1 121 Legal Assistants jobs in the United Arab Emirates

The role

The Middle East practice mainly comprises of Financial Markets Corporate Litigation and Real Estate Departments. The role of the Legal Support Secretary (LSS) is to provide a first-class professional support service to the Middle East Partners/Lawyers in the Abu Dhabi office.

The Abu Dhabi Office Managing Partner (OMP) will be part of the successful candidates allocation.

Key responsibilities

The support provided will be as part of a team with shared responsibilities and the LSS will be expected to refocus tasks and priorities periodically as required by the practice area. The LSS reports to the Office Manager whilst predominantly supporting the Abu Dhabi Managing Partner as well as Associates in the wider GF team. The LSS is also expected on a daily basis to create a positive working relationship with the fee earner(s) and the team with whom they work. Below describes the core areas of the support service which an LSS provides.

Core services

• Calendar/Meeting Management - maintain and manage fee earner schedules and act as the key contact point for fee earners both internally and externally.
• Travel organize complex travel bookings in liaison with the local travel agent together with any visa applications and transport bookings.
• Time & Expenses oversee time entries and amendments for fee earners on a timely basis; timely submission of expense reports.
• Liaising with Reception for meeting and video conference set-up.
• Draft emails and letters printing/copying/scanning updates to client contacts in InterAction.
• Submit annual mandatory training summary for Dubai fee earners on CLPD portal.
• Client Support - support client activities and requirements in a proactive manner.
• Team Support - work collaboratively with other LSS team members to provide a responsive and professional support service to fee earners; covering for team members during absences with some occasional Reception cover.
• Onboarding assist with onboarding of new fee earners through scheduling of onboarding sessions with various departments office introductions practice area introduction event explanation of matter lifecycle processes time recording expenses and overview of LSS support.

Practice support services

Clearance Risk and Compliance

• Handle client conflict checks and clearance with the conflicts team based in London.
• Coordinate matter set up in liaison with Partner/fee earner to ensure minimum mandatory information has been provided and liaising with HR regarding client secondment setup.
• Follow-up with Partners/fee earners in respect to compliance around engagement letters and MTM.

Matter Management

• Matter project administration organize client & matter team meetings regular document archiving drives create matter folders upload documents to matter site and create working parties lists.
• Monitor and recommend matters that would benefit from a project management resource or the use of certain Best Delivery tools to matter team.
• Notify Billing Business Development and Best delivery when a Partner instructs a matter to be closed.

Matter Team Support

• Document Management/Production - manage document processing from beginning to end including edits formatting house styles and proofreading liaising with the Document Production Unit in London if required.
• Assist the originals team with the original process (soft & hard copies) when necessary.
• Liaise with the print room staff regarding printing of bibles and bundles together with any other bulk printing requests.
• Liaise with clients on behalf of the matter team when necessary.
• Attend practice area meetings or client calls taking notes and providing other administrative support.

Business Development

• Utilize PowerPoint skills to assist Business Development and Partners with creating and amending pitches.
• Coordinate updates to fee earner master CVs as per information received in Deal Updates.
• Monitor Live Pitch emails from Business Development and update all teams should there be any missing pitches/offers.
• Notify Business Development Finance and Best Delivery of pitches that are won or lost if Business Development are not aware through their updates.

Finance

• Update and maintain all system information for fee earners clients including working with the local billing team to generate monthly bills running matter financial reports amending billing narratives and invoice mark-ups.
• Add phases tasks rates and debtors to matter financial information.

Key working relationships

Along with all Secretarial Services staff a key attribute of the LSSs success will be dependent on the positive and collaborative working relationships which they build with colleagues in the Practice Area. The key working relationships for the LSS will be:

• Fee earners to whom they provide first-line support and cover support
• Fee earners clients
• Office Manager
• Local Finance Business Development Best Delivery and IT teams
• Local Offices Services team including other LSS and Reception
• London Document Production Unit

Qualifications :

Your experience

• Minimum typing speed of 60 wpm
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word Excel and Powerpoint
• Previous work experience in a professional services environment
• A-Level standard or equivalent
• Excellent Communication skills
• Self-Management and Organisation
• Problem solving judgment and decision making
• Working with others as a part of a team and on your own initiative
• Client focus
• Networking and organisational awareness

Please note this role is based in Abu Dhabi full-time.

Additional Information :

Equal Opportunities

At Clifford Chance we understand that our true asset is our people. Inclusion is good for our team and their families our firm and society.

