Corporate Legal Counsel

About UpliftUplift is a dynamic agency specializing in global talent search, covering EMEA, LATAM, USA, and APAC. With successful placements in 52 countries, we combine speed and cutting-edge technology to source top executive and mid-senior talent across various functions. Our innovative approach integrates global networks, AI, and advanced recruitment tools. Beyond recruitment, we engage with our audience through our podcast, newsletter, and webinars, ensuring we stay at the forefront of talent acquisition and global HR trends.About Our ClientOur client is a reputed business advisory company in the UAE.We are looking for a Corporate Legal Counsel to join their growing team and take responsibilityfor the company's day-to-day corporate and commercial legal matters.This is an excellent opportunity for a UAE-experienced, commercially minded lawyer who wantsto work closely with the founder and gain broad exposure to the UAE business environment.Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts
• Consultancy agreements, NDAs, service agreements and other business contracts
• Company formation and corporate structuring
• Shareholder and partnership agreements
• Corporate restructuring and related documentation
• Identifying contractual and legal risks
• Advising management on UAE corporate and commercial matters
• Liaising with external legal counsel, free zones and government authorities when required
• Developing and maintaining the company's legal templates and processesRequirements
• Law degree and relevant legal qualification
• 2–4 years of corporate/commercial legal experience
• Minimum 1 year of professional legal experience in the UAE
• Good practical understanding of UAE corporate and commercial law
• Experience with UAE mainland and/or free-zone companies
• Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills
• Excellent English communication and drafting skills
• Fluent Turkish or strong Turkish language skills
• Strong business acumen and commercial mindset
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of matters
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills