Senior Legal Counsel

The Executive Centre; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A top flexible workspace provider in Abu Dhabi is looking for a Senior Legal Counsel to lead legal and compliance matters in the Middle East. The ideal candidate will have 7–10 years of relevant experience, a solid understanding of UAE legal frameworks, and excellent drafting skills. Responsibilities include managing real estate transactions and corporate governance, making this a key role for shaping the company's legal strategy.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years’ experience across real estate, corporate law, governance, and financing.
• Strong understanding of legal frameworks in the UAE; KSA experience is valued.
• Experience in company secretarial work and cross-border transactions.

Responsibilities

• Lead legal and compliance matters across the Middle East.
• Handle real estate transactions and corporate financing matters.
• Support employee relations and corporate governance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Excellent English drafting

Understanding of UAE legal frameworks

Education

LLB or equivalent

Tools

Legal research tools

Contract/entity management systems

Job description

About The Executive Centre

The Executive Centre (TEC) is Asia Pacific’s leading premium flexible workspace provider, delivering exceptional environments designed for productivity, collaboration, and growth. With a strong presence across major global business hubs, we continue to expand and innovate — and we’re looking for a dynamic legal professional to be part of our journey in Dubai.

The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Legal Counsel with 7–10 years of experience to lead legal and compliance matters across the Middle East, particularly the UAE and Saudi Arabia. This role is ideal for someone who brings strong analytical thinking, business alignment, and hands‑on expertise in the following areas.

Responsibilities

• Real estate transactions, especially commercial lease agreements
• Corporate and financing matters
• Vendor contracts and IP‑related agreements
• Legal governance, compliance, and records management
• Coordinating cross‑border legal matters with external counsel and internal stakeholders across APAC, India, and the Middle East
• You will also support employee relations and general corporate governance, helping to strengthen TEC’s legal framework and operational efficiency across multiple jurisdictions.

Qualifications

• LLB or equivalent, qualified in a recognized jurisdiction
• 7–10 years’ experience across real estate, corporate law, governance, and financing (in‑house or law firm)
• Strong understanding of UAE legal frameworks; KSA experience is highly valued
• Experience in company secretarial work and cross‑border transactions (Middle East, APAC, India)
• Excellent English drafting and communication skills; Arabic is an advantage
• Familiarity with legal research tools and contract/entity management systems
• High integrity, sound judgment, and strong stakeholder management skills