Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our dynamic team at Orient Insurance, Dubai, a leading insurance company in the UAE. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting our legal department by reviewing and analyzing legal agreements, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and assisting with various legal tasks.
What you will do:
Reviewing Legal Agreements: Conduct thorough reviews of legal agreements, contracts, and other documents to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and regulations as well as local jurisdiction
Legal Research: Perform legal research to support the legal team in understanding and interpreting laws, regulations, and legal precedents relevant to the insurance industry.
Document Preparation: Assist in the preparation, drafting, and editing of legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and correspondence.
File Management: Maintain organized and up-to-date legal files, ensuring all documents are properly filed and easily accessible.
Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other departments to provide legal support and ensure that company objectives are met.
Desired Candidate Profile
Required Skills to be successful:
Education: A minimum of bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies
Experience: Previous experience in a legal assistant, particularly within the insurance industry, is an asset.
What equips you for the role
Skills:
Strong understanding of legal terminology and principles.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools.
Attributes:
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Proactive and able to take initiative.
Strong ethical standards and integrity.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion