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<p>We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Criminal Litigator to join our prestigious law firm in Dubai. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on high-profile criminal cases, providing expert legal counsel and representation to our diverse client base in the UAE. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in criminal litigation, exceptional advocacy skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced legal environment. Responsibilities: - Lead and manage complex criminal litigation cases from inception to resolution. - Provide expert legal advice and representation to clients in criminal matters in various courts. - Conduct thorough legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents with precision. - Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to build strong cases and strategies. - Mentor and guide junior lawyers and legal staff, fostering their professional growth. - Stay updated with the latest legal developments and changes in criminal law and procedures in the UAE. - Represent clients in court hearings, trials, and negotiations, demonstrating compelling advocacy skills.</p><p>- Bachelor’s degree in Law with a focus on Criminal Law; advanced qualifications are a plus. - Licensed to practice law in the UAE, with substantial experience in criminal litigation. - Proven track record of successfully handling complex criminal cases and trials. - Exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills. - Strong communication and negotiation abilities, both written and verbal. - Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary legal team. - Resilient, professional, and committed to delivering the highest standards of legal service. - Familiarity with UAE laws, judicial systems, and cultural sensitivities related to criminal law. - Fully bilingual Arabic and English</p>

<p>We are seeking a motivated and experienced Leading Hand to join our esteemed legal team in Dubai. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in overseeing daily operations and ensuring smooth workflow within the department, contributing to the overall efficiency and success of our legal services. Responsibilities: - Coordinate and supervise the daily activities of the legal support team to ensure timely and accurate completion of tasks. - Assist in managing workloads, assigning tasks, and monitoring progress to meet deadlines. - Support senior legal staff by preparing documentation, gathering necessary information, and liaising with clients or stakeholders as needed. - Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with organizational policies and legal standards. - Identify areas for process improvement and support implementation of best practices to enhance team performance. - Provide training and guidance to junior team members to foster professional development and collaboration.</p><p>- Proven experience in a supervisory or leadership role within the legal industry or a related field. - Strong understanding of legal terminology, processes, and documentation. - Excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. - Demonstrated ability to lead a team, mentor colleagues, and work collaboratively within a fast-paced environment. - Proactive problem-solving attitude with attention to detail and commitment to quality. - Bachelor’s degree in Law, Legal Studies, or a related discipline is preferred. - Proficiency in English and Arabic</p>

<p>We are seeking a motivated and experienced Leading Hand to join our esteemed legal team in Dubai. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in overseeing daily operations and ensuring smooth workflow within the department, contributing to the overall efficiency and success of our legal services. Responsibilities: - Coordinate and supervise the daily activities of the legal support team to ensure timely and accurate completion of tasks. - Assist in managing workloads, assigning tasks, and monitoring progress to meet deadlines. - Support senior legal staff by preparing documentation, gathering necessary information, and liaising with clients or stakeholders as needed. - Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with organizational policies and legal standards. - Identify areas for process improvement and support implementation of best practices to enhance team performance. - Provide training and guidance to junior team members to foster professional development and collaboration.</p><p>- Proven experience in a supervisory or leadership role within the legal industry or a related field. - Strong understanding of legal terminology, processes, and documentation. - Excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. - Demonstrated ability to lead a team, mentor colleagues, and work collaboratively within a fast-paced environment. - Proactive problem-solving attitude with attention to detail and commitment to quality. - Bachelor’s degree in Law, Legal Studies, or a related discipline is preferred. - Proficiency in English and Arabic</p>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><b>*Must be Fluent in Chinese*</b></p><p><br></p><p><b>Office Location: Media City Dubai</b></p><p><br></p><p>Company Description Neo Legal is a UAE-based law firm headquartered in Dubai, focusing on Blockchain, Corporate, Ultra High Net Worth, and Sports &amp; Entertainment matters. The firm advises founders, investors, and high-growth businesses on structuring, licensing, governance, token transactions, and regulatory compliance. Neo Legal works with innovative startups and international clients, offering cross-border, future-focused legal solutions. Team members collaborate closely with clients operating at the intersection of technology, finance, and media to build resilient legal strategies.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Role Description </b></p><p><br></p><p>This is a full-time, on-site Associate Lawyer role based in Dubai. The Associate Lawyer will support partners in advising clients on corporate, blockchain, and commercial matters, including drafting and reviewing contracts, transaction documents, governance frameworks, and compliance policies. Daily responsibilities include conducting legal research, preparing legal opinions and memoranda, assisting with regulatory filings, and participating in client meetings. The role involves managing case files, coordinating with external stakeholders and authorities, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality work. Fluency in Chinese will be used to liaise with Chinese-speaking clients, review bilingual documents, and support cross-border matters involving Chinese jurisdictions.</p> </div><h2 class="h5">Skills</h2> <div data-jb-field="skills"><ul><li>Strong legal research, drafting, and analytical skills, with experience preparing contracts, legal opinions, and transaction documents.</li><li>Knowledge of corporate and commercial law; familiarity with blockchain, Web3, or technology-related regulations is highly beneficial.</li><li>Fluency in Chinese (spoken and written) and strong proficiency in English; ability to work with bilingual documents and international clients.</li><li>Excellent communication, client-facing, and negotiation skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly.</li><li>High level of attention to detail, organization, and time management, with the ability to handle multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse team and maintain professional ethics, discretion, and confidentiality.</li><li>Qualified lawyer with a law degree from a recognized institution; admission to practice in a relevant jurisdiction is preferred.</li><li>Prior experience in a law firm or in-house legal role; exposure to UAE or international cross-border work is an advantage.</li></ul><p><br></p></div>

