Arabic speaking/drafting paralegal

Legal Route - Global Legal Recruitment; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Arabic-speaking Paralegal. This role involves drafting contracts, supporting regulatory submissions, and liaising with stakeholders in both Arabic and English. The ideal candidate has previous paralegal experience, strong organizational skills, and familiarity with UAE legal frameworks. Competitive salary and benefits are provided.

Benefits

Competitive base salary aligned with UAE market standards

Housing and schooling allowances

Standard benefits including healthcare, transport, and relocation support

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a paralegal or legal assistant in healthcare, corporate, or regulatory environments preferred.
• Familiarity with UAE legal and regulatory frameworks is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and maintain contracts and other legal documents under supervision.
• Support regulatory submissions, internal compliance audits, and governance processes.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders in both Arabic and English.
• Assist with research, legal reporting, and documentation management.

Skills

Fluency in Arabic and English (written and spoken)

Strong organizational and administrative skills

Detail-oriented and proactive

Job description

Arabic-Speaking Paralegal – Abu Dhabi, UAE Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE Employer: Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi / M42 Group Reporting to: Legal & Compliance Manager

About the Role We are seeking a proactive Arabic-speaking Paralegal to support our legal and compliance teams in Abu Dhabi. The role involves contracts administration, regulatory support, and ensuring smooth internal governance, providing bilingual coverage for local stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities Draft, review, and maintain contracts and other legal documents under supervision.

Support regulatory submissions, internal compliance audits, and governance processes.

Liaise with internal and external stakeholders in both Arabic and English.

Assist with research, legal reporting, and documentation management.

Support the legal team with ad hoc projects and day-to-day operations.

Candidate Requirements Fluency in Arabic and English (written and spoken).

Previous experience as a paralegal or legal assistant in healthcare, corporate, or regulatory environments preferred.

Strong organizational and administrative skills.

Detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of handling confidential information.

Familiarity with UAE legal and regulatory frameworks is an advantage.

Package & Benefits Competitive base salary aligned with UAE market standards.

Housing and schooling allowances where applicable.

Standard benefits including healthcare, transport, and relocation support.