Corporate / Internal Lawyer

RecruitMe Plus; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

RecruitMe Plus in Dubai, UAE is seeking a Corporate/Internal Lawyer to provide comprehensive legal support across the organization, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and safeguarding the company's interests. The role involves drafting contracts, advising management on legal matters, and coordinating with external counsel.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of corporate law experience, international exposure is preferred, and fluency in English (Arabic optional).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Law (LL.B.) required.
• LL.M. is an advantage.
• 2–3 years corporate legal experience, international exposure preferred.
• Knowledge of UAE laws and regulations.
• Experience with multinational or cross-border transactions desirable.
• Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Fluent in English; Arabic preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate corporate and commercial agreements.
• Advise management on corporate and employment matters.
• Ensure UAE regulatory compliance and governance.
• Assist in corporate structuring and filings across jurisdictions.
• Coordinate with external counsel on disputes and regulatory matters.
• Maintain legal records and documentation.
• Provide legal training to internal teams.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Legal advisory

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Bilingual English/Arabic

Education

LL.B.

LL.M. (advantage)

Job description

Corporate / Internal Lawyer

Department: Legal
Location: Dubai, UAE
Employment Type: Full-time, On-site
Reports To: Managing Director

1. Position Overview

The Corporate / Internal Lawyer is responsible for providing comprehensive legal support across the organization, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, mitigating legal risks, and safeguarding the company's interests. The role involves reviewing and drafting contracts, advising management on legal matters, supporting corporate governance activities, and coordinating with external legal counsel when required. The ideal candidate will have international legal exposure and strong experience in corporate and commercial law within a fast-paced business environment.

2. Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a wide range of commercial agreements, contracts, and legal documents.
• Provide legal advice and guidance to management on corporate, commercial, employment, and operational matters.
• Ensure the company's compliance with UAE laws, regulations, and corporate governance requirements.
• Support corporate structuring, company incorporations, amendments, and regulatory filings across multiple jurisdictions when required.
• Review and assess legal risks associated with business activities, projects, and contractual arrangements.
• Coordinate with external legal counsel on litigation, disputes, regulatory matters, and specialized legal issues.
• Develop and maintain legal policies, procedures, and internal compliance frameworks.
• Assist in resolving contractual disputes and legal claims while protecting the company's interests.
• Conduct legal research and monitor legislative and regulatory developments impacting the business.
• Support management in strategic initiatives, transactions, partnerships, and business expansion activities.
• Maintain and organize legal records, contracts, licenses, and corporate documentation.
• Provide legal training and awareness sessions to internal stakeholders when required.

3. Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Law (LL.B.); Master's Degree (LL.M.) is an advantage.
• 2–3 years of relevant corporate legal experience, preferably with international exposure.
• Experience in corporate, commercial, and contract law.
• Knowledge of UAE legal and regulatory frameworks is required.
• Experience working with multinational companies, international law firms, or cross-border transactions is highly desirable.
• Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and legal advisory skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment abilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Fluency in English and Arabic is preferred.
• Lebanese candidates will be considered for this position.