# Senior Corporate Legal Counsel (FZ & Banking Compliance) — INDICAA GROUP FZE

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Location: Dubai, UAE
Type: full_time · Level: senior
Monthly salary: AED 30,000 to 55,000 per month (estimated, not employer-stated) (UAE salaries are tax-free)
Posted: 2026-08-21
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## Description

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Department: Legal & Compliance

Experience Required: Minimum 5 years of relevant corporate legal experience within the UAE/Dubai market

Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role
We are seeking a dynamic, results-driven Corporate Legal Professional to manage and oversee our corporate legal matters, banking compliance, and Free Zone (FZ) company formations and regulatory frameworks.

The ideal candidate will have a strong grounding in UAE corporate laws, extensive experience liaising with UAE banks and regulatory authorities, and a proactive approach to handling complex cross-border and local legal structures.
Key Responsibilities1. Corporate Legal & Advisory

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of commercial contracts, agreements, and corporate documents, including shareholders' agreements, share purchase agreements, vendor contracts, NDAs, and other legal documents.

• Provide strategic legal advice to management on operational risks, corporate governance, and local statutory requirements.

• Maintain corporate records, board minutes, and resolutions in compliance with UAE Federal Decree-Laws and applicable Free Zone regulations.

• Maintain digital records for all companies by systematically filing and updating important corporate documents.

2. Banking Compliance & Relations

• Lead legal and regulatory compliance processes required by UAE and international banking institutions.

• Coordinate corporate account openings, account updates, KYC/AML (Anti-Money Laundering) requirements, and facility documentation with partner banks.

• Ensure ongoing alignment with Central Bank guidelines, Economic Substance Regulations (ESR), and Ultimate Beneficial Ownership (UBO) filing requirements.

3. Free Zone & Mainland Company Matters

• Manage end-to-end Mainland and Free Zone operations, including entity setup, license renewals, amendments, corporate restructuring, and deregistration across major UAE Free Zones, including DMCC, DIFC, JAFZA, DAFZA, and SAIF Zone.

• Manage visa renewals for various UAE entities and provide necessary documentation and administrative support for companies.

• Upload renewed trade licenses to relevant portals, including FTA-CT, and support VAT compliance requirements.

• Liaise directly with Mainland and Free Zone authorities, government bodies, banks, and external legal counsel to resolve regulatory queries and expedite compliance procedures.

Key Requirements & QualificationsEducation

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent.

• Master of Laws (LLM) or relevant legal certifications, including qualified lawyer status in the home jurisdiction, will be an advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of post-qualification experience.

• Proven track record working within a reputable law firm or an in-house legal department strictly within the Dubai/UAE market.

Domain Expertise

• Deep, hands-on knowledge of UAE Corporate Law.

• Strong understanding of UAE Free Zone regulations and Mainland company requirements.

• Practical knowledge of banking compliance, KYC/AML, UBO, ESR, and related regulatory requirements.

• Strong expertise in commercial contract drafting, review, negotiation, and legal advisory.

Core Competencies

• Exceptional analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Arabic language proficiency will be a strong advantage.

• High level of professional autonomy, discretion, confidentiality, and ethical standards.

• Strong ability to manage multiple entities, regulatory requirements, deadlines, and stakeholders simultaneously.

• Proactive, detail-oriented, and results-driven approach to legal and compliance matters.

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## Requirements

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent. Master of Laws (LLM) or relevant legal certifications, including qualified lawyer status in the home jurisdiction, will be an advantage. Minimum 5 years of post-qualification experience. Proven track record within the Dubai/UAE market, either in a reputable law firm or in-house legal department.

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