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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>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <ul><li><strong>Role&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; : Legal Support Officer</strong><br><strong>Location :</strong> Abu Dhabi &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Role Purpose:</strong><br>The Legal Support Officer is responsible for providing comprehensive administrative and operational support to the Legal teams. The role ensures effective coordination with external law firms, supports case management activities, monitors legal systems and records, and oversees the review and processing of legal invoices in coordination with the Finance and Control Department (FCD).<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Key Accountabilities of the role&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong><br>&nbsp;</li><li>Provide professional and administrative support to the Legal and teams in managing cases whenever required.&nbsp;</li><li>Coordinate effectively with internal stakeholders and external law firms to facilitate case handling and documentation.&nbsp;</li><li>Support the preparation, review, and renewal of engagement agreements with external law firms.&nbsp;</li><li>Monitor and maintain updates in legal case management systems (e.g., E-Case), including hearing schedules, case status, and document uploads.&nbsp;</li><li>Prepare reports highlighting case progress, updates, and key findings.&nbsp;</li><li>Review, verify, and track law firms’ invoices related to collection and litigation cases.</li><li>Ensure invoices are aligned with agreed terms and support documentation.&nbsp;</li><li>Coordinate with the Finance and Control Department (FCD) for timely processing and payment.&nbsp;</li><li>Prepare periodic and adhoc reports on legal and collection cases for management review.</li><li>Maintain organized and up-to-date records of legal cases, correspondence, and supporting documents.&nbsp;</li><li>Support the preparation and maintenance of Risk and Control Self Assessment (RCSA) for Collection Unit activities.&nbsp;</li><li>Monitor assigned control points and ensure compliance with internal policies and frameworks.</li></ul><p><strong>Specialist Skills / Technical Knowledge Required for this role:</strong><br>• 2-3 years of experience,&nbsp;</p><br><p>• Excellent communication skills.&nbsp;</p><br><p>• Good knowledge of Banks’s products, policies &amp; procedures.&nbsp;</p><br><p>• Computer skills – use of applications especially Microsoft office.&nbsp;</p><br><p>• Strong analytical, written and oral communication skills.&nbsp;</p><br><p>• Analytical mind, good communication and self-motivated, details oriented.&nbsp;</p><br><p>• Ability to multi-task.&nbsp;</p><br><p>• Independence of thought and initiative.</p><br><br> </div>

<p>Position Title: Junior Litigation Lawyer – Local Law Firm Employment Type: Full Time Salary (AED): depending on experience and qualifications plus commissions Job Location: Dubai, UAE About the Client: A dynamic and growing professional services firm based in the UAE, providing specialized legal and business solutions to a diverse portfolio of clients. Responsibilities: • Conduct legal consultations with prospective clients, assess their concerns, explain available legal options, fees, risks, and next steps, and effectively convert qualified leads into paying clients while working toward the firm's monthly revenue target. • Assess civil, commercial, labor/employment, real estate, RDC, debt recovery, and contractual disputes; identify case strengths, weaknesses, and risks; and recommend practical litigation, settlement, or pre-litigation strategies. • Support litigation matters from initial consultation through resolution, including drafting and reviewing legal notices, pleadings, memoranda, applications, evidence, settlements, and other court-related documentation, while monitoring hearings, filings, judgments, and deadlines. • Maintain regular communication with clients, provide clear case updates, manage expectations, handle objections professionally, and identify opportunities to convert pre-litigation matters into litigation or additional legal services. • Coordinate with lawyers, advocates, courts, experts, translators, government authorities, and other stakeholders while ensuring accurate case records, procedural compliance, confidentiality, and timely completion of litigation requirements.</p><p>Qualifications: • Bachelor's Degree in Law (LL.B. or equivalent) with a minimum of 3 years' relevant experience in a UAE-based law firm or legal consultancy, preferably within litigation and dispute resolution. • Strong UAE litigation knowledge, including court procedures, filings, case management, enforcement/execution, and preferably Civil, Commercial, Labor, Real Estate/RDC, and Debt Recovery matters. • Proven sales and client-acquisition ability is essential, with demonstrated experience conducting consultations, following up leads, handling fee objections, converting prospects into paying clients, and working toward revenue or conversion targets. • Strong legal drafting, research and organizational skills, with excellent English communication; Arabic legal-language capability is highly preferred.</p>

