Job Title: Senior Paralegal – Real Estate / Asset Management
Location: Onsite, Major Development Project – Dera, UAE
Salary: AED 20,000 – 30,000 per month (depending on experience)
Languages Required: Fluent in English and Arabic (both written and spoken)
About the Company: We are representing a leading real estate and asset management organization with a strong presence in the UAE. The company is renowned for its large-scale developments, high-quality property services, and long-term vision for integrated real estate solutions. They are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Paralegal to join their legal team supporting a flagship project in Dera.
About the Role: As a Senior Paralegal, you will work closely with the in-house legal and asset management teams to support a wide range of legal and operational functions related to property and facilities management. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented legal professional with a strong background in real estate contracts and bilingual fluency in English and Arabic.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft, review, and revise a variety of legal documents, with a strong focus on lease agreements, tenancy contracts, and property-related documentation.
- Provide bilingual legal drafting and translation (Arabic and English) to ensure legal accuracy and compliance with local regulations.
- Assist with legal matters related to leasing, property maintenance, tenant relations, and facilities management.
- Liaise with internal teams including asset management, customer service, and facilities operations to ensure alignment on legal documentation.
- Maintain up-to-date records of contracts and legal files, ensuring efficient document management.
- Support the in-house legal counsel with research, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance.
Requirements:
- Minimum 5 years’ experience as a paralegal or legal executive, ideally within a real estate, asset management, or property development environment.
- Proven experience drafting and reviewing lease agreements and other property-related contracts in both Arabic and English.
- Strong understanding of UAE real estate laws and regulatory environment.
- Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to work independently in a small legal team onsite.
What’s on Offer:
- Competitive salary in the range of AED 20,000 – 30,000/month (based on experience).
- Opportunity to work on a high-profile real estate project with a well-established and respected organization.
- Supportive team environment and long-term career development opportunities.