Legal Advisor
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Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Legal Advisor role based at Plekhanov University Dubai. The Legal Advisor will provide timely, practical legal advice to university leadership, academic departments, and administrative units on a wide range of institutional matters.
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Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site Legal Advisor role based at Plekhanov University Dubai.
The Legal Advisor will provide timely, practical legal advice to university leadership, academic departments, and administrative units on a wide range of institutional matters.
Responsibilities
include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, policies, and other legal documents to ensure compliance with applicable UAE laws and relevant international regulations.
The role involves managing and assessing legal risks, advising on labor and employment matters, student-related issues, and regulatory requirements affecting higher education.
The Legal Advisor will liaise with external counsel when necessary, support internal investigations, contribute to policy development and governance frameworks, and prepare clear written opinions, reports, and guidance for diverse stakeholders across the university.
Qualifications
- Strong foundation in Law with demonstrated experience addressing complex Legal Issues in an academic, corporate, or public-sector environment.
- Proficiency in Legal Document Preparation, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, policies, and formal agreements.
- Proven ability to provide practical, solution-oriented Legal Advice to leadership and operational teams.
- Experience with Labor and Employment Law, preferably within the UAE or GCC region, including contracts, grievances, and workplace policies.
- Recognized law degree (LLB or equivalent); admission to practice law in a relevant jurisdiction is preferred.
- Knowledge of UAE legal and regulatory frameworks, especially those affecting higher education and public or private institutions.
- Excellent analytical, research, and legal writing skills, with attention to detail and the ability to explain complex issues in clear language.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
- High ethical standards, sound judgment, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- Fluency in English is required; proficiency in Arabic or Russian is an advantage.
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