In-House Legal Counsel 

Job Description

REQUIREMENTS

Experience

• Minimum 8–12 years of post-qualification legal experience.
• Minimum 5 years of UAE experience in corporate and commercial law.
• Prior experience working as in-house legal counsel for a holding company, investment company or diversified business group is highly preferred.
• Experience advising on corporate governance, investments, commercial contracts and real estate matters.

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) is mandatory.
• Master’s Degree in Law (LLM) will be an advantage.
• Admission to practice law in home jurisdiction is preferred.

Technical Knowledge

Strong knowledge of:

• UAE Commercial Companies Law
• UAE Commercial Transactions Law
• UAE Civil Transactions Law
• UAE Labour Law
• Real Estate Law
• Contract Drafting & Negotiation
• Regulatory Compliance

Language Requirements

• Fluent in English and Persian (Farsi) — both written and spoken (Mandatory).
• Arabic will be considered an advantage.

Language:

• Persian (Spoken & written) (Required)

RESPONSIBILITES

• Provide legal advice to the Holding Company and its subsidiaries on corporate and commercial matters.
• Draft, review and negotiate commercial contracts, shareholder agreements, joint venture agreements, investment agreements, NDAs, service agreements, lease agreements and other legal documentation.
• Advise management on UAE Commercial Companies Law, Civil Transactions Law, Commercial Transactions Law, Labour Law and other applicable UAE legislation.
• Support corporate restructuring, acquisitions, divestments and investment transactions.
• Coordinate Board and shareholder resolutions and maintain statutory corporate records where required.
• Liaise with external legal counsel on litigation, arbitration and specialized legal matters.
• Review legal risks associated with new business ventures, investments and strategic transactions.
• Provide legal support for real estate acquisitions, leasing arrangements and investment properties.
• Assist management in dispute resolution and settlement negotiations.
• Monitor changes in UAE laws and regulations and advise management on their impact.
• Coordinate with government authorities, regulatory bodies and free zone authorities where required.
• Ensure legal compliance across the Group’s businesses.
• Perform any other duties assigned by management.

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