Paralegal_French Speaker

SecurityTech; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security technology firm in Dubai is seeking a proactive Paralegal to support their legal team. The role involves document drafting, legal research, and compliance assistance in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Law and 2-5 years of relevant experience. Excellent organizational skills and discretion are essential for handling sensitive information. The position promotes inclusivity and warmly welcomes diverse applicants.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-5 years of experience as a paralegal or legal assistant, preferably in the UAE.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Arabic and/or French is an advantage.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Research and compile information on legal compliance and data privacy topics.
• Create and revise legal documents such as NDAs.
• Maintain and organize confidential legal records.
• Manage document filing and update databases.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law or related field

Job description

Scope and Purpose

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Paralegal to support our legal team in a fast-paced and dynamic environment in Dubai. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of the regulatory environment in the UAE and possess excellent organizational and communication skills. This role involves assisting with document drafting administrative support and legal research.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and compile information on legal compliance and data privacy topics to support the Head of Department (HOD) and the team.
• Create and revise legal documents such as Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs).
• Maintain and systematically organize confidential legal records.
• Keep abreast of legal and regulatory changes in the UAE.
• Offer comprehensive administrative support to the legal and compliance team including:
  • Manage the document filing
  • Organize and maintain physical folders
  • Manage and updating the internal contract database
  • Manage and updating the business partner database
  • Manage and updating the company SharePoint with current subsidiary information
  • Organize and maintain confidential legal records.
• Perform screenings and handle the renewal or filing of due diligence documents.
• Assist colleagues in gathering submitting and renew of documents
• Collaborate with peers from other departments to gather documents for business partners.
• Collaborate with peers from other departments on different matters related to legal compliance and data privacy.
• Aid colleagues in completing and renewing Know Your Customer (KYC) processes.
• Manage and file corporate documents ensuring availability to colleagues as needed.

Job Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Law Legal Studies or a related field.
• Minimum 25 years of experience as a paralegal or legal assistant preferably in the UAE.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Arabic and or French is an advantage.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and time management skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Experience in corporate commercial and banking is advantageous.

We are an equal opportunity employer! We promote diversity in all its forms and create an inclusive work environment free from prejudice, discrimination, and harassment in which all employees feel a sense of belonging. We warmly welcome all applications regardless of gender, age, race or ethnic origin, social and cultural background, religion, disability, and sexual orientation.