Legal Counsel, Dubai

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; Dubai; On-site; AED 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Legal Counsel to join their dynamic team in Dubai. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide high-quality legal services across diverse business areas including Energy Systems, Maritime, and Digital Solutions. As a key business partner, you will navigate complex legal challenges, ensuring compliance while fostering strong relationships with stakeholders. This position promises a rewarding career path in a supportive environment that values diversity and professional growth. If you are a motivated legal professional looking to make an impact in a thriving organization, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible Work Arrangements

Generous Paid Leaves

Medical Insurance

Pension Policy

Mobile Phone Reimbursement

Car Allowances

Housing Allowances

Health/Fitness Club Subsidy

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in corporate legal affairs.
• Strong communication skills and a pragmatic approach to legal matters.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate commercial agreements across various business areas.
• Advise on statutory laws and regulations affecting the company.

Skills

Commercial Law

Contract Negotiation

Litigation Support

Regulatory Compliance

Intellectual Property

Education

Law Degree from a Respected Institution

Professional Legal Training

Job description

The Legal Counsel will report to the Head of DNV Group Legal Region Middle East & Asia Pacific in Singapore and will be part of a highly skilled and motivated team responsible for providing high-quality legal services and advice to the DNV Group in the Middle East & Asia Pacific Region. In this role, you will primarily focus on DNV's Inspection Business but will also advise all business areas (Energy Systems, Maritime, Digital Solutions, Accelerator, Supply Chain, Product Assurance, and Business Assurance) and support shared service functions. As a member of Group Legal, you will collaborate closely with other lawyers regionally and at Head Office.

As Legal Counsel in Dubai, you will provide legal support, engaging directly with DNV managers and employees at all levels, actively supporting the business in daily challenges.

You will analyze and identify legal risks related to:

1. Contractual matters including drafting and negotiations
2. Intellectual Property Rights
3. Claims handling and litigation
4. Procurement
5. Regulatory issues

Responsibilities include:

1. Promoting DNV's purpose, vision, and values, and advising on business procedures and policies
2. Drafting, negotiating, and concluding various commercial agreements across all business areas
3. Liaising with clients' legal advisors for negotiations and finalizations
4. Supporting litigation and dispute resolution efforts
5. Advising on statutory laws, regulations, and judicial developments in the region
6. Supporting M&A activities, including restructuring and divestments
7. Managing external counsel effectively
8. Developing and delivering legal training to internal stakeholders
9. Driving improvements in internal processes and governance
10. Communicating effectively with senior management and clients to build positive relationships

Additional benefits include:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Generous paid leaves and various insurance policies
• Additional benefits such as allowances, health subsidies, and professional development support

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications:

• Legal training and experience from a top law firm or a reputable in-house legal department
• Qualified lawyer with 3-5 years of experience in commercial and corporate law
• Excellent academic credentials
• Proficiency in English; Arabic skills are advantageous
• Structured, pragmatic work approach

Personality and skills:

• Strong communication and commercial acumen
• Independent and stakeholder-engaged
• Experience in the UAE or GCC countries
• Location in or willingness to relocate to Dubai
• Ability to work under pressure with attention to detail
• Client-focused, self-motivated, and innovative
• Commercial and pragmatic legal mindset
• Willingness to develop wider legal skills and utilize AI tools
• Critical thinker, responsible, and flexible with travel requirements
• Open, straightforward, with a good sense of humor

The successful candidate will play a key role in managing legal risks across our MEA APAC operations, working closely with regional leaders and reporting to the Head of DNV Group Legal Region MEA APAC in Singapore.