<p>Manage litigation, disputes, claims, and coordination with external lawyers. Draft, review, and negotiate commercial, construction, development, leasing, and service contracts. Provide legal advice on real estate and construction matters. Review contractual risks and recommend appropriate actions. Prepare legal notices, responses, and settlement documents. Ensure proper tracking of contracts, disputes, and legal matters. Support the Head of legal and business teams on day-to-day legal requirements.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Bachelor’s degree in Law. 5+ years of relevant legal experience, Must be in real estate/construction. Strong experience in litigation and contract drafting/review.</p><p>Knowledge of FIDIC </p><p>Good knowledge of UAE laws and regulations. </p><p>Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.</p>

<ol><li><p>The Administrative assistant is reporting to the Office Manager</p></li><li><p>Assist the team in the day-to-day official matters</p></li><li><p>Keeping the office tidy at all times in coordination with the office assistant</p></li><li><p>Assisting the guests in a warm and friendly manner</p></li><li><p>Drafting official Documents and handling couriers and taking care of travel related matters of the employees such as visas and tickets</p></li><li><p>Liaising with the authorities with official communications</p></li><li><p>Informing the line manager of any updates and task progress</p></li></ol><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ol><li><p>Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, or related field.</p></li><li><p>Paralegal certification or Legal Administration training is an advantage.</p></li><li><p>1–3 years of experience as Administrative Assistant, Legal Secretary, or similar role, preferably within a law firm, legal department, or corporate legal team. </p></li><li><p>Strong understanding of legal terminology and documentation, excellent organizational and multitasking skills, proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), discretion with confidential matters, attention to detail.</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of UAE legal/court procedures and document attestation process is a plus. </p></li><li><p>Fluency in English required; Arabic is highly advantageous.</p></li></ol>

About Dubai Holding Hospitality:<br>Dubai Holding Hospitality encompasses a diverse range of assets, including luxury hotels, resorts, and a full-service F&B portfolio. The company operates and manages several hotels, resorts, and residences across the Middle East, Europe, and Asia, maintaining a reputation for unmatched luxury and service quality.<br>About the Job:<br>Provide strategic, commercially focused legal advice to senior stakeholders across Dubai Holding Hospitality. Review, draft, negotiate, and manage a broad range of commercial agreements, including hotel management, branded residences, F&B, leasing, licensing, development, and procurement contracts. Support hospitality and real estate transactions, including acquisitions, developments, refurbishments, and asset repositioning initiatives. Develop and maintain legal templates, playbooks, and frameworks to support efficient business operations and effective risk management. Advise on legal and regulatory matters affecting the hospitality, tourism, and real estate sectors, ensuring ongoing compliance. Manage disputes, litigation, arbitration, and intellectual property matters in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external counsel. Partner with business teams to identify legal risks and provide practical, commercially focused solutions that support business objectives. Support corporate governance activities and ensure compliance with Dubai Holding's legal, ethical, and governance standards.<br>About You:<br>Minimum 5–7 years of post-qualification legal experience, preferably advising on commercial and operational legal matters within hospitality, real estate, or related sectors. Bachelor's degree in Law (LL. B), Juris Doctor (J. D.), or equivalent from a recognised institution, with admission to practice law in a recognised jurisdiction. Strong experience drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and managing complex commercial agreements. Good working knowledge of UAE Federal and Emirate-level laws and regulations relevant to hospitality, tourism, real estate, and commercial transactions. Experience supporting real estate or hospitality transactions, including acquisitions, developments, or asset management, is preferred. Ability to identify legal and commercial risks and provide practical, business-focused solutions. Experience managing disputes, litigation, arbitration, and external legal counsel is preferred. Strong stakeholder management, communication, negotiation, planning, and organisational skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.<br>About the Benefits:<br>At Dubai Holding, we're committed to nurturing the success and well-being of our colleagues. Join our dynamic and diverse team, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive compensation, career development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment. We strongly believe in creating an empowered workforce that will help us build a connected city for tomorrow. We are committed to attracting the brightest minds and nurturing the most pioneering candidates who desire to make a great impact on the future of Dubai.

