Legal Counsel

Confidential Careers; Abu Dhabi; Presencial; AED 700.000 - 900.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Confidential Careers in Abu Dhabi is seeking a highly experienced Legal Counsel to support a large business group. The role focuses on UAE real estate law, Musataha agreements, and development contracts, with duties spanning advisory, risk management, and contract governance.

The successful candidate will act as a senior legal advisor to management, draft and negotiate complex real estate and commercial agreements, manage disputes, and lead process improvements to standardize templates and

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) is mandatory.
• An LLM or equivalent postgraduate degree is highly advantageous.
• Minimum of 12 years of post-qualification experience.
• Proven expertise in UAE real estate law, including Musataha and development agreements.

Responsabilidades

• Legal advisory & risk management: provide strategic legal guidance and ensure compliance with UAE laws and governance.
• Real estate transactions: draft, review and negotiate Musataha, land acquisitions, and leasing agreements.
• Commercial contracts: manage supplier, service, and operating agreements.
• Dispute resolution: oversee disputes, coordinate with external counsel, and lead settlements.
• Process improvement: maintain templates and optimize internal legal workflows.

Conocimientos

Real estate law

Contract negotiation

Risk management

Legal advisory

Regulatory compliance

Educación

LLB

LLM

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Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB); LLM or equivalent postgraduate qualification is an advantage. Minimum of 12 years of legal experience combining top-tier law firm and in-house exposure. Strong expertise in UAE real estate law, including Musataha agreements, leases, and development contracts.

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Complete Guide: Legal Counsel at Confidential Careers, Abu Dhabi

Confidential Careers is seeking a highly seasoned and expert Legal Counsel to support a large, diversified business group based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This senior-level in-house position is designed for a legal professional with extensive experience in real estate transactions, commercial contracts, and risk management within the UAE legal landscape.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will act as a key legal advisor to senior management and business units across the group's diverse operations. Primary duties include:

• Legal Advisory & Risk Management: Providing strategic legal advice on commercial decisions, identifying potential legal risks, and ensuring compliance with UAE laws and internal governance policies.
• Real Estate Transactions: Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex real estate agreements, with a specific focus on Musataha agreements, joint venture developments, land acquisitions, and retail/commercial leasing.
• Commercial Contracts: Managing a wide array of commercial agreements, including supplier contracts, service agreements, and operating contracts.
• Dispute Resolution: Overseeing dispute prevention strategies, managing litigation and claims in coordination with external legal counsel, and leading settlement negotiations.
• Process Improvement: Maintaining and updating standardized contract templates and optimizing internal legal workflows.

Eligibility & Requirements

To be considered for this high-profile role, candidates must meet the following stringent criteria:

• Educational Qualification: A Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) is mandatory. An LLM or equivalent postgraduate degree from a reputable university is highly advantageous.
• Professional Experience: A minimum of 12 years of post-qualification experience, ideally reflecting a blend of top-tier law firm training and in-house corporate experience.
• Subject Matter Expertise: Proven, deep-stated expertise in UAE real estate law, particularly with hands-on experience in drafting and negotiating Musataha and development agreements.
• Organizational Background: Prior experience working within large, diversified conglomerates or corporate groups is highly preferred.