<p>Position Title: Junior Litigation Lawyer – Local Law Firm Employment Type: Full Time Salary (AED): depending on experience and qualifications plus commissions Job Location: Dubai, UAE About the Client: A dynamic and growing professional services firm based in the UAE, providing specialized legal and business solutions to a diverse portfolio of clients. Responsibilities: Conduct legal consultations with prospective clients, assess their concerns, explain available legal options, fees, risks, and next steps, and effectively convert qualified leads into paying clients while working toward the firm's monthly revenue target. Assess civil, commercial, labor/employment, real estate, RDC, debt recovery, and contractual disputes; identify case strengths, weaknesses, and risks; and recommend practical litigation, settlement, or pre-litigation strategies. Support litigation matters from initial consultation through resolution, including drafting and reviewing legal notices, pleadings, memoranda, applications, evidence, settlements, and other court-related documentation, while monitoring hearings, filings, judgments, and deadlines. Maintain regular communication with clients, provide clear case updates, manage expectations, handle objections professionally, and identify opportunities to convert pre-litigation matters into litigation or additional legal services. Coordinate with lawyers, advocates, courts, experts, translators, government authorities, and other stakeholders while ensuring accurate case records, procedural compliance, confidentiality, and timely completion of litigation requirements.</p><p>Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Law (LL.B. or equivalent) with a minimum of 3 years' relevant experience in a UAE-based law firm or legal consultancy, preferably within litigation and dispute resolution. Strong UAE litigation knowledge, including court procedures, filings, case management, enforcement/execution, and preferably Civil, Commercial, Labor, Real Estate/RDC, and Debt Recovery matters. Proven sales and client-acquisition ability is essential, with demonstrated experience conducting consultations, following up leads, handling fee objections, converting prospects into paying clients, and working toward revenue or conversion targets. Strong legal drafting, research and organizational skills, with excellent English communication; Arabic legal-language capability is highly preferred.</p>

<p>We are looking for an experienced Legal & Administration Officer with strong practical experience in handling labour cases, employee disputes, court matters, and other legal issues involving the company and its employees. The candidate will be responsible for coordinating and managing legal cases from initial complaint through resolution, working closely with lawyers, courts, MOHRE, government authorities, employees, and management.</p><br><ul><li><p>Handle and coordinate labour disputes and employee-related legal matters.</p></li><li><p>Assist HR and management in handling employee complaints, misconduct cases, internal disputes, and disciplinary matter</p></li><li><p>Conduct or coordinate fact-finding and documentation of employee disputes.</p></li><li><p>Assist with company-related legal and corporate documentation.</p></li><li><p>Coordinate preparation of NOCs, resolutions, POAs, declarations, undertakings, shareholder documents,</p></li><li><p>Coordinate notarization, attestation, legalization, and certification of documents.</p></li><li><p>Maintain records of company agreements and contracts.</p></li><li><p>Coordinate preparation, signing, renewal, and termination of contracts.</p></li><li><p>Handle day-to-day administrative activities of the company.</p></li><li><p>Maintain company records, official documents, correspondence, and files.</p></li><li><p>Coordinate with landlords, vendors, consultants, service providers, government representatives, and other external parties.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ol><li><p>Bachelor's degree in <strong>Law, Business Administration, or a related field</strong>.</p></li><li><p><strong>3–7 years of relevant UAE experience</strong> in legal administration, legal case coordination, labour relations, corporate administration, or a similar role.</p></li><li><p><strong>Strong practical experience handling UAE labour cases and employee disputes is mandatory.</strong></p></li><li><p>Experience dealing with <strong>MOHRE, police stations, courts, lawyers, and government authorities</strong> is highly preferred.</p><br></li></ol>

<ul><li><p>Minimum 5 years of experience in administrative and legal functions within the UAE, preferably within corporate environments.</p></li><li><p>Hands-on experience in managing and following up on cases and registering them on relevant judicial systems.</p></li><li><p>Proficiency in using Public Prosecution System and case management systems.</p></li><li><p>Ability to draft and review legal and administrative correspondence.</p></li><li><p>Experience in coordinating with external law firms and judicial authorities, and following up on legal procedures.</p></li><li><p>Familiarity with court processes, including appeals, execution, and objections.</p></li><li><p>Experience in preparing and drafting powers of attorney and court applications.</p></li><li><p>Strong background in electronic archiving, document management, and correspondence tracking.</p></li><li><p>Exposure to legal advisory support and contract-related matters.</p></li><li><p>Practical experience within Abu Dhabi and solid understanding of legal and judicial procedures.</p></li><li><p>Strong skills in handling legal systems and reporting tools, with proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.</p></li><li><p>Excellent coordination and follow-up skills.</p></li><li><p>Strong command of the English language.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>advantage Abu Dhabi working experiences in Construction Industry </p>

<p><strong>Compliance Manager</strong></p><p><strong>Reports To:</strong> Chief Legal Officer</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Purpose</strong></p><p>To manage Gulftainer’s compliance programme across the Group, translating applicable requirements and internal policies into practical controls, clear responsibilities, and measurable actions. The role identifies compliance risks, monitors adherence, supports investigations, and provides the Chief Legal Officer with reliable visibility of material issues and corrective actions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Compliance Framework and Planning</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and maintain a Group compliance framework covering relevant business activities, entities, and jurisdictions.</li><li>Maintain a compliance obligations register identifying applicable requirements, responsible owners, required evidence, and key deadlines.