Senior Lawyer - Real Estate

Department Icon Legal & Regulatory
88+ Applicants
Posted: 6 months ago
15-20 years
Dubai, UAE
full time

Posted: 6 months ago
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Job description / Role
Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
Dubai, UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
35000 - 40000 AED
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Fluent
Job Function
Legal
Company Industry
Property & Real Estate

At Guildhall we are support one of Dubais fastest growing real estate developers who are looking for a highly accomplished Senior Lawyer with 15–20 years of professional experience in real estate law, litigation, and FIDIC contracts. The ideal candidate will be a qualified Arabic-speaking lawyer with deep knowledge of the UAE and GCC legal landscape, capable of
representing Citi Developers in courts and arbitration, drafting and reviewing complex contracts, and acting as a trusted advisor to our leadership team.

Job Responsibilities
• Represent Citi Developers in courts, arbitration, and dispute resolution proceedings.
• Draft, review, and negotiate FIDIC contracts, real estate purchase agreements, lease agreements, and construction contracts.
• Prepare and review MOUs, contracts, and legal agreements with partners, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Handle all Dubai Land Department (DLD) related matters
• Provide strategic legal advice on property acquisitions, joint ventures, and development projects.
• Manage and oversee all litigation cases and regulatory matters, liaising with external counsel as required.
• Ensure all real estate operations comply with UAE laws, court requirements, and regulatory frameworks.
• Advise senior leadership on risk mitigation, dispute strategies, and compliance issues.
• Conduct legal due diligence for major real estate and investment transactions.

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• Establish and update internal legal processes and policies to support business growth.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent from a recognized university; Master’s in Law is an advantage.
• Must be a qualified and licensed Lawyer with the right to practice law.
• 15–20 years of experience in real estate law, litigation, and contract management.
• Proven expertise in FIDIC contract drafting and review.
• Strong background in drafting MOUs, agreements, and DLD-related matters.
• Extensive knowledge of court systems, litigation procedures, and arbitration practices.
• Native or fluent Arabic speaker with excellent English communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage high-value disputes and complex negotiations.
• Prior experience working with real estate developers or major construction companies is highly preferred

Salary:
AED 35,000 to 40,000 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

About the Company

Guildhall is the most respected HR & Headhunting Consultancy in the MENA Region.

With deep, extensive knowledge of HR & Recruiting in the region, Guildhall has become a trusted partner of choice for candidates and clients. Starting from an exclusive recruitment agency in Dubai - UAE, Guildhall has grown into an elite service with the ability to cover vacancies in across MENA and Asia-pacific.

Offering tailored Career Sessions and an innovative industry-first membership program designed to save money on core services.

Guildhall is the partner of choice.

Skills

AgreementsArbitrationLitigationContract DraftingContractsCourtLegalLawLegal AdviceMousReal Estate LawLawyer

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Application Deadline

13 Dec 25, 02:15 PM IST

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