<ul><li><p>Provide day-to-day legal advice and support to the property management and leasing teams.</p></li><li><p>Manage legal matters relating to&nbsp;<strong>tenants, leases, renewals, terminations, and property management agreements</strong>.</p></li><li><p>Draft, review, negotiate, and advise on tenancy agreements, lease agreements, notices, settlement agreements, and other property-related documents.</p></li><li><p>Handle tenant disputes, complaints, defaults, payment issues, breaches of contract, and termination matters.</p></li><li><p>Prepare and issue legal notices and correspondence to tenants, contractors, and other stakeholders.</p></li><li><p>Coordinate with external legal counsel on litigation, arbitration, debt recovery, and other disputes when required.</p></li><li><p>Advise management on&nbsp;<strong>DIFC laws and regulations</strong>, contractual obligations, and potential legal risks.</p></li><li><p>Assist with compliance matters relating to property operations and tenant relationships.</p></li><li><p>Maintain accurate records of contracts, disputes, notices, and other legal documentation.</p></li><li><p>Monitor changes in relevant UAE, Dubai, and DIFC legislation and advise the business accordingly.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Arabic and English</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent.</strong></p></li><li><p>Qualification as a lawyer/advocate is preferred.</p></li><li><p><strong>4–5 years of relevant legal experience</strong>, preferably in real estate, property management, leasing, or landlord-tenant matters.</p></li><li><p>Demonstrated experience with DIFC laws/regulations</p></li></ul>

<p>M&amp;CO Legal is looking to hire a Senior Associate – Arbitration to join our growing Arbitration team in Dubai, UAE.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Requirements:</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Qualified lawyer with strong experience in Arbitration and Dispute Resolution.</li><li>DIFC experience is essential.</li><li>Strong experience in handling complex commercial and international arbitration matters.</li><li>Experience in drafting pleadings, submissions, applications, and other arbitration-related documents.</li><li>Strong legal research, drafting, analytical, and advocacy skills.</li><li>Ability to manage matters independently and work effectively with Partners and the wider legal team.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>UAE legal experience will be an advantage.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Managing and assisting with arbitration matters from commencement through to final award.</li><li>Conducting detailed legal research and preparing legal submissions.</li><li>Drafting and reviewing pleadings, applications, correspondence, and other legal documents.</li><li>Assisting Partners on complex arbitration and dispute resolution matters.</li><li>Coordinating with clients, counsel, experts, and other stakeholders.</li><li>Supporting the team in DIFC-related proceedings and matters.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Minimum of 7 years’ overall legal experience.</li><li>At least 3 years’ hands-on experience handling DIFC matters.</li><li>English law qualification preferred.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview stages. If you do not hear from us, it is unlikely we are able to hire you at this time, in which case we would keep your application on file and consider it again should we have additional openings in the future. Meanwhile, we encourage you to follow our LinkedIn page to stay updated for any potential opportunities.</p>

<p>M&amp;CO Legal is looking to hire a Senior Associate – Arbitration to join our growing Arbitration team in Dubai, UAE.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Requirements:</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Qualified lawyer with strong experience in Arbitration and Dispute Resolution.</li><li>DIFC experience is essential.</li><li>Strong experience in handling complex commercial and international arbitration matters.</li><li>Experience in drafting pleadings, submissions, applications, and other arbitration-related documents.</li><li>Strong legal research, drafting, analytical, and advocacy skills.</li><li>Ability to manage matters independently and work effectively with Partners and the wider legal team.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>UAE legal experience will be an advantage.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Managing and assisting with arbitration matters from commencement through to final award.</li><li>Conducting detailed legal research and preparing legal submissions.</li><li>Drafting and reviewing pleadings, applications, correspondence, and other legal documents.</li><li>Assisting Partners on complex arbitration and dispute resolution matters.</li><li>Coordinating with clients, counsel, experts, and other stakeholders.</li><li>Supporting the team in DIFC-related proceedings and matters.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Minimum of 7 years’ overall legal experience.</li><li>At least 3 years’ hands-on experience handling DIFC matters.</li><li>English law qualification preferred.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Please send your cv to hr@mandcolegal.com</p><p><br></p><p>Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview stages. If you do not hear from us, it is unlikely we are able to hire you at this time, in which case we would keep your application on file and consider it again should we have additional openings in the future. Meanwhile, we encourage you to follow our LinkedIn page to stay updated for any potential opportunities.</p><p><br></p>

