Junior Lawyer

Careers at UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a dynamic Junior Lawyer to join its Legal and Integrity Department in Dubai. This role is part of a fixed-term 18-month contract, providing exposure to diverse legal matters while actively participating in a specialized learning program.

The ideal candidate should possess a graduate degree in law with 0-2 years of experience, showcasing strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. This is an excellent opportunity for growth within a global company.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience required.
• Bar admission preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong interest in technology and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing legal advice and counseling.
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal documents.
• Support contract review and negotiation.
• Participate in legal strategy development.
• Ensure compliance with local legal regulations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Graduate degree in law

Job description

Junior Lawyer

Job Description:

You as Junior Lawyer will be part of Hitachi Energy business based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Junior Lawyer to join our Legal and Integrity Department for a fixed term of 18 months. You will participate in our specialized learning program, aimed at developing the skills and knowledge necessary for a successful legal career within a global company.

You will be exposed to a variety of legal matters and projects, with opportunities to be involved in local, regional, and global projects. As a Junior Lawyer, you will be part of our Legal and Integrity Department reporting to the Regional Head of Legal, Middle East and Africa, you will assist in the implementation of regional strategy and ensure full compliance with Group directives and local legal regulations.

Your responsibilities:

• Assisting the Regional Head of Legal and Country Heads of Legal in providing legal advice and counseling to Hitachi Energy management across a broad range of legal issues or within a specialist area, and manage dispute and litigation matters as directed.
• Conducting legal research and prepare legal documents.
• Supporting contract review and negotiation, including frame agreements, contracts, and partnerships.
• Participating in the development and implementation of legal strategies.
• Supporting good corporate governance at the regional and country level.
• Supporting the implementation of the Code of Conduct and assist in ongoing integrity training.
• Ensuring compliance with company policies, local legal regulations, and Group directives; assist with the implementation of both local and group legal and integrity directives and instructions, and monitor ongoing integrity, executing due diligence.
• Contributing to the development and implementation of local and group legal and integrity directives.
• Managing and communicating with external service providers, including legal counsels.
• Participating in various local, regional, and global projects within the department.
• Engaging in continuous learning and development opportunities through the Legal and Integrity learning program.
• Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

• Graduate degree in law.
• 0-2 years of experience.
• Bar admission is preferred but not mandatory.
• Demonstrated ability to be agile and keen to learn.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong interest in technology and process improvement.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of integrity and ethical standards.
• Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required

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