Legal Counsel – Hospitality & Leisure, UAE (In‑House)

Taylor Root; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a commercial contracts lawyer for a unique leisure project in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE. The role involves drafting and reviewing commercial agreements, providing strategic legal advice, and managing external counsel. Suitable candidates will have a common law qualification with 4-10 years of PQE, and in-house experience is preferred. This high-profile and ambitious venture promises varied and rewarding work, making it an exciting opportunity for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• PQE guideline of 4-10 years in commercial law.
• In-house experience strongly preferred.
• Generalist skill set across various commercial contracts.
• Current UAE residence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review commercial agreements across various sectors.
• Provide strategic legal advice to internal business units.
• Manage external counsel.
• Support operational matters across the project.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Drafting skills

Commercial contracts knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Common law qualification

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a commercial contracts lawyer for a unique leisure project in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE. The role involves drafting and reviewing commercial agreements, providing strategic legal advice, and managing external counsel. Suitable candidates will have a common law qualification with 4-10 years of PQE, and in-house experience is preferred. This high-profile and ambitious venture promises varied and rewarding work, making it an exciting opportunity for the right candidate.