Associate Legal Counsel - Arabic Native Speaker

gartner; Dubai; On-site; AED 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Gartner is seeking an Associate Legal Counsel to provide commercial legal support for the Gulf region. You will review, draft and negotiate a range of contracts including framework/service agreements, orders and NDAs, working with Sales and Compliance teams to mitigate risks.

The role emphasizes practical, timely legal support, cross-functional collaboration and adherence to Gartner policies. Fluent English and Arabic are required, with 3–5 years PQE and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Qualified attorney or lawyer authorized to practice in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Written and verbal fluency in English and Arabic.
• Approximately 3–5 years of post-qualification experience supporting commercial and transactional legal matters.
• Experience reviewing, drafting or negotiating commercial contracts and related documentation.
• Experience supporting Sales or other business teams in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze and summarize commercial contracts including framework and service agreements, orders, statements of work and NDAs.
• Support drafting, review and negotiation of contracts, purchase orders and modifications.
• Identify legal and commercial risks and elevate high-risk issues to senior Legal & Compliance.
• Provide guidance on contractual terms, processes and approval requirements.
• Support resolution of accounts receivable issues and contract-related business matters.
• Participate in client discussions to clarify positions and explore solutions.
• Maintain records of contract reviews, negotiations, approvals and related matters.
• Work with Sales, Finance, Operations and other stakeholders to streamline contracting processes.
• Contribute to development of legal templates and guidance materials.
• Assist regional Legal & Compliance teams on corporate, privacy and compliance matters.

Skills

Commercial and transactional law

Team collaboration

English & Arabic fluency

Contract negotiation support

Education

Qualified attorney or lawyer authorized to practice in the relevant jurisdiction

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Salesforce

Contract management systems

Job description

Associate Legal Counsel, Gulf Region

Gartner is currently seeking an Associate Legal Counsel to provide commercial legal support to our business in the Gulf region. The role will support the review, drafting and negotiation of various types of contracts and commercial agreements, including framework and main service agreements, service orders and statements of work, non-disclosure agreements and related documentation.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Legal & Compliance team, Sales and other internal stakeholders to provide practical, timely and commercially focused legal support, escalating complex or high-risk matters as appropriate.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, analyze and summarize framework and main service agreements, service orders, statements of work, non-disclosure agreements and other commercial contracts.

• Support the drafting, review and negotiation of contracts, purchase orders and contract modifications, in accordance with Gartner’s policies and approval processes.

• Identify key legal and commercial risks and elevate complex, unusual or high-risk issues to senior members of the Legal & Compliance team.

• Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on contractual terms, standard processes and approval requirements.

• Support the resolution of accounts receivable issues and other contract-related business matters.

• Participate in discussions with clients, at the request of Sales or senior Legal team members, to clarify contractual positions and explore potential solutions.

• Maintain accurate records of contract reviews, negotiations, approvals and related legal matters.

• Work collaboratively with Sales, Finance, Operations and other internal stakeholders to support efficient contracting processes.

• Contribute to the development and improvement of legal processes, templates and guidance materials.

• When requested, provide support to other Legal & Compliance teams on regional matters, including corporate, privacy and compliance-related activities.

• Support the preparation and delivery of training or guidance sessions for internal teams, as appropriate.

Who You Are

• A motivated and collaborative legal professional with a strong interest in commercial and transactional legal work.

• Able to support Sales teams in a practical and constructive manner while ensuring legally and ethically compliant contracting and business practices.

• Comfortable managing multiple priorities and working with stakeholders with differing requirements.

• A clear and effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills.

• Able to identify issues, assess risks and propose practical solutions, seeking guidance when appropriate.

• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced and evolving business environment.

• Open to feedback, committed to continuous learning and willing to adopt best practices.

• Detail-oriented, organized and able to work effectively under deadlines.

Role Qualifications

• Qualified attorney or lawyer authorized to practice in the relevant jurisdiction.

• Written and verbal fluency in English and Arabic.

• Approximately 3–5 years of relevant post-qualification experience supporting commercial and transactional legal matters, preferably in a law firm or corporate environment.

• Experience reviewing, drafting or negotiating commercial contracts and related documentation.

• Experience supporting Sales or other business teams in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

• Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to practical, commercially focused solutions.

• Strong time-management and prioritization skills, with the ability to meet deadlines under pressure.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously.

• Basic understanding of contract management processes and legal risk assessment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with Salesforce or contract management systems is preferred.

• Valid passport and no travel restrictions, if required for the role.

What We Offer

• In addition to an outstanding work environment with opportunities for professional development and career growth, Gartner associates enjoy exceptional compensation and benefits, including:

• An upbeat, positive culture. Integrity, objectivity, collaboration, results and a no-limits mindset are central to our values.

• Opportunities for learning and development, with support to help you achieve your goals and advance within the company.

• Encouragement to be innovative and contribute to continuous improvement.

• Performance-driven recognition and rewards.

• A hybrid work environment, balanced between time in the office and working from home.

Who are we?

At Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT), we guide the leaders who shape the world.

Our mission relies on expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable, objective business and technology insights, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission-critical priorities.

Since our founding in 1979, we’ve grown to 20,000 associates globally who support over 13,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories. We do important, interesting and substantive work that matters. That’s why we hire associates with the intellectual curiosity, energy and drive to want to make a difference. The bar is unapologetically high. So is the impact you can have here.

What makes Gartner a great place to work?

Our vast, virtually untapped market potential offers limitless opportunities – opportunities that may not even exist right now – for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. How far you go is driven by your passion and performance.

We hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team. Together, our singular, unifying goal is to deliver results for our clients.

Our teams are inclusive and composed of individuals from different geographies, cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities and generations.

We invest in great leaders who bring out the best in you and the company, enabling us to multiply our impact and results. This is why, year after year, we are recognized worldwide as a great place to work.

Gartner is the world authority on AI

At Gartner, you’ll join a company at the very center of the AI revolution. Gartner has proactive, objective guidance throughout clients’ AI journeys. We set the standard for how organizations leverage artificial intelligence to drive meaningful impact. You’ll have access to unmatched resources, expertise, and technology, and play a key role in helping Gartner and our clients innovate and grow as we leverage AI to transform business and technology landscapes.

It’s an exciting time to be at Gartner, with limitless opportunities to make a real impact, grow your skills, and build a lasting, meaningful career in a field that’s reshaping the way we operate. If you’re passionate about AI and want to be part of a team that’s guiding the leaders who shape the world, Gartner is the place for you.

What do we offer?

Gartner offers world‑class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers.

In our hybrid work environment, we provide the flexibility and support for you to thrive — working virtually when it’s productive to do so and getting together with colleagues in a vibrant community that is purposeful, engaging and inspiring.

The policy of Gartner is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status and to seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity.

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