Assistant Legal Counsel

Asico; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property management company in Dubai is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to manage legal compliance and provide strategic guidance on their real estate operations. Ideal candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Law and possess strong knowledge of property law, with a minimum of 3 years in a legal role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a legal role, preferably in property management.
• Licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Strong knowledge of property laws and lease regulations.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate leases and contracts.
• Advise on property acquisitions and sales.
• Handle legal issues related to landlord-tenant disputes.

Skills

Negotiation

Drafting

Communication

Property Law Knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB)

Master's degree in Real Estate Law

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Legal Counsel to join our team at Asico real estate LLC, a leading property management company. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in real estate law, lease agreements, and property dispute resolution. You will be responsible for ensuring legal compliance across all aspects of our property portfolio and providing strategic legal guidance on our operations and transactions.

Key Responsibilities :

• Draft, review, and negotiate leases, tenancy agreements, and other real estate-related contracts.
• Advise on property acquisitions, sales, development, and management operations.
• Handle legal issues related to landlord-tenant disputes, evictions, and non-payment matters.
• Ensure compliance with applicable real estate, housing, zoning, and municipal laws.
• Liaise with external legal counsel when needed and manage legal proceedings and litigation.
• Support internal departments with legal interpretations and implications of ongoing operations.
• Monitor regulatory changes and advise management on legal risks and mitigation strategies.
• Maintain legal records and ensure proper documentation of all agreements and legal activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB); a Master's degree or specialization in Real Estate Law is a plus.
• Must be licensed to practice law in [Insert Jurisdiction / State].
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a legal role, preferably in property management, real estate law, or a related sector.
• Strong knowledge of property laws, lease regulations, and municipal compliance.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.