<p>This is a unique opportunity to become the company's first dedicated in-house legal professional, partnering directly with senior leadership to support strategic growth and manage legal risk. The role offers broad exposure across lending, debt recovery, commercial contracts, regulatory matters, new product initiatives, market expansion, and corporate structuring projects within a dynamic fintech environment. Client Details Our client is a fast-growing fintech business developing an innovative procurement and trade finance ecosystem across the UAE and wider region. Backed by a strong growth strategy, the business is expanding its products, market presence, and operational capabilities. Description * Lead debt recovery, collections, and pre-litigation activities across the UAE. * Manage external counsel and oversee claims, enforcement, and litigation matters. * Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial, lending, and financing agreements. * Advise the business on lending, trade finance, credit, and day-to-day commercial legal matters. * Support new market entries, licensing activities, and corporate structuring initiatives. * Partner with commercial, product, and operational teams to identify risks and deliver practical legal solutions. * Develop legal processes, governance frameworks, and policies while monitoring regulatory developments. Job Offer * Opportunity to shape the legal function within a rapidly expanding fintech business. * Significant exposure to technology, procurement, lending, regulatory, and commercial projects. * Highly competitive package with family benefits and bonus potential * Fluent Arabic is mandatory for this position</p><p>* Lead debt recovery, collections, and pre-litigation activities across the UAE. * Manage external counsel and oversee claims, enforcement, and litigation matters. * Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial, lending, and financing agreements. * Advise the business on lending, trade finance, credit, and day-to-day commercial legal matters. * Support new market entries, licensing activities, and corporate structuring initiatives. * Partner with commercial, product, and operational teams to identify risks and deliver practical legal solutions. * Develop legal processes, governance frameworks, and policies while monitoring regulatory developments. * Fluent Arabic is mandatory for this position</p>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <br><br>This is a unique opportunity to become the company's first dedicated in-house legal professional, partnering directly with senior leadership to support strategic growth and manage legal risk.<br><br>The role offers broad exposure across lending, debt recovery, commercial contracts, regulatory matters, new product initiatives, market expansion, and corporate structuring projects within a dynamic fintech environment.<br><br>Client Details<br><br>Our client is a fast-growing fintech business developing an innovative procurement and trade finance ecosystem across the UAE and wider region. Backed by a strong growth strategy, the business is expanding its products, market presence, and operational capabilities. <br><br> <br><br>Description<br>Lead debt recovery, collections, and pre-litigation activities across the UAE.Manage external counsel and oversee claims, enforcement, and litigation matters.Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial, lending, and financing agreements.Advise the business on lending, trade finance, credit, and day-to-day commercial legal matters.Support new market entries, licensing activities, and corporate structuring initiatives.Partner with commercial, product, and operational teams to identify risks and deliver practical legal solutions.Develop legal processes, governance frameworks, and policies while monitoring regulatory developments.<br><br><br>Profile<br>Lead debt recovery, collections, and pre-litigation activities across the UAE.Manage external counsel and oversee claims, enforcement, and litigation matters.Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial, lending, and financing agreements.Advise the business on lending, trade finance, credit, and day-to-day commercial legal matters.Support new market entries, licensing activities, and corporate structuring initiatives.Partner with commercial, product, and operational teams to identify risks and deliver practical legal solutions.Develop legal processes, governance frameworks, and policies while monitoring regulatory developments.Fluent Arabic is mandatory for this position<br><br><br>Job Offer<br>Opportunity to shape the legal function within a rapidly expanding fintech business.Significant exposure to technology, procurement, lending, regulatory, and commercial projects.Highly competitive package with family benefits and bonus potentialFluent Arabic is mandatory for this position<br><br><br><br> </div><h2 class="h5">Skills</h2> <div data-jb-field="skills">finance, banking, in-house, private practice, collections, lending, assets, debt<br> </div>

