational decision-maker)

Education & Experience

• Law Degree or Paralegal certification

• Minimum of 5years of work within relevant field.

• Experience in a reputable law firm or in-house legal department.

• Be fluent in spoken and written English, Arabic is an advantage;

About Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, was formed in 2003 and quickly went on to become one of the world’s leading airlines. From its home in Abu Dhabi, Etihad flies to passenger and cargo destinations in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia and North America. Together with Etihad’s codeshare partners, Etihad’s network offers access to hundreds of international destinations. In recent years, Etihad has received numerous awards for its superior service and products, cargo offering, loyalty programme and more.All this ties into Etihad’s ambitious Journey 2030 strategy. The airline plans to double its fleet size and triple the number of customers over the next six years as it sets out to be the airline everyone wants to fly!

To learn more, visit etihad.com

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Job Summary
The Legal Advisor will play a key role in supporting the legal and regulatory framework of the organization. The position involves providing legal advice on compliance and supervisory matters, assisting in policy and regulatory development, managing legal proceedings, and supporting departmental operations. The ideal candidate will collaborate with internal teams, external counsel, and regulatory bodies to ensure alignment with applicable laws and standards in the virtual assets sector.
Key ResponsibilitiesSkills: legal advice,management,organization,compliance,litigation

• Legal Advisory
• Provide legal advice on client-related activities, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
• Advise on licensing, supervision, and investigation matters.
• Conduct legal research and contribute to the standardization of contracts and legal documents.
• Regulatory Policy Development
• Support the drafting and revision of regulatory policies and frameworks.
• Work with external legal counsel on the development of regulations and rulebooks.
• Coordinate with federal regulators, industry groups, and other stakeholders.
• Case and Litigation Management
• Assist in managing legal proceedings, claims, and litigation involving the organization or VASPs.
• Help allocate legal resources and follow up on active legal cases.
• Departmental Support
• Support the daily operations of the Regulatory Enablement and Enforcement department.
• Assist in performance management, staff development, and interdepartmental coordination.
• Other Duties
• Handle confidential matters with discretion and perform other duties as required.

• Seniority levelAssociate

• Employment typeFull-time

• Job functionLegal
• IndustriesBusiness Consulting and Services

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