Mid-Level Corporate / Commercial Lawyer

MENA Recruit Pty Ltd; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate development firm in the UAE is seeking an in-house lawyer to provide comprehensive legal support. The role includes drafting and negotiating agreements, advising on compliance issues, and collaborating with various teams. Ideal candidates will have 4–7 years of PQE and strong skills in contract negotiation, with bilingual proficiency in Arabic and English. Salary ranges from AED 30K to 35K per month.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of Post-Qualified Experience (PQE) in corporate and commercial law.
• Strong track record in contract drafting and negotiation in the UAE/GCC market.
• Ability to balance regulatory requirements with commercial needs.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements.
• Advise on compliance, governance, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide day-to-day corporate support including licensing and regulatory filings.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to solve legal issues.

Skills

Bilingual Arabic-English

Contract drafting and negotiation

Compliance management

Advisory and communication skills

Education

Law degree and qualification in relevant jurisdiction

Job description

Overview

We are recruiting for the in-house legal team for a leading real estate and destination development firm headquartered in the UAE. It operates across multiple business verticals, including real estate, hospitality & tourism, sports & leisure, and commercial/leisure destinations.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including supply, consultancy, and services contracts.
• Advise on compliance, governance, and regulatory requirements to support operations across the UAE and GCC.
• Provide day-to-day corporate support, including licensing and regulatory filings.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to deliver practical solutions to commercial and legal issues.

Qualifications

• Bilingual Arabic-English lawyer with 4–7 years of Post-Qualified Experience (PQE) in corporate and commercial law.
• Strong track record in contract drafting and negotiation in the UAE/GCC market.
• Ability to manage compliance and licensing matters, balancing regulatory requirements with commercial needs.
• Excellent advisory and communication skills with the ability to support multiple business units.

Salary: AED 30K–35K per month.