Sales Manager

Wefee1 Technology DMCC; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Senior Legal Counsel to join their dynamic Family Office in Dubai. This role presents an exciting opportunity to navigate corporate governance and compliance across multiple jurisdictions, particularly focusing on UAE and Hong Kong regulations. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in corporate law, with at least six years of experience, and will be responsible for managing corporate registrations, immigration matters, and ensuring compliance with local laws. This position offers a hybrid working environment, making it perfect for a legal professional eager to take on a challenging and rewarding career while making a significant impact in a multi-jurisdictional context.

Benefits

Exposure to multi-jurisdictional legal practices

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in corporate law and contract management.
• Strong knowledge of UAE corporate law and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal guidance on corporate registrations and compliance in the UAE.
• Manage immigration matters and oversee operational legal issues.

Skills

Corporate Law

Contract Management

Drafting Skills

Negotiation Skills

Problem-Solving Abilities

Organizational Skills

Multi-Jurisdictional Responsibilities

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB)

Advanced Legal Qualifications

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Legal Counsel to join a dynamic Family Office in Dubai. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work across multiple jurisdictions, focusing on corporate governance and compliance in the UAE (70%) and Hong Kong (30%). The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 6 years of experience in corporate law, with a strong understanding of UAE free zone regulations (DIFC, DMCC, ADGM) and a background in Hong Kong legal frameworks being a significant advantage. You will handle corporate registrations, immigration matters, and contract management while ensuring compliance with local laws and managing cross-border operations. This position features a hybrid working environment for a legal professional ready for a challenging and rewarding career.

UAE Operations :

• Provide legal guidance on daily operational matters within the UAE.
• Handle corporate registrations, resolutions, and compliance matters.
• Ensure compliance with free zone regulations in key jurisdictions, including Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC), and Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM).
• Manage relationships with service providers (telecommunications, utilities, etc.).
• Oversee immigration matters, including visa monitoring and renewals.
• Address other technical and regulatory issues for UAE operations.
• Draft and review corporate resolutions.
• Assist in preparing and translating documentation for KYC and related requests.

Hong Kong Operations :

• Provide legal support for obtaining tax rulings and certificates in Hong Kong.
• Facilitate the structuring and management of assets under Hong Kong jurisdiction.
• Oversee corporate and legal compliance for the Hong Kong entity, including registrations and governance matters.
• Manage immigration and operational issues for the Hong Kong office.
• Coordinate with service providers for operational support.
• Address lease agreements and labor law matters related to Hong Kong personnel.

Reporting to : Head of Legal

Requirements :

• Education : Bachelors degree in Law (LLB or equivalent); advanced legal qualifications are a plus.
• Experience : Minimum of 6 years of experience in corporate law and contract management, preferably within the UAE free zones (DIFC, DMCC, ADGM) and / or Hong Kong.
• Legal Expertise :
• Strong knowledge of UAE corporate and commercial law.
• Experience in English law is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with Hong Kong laws is a significant advantage.
• Experience with real estate transactions is advantageous.
• Languages : Proficiency in English and Russian is mandatory; knowledge of Arabic is highly desirable.
• Skills :
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle multi-jurisdictional responsibilities.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits :

• Exposure to multi-jurisdictional legal practices.