Legal Advisor - Real Estate

AQARY GROUP; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent real estate company in Abu Dhabi is seeking a skilled Legal Manager with at least 3 years of experience in real estate law and labor law. The role entails overseeing all legal matters, ensuring compliance with UAE laws, and acting as the primary contact with government authorities. Ideal candidates should possess strong negotiation skills, proficiency in English and Arabic, and experience in real estate transactions while managing various legal priorities. This position offers a dynamic work environment and the chance to mentor junior staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of legal experience specifically in real estate.
• Strong knowledge of UAE real estate regulations and labor laws.
• Expertise in drafting and negotiating contracts related to real estate.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on real estate transactions and regulatory compliance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and legal documents.
• Advise on legal disputes and business operations.

Skills

Expertise in real estate law

Excellent negotiation skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to manage multiple legal priorities

Proficiency in English and Arabic

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB)

Master's degree in real estate law or labor law

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Legal Manager to join our dynamic team in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of legal experience specifically in the real estate sector with strong expertise in real estate law, labor law, and regulations governing Abu Dhabi Mainland (ADM) and Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). The Legal Manager will oversee all legal matters related to property transactions, leases, contracts, regulatory compliance and serve as a liaison between the company and developers, as well as acting as the single point of contact for all government‑related matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on real estate transactions, acquisitions, leasing, and development projects ensuring full compliance with UAE laws.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents related to real estate transactions, labor matters, and corporate governance.
• Advise on regulatory compliance across real estate labor law, ADM, and ADGM frameworks. Manage disputes and legal issues related to real estate, labor laws, and business operations including litigation and alternative dispute resolution.
• Act as the single point of contact for all government‑related matters ensuring timely and effective engagement with authorities for permits, licenses, and approvals.
• Serve as the liaison between the company and real estate developers, facilitating smooth communication and project coordination, and facilitate communications between the company, developers, government bodies, and other stakeholders.
• Conduct thorough due diligence and ensure legal documentation is in line with local laws and regulations.
• Stay updated with the latest developments in real estate labor law, ADM, and ADGM regulations. Manage and mentor junior legal staff as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB). A Master's degree or further qualifications in real estate law, labor law or corporate law is a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant legal experience in a real estate firm having expertise in real estate law, labor law, and regulations within ADM and ADGM.
• Strong knowledge of UAE real estate regulations, labor laws, and the legal frameworks governing ADM and ADGM. Expertise in drafting and negotiating contracts related to real estate and labor matters.
• Excellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple legal priorities simultaneously.
• Proficiency in both English and Arabic is preferred.