Legal Consultant

FRM Legal Counsels LLC; Dubai Emirate; On-site; AED 121,867 - 145,972; Full time

Job summary

A legal services firm in Dubai is seeking a bilingual Legal Counsel to provide comprehensive legal support and handle litigation in local courts. The ideal candidate will have expertise in UAE laws, proven experience in contract negotiation and drafting, and at least 7 years in similar roles. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and within a team are essential. Competitive salary of approximately 12,000 AED/month is offered.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 7 years of experience as a Legal Counsel, including at least 3 years specifically in the UAE.
• Proven experience in contract negotiation and drafting.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive legal support and litigation in local courts.
• Draft legal documents and negotiate contracts.
• Handle legal matters related to business operations.

Skills

Bilingual proficiency in Arabic and English

Legal expertise in UAE laws and regulations

Contract negotiation

Legal document drafting

Legal research and analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently

Job description

We are seeking a bilingual (Arabic/English) Legal Counsel for a full-time, on-site position at our Dubai branch. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive legal support, litigation in local courts, including offering legal advice, drafting legal documents, negotiating contracts, and handling legal matters related to business operations.

💰 Salary Range: Approx. 12,000 AED/month

Qualifications & Requirements

• ✔ Bilingual proficiency in Arabic and English (written and spoken)
• ✔ Extensive legal expertise with a strong grasp of UAE laws and regulations
• ✔ Proven experience in contract negotiation and legal document drafting
• ✔ Strong legal research and analytical skills to assess risks and provide sound legal opinions
• ✔ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with clients and stakeholders
• ✔ Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a dynamic legal team
• ✔ A minimum of 7 years of experience as a Legal Counsel, including at least 3 years specifically in a Legal Counsel role (excluding administrative or paralegal work) within the UAE.
• ✔ Demonstrated ability to draft various legal memorandums, contracts, and agreements