</li><li>Conduct compliance risk assessments with business and functional leaders, prioritising areas with the greatest exposure.</li><li>Prepare an annual compliance plan with defined reviews, deliverables, owners, and reporting milestones for approval by the Chief Legal Officer.</li><li>Review proposed business activities and operational changes to identify compliance requirements before implementation.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Policies and Practical Controls</strong></p><ul><li>Develop, review, and update compliance policies, procedures, and guidance in coordination with Legal and relevant functions.</li><li>Translate policy requirements into practical approval steps, checks, records, and escalation procedures.</li><li>Monitor adherence to requirements relating to anti-bribery and corruption, conflicts of interest, gifts and hospitality, third-party integrity, and other relevant compliance areas.</li><li>Maintain appropriate registers for declarations, approvals, exceptions, and identified breaches.</li><li>Assess requests for exceptions and refer matters requiring approval to the Chief Legal Officer with a clear recommendation.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Third-Party Due Diligence and Business Support</strong></p><ul><li>Establish a risk-based due diligence process for relevant agents, intermediaries, suppliers, customers, and business partners.</li><li>Coordinate integrity checks, sanctions screening, and other relevant reviews before onboarding or renewal, according to approved procedures.</li><li>Document due diligence findings, unresolved concerns, required safeguards, and approval decisions.</li><li>Work with Procurement, Commercial, Finance, and Legal to incorporate appropriate compliance requirements into onboarding and contracting processes.</li><li>Provide timely, practical guidance on compliance questions and escalate material concerns before commitments are made.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Monitoring and Corrective Actions</strong></p><ul><li>Conduct compliance reviews against the approved plan, testing whether controls are operating effectively and supported by evidence.</li><li>Record findings with a clear risk rating, corrective action, accountable owner, and completion deadline.</li><li>Follow up on overdue actions and escalate unresolved high-risk matters to the Chief Legal Officer.</li><li>Verify that corrective actions address the underlying issue before closing findings.</li><li>Coordinate with Internal Audit, QHSE, HR, IT, and other assurance functions to share relevant findings and avoid duplication</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Speak Up, Incident Management, and Investigations</strong></p><ul><li>Support the operation of confidential reporting channels and ensure concerns are recorded and assessed promptly.</li><li>Coordinate or conduct compliance investigations as assigned by the Chief Legal Officer, involving Legal, HR, Internal Audit, or other functions where appropriate.</li><li>Maintain secure case records covering allegations, evidence, findings, decisions, and follow-up actions.</li><li>Handle information with discretion and support adherence to confidentiality and non-retaliation requirements.</li><li>Identify recurring issues and recommend changes to controls, training, or working practices.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Training and Compliance Awareness</strong></p><ul><li>Develop an annual compliance training plan based on role requirements and identified risks.</li><li>Coordinate induction, refresher training, and targeted sessions for employees in higher-risk roles.</li><li>Use practical business scenarios to explain expected conduct, approval requirements, and reporting routes.</li><li>Track training completion, policy acknowledgements, and assessment results, following up on outstanding requirements.</li><li>Evaluate understanding and recurring compliance issues to improve the relevance and effectiveness of training.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Reporting and Stakeholder Coordination</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare a regular compliance dashboard covering key risks, incidents, reviews, overdue actions, due diligence, and training completion.</li><li>Escalate material issues promptly, with supporting facts, potential business impact, and recommended next steps.</li><li>Monitor relevant regulatory developments with Legal and coordinate required changes with responsible business owners.</li><li>Support responses to regulatory enquiries and information requests under the direction of the Chief Legal Officer.</li><li>Maintain organised, retrievable evidence of compliance activities, approvals, and completed corrective actions.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Success Factors</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Clear obligations and ownership:</strong> An up-to-date compliance obligations register identifies responsible owners, deadlines, and required evidence for in-scope entities and activities.</li><li><strong>Delivery of the compliance plan:</strong> Scheduled reviews, policy updates, and training activities are completed within agreed timelines, with any changes approved and documented.</li><li><strong>Effective closure of findings:</strong> Every material finding has a risk rating, owner, and deadline; closure is supported by evidence that the corrective action works.</li><li><strong>Controlled third-party onboarding:</strong> Required due diligence is completed before approval, with unresolved risks escalated and safeguards documented.</li><li><strong>Timely incident handling:</strong> Reported concerns are assessed within agreed timelines, with documented investigation outcomes and follow-up actions.</li><li><strong>Demonstrated employee understanding:</strong> Mandatory training and policy acknowledgements meet agreed completion targets, with assessment results used to address knowledge gaps.</li><li><strong>Reliable management visibility:</strong> The Chief Legal Officer receives accurate, timely reporting that clearly identifies material risks, overdue actions, and decisions required.