Legal Advisor

About the role

TU Holdings Group is hiring a full-time Legal Advisor for its Abu Dhabi office. The role provides expert legal guidance and ensures the company's operations comply with applicable laws and regulations, covering corporate, commercial and employment matters.

Key responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to management and relevant departments on corporate, commercial and employment matters.
• Draft, review and negotiate contracts, agreements and other legal documents to protect the company's interests.
• Ensure compliance with local, federal and international laws applicable to the business.
• Represent the company in legal proceedings, arbitrations or negotiations when required.
• Monitor changes in laws and regulations and advise management on their impact on policies and operations.
• Prepare legal opinions, reports and correspondence as required.
• Coordinate with external law firms and government authorities on legal matters.
• Manage and mitigate legal risks through company policies and procedures, and support dispute resolution, litigation strategy and settlement agreements.

Required profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Law (LLB/LLM) from a recognised institution.
• Valid legal practising certificate or licence in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Minimum 3-5 years of professional legal experience, preferably in corporate or commercial law.
• Familiarity with the legal and regulatory framework of the UAE/GCC region.
• Experience advising on cross-border transactions or international business law is an advantage.
• Bilingual proficiency (English and Arabic) is an advantage.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of contract law, company law, employment law and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent negotiation, drafting and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a high level of integrity and professionalism.