Legal Counsel

MAJID AL FUTTAIM; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional market player in Dubai is seeking a Legal Counsel to provide legal, compliance, and risk advisory services. The ideal candidate will have a law degree, at least 2 years of legal experience, and strong knowledge of compliance and business concepts. Responsibilities include researching legal issues, drafting contracts, and supporting regulatory filings. Join a diverse team in a friendly environment to build memorable experiences.

Benefits

Friendly work environment

Diverse and talented colleagues

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of substantive legal experience in a law firm or corporate legal environment.
• Strong understanding of legal, compliance, and business concepts relevant to the role.
• Demonstrates integrity and upholds the highest ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal, compliance, and risk advisory support to business stakeholders.
• Research and analyze complex legal and regulatory issues.
• Draft and review contracts and legal documents.

Skills

Legal knowledge

Compliance expertise

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Education

Law degree with admission to practice

Job description

Overview

JOB TITLE
Legal Counsel | Emirati Talent | Majid Al Futtaim Holding | Legal

ROLE SUMMARY
The Legal Counsel supports Majid Al Futtaim by providing legal, compliance, and risk advisory services to business stakeholders. The role involves researching legal issues, drafting and reviewing contracts and documents, supporting regulatory filings, and responding to business queries. Working closely with senior legal leaders, the position requires strong collaboration, attention to detail, and delivery of practical, business-focused legal support.

ROLE PROFILE

Responsibilities

• Provide legal, compliance, and risk advisory support to business stakeholders across the organization
• Research and analyze complex legal and regulatory issues and monitor changes in laws and requirements
• Draft, review, and support negotiation of contracts, legal documents, and correspondence
• Respond to legal queries from internal clients under guidance of senior legal leadership
• Support senior counsel on day-to-day legal matters and emerging business challenges
• Assist with regulatory filings and ensure timely and accurate submissions
• Contribute to legal and compliance training initiatives for business teams
• Leverage data, technology, and efficient processes to enhance legal service delivery and governance

Qualifications

• Law degree with admission to practice and good standing in relevant jurisdictions
• Minimum 2 years of substantive legal experience in a law firm or corporate legal environment
• Strong understanding of legal, compliance, and business concepts relevant to the role
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders
• Demonstrates integrity in every action and upholds the highest ethical standards
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities while collaborating effectively

What We Offer

• At Majid Al Futtaim, we’re on a mission to create great moments, to spread happiness, to build experiences that stay in our memories for a lifetime. We’re proud to say that over the past 27 years, we have built a reputation as a regional market leader in what we do. Join us!
• Work in a friendly environment, where everyone shares positive vibes and excited about our future.
• Work with over 45,000 diverse and talented colleagues, all guided by our Leadership Model.