Legal Director (Corporate)

TalentsTide; Dubai; In loco; AED 1.100.000 - 1.600.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

TalentsTide is seeking a Legal Director (Corporate) in Dubai to lead legal support for corporate and commercial matters. You will report to the Head of Legal and shape strategy, governance, and risk management across the business.

With 10+ years PQE and qualification as a solicitor in England & Wales or an equivalent jurisdiction, you will draft and negotiate key agreements, manage IP portfolios, and coordinate with external counsel on international projects. Dubai expertise is essential.

Competenze

• 10 years of post-qualification experience in corporate/commercial law.
• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales or an equivalent jurisdiction.
• Strong knowledge of corporate governance and contract negotiations.

Mansioni

• Provide legal support across corporate and commercial matters and advise senior management.
• Draft, review and negotiate corporate and commercial agreements including MOUs and contracts.
• Oversee the company IP portfolio and ensure risk mitigations are in place.
• Advise on corporate structures, governance and related activities.
• Coordinate with external counsel for international projects as needed.
• Identify and escalate material legal risks to the Head of Legal.

Conoscenze

Corporate law

Commercial acumen

Governance

Formazione

Solicitor qualification (England & Wales or equivalent)

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Location:

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Work Mode:

On-site

Date Posted:

1 October 2026

Job Description / Role:

The Legal Director (Corporate) will be responsible for providing legal support to the business on all corporate and commercial legal matters. This role reports directly to the Head of Legal.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal support and strategic advice to the business across corporate and commercial matters, including advising senior management on key and legacy matters.
• Lead the drafting, review and negotiation of corporate and commercial agreements on a day-to-day basis, including MOUs, transactional documents and business contracts.
• Manage and oversee the business intellectual property portfolio.
• Identify, assess and mitigate legal risks, ensuring material risks are appropriately addressed and escalated to the business and Head of Legal.
• Advise the business on corporate structures, governance and other corporate activities.
• Manage and coordinate with external counsel and counter-parties where required, specifically for any international projects.

Experience Required:

10 years of post-qualification experience

Education Qualifications:

Qualified as a Solicitor in England & Wales and/or other relevant jurisdiction.

Skills Required:

• Thorough knowledge of corporate laws and practices in Dubai.

Employment / Job Type:

Full Time

Nationality:

Any Nationality

About the Company:

A recruitment and talent solutions provider supporting employers with hiring across commercial, technical and administrative roles. It helps organisations in the Gulf identify, assess and place candidates for permanent and contract positions.

Company Industry:

Legal

Department / Functional Area:

Legal

Closing Date:

3 November 2026