Legal Advisor

Department of Finance, Government of Dubai (via Dubai Careers); Dubai; On-site; AED 446,000 - 558,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Finance, Government of Dubai (via Dubai Careers) in Dubai seeks a Legal Advisor to provide specialized legal counsel, draft and review legislation, manage contracts, and mitigate legal risks to protect the interests of the Department and the Government of Dubai.

The role requires a Law degree and UAE nationality, with 1 year of experience for Bachelor's holders (or 9 years for a Master’s or 6 years for a PhD). Certifications in Business and Commercial Law and CPCM are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law required.
• 1 year experience for Bachelor's holders (or 9 years for Master's / 6 years for PhD).
• UAE Nationals only.
• Certifications: Certificate in Business and Commercial Law; CPCM (Certified Professional Contract Manager).

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized legal opinions and recommendations to support decision-making.
• Analyze federal and local legislation, regulations, and decisions relevant to the Department.
• Draft and review contracts, MOUs, and legal documents to ensure legal compliance.
• Represent the Department in legal, judicial, and legislative matters.
• Conduct legal research and risk assessments regarding departmental operations.
• Contribute to the development of internal legal policies, manuals, and awareness programs.

Skills

Legal advisory

Contract drafting

Legislation analysis

Legal research

Education

Bachelor's in Law

Job description

Department of Finance, Government of Dubai (via Dubai Careers)

16 October 2026

Dubai, UAE

Bachelor's degree in Law; Minimum 1 year of experience for Bachelor's holders (or 9 years for Master's / 6 years for PhD); UAE Nationality only.

Jobs

Contextual Overview

The Department of Finance, Government of Dubai, is seeking a Legal Advisor to provide specialized legal counsel, draft and review legislation, manage contracts, and mitigate legal risks to protect the interests of the Department and the Government of Dubai.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Nationality: UAE Nationals only.
• Education: Minimum Bachelor's degree in Law.
• Experience: Minimum 1 year for Bachelor's degree holders (or 9 years for Master's / 6 years for PhD) in a similar field.
• Preferred Certifications: Certificate in Business and Commercial Law; CPCM (Certified Professional Contract Manager).

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Provide specialized legal opinions and recommendations to support decision-making.
• Analyze federal and local legislation, regulations, and decisions relevant to the Department.
• Draft and review contracts, MOUs, and legal documents to ensure legal compliance.
• Represent the Department in legal, judicial, and legislative matters.
• Conduct legal research and risk assessments regarding departmental operations.
• Contribute to the development of internal legal policies, manuals, and awareness programs.

Stipend & Compensation

Monthly Salary: 40,001 - 50,000 AED.