# Legal Counsel — Venture Search

Canonical: https://jobxdubai.com/jobs/li-4480018796-legal-counsel
Location: Dubai, UAE
Type: full_time · Level: mid
Monthly salary: AED 32,000 to 50,000 per month (estimated, not employer-stated) (UAE salaries are tax-free)
Posted: 2026-10-22
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## Description

Legal Counsel

Location: Dubai, UAE

We are seeking a Legal Counsel to join an established oil trading business, reporting to the General Counsel and supporting a broad range of commercial, operational and corporate legal matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate oil trading contracts, GT&Cs, charterparties and commercial agreements.

• Advise on legal matters relating to oil trading, shipping and trade finance.

• Support disputes, arbitration, litigation and contractual claims.

• Assist with legal risk management, compliance and the development of standard documentation.

• Provide support on corporate governance, entity formation and shareholder matters.

Requirements

• 5+ years’ legal experience in private practice or in-house.

• Qualified in a common law jurisdiction.

• Strong knowledge of English law.

• Experience in oil trading, commodities, shipping or maritime law.

• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to work in a fast-paced trading environment.

## Requirements

5+ years’ legal experience in private practice or in-house. Qualified in a common law jurisdiction. Strong knowledge of English law. Experience in oil trading, commodities, shipping or maritime law. Strong commercial awareness and the ability to work in a fast-paced trading environment.

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