966 Legal Experts jobs in the United Arab Emirates

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

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.

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Legal Counsel to join our team at Asico real estate LLC, a leading property management company. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in real estate law, lease agreements, and property dispute resolution. You will be responsible for ensuring legal compliance across all aspects of our property portfolio and providing strategic legal guidance on our operations and transactions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate leases, tenancy agreements, and other real estate-related contracts.
• Advise on property acquisitions, sales, development, and management operations.
• Handle legal issues related to landlord-tenant disputes, evictions, and non-payment matters.
• Ensure compliance with applicable real estate, housing, zoning, and municipal laws.
• Liaise with external legal counsel when needed and manage legal proceedings and litigation.
• Support internal departments with legal interpretations and implications of ongoing operations.
• Monitor regulatory changes and advise management on legal risks and mitigation strategies.
• Maintain legal records and ensure proper documentation of all agreements and legal activities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB); a Master's degree or specialization in Real Estate Law is a plus.
• Must be licensed to practice law in (Insert Jurisdiction/State).
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a legal role, preferably in property management, real estate law, or a related sector.
• Strong knowledge of property laws, lease regulations, and municipal compliance.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

• Employment visa & Medical Insurance
• Competitive salary
• Career Growth & Development

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.

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.
• 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.

J-18808-Ljbffr

Dubizzle Group is a multinational operation built on people that are plugged in, hungry for innovation, and live outside the box. We own and operate 5 bespoke leading brands in emerging markets, across 10 countries globally.

At Dubizzle Group, we constantly aim to disrupt traditional processes by introducing solutions that make property and classifieds search faster, easier, and simpler. Our competitive advantage comes from the tremendous value we add to the businesses that work with us, and the significant ease we provide to end users. We aim to use digital tools to conquer emerging markets, one portal at a time!

As a Legal Counsel, you will work closely with our General Counsel to handle all complex legal matters and projects, as part of the Legal team across EMPG. You will ensure the legality of commercial transactions and advise our company on legal rights and duties. You will be responsible to draft, review, negotiate and follow up on a variety of contracts under the direction of the General Counsel. Your role will be to support EMPG Group’s global legal functions, with primary responsibilities linked to EMPG’s UAE businesses.

In this role, you will:

1. Handle all corporate legal processes (e.g., intellectual property, mergers & acquisitions, compliance, transactions, lawsuits, patents).
2. Develop company policies and legal positions.
3. Research and mitigate legal risks.
4. Guide managers to ensure compliance with rules and regulations.
5. Draft, review, and structure legal documents and reports.
6. Represent the company in legal proceedings.
7. Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and deal terms.
8. Coordinate with internal departments on legal and contract requirements.
9. Conduct training on contract processes.
10. Liaise with government authorities regarding contracts.
11. Organize and maintain legal documentation.
12. Provide administrative support to the Legal team.

Minimum requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Law or equivalent from a recognized commonwealth country; training at an international law firm preferred.
2. 5 to 8 years of relevant legal experience, including experience as a TMT lawyer.
3. Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
4. Strong background in corporate law, including contract, tax, securities, and intellectual property law.
5. Excellent communication skills, bilingual in Arabic and English preferred.
6. Ability to multitask, organize, and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
7. Strong legal drafting skills and ability to handle complex legal issues.
8. Flexible to work across different legal practice areas.

We offer:

• A dynamic, high-performing team environment.
• A multicultural workplace with over 60 nationalities.
• Competitive tax-free salary and benefits including health insurance, annual air ticket allowance, employee discounts, rewards, and learning opportunities.

Skills