<p><strong>Job Description</strong></p><p>Paralegal - Trademarks &amp; Compliance</p><p>Department: Group Legal &amp; Compliance</p><p>Location: Dubai, UAE</p><p>Reporting to: Group General Counsel/ Legal Director</p><p>Experience: 4-6 years</p><p><strong>Role Purpose</strong></p><p>The Paralegal Trademarks &amp; Compliance will support the management and protection of Americana Foods trademark portfolio across the GCC, using the Group s trademark management platform and coordinating with relevant business teams and external trademark agents. The role will also provide support on compliance, governance and general legal matters.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Trademark Management- Primary Responsibility</strong></p><ul><li>Coordinate the management of the Group s GCC trademark portfolio, including trademark searches, applications, registrations, renewals, recordals and related actions.</li><li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date portfolio records, documents and deadlines through the Group s trademark management platform.</li><li>Liaise with internal business teams and external trademark agents on new brand filings, portfolio requirements and ongoing trademark matters.</li><li>Monitor trademark watch notices and support opposition, infringement and enforcement matters, where required.</li><li>Coordinate trademark-related documentation, including powers of attorney, notarization and legalization requirements.</li><li>Review and process invoices from trademark agents, maintain cost records and follow up on any fee-related queries.</li><li>Prepare periodic trademark portfolio and cost updates for the Legal team.</li></ul><p><strong>Compliance and General Legal Support</strong></p><ul><li>Support the administration of selected compliance programmes, including maintaining relevant trackers, records and supporting documents.</li><li>Assist with compliance declarations, training, awareness activities, third-party due diligence and stakeholder follow-ups.</li><li>Support the maintenance and periodic review of Legal and Compliance policies and procedures.</li><li>Assist with routine governance documentation, legal research and other Legal &amp; Compliance projects, as required.</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Good practical understanding of trademark registration and portfolio-management processes.</p><p>Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.</p><p>Ability to manage deadlines and follow up effectively with multiple stakeholders.</p><p>Clear and professional communication skills.</p><p>Ability to work independently and escalate issues appropriately.</p><p>Sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential information.</p><p>Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal or trademark management systems.</p><p>Excellent written and spoken English is mandatory; Arabic would be an advantage.</p>

???? Hiring: Trust Lawyer (AML/CFT Experience) | Dubai, UAEWe are looking for an experienced Trust Lawyer to join our growing team in Dubai, UAE.???? Salary: AED 18,000 – 20,000/month Key Requirements:✔ Existing UAE-based Trust Lawyer✔ Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent✔ Strong experience in Trust Law, Fiduciary Services, Private Client Services, Corporate Services, or Financial Services Law✔ Hands-on experience with drafting Trust Deeds, Trust Agreements, and trust-related legal documentation✔ Solid knowledge of UAE AML/CFT regulations✔ Experience in CDD, EDD, sanctions screening, AML audits, compliance reviews, risk assessments, and go AML reporting✔ Excellent legal drafting and advisory skills✔ Ability to work independently and manage complex legal documentation✔ Russian language proficiency (spoken & written) is mandatory Key Responsibilities:Draft, review, and amend trust-related legal documentation. Advise on trust structures, fiduciary arrangements, and corporate matters. Support trust administration and regulatory compliance. Ensure AML/CFT compliance in line with UAE regulations. Conduct CDD, EDD, sanctions screening, and compliance monitoring. Assist with go AML reporting and AML audits. Support trust product development and internal compliance training.???? Location: Dubai, UAEIf you meet the above requirements and are looking for your next opportunity, please apply via Linked In Easy Apply or send your CV to irenemjoseph21@gmail.com.#Hiring #Trust Lawyer #Legal Jobs #Dubai Jobs #UAEJobs #AML #CFT #Compliance #Trust Law #Fiduciary Services #Corporate Law #Russian Speaker #Legal Careers

Location: Dubai, UAE (On-site) Company: Law Firm<br>About Us:We are a growing, dynamic law firm based in Dubai, dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to our clients. As we expand our operations, we are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable General Accountant to manage our daily financial activities and support our firm’s continued growth.<br>Key Responsibilities:<br>-Daily Bookkeeping & Invoicing: Manage accounts payable/receivable, issue timely invoices to clients, and ensure accurate data entry.-Financial Compliance: Handle VAT & Corporate Tax compliance and filing, and maintain up-to-date knowledge of UAE tax regulations.-Reconciliations: Perform regular bank and ledger reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy.-Reporting: Assist in preparing monthly financial reports, cash flow statements, and budget variations for management review.-Software & Systems: Utilize accounting software and advanced MS Excel functions to streamline financial processes.<br>What We Are Looking For:Experience: Minimum 2 years of dedicated accounting experience within the UAE. Experience in a professional services or legal environment is a plus. Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in Quick Books, Zoho Books, or similar accounting platforms, alongside advanced MS Excel skills. Competencies: High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage confidential financial data ethically. Communication: Fluent in English, both written and spoken, with strong professional communication skills.<br>If you are detail-oriented, reliable, and looking to grow your career in a professional legal environment, we’d love to hear from you.<br>Please send your CV to : Maha. Cherkaoui@www.abdulla-alnuaimi.net or apply via Linked In.

