Legal Assistant

RAK Properties

UAE

Ref: QP868-40

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Reporting to: Legal Advisor & Board Secretary

Job Objective:
To assist the legal advisor in giving appropriate advice to management in order to minimize legal risks.

Key Responsibilities:
• Assist the Legal Advisor on different issues related with legal department.
• Review rentals, sales contracts and providing legal advice in day to day business in this regard.
• Assist legal advisor in solving the complicated legal matters by researching and reviewing all the legal aspects of the cases.
• Respond to emergency matters of day to day business from the sales team, POA reviews and confirmation and attestation in the absence of the Legal Adviser.
• Manage the database of all major contracts signed by RAK Properties and ensure its protection and integrity at all times.
• Keep abreast of all legislation that can affect RAK Properties business and comply accordingly.
• Liaise with external lawyers to resolve to follow up on cheque return cases, police and court actions.

Requirements

• Bachelors’ degree in Law or related discipline.
• Minimum of 2-4 years relevant experience out of which at least 1-2 years UAE experience is a MUST. Only candidates
currently working or available in UAE will be considered for this position.
• Arabic language (written and verbal) – Mandatory.

Skill Sets Required:
• Knowledge of local and international legislations.
• Knowledge of legal best practice.
• Results Focused.
• Teamwork.
• Integrity.
• Communication Skills.
• Planning & Organizing.

About the Company

RAK Properties is one of the leading property development and tourism infrastructure firms in the UAE.

With proven excellence in a wide range of projects including mixed-use community developments, strategically placed retail shops, health spas and hotels, RAK Properties Public Joint Stock Company (PJSC) plays a central role in shaping the lifestyle of residents of the United Arab Emirates.

Founded in 2005 from the vision of His Highness Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, RAK Properties delivers high-quality and professionally managed projects that provides its customers with the highest level of service, while maximizing the value of their investments.

RAK Properties has sound capital of AED 2 Billion. The Initial Public Offering (IPO) of RAK Properties in early 2005 was over subscribed by almost 57 times. In its mission to lead the development of real estate and tourism infrastructure in Ras Al Khaimah. RAK Properties aims to attract foreign investors of repute to launch state of the art projects, including luxurious hotels, resorts and malls. In doing so, RAK Properties serves as a catalyst for a dynamic property market in both Ras Al Khaimah and the wider United Arab Emirates.

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Legal Assistant salaries in UAE

Average monthly compensation
AED 9,000

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