Legal Counsel Commercial

Talent Bridge HR Consultancy Dubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the gas distribution sector is seeking a Legal and Commercial Contracts Executive to manage a variety of contractual and regulatory matters. This pivotal role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts while ensuring compliance with UAE laws. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with legal, procurement, and sales teams, contributing to risk mitigation and legal decision-making. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team, where your expertise in contract law will play a crucial role in safeguarding the company's interests and supporting its growth in a competitive market.

Benefits

Competitive tax-free salary

Health insurance

Annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of experience in legal/commercial contracts role.
• Strong knowledge of UAE laws and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate various contracts ensuring compliance.
• Provide legal support on governance and regulatory compliance.

Skills

UAE contract law

drafting contracts

negotiation skills

legal analysis

analytical thinking

interpersonal skills

communication skills

attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB)

Master's Degree or Legal Certification

Tools

MS Office

contract management systems

Job description

Legal and Commercial Contracts Executive Gas Distribution Jobs in Dubai

Location: Dubai United Arab Emirates
Industry: Gas Distribution / Energy Sector
Job Type: FullTime
Reports To: Legal Manager / Head of Commercial & Legal Affairs

Job Description:

A leading gas distribution company in Dubai is seeking a Legal and Commercial Contracts Executive to manage and oversee a wide range of contractual legal and regulatory matters. This role is responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, ensuring compliance with UAE laws and supporting commercial teams in risk mitigation and legal decision-making.

The successful candidate will work closely with the legal, procurement, sales, and operations teams, contributing to projects and safeguarding the company’s legal and commercial interests.

Key Responsibilities:Contract Management

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts including supply agreements, NDAs, subcontractor, and consultancy contracts.
• Ensure contracts are legally sound, commercially viable, and aligned with UAE laws and industry regulations.
• Monitor and manage contractual obligations, renewals, and deliverables across projects.

Legal Advisory & Compliance

• Provide legal support on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and contract disputes.
• Stay updated on UAE commercial, civil, labor, and energy laws relevant to gas and utilities sectors.
• Ensure compliance with Dubai Municipality, DEWA, and other local authority regulations.

Risk Management & Dispute Resolution

• Identify legal and commercial risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Support dispute resolution, arbitration, and litigation processes.
• Liaise with external legal counsel when required for escalated legal matters.

Commercial & Project Support

• Support commercial teams in negotiations, bid preparation, and tender review.
• Advise on legal aspects of client and vendor claims, contract variations, and communications.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align legal documentation with project requirements.

Document Control & Reporting

• Maintain a centralized legal contracts database and archiving system.
• Track and report on contract status, compliance metrics, and risk exposure.
• Prepare legal summaries, reports, and updates for management.

Candidate Requirements:Education & Certification

• Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) Required.
• Master's Degree or Legal Certification (e.g. LPC, Bar) Preferred.

Experience

• 3-6 years of experience in a legal/commercial contracts role.
• Prior experience in the gas, energy, utilities, or construction sectors.
• Proven ability in drafting and negotiating technical and commercial contracts.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of UAE contract law, FIDIC, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and legal analysis skills.
• High attention to detail and analytical thinking.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Proficient in MS Office and contract management systems.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic is a plus.

Benefits & Compensation:

• Competitive tax-free salary based on experience.
• Health insurance and annual leave as per UAE labor law.
• Professional development opportunities within a growing company.

To Apply:

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