Senior UAE Commercial Counsel & Compliance

Confidential Company; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Company in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE seeks an experienced Legal Counsel to draft, review and negotiate commercial contracts and purchase terms, while ensuring compliance with UAE Labour Law and regulations. You will advise management on legal structuring and risk mitigation across multiple entities.

The role requires handling disputes, coordinating with external law firms, and maintaining critical corporate documentation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–10 years of relevant legal experience.
• Experience in a diversified group with multiple entities is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of UAE Labour Law and commercial laws.
• Experience coordinating with external law firms, courts and government authorities.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate commercial contracts, agreements and purchase terms.
• Provide legal advice and negotiate terms with suppliers, contractors, customers and partners.
• Ensure compliance with UAE Labour Law and other applicable UAE laws.
• Prepare formal notices, claims and responses to safeguard and enforce legal rights.
• Manage litigation and dispute resolution in the UAE and coordinate with external counsel.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Legal compliance

Risk assessment

UAE Labour Law

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB/JD)

Bar admission (preferred)

Job description

Confidential Company in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE seeks an experienced Legal Counsel to draft, review and negotiate commercial contracts and purchase terms, while ensuring compliance with UAE Labour Law and regulations. You will advise management on legal structuring and risk mitigation across multiple entities.

The role requires handling disputes, coordinating with external law firms, and maintaining critical corporate documentation.