Senior Legal Counsel
Job Description
<ul><li>Opportunity to join a large and leading real estate company based in Dubai|At least 6+ years of experience within real estate or private practice required<br><br><br></li></ul><strong>About Our Client<br><br></strong>As a prominent player in the real estate industry, our client holds a strong presence in the GCC market, with a particular focus on the UAE and Saudi Arabia. The majority of their work consists of property leasing of restaurants, cafe’s and food distribution centres in the GCC.<br><br><strong>Job Description<br><br></strong>As the Senior Legal Counsel, you will play a vital role within the legal team, providing expert guidance and strategic solutions to support to the client’s real estate operations. You will be responsible for managing a diverse range of legal matters, including contract negotiations, compliance, regulatory issues, and intellectual property, along with a team of junior lawyers who would directly report into you.<br><ul><li>Lead and manage a team of junior legal professionals, providing mentorship, guidance, and fostering their professional growth.</li><li>Review, draft, and negotiate complex legal agreements such as leases, purchase agreements, joint venture agreements, and construction contracts.</li><li>Conduct thorough legal due diligence on potential real estate transactions, assessing risks and implementing effective mitigation strategies.</li><li>Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including project managers, finance teams, and senior management, to provide legal support and ensure compliance across all business activities.</li><li>Stay up-to-date with the evolving real estate laws and regulations in the GCC market, particularly in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, and advise the organisation on potential impacts and necessary actions.<br></li></ul><strong>The Successful Applicant<br><br></strong><ul><li>Qualified lawyer with extensive work experience in real estate across the GCC. </li><li>A minimum of 2-3 year’s experience at a reputable private practice firm is highly preferred, demonstrating a strong foundation in legal principles and practices</li><li>At least 5 year’s experience working in-house within the real estate market, enabling a comprehensive understanding of industry-specific challenges and requirements</li><li>Extensive knowledge of real estate laws and regulations in the GCC market, particularly in the UAE and Saudi Arabia.</li><li>Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage a team, delegate tasks, and prioritise work effectively in a fast-paced environment</li></ul><strong>What’s on Offer<br><br></strong>A competitive tax free package and the opportunity to lead a legal team at one of the most prominent real estate companies in the GCC.<br><br><strong>Contact: Judy Sayes<br><br></strong><strong>Quote job ref: JN-062023-6097288</strong>
