Arbitration & Construction Legal Counsel - 5 PQE

Michael Page; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Dubai-based real estate group is seeking a Lawyer to join its legal team. The successful candidate will provide legal support on disputes, construction contracts, and corporate transactions, with a focus on arbitration and DIFC court proceedings. Applicants should have 5-6 years PQE, qualified in a common law jurisdiction, and a strong background in corporate law. This role offers an attractive compensation package and the opportunity to work closely with senior legal leaders in the organization.

Benefits

Attractive compensation package

Opportunity to work closely with leadership

Qualifications

• 5-6 years PQE with a mix of law firm and in-house experience.
• Comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support across real estate, development, construction, and corporate matters.
• Draft and negotiate construction contracts, procurement agreements, and corporate documents.
• Manage arbitration cases and represent the company in DIFC Courts.

Skills

arbitration

real estate

development

lawyer

Education

Qualified in a common law jurisdiction

Job description

As a Lawyer, you will have the opportunity to work directly with senior legal leaders on high-impact matters. You'll advise on disputes, construction contracts, and corporate transactions, with a focus on arbitration and DIFC court proceedings.

Client Details

The company is a leading Dubai-based real estate group known for its design-led, high-value projects across luxury residential and commercial sectors. The company is structured to deliver excellence through innovation, with a collaborative legal team supporting its strategic growth.

Description

· Provide legal support across real estate, development, construction, and corporate matters.

· Draft and negotiate construction contracts, procurement agreements, and corporate documents.

· Manage arbitration cases and represent the company in DIFC Courts.

· Conduct legal due diligence for property transactions and financing arrangements.

· Advise on planning approvals, zoning, and regulatory compliance.

· Collaborate with internal teams to identify legal risks and propose practical solutions.

· Support governance processes including shareholder agreements and board resolutions.

Profile

· 5-6 years PQE with a mix of law firm and in-house experience.

· Qualified in a common law jurisdiction (UK, Ireland, Australia, NZ, South Africa), with DIFC courts experience.

· Strong background in arbitration, construction contracts, and corporate law.

· Experience in real estate or development sectors is an advantage.

· Comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities.

· Strong drafting, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Job Offer

· Attractive compensation package.

· Opportunity to work closely with leadership in an exciting organisation.

Skills

arbitration, real esate, development, developer, lawyer, Common law