UAE National I Assistant Manager - Legal I Dubai I Financial Services I Orient Insurance PJSC

Job Requisition ID: 177190 Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate. By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day Job Description: We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our dynamic team at Orient Insurance, Dubai, a leading insurance company in the UAE. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting our legal department by reviewing and analyzing legal agreements, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and assisting with various legal tasks. What you will do: - Reviewing Legal Agreements: Conduct thorough reviews of legal agreements, contracts, and other documents to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and regulations as well as local jurisdiction - Legal Research: Perform legal research to support the legal team in understanding and interpreting laws, regulations, and legal precedents relevant to the insurance industry. - Document Preparation: Assist in the preparation, drafting, and editing of legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and correspondence. - File Management: Maintain organized and up-to-date legal files, ensuring all documents are properly filed and easily accessible. - Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other departments to provide legal support and ensure that company objectives are met. Required Skills to be successful: - Education: A minimum of bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies - Experience: Previous experience in a legal assistant, particularly within the insurance industry, is an asset. What equips you for the role - Skills: - Strong understanding of legal terminology and principles. - Excellent organizational and time-management skills. - Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. - Effective communication and interpersonal skills. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools. - Attributes: - Ability to work independently and as part of a team. - Proactive and able to take initiative. - Strong ethical standards and integrity. - Ability to handle confidential information with discretion About Orient Insurance PJSC Orient Insurance Company commenced operations in 1982 as a part of the reputed Al-Futtaim Group and has since recorded a progressively steady growth. The Company is counted among the leaders in the UAE insurance market. Orient Insurance Company has a paid-up capital of AED 500 million which is the highest in the insurance industry in UAE. With head office in Dubai, the company serves its clientele through an extensive branch network in Jebel Ali, Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah in UAE, Muscat in Sultanate of Oman, Riyadh in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Bahrain.

Education: A minimum of bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies. Experience: Previous experience in a legal assistant, particularly within the insurance industry, is an asset.

Reviewing legal agreements, contracts, and other documents to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and regulations as well as local jurisdiction. Legal research to support the legal team in understanding and interpreting laws, regulations, and legal precedents relevant to the insurance industry. Document preparation, including drafting and editing of contracts, agreements, and correspondence. File management to maintain organized and up-to-date legal files. Team collaboration with other departments to provide legal support and ensure company objectives are met.