Senior Legal Counsel - Real Estate & Construction

RAYNE; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in legal resourcing solutions is looking for a Senior Legal Counsel for a 6-month secondment in Abu Dhabi. The role focuses on supporting large-scale residential and commercial projects with legal expertise in real estate and construction matters. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in UAE law and the ability to navigate complex regulatory frameworks, ensuring compliance while managing key projects.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in UAE or GCC real estate and construction law.
• Fluent in English; Arabic language skills preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Advise on land acquisition, development, and leasing.
• Guide internal stakeholders on regulatory compliance.
• Work closely with senior business teams on high-impact projects.

Skills

Real Estate Law

Construction Law

Legal Compliance

Regulatory Knowledge

Project Management

Education

PQE 5–10 years

Job description

RAYNE Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

We are seeking a commercially minded Senior Legal Counsel to join our client on a 6 month in-house secondment based in Abu Dhabi . This role will support large-scale residential and commercial projects across the Emirates and requires hands-on legal expertise in both real estate and construction matters.

You will advise internal stakeholders across land acquisition, off-plan developments, construction, leasing, and regulatory compliance, with direct exposure to senior business teams and high-impact projects.

Qualifications :

• 5–10 years PQE, admitted in a common law or regional jurisdiction.
• Extensive experience in real estate and construction law within the UAE or GCC.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC and bespoke construction contracts, as well as real estate transaction structures (SPA, lease, off-plan sales).
• Experience liaising with DLD, RERA, Dubai Municipality, and other UAE regulatory bodies.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and manage multiple concurrent projects.
• Fluent in English; Arabic language skills highly preferred.
• Previous in-house experience within real estate development or infrastructure sectors preferred.

If you are looking for a fixed term assignment in the Middle East, we would love to hear from you!

Company Description

RAYNE is changing the way leading multinationals, start-ups, and government entities across the Middle East access high-calibre legal talent through flexible resourcing solutions. We connect exceptional Legal professionals with businesses that need specialised support on critical projects and contracts. Our approach enables companies to engage top-tier expertise without long-term commitments, while also giving professionals the flexibility to work in a way that supports their career and lifestyle goals, prioritising balance.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Job function

Legal

Legal Services

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Senior Legal Counsel • Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates