In-House Junior Legal Counsel — Tech & IP

AimGulf; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AimGulf is seeking a Junior Legal Counsel in Abu Dhabi to provide practical legal guidance across technology transactions, governance, regulatory compliance and IP matters. You will draft and negotiate contracts, support vendor relationships and help implement CPX’s compliance program.

Ideal candidates have 1-3 years’ PQE in complex commercial and tech contracts and are admitted to practice in common law jurisdictions. Bilingual Arabic/English is a plus but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years’ PQE dealing with complex commercial, M&A and tech contracts.
• Articles or foundational experience at a top law firm or corporate legal department preferred.
• Strong appreciation for technology, cyber-security and data privacy matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on technology transactions, governance, regulatory and IP matters.
• Draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements including NDAs and terms & conditions.
• Support development and revision of client and vendor agreements.
• Assist in CPX compliance program rollout and implementation of policies.
• Draft policies on labour, supplier conduct, trade compliance and data privacy.
• Monitor regulatory requirements and CPX procedures with risk tracking.
• Deliver trainings to CPX staff and stakeholders on policies and procedures.
• Assist with investigations, disputes and pre-litigation matters.
• Maintain compliance tracking system and risk register.

Skills

Legal analysis

Contract negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Excellent communication

Bilingual Arabic/English

Education

Law degree

Admission in common law jurisdictions

Job description

AimGulf is seeking a Junior Legal Counsel in Abu Dhabi to provide practical legal guidance across technology transactions, governance, regulatory compliance and IP matters. You will draft and negotiate contracts, support vendor relationships and help implement CPX’s compliance program.

Ideal candidates have 1-3 years’ PQE in complex commercial and tech contracts and are admitted to practice in common law jurisdictions. Bilingual Arabic/English is a plus but not mandatory.