Legal Counsel

Description

• Advise on the interpretation and application of contractual and statutory provisions to support enforcement strategies, dispute management, and commercial negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with UAE regulatory frameworks across onshore, ADGM, and DIFC jurisdictions.
• Work closely with investment, procurement, commercial, and finance teams to execute complex real estate transactions.
• Drafting and negotiating investment and shareholder documentation, term sheets, subscription agreements, and shareholder arrangements.
• Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating commercial, real estate, and construction contracts.
• Supporting the establishment of legal entities and regulated fund structures.
• Coordinate and manage legal aspects of due diligence for equity and debt transactions.
• Provide legal support for corporate finance initiatives, including capital restructuring and strategic investment activities.

Requirements

We are looking for an experienced, commercially focused Legal Counsel to join our real estate investment platform. This role involves advising on a wide range of high-value, complex real estate matters, including M&A, joint ventures, investment structuring, and fund management activities. The successful candidate will gain significant exposure to institutional-grade investments and work closely with senior leadership across the business.

• Exceptional legal drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a commercial, solutions-focused mindset.
• Minimum 3-5 years post qualification experience gained at a reputable international law firm or within an established corporate/investment fund in the GCC.
• Strong background across corporate law, private equity, funds.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Qualified lawyer in the UK, US, or another recognized common law jurisdiction.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex transactions in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
• Contract FIDIC

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance