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Our time to make ripples.

We are for the restless achievers. For those who thirst for success and more. For those who never stop trying. We are Masafi. And if you have what it takes, we are ready to take the next step with you.

Things we believe in :

Inclusivity & diversity

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we believe diversity, gender balance and inclusion lead to success.

Our people

We believe passionate people propel us forward, build our culture and drive our spirit of innovation.

Hard work, integrity & ownership

We believe hard work trumps everything. And honesty and taking total responsibility are the pillars of everything we do.

A glimpse of your typical workday

• Act as the primary point of contact for all legal matters across the group.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of legal agreements including commercial contracts, leases, NDAs, MOUs, and vendor agreements.
• Provide legal guidance on business operations, company structuring, and transactions such as acquisitions, partnerships, and investments.
• Ensure group compliance with applicable UAE laws, regulations, and corporate governance standards.
• Liaise with external legal counsel, regulators, and authorities as needed for litigation, arbitration, or licensing matters.
• Handle corporate secretarial functions such as drafting board resolutions, shareholder documents, and maintaining corporate records.
• Conduct risk assessments and provide proactive legal advice to senior management.
• Stay up to date on legal and regulatory developments relevant to the group’s operations.

What makes you stand out

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB); master’s or equivalent legal certification preferred.
• Minimum 5–8 years of legal experience, preferably with exposure to the UAE market and group-level operations.
• Proven ability to work independently in a standalone legal role.
• In-depth knowledge of UAE commercial, corporate, and labor laws.
• Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and legal advisory skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in English and Arabic required

The joys :

Workspace : We mix work and play with an exclusive gym and an inspiration zone filled with indoor games, library, bean bags and of course, piping hot coffee.

Game-changing leadership : We mentor and hone future leaders through agile, dynamic and people-focused training.

Enriching rewards : Besides bench-marking industry remuneration, we offer medical benefits and discounts on all Masafi products.

Focus on wellness : We not only insist on a great work-life balance but also accompany it with a lovely wellness program.

Our story

Masafi was born in the Hajar Mountains in the United Arab Emirates. And ever since, we’ve left a mark across the region and the world.

Back in 1976, Masafi was the first naturally sourced drinking water in the UAE. Today, our portfolio consists of the finest range of pure naturally sourced water, juices, tissue papers and anti-bacterial essentials.

While we have been the market leader for over 4 decades, we never take anything for granted. Every day, we work harder to deliver the finest products that are good for people and the planet too.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Inclusivity, diversity and gender balance are the cornerstones of our business just like, wellness, mindfulness and a healthy work-life balance.

Interested in growing your career with us? Take a look at some of our current openings. We can’t wait to hear from you.

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Seniority level

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Employment type

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Full-time

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Legal

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