Corporate Lawyer

2 weeks ago

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Contango Full time

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced Corporate Lawyer to provide end-to-end legal support across corporate operations, transactions, and strategic initiatives. The role sits within a client service environment and requires close collaboration with senior stakeholders to ensure compliance with applicable laws, mitigate legal risk, and support business objectives effectively.

Key Responsibilities

Advisory

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Provide pragmatic, business-oriented legal advice to senior management and stakeholders on corporate governance, structuring, regulatory matters, and compliance.

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Act as a trusted legal advisor on strategic initiatives and day-to-day corporate matters.

Contracts & Documentation

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Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a broad range of commercial contracts, policies, and legal documentation.

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Ensure contractual arrangements are aligned with risk appetite and regulatory requirements.

Transactions

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Support corporate transactions including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, corporate restructurings, capital raises, and new entity formations.

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Coordinate with external counsel, advisors, and internal teams throughout transaction lifecycles.

Compliance & Regulatory

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Oversee compliance with UAE corporate laws and relevant international regulations.

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Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact on business operations.

Risk Management

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Identify, assess, and advise on legal risks associated with business activities, products, and services.

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Propose risk mitigation strategies and support implementation of internal controls.

Legal Research & Analysis

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Conduct in-depth legal research on complex corporate and commercial law matters.

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Prepare clear legal opinions, briefs, and recommendations for decision-makers.

Litigation & Dispute Support

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Assist in managing corporate litigation, disputes, and claims, including coordination with external counsel.

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Support dispute resolution strategies and settlement negotiations where appropriate.

Qualifications & Skills

Education & Experience

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Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB or equivalent).

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Admission to practice law in a relevant jurisdiction is preferred.

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Proven experience in corporate law, with
strong exposure to the UAE legal and regulatory environment
(essential).

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Experience supporting transactions and working in a client-facing or advisory setting is highly desirable.

Technical & Professional Skills

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Strong knowledge of corporate, commercial, and transactional law.

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Excellent analytical, drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.

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High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple matters concurrently.

Personal Attributes

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Ability to perform effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

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Strong ethical standards, sound judgment, and discretion.

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Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a commercial approach to legal problem-solving.

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Collaborative and adaptable, with the confidence to engage senior stakeholders.

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