GCC Legal Associate | Hybrid, Contracts & Compliance

Novartis; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational pharmaceutical company is seeking a motivated legal associate in Dubai to support their legal team in the Middle East and Africa. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in law and be fluent in English and Arabic. Responsibilities include legal research, contract management, and assisting in policy implementation. They welcome UAE National talents for a 12-month Emiratization program, offering real-world experience and potential permanent roles upon completion.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Personal growth opportunities

Diverse and flexible working environment

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of work experience as a legal paralegal or internship experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic.
• Keen to adapt to legal tools used by the company.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research on commercial pharma regulatory and labour laws.
• Assist in drafting, reviewing and organizing legal documents.
• Support the legal team in managing litigation files.
• Maintain and update legal databases and compliance documentation.
• Assist in the implementation of legal policies and training programs.
• Handle administrative tasks such as document archiving.

Skills

Fluent in English and Arabic

Strong understanding of legal terminologies

Detail oriented

Ability to multi-task

Education

Bachelor's degree in law

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

A multinational pharmaceutical company is seeking a motivated legal associate in Dubai to support their legal team in the Middle East and Africa. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in law and be fluent in English and Arabic. Responsibilities include legal research, contract management, and assisting in policy implementation. They welcome UAE National talents for a 12-month Emiratization program, offering real-world experience and potential permanent roles upon completion.