Senior Legal Advisor – Contracts & Compliance

OceanWave Maritime; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 63,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

OceanWave Maritime seeks a skilled Legal Advisor to join its Abu Dhabi team. The role provides legal guidance and supports the business in navigating regulatory requirements and risk management.

You will draft and review contracts, conduct legal research, and represent the company in legal proceedings while staying updated on local laws. English fluency is required; Arabic is a plus, and a biometric passport is required for this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years experience as Legal Advisor or similar role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Thorough knowledge of local laws and regulations.
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Fluent in English; Arabic a plus; biometric passport required.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and support to the company on various matters.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
• Draft and review contracts, agreements and policies.
• Conduct legal research on various issues.
• Represent the company in legal proceedings.
• Keep up-to-date with changes in local laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure legal compliance.

Skills

Legal advisory

Contract drafting

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Arabic

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law

Job description

OceanWave Maritime seeks a skilled Legal Advisor to join its Abu Dhabi team. The role provides legal guidance and supports the business in navigating regulatory requirements and risk management.

You will draft and review contracts, conduct legal research, and represent the company in legal proceedings while staying updated on local laws. English fluency is required; Arabic is a plus, and a biometric passport is required for this role.