Legal Officer

Job description / Role

- Responsible for carrying out duties in a legal setting under the guidance of Head of Legal, including giving legal advice, researching information for court cases, and presenting cases in court.
- To assist the Head of Legal in preparing for court cases. Such as conducting legal research and gathering relevant information to the case.
- To gather and analyse information, then prepare a written report that the Head of Legal uses to determine how the case should be handled.
- To collect information and evidence for decision making of management and to assist the Head of Legal in preparing presentations to be presented to the management.
- To draft correspondences and legal briefs for various parties.
- To assist the Head of Legal in preparing and reviewing various legal documents such as contracts, letters, notices, with the Company's clients, suppliers and subcontractors.
- To assist the Head of Legal in preparing and attesting various documentations (such as board resolutions, company registration certificates and trade licenses) for the purpose of establishing and registering subsidiaries and/or branches and/or JVs held by the Company.
- To follow up with subsidiaries and branches of the Company on getting their registration certificates, trade licenses, and directorship in place and up to date.
- When requested by the Head of Legal, to attend meetings, to take notes, to prepare and to communicate the minutes of the relevant meeting to the concerned parties.
- Upon the request of the Head of Legal, to follow up with the head office, subsidiaries and branches of the Company on compliance related issues.
- To handle administrative tasks such as filing papers and documents, maintaining and organizing reference files and records.
- Write periodic reports on developments of the legal department tasks, and meeting KPIs related to job role.

Requirements

- Must possess a Bachelor Degree in Law.
- Must possess at least 3 years of work experience in Law Firms or work experience in a Corporate Legal Department.
- Must possess an Excellent Writing and Communications skills in English and Arabic. French will be a plus.
- Must have an Average Knowledge on Legal Matters and Issues with Legal Background.
- Must have an Excellent Time Management Skills.
- Must have a Multitasking and Organizational skills to be able to oversee, manage and handle various matters and issues of the Company.
- To be prepared to travel to different countries and regions to discuss legal matters and meet with clients.
- Must be mentally and physically fit and have the ability to work long periods. Should be energetic and enthusiastic and willing to work under pressure to meet deadlines

17,000-18,000AED

About the Company

Mackenzie Jones Middle East has decades of recruitment expertise in various industry sectors. Along with a deep understanding of key market sectors and regions, we never forget to treat clients, companies and candidates as individuals who have unique needs.

So we always listen, constantly learn, occasionally challenge and frequently advise. Its all part of a service renowned for its courtesy, consideration and dedication. Based in Dubai since 2006, our office covers the GCC and Levant countries and with the right regional expertise, we are the leading specialists.

Were growing rapidly because people appreciate our honesty, commitment and results.