Senior Legal Counsel - Real Estate / 8 -10 PQE

Qataryello; Dubai; On-site; AED 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Dubai-based real estate group is seeking an experienced legal professional to provide legal advice on acquisitions and leases, conduct due diligence, and ensure compliance with UAE real estate laws. Ideal candidates will have 8-10 years of experience, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to manage complex legal issues independently. This role offers opportunities to work with internal teams and government entities in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 8 - 10 years PQE with a mix of law firm and in-house experience.
• Strong understanding of UAE real estate laws.
• Experience advising senior management and working with regulatory bodies.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on acquisitions and leases.
• Conduct legal due diligence and identify regulatory risks.
• Liaise with government entities to ensure project compliance.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical abilities

Problem-solving abilities

Stakeholder management

Education

Qualified in a common law jurisdiction

Job description

Overview

The company is a leading Dubai-based real estate group known for its design-led, high-value projects across luxury residential and commercial sectors. The company is structured to deliver excellence through innovation, with a collaborative legal team supporting its strategic growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on acquisitions, leases, joint ventures, and development contracts
• Conduct thorough legal due diligence and identify regulatory risks
• Collaborate with internal teams and external counsel to manage legal aspects of transactions
• Liaise with government entities to ensure project compliance
• Resolve legal disputes through negotiation, settlement, or litigation
• Support zoning, permitting, and land use matters for development projects
• Develop internal legal policies and deliver training on real estate law and risk management

Qualifications

• 8 - 10 years PQE with a mix of law firm and in-house experience
• Qualified in a common law jurisdiction (UK, Ireland, Australia, NZ, South Africa)
• Strong understanding of UAE real estate laws, zoning, and development regulations
• Experience in real estate or development sectors is an advantage
• Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• Experience advising senior management and working with regulatory bodies
• Ability to work under pressure and manage complex legal issues independently