Corporate Lawyer / Attorney / Associate

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Corporate Lawyer specializing in company incorporation and corporate governance in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and international offshore jurisdictions. The successful candidate will be responsible selecting and forming legal entities in UAE Mainland including all major Free Zones of UAE like DMCC, IFZA, DAFZA JAFZA, Ajman Free Zone, SHAMS as well as offshore jurisdictions including but not limited to Middle East, African and Asian states.

• Advise clients on optimal UAE structures (Mainland, Free Zone, or Offshore) based on business objectives, tax implications, and legal requirements.

• Handle full-cycle incorporation and governance processes in the above jurisdictions.

• Draft and review incorporation documents including MOA, AOA, shareholder resolutions, nominee arrangements, and local service agent agreements.

• Coordinate with licensing authorities along with other government departments.

• Ensure compliance with the laws and regulations applicable to the companies.

• Liaising with registered agents, international corporate service providers, and offshore registries.

• Draft, review and negotiate nominee director/shareholder agreements, trust deeds, shareholders agreements, joint venture agreements, shares sale and purchase contracts.

• Ensure compliance with local offshore laws and international regulations (FATF, OECD, CRS, etc.).

• Advise on the use of offshore entities for asset protection, international trade, holding structures, or tax efficiency (as per applicable laws).


Legal Advisory & Structuring:

• Advise on multi-jurisdictional structures, including parent-subsidiary setups, holding companies, SPVs, and trust/foundation structures.

• Identify legal risks and recommend structuring strategies in alignment with client business needs and international legal standards.

• Work closely with tax advisors, compliance teams, and fiduciary service providers when needed.


Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management:

• Stay current with changes in local and international corporate, tax, and regulatory environments.

• Ensure all structures comply with anti-money laundering (AML), counter-terrorism financing (CTF), KYC, UBO, and data protection regulations.

• Prepare and maintain due diligence documentation in accordance with internal and external compliance requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in law (LLB) required; LLM or specialization in Corporate/Commercial/International Business Law is preferred.

• Admission to practice law in a recognized jurisdiction is advantageous.

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience, with strong exposure to UAE and offshore company formation.

• Strong network with UAE authorities and offshore registered agents is a plus.

• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, commercial environment.

• Excellent written and verbal communication in English and multilingual skills are an advantage.

• International tax and compliance awareness

• Multi-jurisdictional corporate knowledge

• Strong research and analytical capabilities

• Legal structuring and strategic advisory

• Laptop, Mobile handset, and phone bills paid by company

• Medical Insurance covers a family of 4 (employee, spouse and 2 children - dependent only up to 18 years)

• Travel Insurance outside GCC

• Travel allowance in the case of business-related travel - hotel and flight booking - economy and additional per diem paid depending on country

• Residency visa will be covered for employee only

• Relocation: Not provided for Candidates within GCC. Employee will be covered with Hotel stay and Visa


What We Offer

• Competitive compensation, professional development, and international exposure

• Collaborate with global experts in law, tax, and finance

• Handle complex and high-value cross-border corporate structures

• Opportunity to work in a fast-paced internationally focused firm