Legal Counsel Retail Banking Group - Emirati Talent Only

Maseera; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Mashreq is recruiting a Legal Counsel (Retail Banking Group) exclusively for Emirati nationals. The role involves advising on retail banking products, drafting and negotiating legal documents, and ensuring regulatory compliance within the UAE banking sector.

Ideal candidates hold a Law Degree with at least 3 years post-qualification experience and demonstrate strong English and Arabic communication, along with proficiency in legal research and document management tools; familiarity with internal

Qualifications

• Law degree and full professional qualification.
• Minimum 3 years post-qualification legal experience.
• Strong command of English and Arabic.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on retail banking products and transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents and amendments.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with UAE banking laws.
• Collaborate with Business Units to align legal strategy.
• Maintain organized records using internal tools.

Skills

Legal research

Document management

Computer literacy

English & Arabic comms

Education

Law Degree

Tools

App4Legal

Job description

Legal Counsel Retail Banking Group - Emirati Talent Only

Legal Counsel (Retail Banking Group) - Emirati Talent OnlyMOrganising Institution / FirmMashreqRolling Basis (Official)United Arab EmiratesNot SpecifiedEmirati national; Law Degree; Post-qualification experience of at least 3 years; Proficiency in English and Arabic; Computer literacy.Legal Counsel JobFull Opportunity BriefLegal Counsel (Retail Banking Group) - Emirati Talent OnlyMashreq is recruiting a Legal Counsel to provide specialized legal support to the Retail Banking Group (RBG). This full-time, mid-seniority role is exclusively open to Emirati nationals and focuses on advising on retail banking products, drafting legal documentation, and ensuring regulatory compliance within the UAE banking sector.Key Eligibility CriteriaNationality: Emirati national only.Education: Law Degree.Experience: Minimum 3 years of post-qualification legal experience.Languages: Strong verbal and written communication skills in both English and Arabic.Skills: Proficiency in legal research, document management tools, and various computer applications.Responsibilities & Scope of WorkProvide legal advice on retail banking products including deposits, investments, credit cards, personal loans, mortgages, and money transfers.Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents such as facility offer letters, terms and conditions, and amendments.Review documents to establish customer capacity and due authority (POA, board resolutions, commercial licenses).Monitor and interpret laws and regulations affecting retail banking operations.Collaborate with Business Units, Credit Risk, Compliance, and Operations teams to align legal advice with business objectives.Maintain organized records of legal matters using internal tools (e.g., App4Legal).