DTC - Litigation Manager

About This Role

Job Description This role is responsible for providing expert legal guidance and support to ensure DTC’s operations comply with all applicable laws and regulations. This role involves managing complex legal matters, including contracts, litigations, advising on regulatory and compliance issues, while proactively identifying and mitigating legal risks. This role works closely with various sections to facilitate business operations, implements the company’s legal strategy, and navigates the complex legal landscape, thereby enabling DTC to achieve its strategic objectives while minimizing legal exposure.

Qualifications Key Accountabilities:

• Strategically manage high-stakes legal matters, including complex contracts, litigations, and regulatory compliance.
• Proactively identify and mitigate legal risks to protect DTC’s interests and reputation.
• Provide legal support for mergers, acquisitions, business ventures, and other strategic transactions.
• Assist in implementing the Legal Section’s strategy under the direct leadership of the Legal Counsel.
• Provide expert legal advice to the Legal Counsel on various business issues.
• Review contracts and other legal documents with the goal of protecting DTC.
• Mentor and supervise junior legal staff, fostering professional development and ensuring high-quality legal services.
• Support the Legal Counsel in reviewing internal policies and procedures to ensure legal and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor and interpret relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards to ensure compliance.
• Review legal documents and various types of agreements such as tender documents, to ensure their accuracy and compliance with applicable laws.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to facilitate business transactions and initiatives, ensuring legal considerations are integrated into all operations.
• Assist in negotiations related to claims and disputes.
• Advise on corporate governance matters, including board and committee activities, and ensure compliance with corporate governance standards.

Job Requirements: Experience :

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in corporate law, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in a senior legal role.
• Extensive experience in managing complex legal matters, including contracts, litigation, and regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a team of legal professionals.
• Excellent knowledge of corporate law and industry-specific regulations.
• Fluent in both written and spoken English. Professional working proficiency in Arabic will be a plus
• Experience in the United Arab Emirates or the Gulf countries is a plus.

Academic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in law is required.
• Master’s Degree in Law or other advanced legal degrees is a plus.
• Licensed to practice law in the UAE or qualified by a relevant Lawyers Society.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP), Certified Legal Advisor (CLA), or equivalent are a plus.

About Dubai Taxi Company: DTC was recognised as a public joint stock company under Law No. (21) of 2023. The Company is a leading provider of comprehensive mobility solutions in Dubai, operating a fleet of more than 10,000 vehicles, including more than 6,200 taxis. DTC was established in 1994 to operate a fleet of taxis and has since expanded to offer an extensive range of integrated mobility solutions across four key business lines: taxis, VIP limousines, buses and last mile delivery bike services. DTC is the number one taxi operator by fleet size in Dubai with approximately 45% market share. In 2024, the Company's taxis and limousines completed 49 million trips.

Advertiser Dubai Government

Required Nationality All Nationalities (Priority for UAE National)

Monthly Salary 30001-40000

Schedule-Time Full time

Job Posting 28/04/2026

Unposting Date 13/06/2026