Senior Legal Counsel: Real Estate Dev & JVs

Majid Al Futtaim; Dubai; On-site; AED 334,800 - 468,720; Full time

Job summary

Majid Al Futtaim in Dubai is looking for a Senior Legal Counsel to lead the legal support for the Development Business Unit. The role involves managing complex real estate transactions, advising senior stakeholders, and ensuring legal compliance across UAE operations.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's in Law and at least 10 years of experience in real estate and development transactions. This position offers a unique opportunity in a collaborative environment with potential for career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of post-qualification experience within a reputable law firm and or real estate development company.
• Strong experience in complex real estate and development transactions in the UAE with regional exposure.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary legal support to the Development Business Unit.
• Lead and manage legal aspects of high-value real estate developments.
• Provide pragmatic legal advice to senior stakeholders.
• Identify, assess, and manage legal risks.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex contracts.

Skills

Real estate transactions

Legal risk assessment

Contract negotiation

Bilingual proficiency in Arabic and English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law

LLM or MBA

Job description

Majid Al Futtaim in Dubai is looking for a Senior Legal Counsel to lead the legal support for the Development Business Unit. The role involves managing complex real estate transactions, advising senior stakeholders, and ensuring legal compliance across UAE operations.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's in Law and at least 10 years of experience in real estate and development transactions. This position offers a unique opportunity in a collaborative environment with potential for career growth.