Assistant Manager – Legal (Paralegal)

About the role

Majid Al Futtaim is seeking an Assistant Manager – Legal (Paralegal) to provide core legal support to its Legal Department. The role involves drafting, reviewing, and managing legal documents while ensuring compliance with internal standards and UAE regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare draft contracts, agreements and notices in a timely manner.
• Review and proofread contracts for legal terms, clarity, and grammar, escalating issues as needed.
• Assist senior counsel with Arabic/English document comparison and lease execution.
• Coordinate with legal translators and verify translation outputs.
• Conduct legal research and monitor regulatory updates affecting contracts.
• Study statutes, regulations and government decisions to assess legal implications.
• Archive legal approvals and transaction details for easy reference.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Law.
• Fluency in Arabic and English (written and spoken) – mandatory.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a paralegal or legal support role within a service‑oriented organization in the GCC, preferably UAE.
• Strong communication skills with clear written summaries and escalation ability.

Required skills

• Legal research.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunities for professional growth within a leading regional conglomerate.
• Dynamic, multicultural work environment.