Associate Lawyer

Primary Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of corporate transaction documents.
• Monitor changes in global corporate and real estate laws, particularly in the UAE and India, and provide insights to ensure client compliance.
• Advise on international and UAE real estate investment structures, real estate transactions, property holding vehicles, and compliance with applicable real estate and property ownership laws.
• Conduct due diligence, Title Verification and risk assessment for corporate transactions.
• Provide legal advice on corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory matters.
• Prepare, review, and amend legal documents such as Sale & Purchase Agreements (SPAs), Lease Agreements, Tenancy Contracts, and Development Agreements in compliance with UAE real estate laws and international standards.
• Ensure all legal documentation is in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Advise clients on legal and commercial risks associated with corporate transactions.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and understanding of their business needs.
• Stay updated on changes in relevant laws and regulations in the Middle East.
• Advise clients on regulatory compliance and best practices to mitigate legal risks.
• Work closely with other legal team members, external counsel, and business partners to ensure seamless execution of transactions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide integrated legal solutions.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support transactional work and provide strategic legal advice.
• Keep abreast of industry trends and developments to anticipate legal issues and provide proactive solutions.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Common Law from a recognized university.
• 1-3 years of PQE in corporate transactional work.
• Strong understanding of corporate law, joint ventures or strategic partnerships, and private equity transactions and Real Estate Law
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in both written and spoken English; knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High level of integrity and professional ethics.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience advising on cross-border transactions and exchange control regulations.
• Familiarity with international corporate law frameworks.
• Understanding of private client practice, wealth structuring, and family office advisory.
• Exposure to UAE real estate laws, property transactions, and structuring of real estate investments through corporate and offshore vehicles.
• Knowledge of international real estate investment structures and compliance requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.