Legal Assistant Lawyer

Job Summar

sLegal Advisory & Complianc

• eProvide legal advice and guidance on real estate, construction, corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters
• .Ensure compliance with UAE federal laws, local regulations, and industry-specific requirements
• .Monitor changes in legislation and advise management on legal implications affecting the business
• .Manage legal risk assessments and recommend practical solutions to mitigate exposure
• .Contract Managemen
• tDraft, review, negotiate, and finalise a wide range of legal documents, including
• :Construction Contract
• sFIDIC Contract
• sConsultancy Agreement
• sJoint Venture Agreement
• sSale and Purchase Agreements (SPA
• )Lease Agreement
• sMemorandums of Understanding (MOU
• )Memorandums of Association (MOA
• )Articles of Association (AOA
• )Service Agreements and Commercial Contract
• sEnsure all contracts adequately protect the company's legal and commercial interests
• .Monitor contract obligations, expiration dates, renewals, and compliance requirements

.Real Estate & Construction Matter

• sProvide legal support for real estate acquisitions, developments, sales, leasing, and property management activities
• .Review project-related agreements and construction documentation
• .Advise on contractual disputes, delay claims, variations, extensions of time, and project-related legal issues
• .Coordinate with project teams, consultants, contractors, and external legal counsel when required

.Dispute Resolution & Litigatio

• nManage legal disputes, claims, arbitration proceedings, and litigation matters
• .Liaise with external law firms, legal consultants, courts, and government authorities
• .Prepare legal notices, responses, settlement agreements, and supporting documentation
• .Track court hearings, legal proceedings, and case developments
• .Corporate Legal Affair
• sSupport company incorporation, restructuring, licensing, governance, and corporate compliance matters
• .Prepare board resolutions, shareholder resolutions, and corporate documentation
• .Maintain legal records and ensure confidentiality of all corporate matters
• .Documentation & Reportin
• gMaintain accurate legal records, contract databases, and filing systems
• .Prepare legal reports and updates for senior management
• .Attend meetings, provide legal input, and record key decisions where required
• .Requirement
• sBachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Law (LLB/LLM) from a recognised university
• .Minimum 8–12 years of legal experience, preferably within the UAE
• .Strong experience in real estate development, construction, and corporate legal matters
• .Extensive knowledge of UAE Real Estate Law, Construction Law, Commercial Law, Labour Law, and Civil Law
• .

Experience

• in handling FIDIC-based contracts and construction claims
• .Fluency in English is mandatory; Arabic is highly preferred
• .Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and legal advisory skills
• .Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities
• .Ability to manage multiple legal matters and deadlines effectively
• .UAE legal practice qualification or equivalent professional certification is an advantage
• .