Legal & Compliance Lawyer

Menasa & Partners; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading executive search company is seeking a seasoned Legal & Compliance Lawyer based in the UAE. This role involves managing legal matters across the EMEA region, overseeing compliance programs, and liaising with local counsel. The ideal candidate is a licensed lawyer with 8-10 years of experience and fluent in English and Arabic. Strategic thinking and strong communication skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years’ experience as a practicing lawyer.
• Strong knowledge of UAE and EMEA compliance laws.
• Self-starter with a positive approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage legal and compliance matters for the EMEA region.
• Drive corporate governance and risk mitigation strategies.
• Oversee compliance programs.
• Review and draft contracts and agreements.
• Liaise with local counsel on strategic analysis.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Arabic

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Licensed lawyer recognised in UAE

Job description

The Role

Are you a seasoned legal professional seeking a challenging role in a dynamic, global environment? An exceptional opportunity awaits you as a Legal & Compliance Lawyer based in the UAE.

• Manage legal and compliance matters for the EMEA region
• Drive corporate governance and risk mitigation strategies
• Oversee compliance programs
• Review and draft contracts and agreements
• Liaise with local counsel on strategic analysis

Requirements

• Licensed lawyer recognised in UAE
• 8-10 years’ experience as a practicing lawyer
• Fluency in English & Arabic
• Strong knowledge of UAE and EMEA compliance laws
• Ideal Candidate: Strategic thinker with a commercial mindset
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-starter with a positive problem‑solving approach

About the company

The name MENASA originates from both the geographical region of Middle East, North Africa & South Asia as well as the Arabic word for platform or stage. We provide the platform for employers to approach the best global talent available. Menasa & Partners is a privately owned, fully licensed, Executive Search company head‑quartered in Dubai, UAE. From our head office in Dubai we are ideally placed to assist organizations in the global search for talent. We specialize in providing companies not only with suitable individuals to work in their organizations but also offer unparalleled knowledge of the global markets. Our staff all have in depth knowledge of their vertical markets therefore offering tailored strategic advice.