A UAE-based organisation operating in the Real Estate and Corporate Services sector is hiring an experienced Legal & Compliance Officer to support business operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and manage legal risk across the organisation.
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Job Overview
| Position | Legal & Compliance Officer |
|---|---|
| Location | United Arab Emirates |
| Industry | Real Estate / Corporate Services |
| Employment Type | Full-Time |
| Experience | 3–6 Years (UAE Experience Required) |
| Language | Arabic (Mandatory) |
About the Role
The organisation is seeking a business-oriented Legal & Compliance Officer to provide legal support, oversee compliance frameworks, and ensure adherence to UAE laws and regulations. The role involves close collaboration with management and business teams to balance legal risk with commercial objectives.
This position is ideal for professionals with strong in-house or law firm experience who are comfortable handling both legal advisory and compliance functions.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial and real estate-related contracts, agreements, and legal documents.
- Ensure compliance with UAE laws and regulations, including real estate and commercial regulations.
- Support and implement internal compliance policies and procedures, such as Code of Conduct, AML, ABAC, COI, and Whistleblowing frameworks.
- Monitor legal and regulatory developments and advise management on potential business impact.
- Liaise with government authorities, regulators, and external legal counsel.
- Assist in dispute management and coordinate litigation matters when required.
- Support corporate governance activities and maintain proper legal documentation.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) is mandatory; LL.M. is an added advantage.
- 3–6 years of relevant UAE legal experience, either in-house or with a law firm.
- Strong knowledge of the UAE legal and regulatory frameworks.
- Experience in compliance support, contract management, and risk mitigation.
- Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills.
- Fluency in Arabic is mandatory.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- A business-focused legal professional, not limited to litigation-only roles.
- Comfortable balancing legal risk with commercial objectives.
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently.
- Strong stakeholder management and advisory skills.
About the Hiring Organisation
The role is with a confidential UAE-based organisation operating across real estate and corporate services, with a focus on regulatory compliance, governance, and sustainable business operations.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates may apply via LinkedIn or share their updated CV directly via email:
📧 Email: nishantconvictionglobal@gmail.com
Subject Line: Legal & Compliance Officer – UAE
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