</li><li><strong>Sustained control improvement:</strong> Recurring breaches and repeat findings are tracked, with root causes addressed and improvements verified.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Core and Behavioural Competencies</strong></p><ul><li>Client Focus</li><li>Acts with Integrity</li><li>Valuing Culture and Diversity</li><li>Teamwork and Collaboration</li><li>Planning and Organising</li><li>Decision Making and Problem Solving</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Technical and Functional Competencies</strong></p><ul><li>Compliance risk assessment and programme management</li><li>Interpretation of compliance requirements and translation into practical controls</li><li>Policy development and implementation</li><li>Third-party due diligence and integrity screening</li><li>Compliance monitoring and control testing</li><li>Investigation support, evidence handling, and confidential case management</li><li>Corrective action tracking and verification</li><li>Compliance training and management reporting</li><li>Sound judgment, discretion, and confidence to challenge non-compliant practices</li><li>Understanding of ports, terminals, logistics, and international business environments</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Typical Level of Interaction:</strong> Works regularly with business leaders, functional managers, and designated compliance owners to clarify requirements, review controls, resolve compliance issues, and verify corrective actions. Escalates material risks, breaches, and decisions to the Chief Legal Officer.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Internal Stakeholders:</strong> Chief Legal Officer, Legal, Group leadership, business and country management, Commercial, Operations, Finance, Procurement, HR, IT, QHSE, Internal Audit, and other relevant corporate functions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>External Stakeholders:</strong> External legal advisers, compliance consultants, screening providers, auditors, and relevant regulators or authorities, in coordination with the Chief Legal Officer and authorised business representatives.</p><p><br></p>

Company Description<br><br>Since first going into action in 1909, the BESIX Group has over the years grown into a multidisciplinary company with a leading position in its markets: construction, property development and concessions. BESIX Contracting specializes in construction, infrastructure and marine works, often in contracts with a high level of complexity. In Benelux and France, the Group’s regional affiliates BESIX Infra, Belemco, Cobelba, Jacques Delens, Vanhout, Wust and Lux TP ensure a strong presence and a local approach. With Franki Foundations, West Construct, Socogetra, BESIX Environment and Van den Berg, the Group offers specialist niche solutions for the building market like deep foundations, geo-engineering, road construction, water treatment and cable and pipeline construction.<br><br>Backed by our experience in our home markets, we have built up strong positions outside Europe. A typical example is the Middle East, where over a 50 year period we have built up an impressive portfolio. This diversification in activities and geography pays off by reducing our risk exposure<br><br>Job Description<br><br>Why This Role Matters<br><br>The Project Director is responsible for leading the successful delivery of large-scale marine construction projects (USD 300M+) across the GCC region. This role carries full accountability for project P&L, execution strategy, and delivery performance, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.<br><br>The position requires a hands-on leader from a Tier 1 marine contractor background, with proven experience in delivering complex marine works such as breakwaters, dredging, reclamation, quay walls, and port infrastructure within the GCC.<br><br>What You’ll Drive<br><br>Supervise and coordinate activities for the successful completion of the project(s) in accordance with client requirements, organizational policies/procedures, contract terms, and specified time and cost parameters. Coach and mentor project managers working under them Establish the organizational chart and project processes to ensure the proper functioning of the support team in various sections, in accordance with company policies. Address processes malfunctions as needed and motivate staff effectively. Coordinate activities on the project(s) among different trades and departments. Validate contractual options, whether they are technical, financial, or time related. Validate legal matters, with the agreement of the Six Construct legal department. Manage contractual and financial follow-up and budget control. Approve all engagements related to the project. Conclude supply and sub-contracts after preparatory work by the support team, including pre-contract quality and performance audits. Engage in social contacts and public relations to benefit the company. Coordinate with all third parties, negotiate with contractors, suppliers, and subcontractors throughout all stages of the project life cycle, and participate in handling tenders and contracts. Implement project budgets and allocate resources, enforce project standards, conduct technical reviews, manage team.<br><br>Qualifications<br><br>You’re a Great Fit If You Have<br><br>Proven experience working with Tier 1 marine contractors Minimum 15-20 years of experience in marine construction Currently or recently in a Project Director / Senior Project Manager role Strong experience in GCC region (UAE, KSA, Qatar, etc.) is mandatory Experienced people and team manager, seeking consensus and demonstrating good listening skills. Advanced understanding of contract management. Is a natural organizer with deep understanding of process management within an organization. Holds deep knowledge of marine construction works, both technically and practically. Has the ability to rapidly assess issues, develop alternative solutions, and implement pragmatic strategies. Excellent communicator, both internally and externally. Demonstrates proficiency in negotiating at a high level and in complex environments. Exhibits professionalism, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a results-oriented approach. Holds a high degree of flexibility and adaptability. Commercially gifted. Fluent in English, and additional European language, such as French or Dutch, is considered an asset. Willingness to relocate as required by business needs<br><br>Additional Information<br><br>Why You’ll Enjoy Working with Us<br><br>Competitive Benefits Positive Workplace Culture Opportunity to work with a leading international construction group Exposure to large-scale, high-impact projects in the Middle East Collaborative, diverse, and professional work environment Career growth and development opportunities

