Senior Paralegal - Real Estate

Michael Page; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation in Dubai seeks a Senior Paralegal to provide legal and administrative support while managing bilingual documentation and ensuring compliance. The ideal candidate has 10-15 years of experience, is fluent in English and Arabic, and possesses strong knowledge of contract law and corporate governance. An attractive compensation package is offered.

Benefits

Attractive compensation package

Opportunity to work closely with leadership

Qualifications

• 10 - 15 years as a paralegal or legal assistant in a corporate legal department, law firm, or in-house team.
• Fluent in English and Arabic.
• Strong knowledge of contract law, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance.
• Skilled in legal research, drafting, and document management systems.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive legal and administrative support to the Chief Legal Officer.
• Prepare, review, and execute agreements and maintain contract records.
• Assist with trade license renewals and board materials.
• Review and translate legal documents in English and Arabic.
• Conduct research on laws and regulations.

Skills

paralegal

legal operations

manager

real estate

Tools

Microsoft Office

legal software tools

Job description

Senior Paralegal

As Senior Paralegal, you will provide comprehensive legal and administrative support to the Chief Legal Officer and the wider legal team. This role is pivotal in managing bilingual documentation, contracts, governance, and compliance matters, while liaising with authorities, external counsel, and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth legal operations.

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

• Prepare, review, and execute agreements (NDAs, service agreements, leases), maintain contract records, and coordinate notarization and registration with authorities.
• Assist with trade license renewals, board materials, resolutions, powers of attorney, and ensure compliance with company formation regulations.
• Review and translate legal documents in English and Arabic, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and policies.
• Coordinate with government departments, free zone authorities, and external counsel for legal formalities and submissions.
• Conduct research on laws and regulations, prepare summaries, and provide recommendations to support case preparation and management reports.
• Maintain legal archives, track invoices and budgets, manage deadlines, and provide administrative assistance to the CLO and legal team.

Profile

• 10 - 15 years as a paralegal or legal assistant in a corporate legal department, law firm, or in-house team, preferably in real estate or corporate sectors.
• Must be fluent in English and Arabic.
• Strong knowledge of contract law, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance.Skilled in legal research, drafting, and document management systems.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities; able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of liaising with senior executives and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal software tools.

Job Offer

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

Skills

paralegal, legal operations, manager, real estate