Legal Counsel

3 days ago


Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Valkyrie People Consulting Full time

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Job Description: Legal Counsel

Location: Dubai, UAE

Company Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Legal Counsel to join a leading retail organization based in Dubai. The Legal Counsel will play a crucial role in ensuring adherence to legal provisions, providing legal advice, and managing legal exposure across various divisions, business units, and departments.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Negotiate, draft, review, and advise on all legal documentation related to real estate matters, including leases (commercial, residential, and retail), facilities management agreements, property management agreements, development agreements, etc.
  • Ensure compliance with property laws and regulations, including Dubai Landlord and Tenant Law, for all Group companies.
  • Act as a legal officer, counseling management on appropriate resolution of legal issues and clarifying specific legal matters referred by other business or support units.
  • Review and vet documents/contracts, settlement proposals, and proposed settlements, offering options/suggestions regarding legality and legal standing.
  • Provide advice on general commercial matters and conduct of various contentious matters, including construction-related matters.
  • Lead negotiation with third parties for high-value, high-risk contracts and draft/amend contracts for internal review and sign-off.
  • Stay updated with regulatory and local law changes impacting contractual terms and conditions, analyzing their impact and revising terms and conditions for the best interests of the organization.
  • Develop and oversee control systems to prevent or deal with contractual violations and internal policy breaches.
  • Collaborate with corporate counsels and departments to monitor enforcement of standards and regulations.
  • Strategize, draft, vet, finalize, and execute case briefs for external counsels, coordinating with them effectively for legal proceedings.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • LL.B. or equivalent degree from a recognized institution; LL.M. is a plus.
  • Certified to practice law in the UAE; additional certifications or memberships are desirable.
  • Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in legal roles, preferably in real estate and retail industries, with a focus on commercial leases and property management.
  • Strong understanding of property laws and regulations in the UAE, particularly Dubai Landlord and Tenant Law.
  • Proven track record in negotiation, drafting, and reviewing legal documents and contracts.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to counsel management and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Analytical and strategic thinking, with the ability to identify risks and propose effective solutions.
  • Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

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