Senior Legal Counsel

Client of Beresford Wilson Partners Bwp; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UAE is seeking a legal professional to provide comprehensive legal support across various sectors, including contract negotiation and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will manage legal risks and offer strategic counsel, ensuring adherence to laws in the MENA region. Strong negotiation skills and fluency in English are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Strong legal expertise required for contract negotiation and regulatory advice.
• Experience in maritime law and corporate governance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support and manage litigation for major projects.
• Draft contracts and ensure compliance with applicable laws.
• Handle contentious and non-contentious legal matters.

Skills

Legal Expertise

Effective Communication

Negotiation Skills

Fluency in English

Job description

Provide comprehensive legal support, including contract negotiation, regulatory advice, and collaboration with stakeholders in the MENA/MEA region. The role requires strong legal expertise and effective communication skills.

Assist in legal advisory, manage litigation, draft contracts, and ensure compliance with applicable laws. Support business objectives through strategic legal counsel and stakeholder engagement.

Manage legal risks in Global Markets and Group Funding by providing legal support, drafting necessary documentation, and ensuring adherence to regulations.

The role involves handling both contentious and non-contentious legal matters, such as litigation, arbitration, and mediation for major projects.

Offer legal counsel on maritime law, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance. The position requires strong negotiation skills and fluency in English.