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><span>SUMMARY OF THE ROLE</span></p><br>We are looking for an experienced commercial and technical leader to drive Jotun’s Shipping and Yards, Fabricators &amp; Applicators (YFA) business across the MEIA region. This role combines regional strategy, key account development, sales leadership and capability building to strengthen Jotun’s market position and deliver sustainable, profitable growth in close coordination with country teams across different markets.<br>This position will be based in Dubai, UAE; and will report to the Regional Protective &amp; Marine Sales Director.<p><b>Responsibilities </b></p><br><ul><li>Define, lead and implement the regional Shipping, Yards, Fabricators &amp; Applicators (YFA) strategy across MEIA, setting clear priorities, activity plans, resource allocation and aligning execution with country teams and business objectives.</li><li>Develop and strengthen strategic relationships with ship owners, ship managers, yards, fabricators and applicators by understanding customer needs, market dynamics and decision-making processes, positioning Jotun as the preferred regional partner through value-based selling and technical collaboration.</li><li>Drive regional key accounts, strategic projects and cross-border opportunities in collaboration with sales, technical, specification and operations teams to improve win rates, secure project pipelines and deliver sustainable, profitable growth.</li><li>Build and enhance commercial capability across MEIA by identifying competence gaps, coaching country teams, supporting development plans and fostering a collaborative, high-performance sales culture.</li><li>Share customer intelligence and market insights across the region to support innovation, faster decision-making, coordinated execution and stronger commercial performance.</li><li>Leverage deep expertise in the Shipping and YFA business, including tender processes, project dynamics and customer decision-making, while influencing senior customers, internal leaders and key stakeholders to strengthen partnerships and commercial execution.</li></ul><br><p><span>WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER</span></p><br><p><b>What we look for&nbsp;</b></p><br><ul><li>Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Sales, Engineering, Marine &amp; Protective Coatings, or another relevant discipline.</li><li><p>10+ years of relevant commercial experience within Shipping, YFA, Marine and Protective Coatings, including regional or multi-country business exposure.</p><br></li><li>Proven track record in developing strategic customer relationships and delivering sustainable business growth within complex commercial environments.</li><li>Strong coaching, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence teams and customers across multiple markets.</li></ul><p><b>What we offer</b></p><br><ul><li>Competitive compensation and benefits.&nbsp;</li><li>Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning.&nbsp;</li><li>Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies.&nbsp;</li><li>Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores.&nbsp;</li><li>A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self.&nbsp;</li><li>A focus on having fun together through team buildings and social activities.&nbsp;</li></ul><p><br><span><b>POSITION INFORMATION</b></span></p><br><p><b>Company:</b></p><br>Jotun MEIA FZ-LLC<p><br><b>Contract Type:</b></p><br>Regular<p><b>Time Type:</b></p><br>Full time<p><span><b>CLOSING DATE (dd.mm.yyyy):</b></span></p><br>05.09.2026<p><span>WHO WE ARE</span></p><br>Jotun’s story in the MEIA region (Middle East, India and Africa) began in 1962, and has grown to include 18 legal entities committed to achieving success and growth of the Jotun Group. Throughout our history, we have focused on providing our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development, underpinned by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness.Jotun MEIA FZ-LLC is the regional hub for Jotun in the MEIA region providing functional and business support to all our legal entities. With more than 130 employees, we aim to further strengthen Jotun’s position in the region through ambitious market growth plans that focus on innovation, efficiency and profitability.<p>Visit our Career Page to know more about life at Jotun.</p><br><p>Jotun’s company culture welcomes and values differences in people. Our more than 10,200 employees on all continents represent 90 nationalities, four generations and diversity of professions, gender, abilities, ethnicities, beliefs, cultures etc. We are committed to represent the societies we operate in, promoting equality, equity and zero-tolerance for discrimination.</p><br><p>If you are applying to a position and require any additional support in the interview process, please let us know how we can accommodate this. &nbsp;</p><br><p>If you think that this role is what you could be doing next, apply now!</p><br> </div>

