Legal Advisor / Compliance Officer

Job title: Legal Advisor / Compliance Officer

Company:

Job description: Legal Advisor / Compliance OfficerJob Location : Dubai, UAEKey Responsibilities :

Review, draft, and enhance all external agreements including:
Landlord management contracts
Vendor agreements
Partnership MOUs
Real estate brokerage contracts
Service contracts (fit-out, pest control, etc.)
Ensure all clauses protect company interests and comply with UAE law and DTCM guidelines
Flag and resolve risks in all client touchpoints, particularly clauses related to cancellations, liabilities, deposits, guest disputes, and damages
Develop, maintain, and monitor compliance with:
Local laws and regulations (DLD, DTCM, DED, Trakhees, DM, etc.)
Employment and labor laws (in coordination with HR)
Advertising, privacy, and e-commerce rules (as applicable to our platforms)
Audit internal processes to ensure legal compliance in daily operations
Draft and update internal compliance manuals, policies, SOPs, and legal disclaimers
Coordinate with external legal consultants/law firms where needed
Vet every new landlord/property agreement/documents for potential legal issues
Monitor guest-related incidents or escalations and advise on response strategies
Review and approve legal statements used in reservation T&Cs, website disclaimers, invoices, guest policies, etc.
Assist in handling legal warnings, complaints, or disputes from landlords, guests, or government entities
Maintain a centralized repository of all legal documents
Track agreement expiry dates, renewal terms, and notice periods
Ensure Arabic translation of legal documents (as required by authorities)
Support licensing, renewal, and regulatory submissions

Requirements :

Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB or equivalent); UAE law focus preferred
Member of a recognized legal body in UAE or home country is a plus
3-6 years in a Legal or Compliance role, preferably in UAE-based companies
Experience in real estate, hospitality, or facility management is highly preferred
Fluency in Arabic and English (both written and spoken)
Excellent legal writing and contract drafting skills
Strong knowledge of UAE civil, commercial, labour, and real estate law
Ability to review, interpret, and explain legal documents to non-legal teams
High attention to detail, confidentiality, and organizational skills

Expected salary:

Location: Dubai

Job date: Mon, 21 Apr 2025 04:18:47 GMT

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