Legal Counsel

Legal CounselLocation: Abu Dhabi, UAEReporting to: Head of LegalJob SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to join a well-established family group in Abu Dhabi. The role will provide comprehensive legal support across a diversified portfolio of businesses, ensuring compliance with UAE laws and regulations while supporting commercial and strategic objectives.This is a broad, hands-on role requiring strong commercial awareness and the ability to operate across multiple business units.Key ResponsibilitiesLegal AdvisoryProvide day-to-day legal advice to senior management and business unitsSupport strategic decision-making with sound legal guidanceEnsure compliance with UAE laws, regulations, and corporate governance requirementsContracts & CommercialDraft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreementsManage contracts across multiple business sectors (real estate, retail, investment, etc.)Advise on risk exposure and mitigation strategiesCorporate & GovernanceSupport corporate structuring, company formation, and restructuring activitiesEnsure proper governance frameworks are in place across group entitiesLiaise with external counsel, regulators, and government authorities as requiredRegulatory & ComplianceMonitor and advise on regulatory changes impacting the businessEnsure group-wide compliance policies and procedures are implementedSupport internal compliance initiatives and auditsDisputes & Risk ManagementManage legal disputes and litigation in coordination with external counselProvide proactive advice on risk management and dispute avoidanceHandle claims, negotiations, and settlement discussionsRequirementsBachelor’s degree in Law (LLB or equivalent); LLM is an advantageQualified lawyerArabic Speaker5–10+ years of legal experienceExperience within a family group, conglomerate, or diversified business is highly preferredStrong knowledge of UAE laws and regulatory environment