<ul><li>Act as the main contact within the organization's Legal team and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Document the company's board meetings and manage the disclosure register of the board and executive management.</li><li>Draft, review, negotiate, and finalize various types of contracts, agreements, MOUs, and legal documents for entities/divisions.</li><li>Identify and mitigate legal risks; evaluate contracts and analyze risk exposure.</li><li>Ensure all policies and procedures are legally compliant and up to date.</li><li>Provide legal consultations to the business and its leaders and advise on risk avoidance.</li><li>Conduct awareness sessions and provide recommendations to enhance policies and procedures.</li><li>Manage business resources and budget allocation for legal matters, ensuring budget compliance and approvals.</li><li>Represent the company in meetings, negotiate contractual terms with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and finalize agreements.</li><li>Negotiate M&A agreements and involve external parties as required.</li><li>Review JV agreements and projects with assistance from external legal counsels.</li><li>Monitor and supervise litigation internally with litigation counsel and external law firms.</li><li>Assist in debt collection legal proceedings with finance department.</li><li>Serve as Company Secretary for Imdaad Group Companies and Subsidiaries with active boards.</li><li>Coordinate with Chairman and Board Members on organizing meetings and agendas.</li><li>Prepare and consolidate Board presentations in coordination with various departments and communicate to the Board.</li><li>Draft minutes of board and committee meetings ensuring accuracy and completeness.</li><li>Track actions from meetings with timelines and responsibilities and present status in subsequent meetings.</li><li>Plan and manage Group's Board Meetings and Annual General Meetings including subsidiaries and JVs.</li><li>Manage smooth functioning of various Boards and interface among Shareholders, Boards, and Management.</li><li>Compile and manage company files including articles of incorporation, regulations, share register, minutes, monthly and annual reports.</li><li>Assist with preparation and amendment of organizational regulations, corporate governance, and risk management guidelines.</li><li>Arrange premises and technical facilities for Board and other meetings as per Chairman's consultation.</li><li>Handle registration of changes and deletions in commercial register.</li><li>Inform Board members on relevant legislative and law changes.</li><li>Provide legal advice and support in corporate law, employment law, contract law, and intellectual property especially during Board meetings.</li><li>Report annually to auditors on any current litigation.</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Postgraduate qualification preferred.</li><li>Relevant professional attested certification is a must.</li><li>Professional certification on corporate secretaryship is required.</li><li>Certified Board Secretary.</li><li>10-12 years relevant experience as Corporate Lawyer, Legal Consultant/Legal advisor.</li><li>In-house experience preferred; both in-house and law firm experience is advantageous.</li><li>Eye for detail, commercial awareness, and creative problem solving skills.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ownership and accountability.</li><li>Service industry experience is an advantage.</li><li>Advanced communication skills in English and Arabic (oral and written) are mandatory.</li><li>Knowledge of other languages is an advantage.</li><li>Ability to analyze, develop, and implement policies and ensure compliance across the organization.</li></ul>

<p><strong>Role Purpose :</strong></p><p><br>The Legal Consultant – Litigation is responsible for filing, managing and reporting on civil cases, payment orders, labour, tenancy and criminal matters assigned to them, in line with the Litigation team’s guidelines and the direction of the Senior Legal Advisor – Litigation. Working across the Group’s portfolio of companies, the role protects the Group’s legal and financial interests by managing cases efficiently, supervising external counsel, supporting debt recovery and out-of-court settlements, and keeping accurate, up-to-date litigation records that enable informed decisions by Group leadership.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>► Case Management & Litigation</strong></p><br><p>– Handle assigned litigation cases — civil, criminal, tenancy and labour — in line with Group Legal guidelines and the instructions of the Senior Legal Advisor – Litigation. – File and follow up on civil claims, payment orders and related proceedings before the UAE courts, committees and relevant authorities. – Prepare case summaries, status updates and progress reports for the Senior Legal Advisor – Litigation and Group Head – Legal.</p><br><p>► <strong>External Counsel & Debt Recovery</strong></p><br><p>– Supervise external law firms on assigned matters, monitoring strategy, deadlines, quality of work and costs. – Support Group businesses and Credit Control in debt collection, negotiating and documenting out-of-court settlements where appropriate. – Coordinate with police and government authorities on case-related filings, follow-ups and enforcement steps.</p><br><p>► <strong>Documentation, Notarisation & Case Data</strong></p><br><p>– Draft standardized legal documents, notices and correspondence using approved templates and guidelines. – Support the commercial teams with notarization requirements at the notary public. – Maintain accurate, complete and up-to-date data in the Group’s litigation case management system, ensuring records are audit-ready.</p><br><p>► <strong>Communication & Team Support</strong></p><br><p>– Communicate and engage effectively with internal and external parties in both Arabic and English, including in challenging or adversarial situations. – Support initiatives led by the Senior Legal Advisor – Litigation to improve litigation processes, reporting and outcomes.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><br><p>► Education – Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB or equivalent). </p><p>► Experience – 1–2 years of relevant litigation experience in the UAE. – Exposure to civil, labour, tenancy and/or criminal matters and court procedures is expected. </p><p>► Skills & Languages – Native-level Arabic and fluent English, written and spoken. – Strong attention to detail with the ability to spot errors and inconsistencies. – Ability to execute assigned work precisely and effectively in line with guidelines and instructions. – Excellent oral and written communication skills, including with challenging or adversarial counterparts. </p><p>► Other Requirements – Valid UAE driving licence (mandatory).</p>

