Senior Legal Manager

Our client is an established real estate developer in Dubai, focused on creating high-quality properties and well-managed communities, with a strong emphasis on sustainable growth, customer experience and long-term asset value.With interests spanning real estate development, property leasing, community management and post-handover operations, the organization operates within Dubai’s dynamic real estate landscape. It is committed to maintaining high standards of corporate governance, legal compliance and operational excellence while building lasting relationships with property owners, tenants, investors and regulatory authorities.Purpose of the RoleThe role holder will provide legal counsel and support across all aspects of real estate development operations, with a particular focus on real estate transactions, leasing / licensing arrangements and related contractual matters, including but not limited to:Serving as the primary legal point of contact for internal teams, with a focus on real estate sales and purchases, leasing, hospitality and commercial contract mattersReviewing, drafting and negotiating a broad range of real estate-related agreements, including leases and licences, sale and purchase agreements (SPAs), reservation agreements, expressions of interest (EOIs), notices, property and facilities management contracts,hospitality / F&B / events agreements, broker agreementsProviding legal and commercial advice on property-related matters, including in relation to Dubai real estate laws, regulations and practices (e.g. ejari, oqood, AML, etc.) and associated operational matters, as well as advising on master developer / community management requirements and practicesCoordinating cross-functional, property-related input from stakeholders such as Finance, Compliance, and Insurance to ensure alignment and risk mitigation in real estate and related commercial contractsAdvising on and managing disputes related to real estate matters and contracts, including terminations, cancellations and evictions, Dubai Court / RDC proceedings and arbitration, and overseeing external counsel and leading dispute resolution strategyIdeal candidate profile : UAE experience is an absolute must!8+ years of experience in core legal function with proven working experience in the real estate industry (private practice and / or in-house at UAE Real Estate Developer) as well as:A Bachelor of Laws from an accredited law school.Excellent knowledge and understanding of Dubai Real Estate laws, regulations and procedures (including DLD, RERA and RDC processes and requirements) and other laws and practices that are relevant / applicable to real estate and property matters within Dubai.Accuracy, diligence and attention to detail.Time management and a high degree of professional ethics and integrity.Good verbal and written communication skills.Strong planning, problem-solving and organisational skills with an ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.We thank all applicants for their interest. Shortlisted candidates with the UAE experience will be contacted within a week.