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p><strong>Position: Senior HR Executive (Emirati)</strong></p><p><strong>Location: Dubai based</strong></p><p><strong>Client: Dubai government</strong></p><br><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li><p>Coordinate with Public Prosecution, Courts, Police Stations, and other government authorities on employment-related cases.</p></li><li><p>Liaise with internal stakeholders and legal representatives regarding investigations, hearings, and legal proceedings.</p></li><li><p>Prepare, review, and maintain documentation required for court cases, legal claims, and official submissions.</p></li><li><p>Track case status and ensure timely follow-up on legal matters and action items.</p></li><li><p>Support internal investigations and disciplinary processes in compliance with labor laws and organizational policies.</p></li><li><p>Maintain confidential records related to legal cases, employee disputes, and regulatory matters.</p></li></ul></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li><p>Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Law, or a related field.</p></li><li><p>Minimum 2 years of experience in Human Resources, preferably in employee relations and legal coordination.</p></li><li><p>Starting Salary: AED 18,000.</p></li></ul><p></p></section>

<p>Legal Counsel – Governance</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Abu Dhabi, UAE</p><p><br></p><p>The Opportunity</p><p>Our client is a leading international energy and investment group headquartered in Abu Dhabi, with a growing portfolio of strategic investments and interests across multiple markets and jurisdictions. Operating at the intersection of energy, investment and long-term strategic growth, the organisation works across a diverse range of businesses, transactions and partnerships.</p><p>As the organisation continues to develop its governance capabilities and international portfolio, it is seeking a <strong>Legal Counsel – Governance</strong> to provide commercially focused legal and governance advice, strengthen group-wide governance frameworks and support complex transactions and strategic initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an opportunity to join a dynamic, international environment where legal and governance expertise plays a key role in supporting investment decisions, managing risk and enabling sustainable business growth.</p><p><br></p><p>The Role</p><p>Reporting to senior leadership within the Governance function, the Legal Counsel will act as a trusted adviser to business leaders and functional stakeholders across the group. The role will focus on providing practical, risk-based governance advice, supporting the development and implementation of governance policies and procedures, and helping ensure appropriate governance arrangements across subsidiaries, affiliates and joint ventures.</p><p>The successful candidate will also contribute to company secretarial activities and advise on governance considerations throughout the lifecycle of investments, acquisitions, joint ventures and other strategic projects.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Provide clear, commercially minded legal and governance advice to business teams and internal stakeholders.</li><li>Support the development, implementation and ongoing enhancement of the group’s governance framework, including policies, procedures, delegations of authority and terms of reference.</li><li>Advise on governance matters relating to investments, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, strategic partnerships and new-market entry.</li><li>Support transactions throughout their lifecycle, including planning, due diligence, internal approvals, execution and post-completion integration.</li><li>Identify, assess and mitigate governance and legal risks across a complex, multi-jurisdictional group structure.</li><li>Review governance arrangements across subsidiaries, affiliates and jointly held entities, ensuring appropriate authorities, documentation and compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and internal policies.</li><li>Support the preparation and maintenance of corporate governance documentation and provide company secretarial support to relevant group entities.</li><li>Contribute to governance training, evaluations, reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Work collaboratively with legal, compliance, risk and other functional teams to address governance gaps and implement practical solutions.</li><li>Support wider governance projects and strategic initiatives as required.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Candidate Profile</p><p>The ideal candidate will be a commercially astute legal professional with strong governance expertise and the ability to operate effectively in a complex, international business environment. They will combine sound legal judgement with a pragmatic approach to risk management, stakeholder engagement and business decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p>Essential Experience and Qualifications</p><ul><li>A law degree and/or postgraduate legal qualification, such as an LLM or equivalent.</li><li>At least seven years of relevant experience in legal, corporate governance, compliance or regulatory advisory roles.</li><li>Experience advising on complex corporate structures, governance frameworks and stakeholder requirements.</li><li>Strong commercial awareness and the ability to translate complex legal and governance issues into clear, actionable advice.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to engage with senior stakeholders, influence decision-making and challenge constructively.</li><li>Excellent judgement, communication and analytical skills, with the ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Desirable Experience</p><ul><li>Experience supporting cross-border transactions, investments, acquisitions, joint ventures or strategic partnerships.</li><li>Exposure to governance requirements across multiple subsidiaries, affiliates and jurisdictions.</li><li>Experience within the energy sector, financial services, private equity, infrastructure, sovereign investment, asset management or another complex international industry.</li><li>Experience developing governance policies, delegations of authority, board or committee terms of reference, and related procedures.