Legal Counsel - Arabic Speaking

We are working with a prominent UAE based Group with a diversified portfolio spanning mulitple different sectors to find an experienced Legal Counsel to join the team based in Abu Dhabi.

Corporate Legal Counsel (7+ PQE)

An exceptional opportunity has opened for a Corporate Legal Counsel to join a highly respected investment and infrastructure group headquartered in the UAE. The role offers exposure to complex commercial transactions, group structuring across multiple jurisdictions, and high-level strategic advisory work—within a well-established legal function that supports group-wide growth and compliance.

The Role

As a core member of the legal team, you will:

• Lead the drafting, negotiation, and review of a wide range of legal and commercial agreements, including shareholder agreements, joint ventures, leases, distribution contracts, and M&A documentation.

• Advise on corporate governance, risk mitigation, and regulatory matters across a multi-jurisdictional structure.

• Support group companies on operations, company formations, restructurings, and dissolution processes.

• Monitor and advise on relevant legal and regulatory changes (UAE and abroad) impacting the Group.

• Partner with executive leadership to guide high-value transactions and business-critical decisions.

• Contribute to legal process improvement initiatives and departmental training/development.

To be considered for this position you must have:

• 7+ years of legal experience, ideally with a mix of law firm and in-house (group structure or investment firm experience preferred).

• Strong expertise in corporate and commercial law within the UAE; multi-jurisdictional exposure is a plus.

• Proven ability to interpret and negotiate complex legal documents and communicate advice clearly to senior stakeholders.

• Fluency in Arabic and English is essential.

If you meet the above requirements please send a copy of your CV to charlotte.hannaway@robertwalters and if you are suitable I will get in touch to arrange a time to discuss further.