Automotive Legal Counsel

CHERY; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company, CHERY, is seeking a skilled Legal Counsel for its UAE subsidiary based in Dubai. This full-time role requires a Bachelor's in Law and a minimum of 5 years experience in UAE's automotive legal landscape, along with fluency in both English and Arabic. Responsibilities include overseeing legal compliance, managing contracts, and coordinating with the headquarters on legal matters. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of legal experience in the Automotive industry of UAE.
• Knowledge of UAE laws such as Civil Code, Labor Law, Contract Law.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage legal and compliance by providing regulatory advice.
• Review and draft company contracts.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Arabic

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Law

Job description

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HR Business Partner at Chery International (Chery, Jetour, Exeed, Omoda, Jaecoo, iCar)

About Us :

Chery Automobiles Group

Since its inception, Chery has been one of the leading automobile groups for technology-driven strategy, creating vehicle brands with international competitiveness and influence as its corporate vision. Chery has become the first passenger vehicle enterprise in China to master the core technology of engine, gearbox, chassis, platform and new energy, and the first one in China to export vehicle, CKD parts, engine and vehicle manufacturing technology and equipment to overseas market.

Chery has continuously deepened its globalization through the implementation of product strategy, localization strategy and talent strategy. After more than 20 years of development, Chery ’s sales and services network covers more than 80 countries across different regions and has won the trust of 11 million consumers worldwide.

We are looking for a Legal Counsel for UAE subsidiary companies of Chery International . Work Location : Dubai, UAE

Key Requirements :

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent from a recognized university.
• Must have at least 5 years of Legal experience in Automotive industry of UAE.
• Knowledge of UAE laws such as UAE Civil Code, Commercial Companies Law, Labor Law, Contract and IP Law, Consumer Protection Law, etc.
• Complete fluency in both English and Arabic communication skills (reading, writing and speaking).
• Ability to work independently; strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities :

• Legal & Compliance :

Manage legal and compliance by providing advice, and support to ensure the company operates within the relevant regulatory framework and corporate governance standards.

• Contract Management :

Review, draft, formulate, and revise the company’s contracts, including template contracts, model agreements, and reference contract texts, ensuring legal soundness and alignment with company objectives.

Manage disputes, including litigation and arbitration cases in the company as needed to protect the company’s interests.

• Risk Prevention and Control :

Identify, analyze, and mitigate legal risks in the company’s operations and contracts to minimize potential liabilities.

• Registration and Corporate Affairs :

Manage the company’s registration, declaration, and amendment procedures in accordance with UAE laws and regulatory requirements.

• Coordination with HQ :

Liaise with the Legal Affairs Center at the company’s headquarters on assigned legal matters, ensuring alignment with corporate legal policies and directives.

• Additional Legal Support :
• Handle other legal matters as assigned by the company or the HQ, including ad hoc projects and legal research.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Legal

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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