Senior Legal Counsel - Real Estate 8 -10 PQE
Talentmate
United Arab Emirates
13th September 2025
2509-2544-268
Job Description
- Lead legal strategy for high-value real estate projects
- Must be common law qualified, with 8 - 10 PQE and Middle East experience
The company is a leading Dubai-based real estate group known for its design-led, high-value projects across luxury residential and commercial sectors. The company is structured to deliver excellence through innovation, with a collaborative legal team supporting its strategic growth.
Job Description
- Provide legal advice on acquisitions, leases, joint ventures, and development contracts
- Conduct thorough legal due diligence and identify regulatory risks
- Collaborate with internal teams and external counsel to manage legal aspects of transactions
- Liaise with government entities to ensure project compliance
- Resolve legal disputes through negotiation, settlement, or litigation
- Support zoning, permitting, and land use matters for development projects
- Develop internal legal policies and deliver training on real estate law and risk management
- 8 - 10 years PQE with a mix of law firm and in-house experience.
- Qualified in a common law jurisdiction (UK, Ireland, Australia, NZ, South Africa)
- Strong understanding of UAE real estate laws, zoning, and development regulations
- Experience in real estate or development sectors is an advantage.
- Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills
- Excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
- Experience advising senior management and working with regulatory bodies
- Ability to work under pressure and manage complex legal issues independently
- Attractive compensation package.
- Opportunity to work closely with leadership in an exciting organisation.
Quote job ref: JN-082025-6814916
Job Details
| Role Level: | Mid-Level | Work Type: | Full-Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country: | United Arab Emirates | City: | Dubai |
| Company Website: | https://redirect.michaelpage.com/mp-home | Job Function: | Legal & Compliance |
| Company Industry/ Sector: |
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