# Legal Manager (Projects and Construction) — Big Fish Consult

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Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Type: full_time · Level: senior
Monthly salary: AED 35,000 to 60,000 per month (estimated, not employer-stated) (UAE salaries are tax-free)
Posted: 2026-09-23
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## Description

A leading developer in the UAE is seeking an experienced Legal Manager (Projects & Construction) to join its in-house legal team and support the delivery of major development, construction, infrastructure, and procurement projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded legal professional to play a key role in advising on complex construction matters, contract negotiations, dispute resolution, and strategic development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal support on construction, procurement, development, and real estate matters.

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including consultant, contractor, supplier, and commercial agreements.

• Advise project delivery and procurement teams on contractual and legal risks.

• Manage disputes, litigation, arbitration, and alternative dispute resolution processes.

• Coordinate and oversee external legal counsel to ensure cost-effective, high-quality legal support.

• Develop and maintain legal templates, guidance notes, and best practice frameworks.

• Support business stakeholders by providing practical, commercially focused legal advice.

• Mentor and develop junior legal team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent.

• Qualified Lawyer with current Bar membership.

• Minimum 4 years of legal experience within construction, real estate, development, or infrastructure sectors.

• Previous experience with a reputable international law firm or leading corporate legal department is essential.

• Strong expertise in construction contracts, procurement, dispute resolution, and project delivery.

• Excellent drafting, negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

📩 Interested candidates can send their CV to joseph@bigfishrecruitment.ae or apply directly via LinkedIn.

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## Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent. Qualified Lawyer with current Bar membership. Minimum 4 years of legal experience within construction, real estate, development, or infrastructure sectors. Previous experience with a reputable international law firm or leading corporate legal department is essential. Strong expertise in construction contracts, procurement, dispute resolution, and project delivery. Excellent drafting, negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

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