Legal Specialist

Tabby; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A fintech company in the UAE is seeking a Legal Specialist to assist with legal documentation, contract management, and administrative support. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of experience in the UAE legal sector, a Bachelor’s in Law, and knowledge of UAE laws. Responsibilities include drafting contracts, conducting legal research, and maintaining legal files. The position offers flexible working hours, health insurance, and participation in an employee stock options program.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Employee stock options

Health insurance

Flexi perks for personal spending

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of legal experience in the UAE.
• Understanding of UAE laws and regulations.
• Strong organizational skills to manage tasks under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting and reviewing legal documents.
• Support contract lifecycle management.
• Conduct legal research on relevant laws.

Skills

Drafting legal documents

Contract management

Legal research

Knowledge of UAE laws

Communication skills in English and Arabic

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law

Tools

Contract management software

Job description

About us:

Tabby creates financial freedom in the way people shop, earn, and save, by reshaping their relationship with money. The company’s flagship offering allows shoppers to split their payments online and in-store with no interest or fees. Over 32,000 global brands and small businesses, including Amazon, Noon, IKEA, and Shein, use Tabby to accelerate growth and gain loyal customers by offering easy and flexible payments online and in stores. Tabby has generated over $7 billion in transaction volume for its partner brands and is the highest-rated, most-reviewed, largest, and fastest-growing app of any fintech in the GCC region.

Tabby launched operations in 2020 and has raised +$1 billion in equity and debt funding from global and regional investors.

About the role:

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Legal Specialist with 1-2 years of experience in the legal sector. The candidate must possess an understanding of relevant laws and regulations, excellent drafting skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. This role will involve assisting with legal documentation, contract management, and providing general administrative support to the legal department in the UAE office.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and organizing legal documents, including contracts, NDAs, MOUs, and corporate resolutions.
• Support the legal team with contract lifecycle management, including tracking execution, renewals, and terminations.
• Assisting in governance related matters, including drafting board resolutions, managing corporate records, and ensuring compliance with company bylaws.
• Conduct legal research and summarize findings on relevant laws, regulations, and compliance requirements along with providing support in relation to regulatory filings.
• Maintain legal files, databases, and documentation in an organized and secure manner.
• Liaise with external legal counsel and government agencies as required.
• Monitor and track changes in local laws and regulations that may impact the business.
• Assist in the development and implementation of internal policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks.
• Provide general administrative support to the legal department.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in Law or equivalent legal qualification.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of legal experience in the UAE
• Solid understanding of the UAE laws and regulatory landscape.
• Familiarity with contract management software or legal tech tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proactive, resourceful, and a team player with a high level of integrity and professionalism.

Job Benefits

• We offer flexible working hours and trust you to work enough hours to do your job well at times that suit you and your team.
• A working environment that gives you autonomy and responsibility from day one.
• You should be comfortable with the idea that the quality of your work will influence the shape of your career.
• Participation in the company’s employee stock options program.
• Health Insurance.
• Flexi Perks: a monetary benefit to spend on what matters most to you — health, well-being, education, or professional development.