We are committed to treating all employees and applicants fairly and equally regardless of their gender gender identity and expression marital or civil partnership status race colour national or ethnic origin social or economic background disability religious belief sexual orientation or age. This applies to recruitment and selection terms and conditions of employment including pay promotion training transfer and every other aspect of employment.

Our goal is to deliver an equality of opportunity an equality of aspiration and an equality of experience to everyone who works in our firm. Find out morehere.

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We are looking to hire a
Legal & Regulatory Support Specialist
who will be responsible for supporting legal matters, drafting correspondence, and ensuring compliance with Court requirements for our client based in
Dubai
– which is one of the most prestigious organizations in the region.

This position is a contract role with an initial duration of
6 months.

The role sits within the
Legal & Regulatory Department
and reports directly to the
Line Manager – Legal & Regulatory
.

We are looking for a passionate
Legal & Regulatory Support Specialist
who thrives in handling Court-related matters, preparing official correspondence, and liaising with government entities to ensure accurate and timely execution of legal requirements.

Key responsibilities:

• Handle all legal matters received from Dubai Courts to ensure timely and complete responses (e.g., drafting Court letters, preparing documentation), and liaise with government entities when required to enhance communication channels.
• Prepare official legal correspondence and communications to government entities on matters affecting the organization and its jurisdiction.
• Ensure responses to Court inquiries, requests for information, and necessary actions are completed by other departments in coordination with the Line Manager.
• Prepare and submit all responses to requests for information, and liaise internally for proper implementation of Court orders as directed by the Line Manager.
• Assist in the implementation and execution of Court orders and ensure follow-up actions are conducted within given timeframes.
• Carry out activities related to Court orders, collecting and providing all necessary information and documents requested by the Court in collaboration with other departments.
• Coordinate, attend, and follow up with Courts, police, and public prosecution offices for any legal matters related to companies registered under the organization.

Knowledge, skills & experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Law or related field (Master's Degree preferred).
• 3–5 years in legal support, litigation coordination, or regulatory affairs, ideally within government or large organizations in UAE.
• Dubai Court processes and procedures.
• Legal drafting and official correspondence.
• UAE regulatory environment and legal compliance.
• Strong legal research and drafting skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage time-sensitive legal matters.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications and legal document management.

Availability:

Preference will be given to candidates available immediately after accepting the offer.

We are looking for a candidate who will be able to work in the United Arab Emirates. Please apply with your resume and remember to provide us with your contact details.

We will review your job application within 7 working days. Should your profile fit the requirements of the role, a consultant from Edari will be in touch with you to get a deeper understanding of your profile, discuss the role in more detail, and outline potential next steps.

This role provides valuable support to our legal team by assisting with various administrative tasks, research, and document preparation.

We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Legal Support Specialist. In this position, you will be responsible for:

• Preparing and organizing documents, including contracts and legal paperwork
• Conducting research on laws, regulations, and court procedures
• Assisting with data collection and project management
• Liaising with external stakeholders, including lawyers and public relations officers

You will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment and contribute to the success of our legal department. If you are a motivated and team-oriented individual with excellent communication skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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• Manage diaries, appointments, and meetings for the legal team.
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• Handle communications, ensuring timely responses.
• Maintain client files and case management systems.
• Organise travel arrangements.
• Assist with billing and expense processes.
• Provide general administrative support.
• Ensure confidentiality and professionalism.

• Proven experience in a similar role.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.
• Excellent communication abilities.
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• Provide accurate legal insights to support internal teams and decision-making processes.
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• Minimum 3 years of UAE experience as a paralegal or legal assistant in a reputable law firm, real estate company, or corporate legal department.
• Proven track record in real estate and commercial transactions.
• Bachelor's degree required; legal qualification (LLB or equivalent) advantageous but not mandatory.
• Experience as a Company Secretary in a publicly listed company or equivalent corporate governance experience preferred.
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• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and legal research databases.
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• Skilled in drafting, document management, time management, and negotiations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong collaborative approach with ability to work independently when required.
• Fluency in English is essential; Arabic proficiency preferred but not required.

Job Summary

This role involves providing administrative support to the legal department in a fast-paced environment.

• Support the preparation and negotiation of capital markets documentation, including Master Agreements and derivative transactions;

• Assist the legal team in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating legal documents for local operations and activities;

• Conduct research on laws, regulations, rules, and case law affecting the organization locally;

• Maintain relevant legal databases up-to-date;

• Perform paralegal tasks and other duties related to the legal department's activities;

To be eligible for this role, candidates should have a postgraduate degree and be less than 28 years old.

We are a leading financial institution seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team.

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• Fluency in English

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