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Why Consider This Opportunity?</p><p>This role offers the opportunity to join a significant international investment platform at an important stage of its development. The successful candidate will work closely with senior stakeholders, contribute to the evolution of group-wide governance standards and gain exposure to a broad range of strategic investments, corporate structures and cross-border transactions.</p><p>For a legal professional looking to combine sophisticated governance work with meaningful commercial involvement, this represents an opportunity to make a tangible impact within a complex and internationally focused organisation.</p>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><span><b>Our Purpose</b></span></p><br><br><br><p><i>Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a&nbsp;sustainable&nbsp;economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions&nbsp;secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.</i></p><br><br><br><p><b>Title and Summary</b></p><br><br><br>Legal Counsel, Litigation<br>The Litigation Strategy Coordinator will support the development, execution, and governance of Mastercard's litigation strategy across Eastern Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EEMEA). The role will act as the central coordination point for significant disputes, regulatory investigations, enforcement actions and strategic litigation matters, ensuring consistency of approach, effective reporting, stakeholder alignment and proactive management of legal risk across the region.<br>The successful candidate will work closely with internal legal teams, external counsel, business stakeholders, compliance, communications and public policy teams to support the efficient management of contentious matters and litigation-related initiatives.<br>Key Responsibilities<br>• Litigation Governance &amp; Coordination<br>• Coordinate oversight of the EEMEA litigation portfolio, including commercial disputes, competition matters, regulatory investigations and strategic litigation matters.<br>• Maintain regional litigation trackers, dashboards and reporting mechanisms.<br>• Ensure timely escalation of material developments, risks, milestones and settlement opportunities.<br>• Support implementation of consistent litigation management practices across markets.<br>Strategy Development<br>• Assist in developing case strategies in partnership with internal legal teams and external counsel.<br>• Coordinate fact gathering, legal analysis and development of litigation themes.<br>• Track key legal, regulatory and market developments that may impact litigation strategy.<br>• Support assessment of litigation trends and emerging enforcement risks across EEMEA.<br>External Counsel Management<br>• Coordinate engagement and performance management of external law firms.<br>• Monitor budgets, forecasts and accruals related to litigation matters.<br>• Support development of alternative fee arrangements and cost-management initiatives.<br>• Track outside counsel deliverables and key deadlines.<br>Executive Reporting<br>• Prepare concise executive updates for senior leadership and legal management.<br>• Develop litigation dashboards, risk summaries and board-level briefing materials.<br>• Coordinate inputs for regional and global legal reviews.<br>• Support preparation of strategic presentations on significant disputes and investigations.<br>Cross-Functional Engagement<br>• Act as liaison between legal, compliance, communications, public policy, finance and business teams.<br>• Coordinate responses to regulatory inquiries and litigation-related information requests.<br>• Support preservation, document management and litigation readiness activities.<br>• Facilitate governance meetings and litigation review forums.<br>Portfolio Analysis &amp; Risk Management<br>• Support assessment of exposure, reserves and potential business impacts arising from disputes.<br>• Maintain a repository of litigation precedents, lessons learned and strategic guidance.<br>• Track compliance with reporting obligations and governance requirements.<br>• Identify opportunities to reduce legal risk and improve dispute management processes.<br>All about you-Qualifications<br>Required<br>• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, Public Policy or related discipline.<br>• 5+ years of experience in litigation, disputes, investigations, legal operations or a related legal support function.<br>• Experience coordinating complex, multi-jurisdictional matters.<br>• Strong project management and stakeholder management capabilities.<br>• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.<br>• Strong analytical and organizational skills.<br>• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.<br>Preferred<br>• Experience in the payments, financial services or technology sector.<br>• Familiarity with competition law, regulatory investigations and commercial disputes.<br>• Experience working across multiple EEMEA jurisdictions.<br>• Knowledge of legal spend management and litigation reporting tools.<br>• Paralegal, legal operations or project management certification.<br>Key Competencies<br>• Strategic thinking<br>• Strong judgment and discretion<br>• Executive communication<br>• Project and program management<br>• Cross-functional collaboration<br>• Risk assessment<br>• Influencing skills<br>• Attention to detail<br>• Resilience and accountability<br>Success Measures<br>• Accurate and timely litigation reporting.<br>• Effective coordination of significant disputes and investigations.<br>• Improved visibility of litigation risks and trends across EEMEA.<br>• Efficient management of external counsel and litigation budgets.<br>• Consistent execution of litigation governance processes.<br>• High-quality executive and leadership reporting.<br><br><p><b>Corporate Security Responsibility</b></p><br><br><p><br>All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:</p><br><br><ul><li><p>Abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices;</p><br><br></li><li><p>Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;</p><br><br></li><li><p>Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and</p><br><br></li><li><p>Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard’s guidelines.</p><br><br></li></ul><br><br><br><br><br> </div>

