Overview
Corporate & Commercial Lawyer X2 – Nationalisation Program Jobs in Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates at HR Engine L.L.C-FZ
Title: Corporate & Commercial Lawyer X2 – Nationalisation Program
Company: HR Engine L.L.C-FZ
Location: Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Who We Are
HR Engine L.L.C-FZ is a recruitment and consultancy firm dedicated to empowering the nation’s workforce and supporting the UAE's economic vision. The company has been instrumental in connecting skilled Emirati professionals with meaningful employment opportunities.
Role Description
Our client is seeking a talented and driven Corporate & Commercial Lawyer with 2–4 years’ post-qualification experience (PQE) to join our dynamic legal team in Dubai. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-quality, complex transactions across M&A, private equity, venture capital, and corporate technology matters within a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise clients on mergers and acquisitions, including due diligence, structuring, and transaction execution
- Support private equity and venture capital transactions, including investments, exits, and shareholder arrangements
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of corporate and commercial agreements
- Advise on corporate governance and general commercial law matters
- Work on technology-related contracts, including SaaS, licensing, data protection, and digital services agreements
- Liaise with clients, counterparties, and external advisors across multiple jurisdictions (e.g.onshore and FZ, and KSA, among others)
- Contribute to business development initiatives and client relationship management
Key Requirements
- 2–4 years’ PQE gained at a reputable law firm or in-house legal team
- Strong experience in corporate and commercial law, ideally with exposure to M&A, investment transactions and/or technology contracts
- Excellent drafting skills
- Fluency in English is essential (and we are seeking strong Arabic skills)
- Strong academic background (LLB or equivalent; LLM is a plus)
- High level of professionalism, attention to detail, and commercial awareness
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure
- Demonstrated strong work ethic and commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes
Personal Attributes
- Proactive and solution-oriented mindset
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Team player with the ability to work independently when required
- Adaptable and eager to learn in a fast-growing environment
What Our Client Offers
- An award-winning team and firm, with a strong regional growth strategy
- Exposure to high-profile regional and international transactions
- Collaborative and supportive team environment with a tight-knit and highly skilled team
- Competitive remuneration package
- Opportunities to develop networks and directly contribute to the growth of the firm
- Opportunities for accelerated professional growth and career progression
