Legal Associate

Robert Half

UAE

Ref: HP341-1001

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Robert Half are working with a company based in Dubai to hire a Legal Assosiate.

The Role:
- Our client is seeking a mid-level General Local Lawyer to join a dynamic team within a well-regarded firm or corporate legal department in Dubai. The ideal candidate will have robust experience in corporate, commercial, and general advisory matters, with a particular focus on UAE laws and regulations. This role offers an opportunity to work on diverse legal matters, providing strategic advice to clients while ensuring compliance with local laws.
- Corporate & Commercial Advisory: Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, shareholder agreements, MOUs, and other corporate documentation.
- Regulatory Compliance: Advise on UAE-specific legal and regulatory frameworks to ensure compliance across operations.
- Dispute Resolution: Provide pre-litigation advice, coordinate with external counsel for ongoing disputes, and ensure client representation is aligned with strategic objectives.
- Legal Research: Stay updated on changes in UAE laws and provide timely advice on the implications of legislative updates.
- Client Liaison: Build strong client relationships by understanding their legal needs and delivering high-quality advice.
- Transactional Support: Assist with due diligence, acquisitions, mergers, and restructuring within the UAE legal framework.
- Government Liaison: Interact with relevant UAE governmental and regulatory bodies to obtain necessary approvals and permits.

Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) from a reputable institution.
- Admission to the UAE Bar Association or equivalent accreditation (preferred).
- Minimum 3 years of experience within a UAE-based law firm or in-house legal department.
- Proven track record of handling corporate, commercial, and general legal matters in the UAE.
- Fluent in English (spoken and written); Arabic proficiency is a strong advantage.
- Exceptional drafting and negotiation skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Salary and Benefits:
- Competitive salary, plus company benefits.
- Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Pay and salary ranges are dependent upon experience, qualifications and training.

About the Company

Founded in 1948, Robert Half has a long history of connecting opportunities at great companies with highly skilled jobseekers. Bolstered by the strength of our brand, our people, our technology and our professional business model, we find meaningful and exciting employment for the people we place and provide clients access to the specialised talent they need to help grow their businesses.

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Senior Legal Associate salaries in UAE

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AED 10,500

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