Senior Legal Counsel – Corporate Commercial – Michael Page International (UAE) Limited
As a Senior Legal Counsel, you will partner with the business to provide clear, pragmatic legal support across contracts, regional and international projects, as well as day‑to‑day operations. The role involves working closely with senior stakeholders to help manage risk and enable informed decision‑making in a complex environment.
Client Details
Well established entity in Dubai, operating at an international scale, driving strategic initiatives for innovation, sustainability and industrial development.
Description
· Provide practical, commercially focused legal advice across contracts, projects, and day‑to‑day operational matters in a complex, multi‑jurisdictional environment
· Lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of high‑value and strategically important agreements, managing legal and commercial risk
· Support cross‑border initiatives and transactions, working closely with internal stakeholders to identify issues early and enable informed decisions
· Advise on disputes, claims, and incidents, coordinating with external counsel and internal teams to manage exposure and resolve matters efficiently
· Develop and maintain legal templates, guidance, and playbooks to support consistent and effective contracting practices
· Deliver targeted training and informal guidance to business teams to improve legal awareness and risk management
· Manage external legal advisers, ensuring quality, cost control, and alignment with business priorities
Profile
· Must have at least 10 years PQE, combining top tier law firm training with substantial in‑house experience
· Strong track record advising asset‑heavy / industrial or complex operational businesses
· Proven experience across cross‑border projects, high‑value contracts, and dispute/claims strategies
· Comfortable operating with high autonomy, influencing senior leaders and multidisciplinary teams
· Exceptional drafting and negotiation skills; commercially astute with sound risk judgement
Job Offer
· Senior, high‑impact role with visibility to leadership and global operations
· Diverse, complex work spanning projects, operations, disputes, and strategy
· Attractive compensation package.
Job Details
| Posted Date: | 2026-01-28 |
| Job Location: | United Arab Emirates – Dubai |
| Job Role: | Other |
Preferred Candidate
| Career Level: | Management |