<p>We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Arabic Lawyer to join our legal team in Dubai. This role is exclusively open to candidates with a (law firm background only) in-house or corporate experience will not be considered).</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li><p>Handle end-to-end litigation matters and legal proceedings</p></li></ul><p>-Draft, review, and prepare legal documents, notices, and pleadings in Arabic</p><ul><li><p>Conduct legal research and provide accurate legal opinions</p></li><li><p>Coordinate with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders</p></li><li><p>Ensure full compliance with UAE laws, regulations, and court procedures</p></li></ul><br><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Requirements</p><ul><li><p>LLB or equivalent law degree</p></li><li><p>Minimum 2 years of litigation experience from a law firm only</p></li><li><p>fluent Arabic and English speaker — mandatory</p></li><li><p>Strong knowledge of UAE legal procedures</p></li><li><p>Excellent drafting and communication skills</p></li><li><p>Ability to independently manage cases in a fast-paced environment</p></li><li><p>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</p></li></ul>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <strong>MAIN OBJECTIVE OF ROLE</strong><br><p>To manage negotiations on various legal and key strategic matters across flydubai’s operations, particularly in the finance and commercial portfolio, overseeing primary responsibilities for negotiating and drafting a diverse range of aircraft financing and related arrangements, as along with select commercial contracts, while also providing legal advice, mitigating risks, and collaborating with senior management to set priorities for the finance and commercial portfolio.</p><br><br> <br><strong>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</strong><br><ul><li>Negotiates and documents medium to high value transactions including, inter alia, financing, and related documents for aircraft acquisition or refinancing as well as loan and similar financing arrangements.</li><li>Negotiates maintenance and related agreements as well as fuel and other commodity agreements.</li><li>Supports the broader commercial team in a variety of contract negotiations.</li><li>Advises on terms, liabilities and risks of proposed transactions and formulates creative and practical legal solutions to meet the commercial realities.</li><li>Evaluates and proposes the company’s stance on pertinent legal issues and risks.</li><li>Prioritizes matters and collaborate with team members to accommodate commercial requirements.</li><li>Establishes strong relationships with external counsel as well as internal clients of diverse backgrounds, understanding their business requirements.</li><li>Identifies, advises, implements, and develops general and specialist legal strategy together with the Senior Management.</li><li>Identifies organizational needs and initiate and complete projects to address the same.</li><li>Facilitates, develops, and conducts legal training seminars for internal clients to help raise awareness with respect to legal matters.</li><li>Supervises junior team members and assists in their professional development.</li></ul> <br><strong>QUALIFICATIONS</strong><br><ul><li>Bachelor's Degree (3+ years)</li><li>Law / Legal Studies</li><li>Admitted to practice (preferably in a common law jurisdiction)</li><li>Qualification certificate. Practicing certificate or equivalent</li><li>Fluent in English</li><li>Years with qualifications: 4 - 6 years</li><li>Experience in asset financing, banking or commercial contracts.</li><li>Experience in aviation (including aviation finance) is preferred</li><li>Previous in-house legal experience beneficial but not essential.</li><li>Experience in the GCC beneficial but not essential.</li><li>Strong commercial nderstanding and ability to work cross functionally in different legal areas as and when required</li><li>Excellent PC skills and proficient in use of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).</li><li>Excellent English language drafting skills.</li></ul> <br><strong>COMPETENCIES</strong><br><ul><li>Customer Focus</li><li>Teamwork</li><li>Effective Communication</li><li>Personal Accountability &amp; Commitment to achieve</li><li>Resilience &amp; Flexibility (Can do attitude)</li><li>Decision Making</li><li>Strategic Thinking</li><li>Business Acumen</li></ul> <br><strong>ISR REQUIREMENTS</strong><br><p>Reads and complies with the ISR policies of the Company and diligently reports any weakness or incidents to the respective Line Manager or the Information Security team. Completes all required ISR awareness sessions and follows associated guidelines in the day-to-day business operations.</p><br><br><br> </div>