Honeywell

Senior Attorney

Dubai, UAEPosted 6 days ago

Salary
AED 15k–25k a month· est.
Job type
Full time
Level
Senior
Field
Legal & Compliance
Work mode
Remote

About the role

As a Senior Attorney for Honeywell Building Automation, you will serve as a legal advisor to the Middle East, Turkey and Africa Building Automation business. You will provide legal support to the BA Products, Services and Project business unit, collaborate with other business functions, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations while mitigating legal risks. You will play a key role in reviewing contracts, advising internal stakeholders, and contributing to the overall legal strategy of the organization. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex legal matters and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support Honeywell’s business objectives. You will report directly to the General Counsel, Building Automation for Middle East, Turkey and Africa region. You will work out of our Dubai, UAE location on a hybrid work schedule to be aligned with your direct manager. In this role, you will impact the company by providing practical legal advice that protects Honeywell’s interests and supports its strategic initiatives. Your expertise will help navigate legal challenges, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster strong business partnerships internally and externally.

Requirements

YOU MUST HAVE 6+ years of experience practicing law with a strong background in corporate and commercial legal matters. Professional proficiency in written and spoken Arabic. Proven ability to review and negotiate complex contracts and agreements. In-depth knowledge of applicable laws and regulations relevant to the business. Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing legal risks. Familiarity with managing external legal counsel. WE VALUE LLB Law or Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school. Licensed to practice as an advocate or attorney or solicitor in at least one jurisdiction. Experience in a corporate legal department or law firm setting. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively. Excellent negotiation skills and attention to detail. Commitment to ethical conduct and professional integrity. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Responsibilities

Provide legal support to the Building Automation middle East, Turkey and Africa business; review contracts and agreements; advise internal stakeholders; contribute to the overall legal strategy; ensure regulatory compliance; mitigate legal risks; collaborate with cross-functional teams; provide practical legal advice to protect Honeywell's interests and support strategic initiatives.

Skills

  • Corporate law
  • Commercial contracts
  • Contract negotiation
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Arabic proficiency
  • Legal risk management
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • External counsel management
  • Analytical and problem-solving
  • Negotiation skills

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