Paralegal

Kin-Tec Global Recruitment; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced Paralegal to provide legal support across corporate operations. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in legal support roles, preferably in international corporate settings, and must hold an LLB or LLM. Responsibilities include managing contracts, compliance documentation, and assisting with legal queries. The role may involve some travel, particularly to Sharjah Hamriyah Freezone.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in legal support roles, including private practice and in-house settings.
• Exposure to international corporate structures, preferably in energy, infrastructure, or construction sectors.
• Experience managing governance and compliance documentation across multiple jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Support legal and compliance teams in managing contracts and regulatory filings.
• Maintain and update legal documentation and compliance records.
• Assist with internal and external legal queries.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and local laws.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

LLB or LLM from a UK university or equivalent

Paralegal certification (e.g., NALP, ILEX)

Job description

Paralegal

Location: Jebel Ali, UAE (with occasional travel to Sharjah Hamriyah Freezone)

We are seeking an experienced Paralegal to provide high-quality legal support across our corporate operations.

Qualifications

• LLB or LLM from a UK university or equivalent from a common law jurisdiction
• Paralegal certification (e.g., NALP, ILEX, or local equivalent) is advantageous

Experience & Skills

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in legal support roles, including private practice and in-house settings
• Exposure to international corporate structures, preferably in energy, infrastructure, or construction sectors (EPCI or similar)
• Experience managing governance and compliance documentation across multiple jurisdictions
• Strong organisational, communication, and attention-to-detail skills

Key Responsibilities

• Support legal and compliance teams in managing contracts, corporate governance, and regulatory filings
• Maintain and update legal documentation and compliance records for multiple jurisdictions
• Assist with internal and external legal queries, liaising with stakeholders as needed
• Ensure adherence to company policies, local laws, and international best practices