Senior Legal Counsel - Real Estate

Michael Page; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation in Dubai is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to provide expert legal support across corporate and commercial matters. This role involves drafting and reviewing agreements, advising on UAE law, and managing governance issues. The ideal candidate has 6-10 years of experience in corporate commercial law, particularly in real estate, with strong interpersonal skills. Attractive compensation and growth opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Attractive compensation package

Opportunity to work closely with leadership

Qualifications

• 6-10 years’ experience in corporate commercial law, with at least 5 years in the UAE.
• Strong understanding of UAE laws and civil code, with proven ability to apply them in complex transactions.
• Experience working across diverse sectors such as real estate, F&B, leisure, and fitness.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of corporate and commercial agreements.
• Advise on UAE laws and civil code compliance.
• Manage corporate governance matters, including board resolutions.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify and mitigate legal and commercial risks.

Skills

real estate

corporate commercial law

legal counsel

Job description

As Senior Legal Counsel, you will work closely with senior leadership, providing expert legal support across corporate and commercial matters. The role involves drafting, reviewing, and advising on a wide range of agreements, with particular exposure to real estate transactions and corporate governance matters.

Client Details

A leading organisation with a diverse portfolio spanning real estate, F&B, and leisure as well as a regional and international presence.

Description

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of corporate and commercial agreements, including real estate sales contracts, service agreements, and procurement-related documents.
• Advise on UAE laws and civil code compliance, ensuring all transactions and contracts meet regulatory requirements.
• Support business units across their portfolio of sectors, providing practical legal solutions aligned with commercial objectives.
• Manage corporate governance matters, including board resolutions, share transfers, and entity formation under supervision.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify and mitigate legal and commercial risks, offering strategic input during negotiations.
• Provide day‑to‑day legal advisory services, handling operational queries and ensuring timely, accurate guidance to business teams.

Profile

• 6‑10 years’ experience in corporate commercial law, with at least 5 years in the UAE.
• Strong understanding of UAE laws and civil code, with proven ability to apply them in complex transactions.
• Exposure to real estate matters, including reviewing and advising on sales agreements.
• Experience working across diverse sectors such as real estate, F&B, leisure, and fitness.
• Ability to work independently under supervision, managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Collaborative and composed, with strong interpersonal skills to engage with internal stakeholders.

Job Offer

• Attractive compensation package.
• Opportunity to work closely with leadership in a dynamic and growing organisation.

Skills

• real estate
• corporate commercial law
• legal counsel