<p>Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Employment Type: Full-time, On-site 12+ months employment. About the Role We are looking for an experienced Legal Expert on behalf of our client, a reputable international engineering and project-management company operating across industrial, oil & gas, and infrastructure sectors. The successful candidate will act as the internal legal advisor, providing strategic legal and contractual guidance to support the company’s corporate, commercial, and project operations in the UAE and across international jurisdictions. This position requires strong knowledge of UAE legislation, corporate governance, and contract law, with familiarity with U.S. and British law considered a strong advantage. Key Responsibilities • Provide day-to-day legal counsel to senior management and project teams. • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements including EPC, consultancy, supply, joint venture, and subcontracting contracts. • Advise on UAE corporate, commercial, and labour law, ensuring full compliance with applicable regulations. • Support corporate governance and entity structuring; maintain compliance with licensing, registration, and documentation requirements. • Oversee contract risk management and recommend practical mitigation measures for ongoing and future projects. • Liaise with regulatory bodies, external counsel, auditors, and authorities on corporate and legal matters. • Review and maintain internal policies and legal frameworks covering anti-bribery, data protection, sanctions, and confidentiality. • Monitor legal developments in UAE law, with ability to interpret U.S. and British legal principles relevant to cross-border and international contracts. • Support dispute prevention and resolution, including claims management, arbitration, and litigation oversight. • Provide pragmatic, business-oriented legal advice balancing compliance and commercial objectives.</p><p>Candidate Profile • Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) required; Master’s degree or LLM in Corporate or Commercial Law preferred. • Qualified lawyer (UAE or other common-law jurisdiction) • 8–10 years of post-qualification experience, ideally gained in the UAE or GCC region within project-based or industrial sectors. • Proven expertise in UAE law with strong understanding of contractual, corporate, and labour frameworks. • Knowledge of British law is a significant advantage, particularly for cross-border or multi-jurisdictional matters. • Excellent drafting and negotiation skills with a commercial and solution-driven mindset. • Strong analytical skills, integrity, and ability to handle confidential information with professionalism. • Languages: English – fluent (mandatory); other languages will be considered a strong asset. What the Client Offers • Opportunity to join a dynamic and international organisation involved in large-scale engineering and industrial projects. • Professional working environment with clear growth prospects.</p>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <strong>Key Responsibilities</strong><br> <ul> <li>Lead the review and negotiation of <strong>client contracts</strong>, ensuring commercial and legal risks are identified and mitigated</li> <li>Manage and advise on <strong>contractual legal matters</strong>, including interpretation of clauses and dispute avoidance strategies</li> <li>Oversee <strong>NDA preparation and review</strong>, ensuring compliance and protection of company interests</li> <li>Support <strong>pre-construction and tender reviews</strong>, assessing commercial exposure, terms, and contract conditions</li> <li>Provide guidance on <strong>legal and contractual frameworks</strong>&nbsp;across project lifecycle phases</li> <li>Liaise with external advisors where required</li> <li>Monitor compliance with <strong>UAE construction law, FIDIC, and local regulations</strong></li> <li>Contribute to strategic decision-making on high-value projects and bids</li> </ul> <strong>Candidate Requirements</strong><br> <ul> <li>Circa <strong>20+ years’ experience</strong>&nbsp;within construction, contracts, or commercial functions</li> <li>Proven track record</li> <li>Strong understanding of:<ul> <li>Contract law and commercial risk</li> <li>FIDIC and bespoke contract forms</li> <li>NDA structures and legal documentation</li> <li>Pre-contract/tender stage commercial reviews</li> </ul></li> <li><strong>UAE experience preferred</strong>, GCC experience considered</li> <li>Background may include:<ul> <li>Formal <strong>legal qualification (LLB or equivalent)</strong> <em>or</em></li> <li>Early career experience could be within the <strong>legal sector</strong>&nbsp;before moving into construction</li> </ul></li> <li>Strong stakeholder management, negotiation, and advisory skills</li> </ul> <br><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><b>Job Description Summary: </b></p><br><p><span>Provide assistance and support on matters handled by the legal function across the Eurasia &amp; Middle East Operating Unit, focusing primarily on the Middle East region and Pakistan and Afghanistan, with flexibility to provide support to other franchises within the Operating Unit when needed. Responsibilities include tracking and administering agreements, drafting non-complex contracts, pre-reviewing labels and promotional materials, handling company secretarial work, and providing administrative and office support to ensure smooth daily operations. Support Legal Counsels in delivering continuity, sustainability, consistency, and effectiveness of the function.