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Overview

InZone Corporate Services Provider | Full time

Legal Administrative Assistant — Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 09/12/2025

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the legal team, including drafting, formatting, and proofreading legal documents (e.g., contracts, Wills, Power of Attorney, resolutions, and correspondence).
• Manage filing systems, both digital and physical, ensuring easy access to legal records and compliance with company standards.
• Schedule meetings, hearings, and appointments while coordinating with clients, courts, and external parties.
• Assist in preparing documents for notarization, attestation, or legalization with relevant authorities.
• Conduct basic legal research and gather necessary information to support case preparation or client requests.
• Handle incoming calls, emails, and correspondence, ensuring timely responses and professional communication.
• Track deadlines, maintain calendars, and monitor case progress to ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external vendors/service providers to ensure smooth workflow.
• Maintain confidentiality and safeguard sensitive legal and client information.

• Bachelor’s degree in any related field; MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in a legal administrative or legal assistant role.
• Previous experience in a law firm, corporate legal department, or professional services environment is preferred.

• Strong knowledge of legal documentation, processes, and office administration.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and legal documentation software/tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Professional and discreet with sensitive information.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a client-focused approach.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Proven experience as Administrative Assistant.
• Solid understanding of documentation and administrative processes.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality.
• Strong multitasking and time management abilities.

Manager, Legal (Projects and Construction)

A leading real estate development company in Abu Dhabi is seeking to appoint a Manager – Legal (Projects and Construction) to support its growing operations.

The selected candidate will work closely with the General Counsel to manage legal matters related to high-value construction, development, and infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide legal advice and support across departments in coordination with the General Counsel.

2. Draft and review a wide range of legal documents, including consultancy, contractor, vendor, lease, procurement, licensing, service, and confidentiality agreements.

3. Lead and manage the contract lifecycle process, including negotiation, review, and execution.

4. Coordinate with external legal counsel on litigation, regulatory, and corporate legal matters.

5. Handle pre-litigation and litigation support, including drafting legal strategy and documentation.

6. Conduct legal risk assessments and develop mitigation plans.

7. Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations affecting real estate and construction operations.

8. Support internal corporate governance, policy review, and legal training where needed.

9. Provide mentoring and guidance to junior legal team members.

Requirements:

- Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized university.

- Bar membership is required.

- 5–8 years’ post-qualification experience, ideally gained in the UAE or GCC.

- Experience in an international law firm, real estate or construction company, preferably within a developer or large project environment.

- Strong drafting and analytical skills with a commercial mindset.

- Excellent command of English; Arabic is an advantage.

- Strong understanding of UAE laws related to construction, commercial contracts, and real estate.

WizzFinancial Group is seeking a skilled Junior Legal Counsel to join its dynamic legal team based in Dubai . Reporting to the Head of Legal , CEO, and Directors, this role offers a unique opportunity for a motivated junior lawyer to gain substantial in-house experience within the FinTech industry .

This position is well-suited for candidates who are detail-oriented, commercially aware, and proactive in delivering legal support across multiple business operations.

• Draft, review, and revise commercial contracts, including NDAs, service agreements, and vendor contracts

• Ensure compliance with applicable UAE laws , as well as DIFC/ADGM regulations and broader financial frameworks

• Conduct legal research on contractual, regulatory, and corporate issues across different jurisdictions

• Maintain and organize legal documentation, corporate records, and compliance-related files

• Liaise with external counsel on litigation matters , regulatory submissions, and special legal initiatives

• Track legal and regulatory updates relevant to the group’s operations

• Assist internal teams with legal inquiries and provide day-to-day support under the guidance of senior legal counsel

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B); LL.M or Master’s in Law is advantageous

• 1–3 years of relevant legal experience, preferably within commercial law or the financial services sector (either in a law firm or corporate legal team)

