Associate Director - Legal DUBAI PROPERTIES GROUP LLC

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Posted 4 min ago

Experience

8 - 10 Years

Job Location

Dubai - United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Education

Master of Laws (LLM)(Law), Ph.D/Doctorate(Science of Law)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Gender

Any

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Review and draft construction contracts on the Group’s template terms for projects across the Dubai Holding portfolio. Advising the business on key risks therein.
  • Amend template terms to align with commercial and legal requirements and advise the business on specific contractual amendments and the associated risks.
  • Provide advice to the business on live projects where legal issues arise; such as advising regarding contractual remedies for contractor poor performance (delays, insolvency etc.) including large ‘showpiece’ projects. Draft contractual notices and correspondence to contractors/consultants to support the business in ensuring compliance with relevant agreements.
  • Provide support to the business on construction pre-dispute matters and construction disputes related to various issues such as defects and assist with preparation and conduct of arbitrations. Act as liaison with the business in respect of developments to obtain authorization to appoint external counsel, independent experts etc.
  • Act as primary contact for external Counsel and experts etc. on construction matters.
  • Review procurement and construction contracts concerning a wide range of subject matters and works including agreements based on the Group’s templates as well as bespoke forms.
  • Review and advise on Authority-related agreements concerning development matters.
  • Advising the business on ancillary construction related documents such as bonds/security and warranties, including Notices of Assignment from Contractors and in the event of encashment of bonds.
  • Keep up to date with relevant laws and procedures relating to Company’s business.
  • Demonstrate compliance with legal policies and procedures and obtain approvals where required.
  • Legal risks managed/ mitigated
  • Legal risks identified

Desired Candidate Profile

  • Minimum 8-10 years post qualification experience.
  • Qualified as a Solicitor in England & Wales and/or other relevant jurisdiction.
  • Knowledge of the laws of Dubai (preferred).
  • Knowledge of FIDIC based contracts.
  • Strong legal writing and drafting skills.
  • Business Acumen
  • Strategic thinking and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to work in a collaborative, multicultural team environment.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify potential legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
  • Ability to conduct due diligence on transactions and assess legal implications.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Employment Type

    Full Time

Company Industry

Department / Functional Area

Keywords

  • Associate Director Legal
  • Director Of Legal Affairs
  • Legal Strategy
  • Legal Compliance

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DUBAI PROPERTIES GROUP LLC

Dubai Holding Real Estate

Jayanthi

PO Box 500272., Dubai Business Bay, Dubai UAE, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)