# Legal Counsel — Calvin James Recruitment

Canonical: https://jobxdubai.com/jobs/li-4452241034-legal-counsel
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Type: full_time · Level: senior
Monthly salary: AED 35,000 to 55,000 per month (estimated, not employer-stated) (UAE salaries are tax-free)
Posted: 2026-08-17
Apply: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/legal-counsel-at-calvin-james-recruitment-4452241034?_l=en

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## Description

Legal Counsel

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Reporting to: Head of Legal

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to join a well-established family group in Abu Dhabi. The role will provide comprehensive legal support across a diversified portfolio of businesses, ensuring compliance with UAE laws and regulations while supporting commercial and strategic objectives.

This is a broad, hands-on role requiring strong commercial awareness and the ability to operate across multiple business units.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Advisory

• Provide day-to-day legal advice to senior management and business units

• Support strategic decision-making with sound legal guidance

• Ensure compliance with UAE laws, regulations, and corporate governance requirements

Contracts & Commercial

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements

• Manage contracts across multiple business sectors (real estate, retail, investment, etc.)

• Advise on risk exposure and mitigation strategies

Corporate & Governance

• Support corporate structuring, company formation, and restructuring activities

• Ensure proper governance frameworks are in place across group entities

• Liaise with external counsel, regulators, and government authorities as required

Regulatory & Compliance

• Monitor and advise on regulatory changes impacting the business

• Ensure group-wide compliance policies and procedures are implemented

• Support internal compliance initiatives and audits

Disputes & Risk Management

• Manage legal disputes and litigation in coordination with external counsel

• Provide proactive advice on risk management and dispute avoidance

• Handle claims, negotiations, and settlement discussions

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB or equivalent); LLM is an advantage

• Qualified lawyer

• Arabic Speaker

• 5–10+ years of legal experience

• Experience within a family group, conglomerate, or diversified business is highly preferred

• Strong knowledge of UAE laws and regulatory environment

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## Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB or equivalent); LLM is an advantage; Qualified lawyer; Arabic Speaker; 5–10+ years of legal experience; Experience within a family group, conglomerate, or diversified business is highly preferred; Strong knowledge of UAE laws and regulatory environment.

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