Aviation Legal Advisor

About the role

The Aviation Legal Advisor will support Dubai Air Navigation Services in meeting its legal, regulatory and investigative obligations within a highly complex, safety-critical air navigation environment. Reporting to senior leadership, the advisor will act as a trusted counsel on aviation law, ICAO Annex 13 investigations, sovereign and international air law, and commercial contracts, ensuring compliance with UAE and international frameworks.

Key responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on aviation legislation, GCAA/DCAA regulations and ICAO standards.
• Lead and support investigations under ICAO Annex 13, safeguarding privilege and evidentiary integrity.
• Draft, review and negotiate contracts, commercial agreements and safety‑related documentation.
• Collaborate with safety, operations and executive teams to identify legal risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Maintain ongoing liaison with regulators, state authorities, external counsel and international partners.
• Assist in the development and assessment of Aviation Safety Management System (SMS) cases and risk assessments.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in law (LLB) required; LLM or specialization in Aviation Law preferred.
• Minimum 6–8 years of legal experience, with at least 5 years in aviation or transport law.
• Demonstrated experience with ICAO Annex 13, GCAA/DCAA regulations and safety investigation privilege.
• Strong understanding of safety management systems, just‑culture principles and human‑factor considerations.
• Fluent written and spoken English; UAE nationality is a priority but open to all.

Required skills

• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Experience using risk assessment tools.