</span></p><br><p><b>What You’ll Do for Us</b></p><br><ul><li><b>Company Secretarial Work</b><br>Facilitate company secretarial processes for the Company and its subsidiaries/associated entities, including drafting Board of Directors (BoD) resolutions, General Assembly documents, and Powers of Attorney; coordinating timely completion of registrations and accreditations; and maintaining governance documentation repositories.</li><li><b>Contract Drafting &amp; Review</b><br>Assist business units in developing business terms for contracts and draft/review non-complex documents; provide legal language support to Operations Counsels and contribute to contract lifecycle management to ensure compliance and readiness for audits.</li><li><b>Dispute and Correspondence Drafting</b><br>Draft pleadings to be submitted to execution offices, correspondence, termination letters, and other formal communications as required.</li><li><b>Marketing &amp; Promotions Review</b><br>Compose, review, and make recommendations on promotion legal texts provided by Marketing departments; review package labels, marketing, advertising, and PR materials to ensure compliance with applicable laws and company policies.</li><li><b>Regulatory Monitoring</b><br>Monitor local regulations and advise internal clients on new enactments; coordinate with outside counsel as needed to address regulatory changes and compliance requirements.</li><li><b>Records Management</b><br>Maintain accurate and efficient departmental records tracking contracts, approvals, policies, regulatory updates, and other relevant legal documents.</li><li><b>Budget Follow-Up</b><br>Track and administer the Legal function’s budget, including costs for outside counsel, notarization, litigation, travel, etc.; recommend adjustments or reallocations as needed.</li><li><b>Training &amp; Awareness</b><br>Support delivery of training to associates and management related to compliance, governance, litigation, and policies; prepare informative bulletins to raise legal awareness.</li><li><b>Process Improvement</b><br>Observe ways of operating and recommend innovations to make legal processes more effective and productive.</li><li><b>Regional Support</b><br>Provide legal assistance across the Eurasia &amp; Middle East Operating Unit whenever cross-market support is required.</li></ul><p><b>Qualifications &amp; Requirements</b></p><br><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Law (preferred) and/or relevant paralegal/legal secretarial certification or diploma.</li><li>At least 3–5 years of work experience in a law firm or legal department of a multinational company.</li><li>Legal research capability, detail orientation, and a strong compliance mindset.</li><li>Clear, effective communication skills and&nbsp;<b>fluency in English</b>;&nbsp;<b>Arabic language skills are a definite advantage</b>.</li><li>High integrity, time management skills, and ability to manage diverse stakeholders.</li><li>Demonstrated prioritization skills in a complex, multicultural environment.</li><li>Growth-oriented mindset (Curiosity, Inclusiveness, Accountability, Continuous Improvement, Empowerment).</li></ul><p><b>Skills:</b></p><br>Active Listening, Business Writing, Personal Initiative, Prioritization, Process Improvements, Relationship Management, Risk Analysis, Understanding &amp; Assessing Risk<p><span><b>Location(s):</b></span></p><br>United Arab Emirates<p><span><b>City/Cities:</b></span></p><br><p><span><b>Travel Required:</b></span></p><br>00% - 25%<p><span><b>Relocation Provided:</b></span></p><br>No<p><span><b>Job Posting End Date:</b></span></p><br>September 3, 2026<p><b>Our Purpose and Growth Culture:</b></p><br><p>We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons <span>our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision</span>&nbsp;to learn more about these behaviors and how you <span>can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.</span></p><br> </div>

Role Overview We are looking for a reliable, organized and detail-oriented Admin Assistant to support the Chief Legal Officer and legal department from our Dubai office.<br>This is a hands-on Admin Assistant role. The ideal candidate will support the day-to-day administration of the legal department .<br>Key Responsibilities Provide day-to-day administrative and coordination support to the Chief Legal Officer. Manage legal requests, approvals, follow-ups, deadlines, trackers, and pending action items. Support contract approval processes, approval workflows, document routing, signatures, filing, and record maintenance. Review documents for basic completeness, including entity names, dates, parties, signatures, approval status, supporting documents. Ensure all documents are accurately named, version-controlled, stored, and easy to retrieve. Coordinate with internal teams including Finance, HR, Operations, Commercial, and other business units. Follow up with stakeholders to obtain missing information, signatures, approvals, clarifications, or documents. Assist with basic documents, letters, forms, resolutions, templates and contract approval forms. Maintain document trackers and assist in ensuring records remain accurate and up to date.<br>Requirements Prior experience as an admin assistant or legal administrator would be advantageous. Must be locally available in the UAE. Must be able to work from the Dubai office, 5 days per week. Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information. Good written and verbal English communication skills. Strong follow-up, tracking, and coordination skills. Comfortable working with documents, spreadsheets, shared drives, approval workflows, and e-signature tools.<br>Preferred Skills1-3 years’ experience in an administrative or admin support function. Experience using Microsoft Office.<br>Candidate Profile If you are dependable, structured, and comfortable working in a support-focused coordination role, this opportunity may be a strong fit for you. We are looking for someone who takes pride in accuracy, organization, confidentiality, and follow-through, and who values stability, consistency, and long-term ownership of administrative processes. Apply today.