# Head of Legal Affairs — Confidential Jobs

Canonical: https://jobxdubai.com/jobs/li-4463593841-head-of-legal-affairs
Location: Dubai, UAE
Type: full_time · Level: senior
Monthly salary: AED 40,000 to 80,000 per month (estimated, not employer-stated) (UAE salaries are tax-free)
Posted: 2026-09-09
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## Description

looking for an experienced Head of Legal Affairs (مدير إدارة الشؤون القانونية) to lead the legal function and provide strategic legal support to the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Legal Affairs Department and provide legal guidance to senior management.

• Review, draft, and negotiate contracts, agreements, MoUs, and other legal documents.

• Ensure the organization's activities comply with United Emirates laws, regulations, and government requirements, particularly those applicable in Dubai.

• Provide legal advice on commercial, employment, corporate, regulatory, and operational matters.

• Monitor changes in United Emirates legislation and Dubai government regulations and advise management on their impact.

• Manage legal risks, disputes, claims, and litigation in coordination with external legal advisors when required.

• Liaise with government authorities, regulators, and relevant external stakeholders.

• Establish and improve legal policies, procedures, controls, and governance frameworks.

• Support business teams in identifying and mitigating legal and regulatory risks.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or master's degree in law.

• Strong experience in legal affairs, preferably within the United Emirates

• Excellent knowledge of United Emirates laws and government regulations, with particular knowledge of Dubai laws and regulatory requirements.

• Strong understanding of contracts, corporate matters, compliance, and dispute resolution.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, analytical, and leadership skills.

• Ability to work closely with senior management and government entities.

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## Requirements

Bachelor’s or master's degree in law. Strong experience in legal affairs, preferably within the United Emirates. Excellent knowledge of United Emirates laws and government regulations, with particular knowledge of Dubai laws and regulatory requirements.

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