• Familiarity with UAE legal systems and FinTech regulations is highly preferred

• Strong skills in legal drafting and research

• Excellent attention to detail and multitasking abilities

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

• Fluency in English is essential; proficiency in Arabic is a plus

• Career growth opportunities within a leading regional FinTech group

• Exposure to diverse legal functions across financial technology domains

• A collaborative and inclusive working environment

• Competitive compensation package and professional development support

We are seeking a skilled Legal Associate to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of legal principles and be adept at handling a variety of legal matters. This role offers an opportunity to work closely with senior attorneys and gain valuable experience in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide legal counsel on corporate and litigation matters
2. Draft and review contracts, agreements, and legal documents
3. Represent clients in court proceedings
4. Collaborate with senior partners on complex legal cases

Skills:

1. Strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and negotiation abilities

Qualifications:

1. Juris Doctor (JD) degree or equivalent legal qualification.
2. years of experience as a Legal Associate or in a similar legal role.
3. Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
4. Proficiency in legal research tools and case management software.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
6. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
7. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

We are looking for a mid level (3-5 PQE) shipping lawyer to handle a varied workload of shipping, logistics, shipping finance, charterparty, commercial contracts etc. This is a temp 1-3 month role.

• Provide legal support across shipping, logistics, shipping finance, charterparties and related commercial contracts.

• 3-5 years’ post-qualification experience in shipping law (mid level).

Note: This description reflects the role responsibilities and qualifications described by the employer. It excludes application-system boilerplate and unrelated notices.

Our client is a multi-billion dollar FinTech organisation who have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Legal to join the team.

About The Company:

Our client is a multi-billion-dollar FinTech organisation who cover a range of sectors including payments and cryptocurrency. With over 200 employees and offices across the globe, they are looking to continue the rapid growth they’ve been on over the past few years. As such they are looking to add to their legal team at a senior level.

Head of Legal – The Role:

The role will report directly to the organisation’s CEO, investors and senior stakeholders. It will be a broad role, overseeing all functions within the legal team including but not limited to commercial law, employment law, risk, compliance, trade and regulations. It will manage a small team and be responsible for their progression.

Head of Legal – Key Responsibilities :

– Draft, review and negotiate all contracts relating to the business, including commercial, vendor, supplier, employment and trade

– Take the lead on all licensing applications

– Ensure the business is operating to regulatory standards

– Research and anticipate any legal issues which may impact the business

Head of Legal – You:

– UK Qualified Lawyer with a minimum of 10 years PQE

– Experience of working in-house for a FinTech organisation

– Worked across multiple jurisdictions

– Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate messages to senior stakeholders

Head of Legal – Benefits:

– Plenty of opportunities for progression within the UK and overseas

– Regular travel to their office in the UAE

– Ability to shape the existing legal function and make a lasting impact on the organisation

To submit your CV for this exciting Head of Legal opportunity, please click Apply for this Role.

N.B. Due to high levels of interest, we are unable to respond to every individual applicant.

LOD (Lawyers On Demand) is the market-leading hub for flexible services. We pair talented consultants with clients looking for an alternative resource providing high-quality work across a broad range of industries.

Over the past decade, we’ve transformed the way in which lawyers, consultants and legal teams work. Today, we’re one of the largest and fastest growing flexible services businesses, continuing to lead the market we created and completing hundreds of assignments with the world’s leading businesses.

Our full time and part time assignments typically include working within our clients’ organisations on secondment. As a result of increased demand from several of our clients, we are currently looking to strengthen our team via the engagement of lawyers and consultants.

We are working on a number of high calibre assignments and are keen to hear from legally trained individuals with the following attributes:

1. 5+ years PQE, with relevant experience gained from top tier international law firms (prior in-house / secondment experience would be an advantage), specialising in Corporate & Commercial
2. Fluent in spoken and written Arabic would be a plus
3. Resident in the UAE (GCC/Golden/Spousal/Freelancer visa holders), and available to start assignments at short notice.

You will have a hands-on, can-do approach, be able to use your initiative and not be afraid to roll up your sleeves. You will need to be prepared to manage relationships, be adaptable and have the ability to provide commercial solutions across a broad range of environments. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to do high quality work with leading global corporations, whilst receiving continuous support to help you build your career. You'll be part of a team of highly regarded lawyers and consultants and an established global network of support staff.

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