Legal Counsel

1 week ago


Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates GRID Full time

We are looking for an experienced, commercially focused Legal Counsel to join our real estate investment platform. This role involves advising on a wide range of high-value, complex real estate matters, including M&A, joint ventures, investment structuring, and fund management activities. The successful candidate will gain significant exposure to institutional-grade investments and work closely with senior leadership across the business.

Key Responsibilities

  • Drafting and negotiating investment and shareholder documentation, term sheets, subscription agreements, and shareholder arrangements.
  • Coordinate and manage legal aspects of due diligence for equity and debt transactions.
  • Provide legal support for corporate finance initiatives, including capital restructuring and strategic investment activities.
  • Ensure compliance with UAE regulatory frameworks across onshore, ADGM, and DIFC jurisdictions.
  • Supporting the establishment of legal entities and regulated fund structures.
  • Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating commercial, real estate, and construction contracts.
  • Advise on the interpretation and application of contractual and statutory provisions to support enforcement strategies, dispute management, and commercial negotiations.
  • Work closely with investment, procurement, commercial, and finance teams to execute complex real estate transactions.
  • Contract FIDIC

Requirements

  • Qualified lawyer in the UK, US, or another recognized common law jurisdiction.
  • Minimum 3-5 years post qualification experience gained at a reputable international law firm or within an established corporate/investment fund in the GCC.
  • Strong background across corporate law, private equity, funds.
  • Exceptional legal drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex transactions in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a commercial, solutions-focused mindset.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

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