Legal Counsel

talabat; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled legal professional to provide comprehensive legal advice and services. This role involves drafting and negotiating contracts, managing litigation cases, and ensuring compliance with UAE laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in legal affairs within an e-commerce or technology-driven industry, with excellent project management and negotiation skills. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to the company's success in navigating complex legal landscapes and fostering compliance across various business initiatives.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of experience in a legal role, preferably in e-commerce or tech.
• In-depth knowledge of UAE laws and regulations for at least 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review contracts related to business activities.
• Manage litigation cases and collaborate with external law firms.
• Conduct analysis of regulatory decisions impacting the company.

Skills

Project Management

Negotiation

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in law

LLM (advantageous)

Job description

Provides a full range of legal advice and services. Responsibilities are within the Legal Function as a generalist or in a combination of Disciplines.

Commercial and Corporate Legal Affairs :

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and documents related to the Company’s business activities (services, suppliers, branding / marketing, leasing, vendors, confidentiality, IP, employment).
• Assist the legal manager in conducting legal research and drafting legal opinions regarding different legal matters.
• Assess potential legal risks and implications of contracts and bring them to management's attention.
• Provide expert legal advice on contractual, commercial, and legislative matters to business units and management.
• Support in-depth legal analysis of company projects and business initiatives to identify potential risks and recommend compliance and mitigation solutions.
• Support research, drafting, and negotiation of legal documents related to Corporate Law, Commercial Law, Compliance, Contracts, Corporate Governance, and International Law.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards, such as consumer protection and IP.

Litigation Management :

• Delegate and manage litigation cases or investigations with external law firms.
• Provide necessary evidence or documents to support external law firms, collaborating with relevant business units.
• Submit police reports and coordinate with government relations department and PA team.
• Provide guidance on potential legal risks associated with lawsuits and/or investigations to management and stakeholders.
• Cultivate relationships with local law firms for prompt and relevant counsel.
• Seek assistance from local law firms in drafting and revising contracts posing regulatory or compliance risks.

Regulatory Affairs :

• Conduct in-depth analysis of decisions, actions, or regulations initiated by local regulatory authorities that may impact the Company.
• Provide recommendations to ensure compliance and risk mitigation.
• Manage or support in responding to inquiries and/or investigations by local regulatory authorities, liaising with external law firms as needed.
• Represent the company before regulatory authorities when required.
• Evaluate regulatory authorization requirements and create compliance checklists for new products and projects as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in law from a reputable institution is mandatory. Additional qualifications such as an LLM are advantageous.
• Minimum of 4-5 years of progressive experience in a legal role, preferably within an e-commerce or technology-driven industry or an international law firm.
• In-depth knowledge of UAE laws and regulations for at least 3 years.
• Excellent project management, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities, with the capacity to assess legal risks, analyze regulatory requirements, and develop practical solutions to mitigate compliance risks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proactive, adaptable, and results-oriented mindset, committed to delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines and evolving regulatory environments.
• Fluency in English and Arabic is required.