Corporate Lawyer

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive legal guidance on corporate transactions, governance, contracts, mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property, and employment matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements to safeguard the interests of Kaizen AMS, ensuring full compliance with UAE laws and regulations. Represent the company in legal proceedings, arbitration, or negotiations.
• Oversee the collection process and enforcement of liens, ensuring that the organization’s legal and financial rights are protected.
• Offer expert advice on employment matters, labor law compliance, employee contracts, and workplace policies.
• Conduct ongoing legal research to stay up to date with regulatory changes and emerging legal risks. Identify potential areas of legal exposure and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Provide guidance on official communications, notices, and interactions with stakeholders to ensure that all organizational activities are legally sound.
• Ensure adherence to corporate governance standards under Federal Decree-Law No. 32 of 2021 and other relevant UAE regulations.
• Develop and implement governance frameworks aligned with regulatory requirements, including SCA and ESCA.
• Advise on Board composition, director independence, shareholder rights, and corporate decision-making processes.
• Oversee compliance with corporate social responsibility initiatives and internal governance policies.
• Monitor adherence to UAE federal and local regulations, including anti-money laundering (AML), counter-terrorism financing (CTF), and data protection laws.
• Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory authorities to maintain the company’s compliance status.
• Implement processes and policies to proactively manage regulatory obligations and ensure operational integrity.
• Manage legal disputes using litigation or alternative dispute resolution methods. Represent Kaizen AMS in arbitration, mediation, and negotiation processes.
• Develop strategies to resolve disputes in a timely and cost-effective manner while protecting the organization’s reputation and interests.
• Lead initiatives to educate staff and management on legal requirements, corporate governance, and compliance obligations.
• Conduct training sessions, workshops, and awareness programs to foster a culture of legal responsibility and ethical standards.
• Maintain and update legal resources to support staff in making informed, compliant decisions across the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB); passing the Bar exam is mandatory.
• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in corporate law, preferably within UAE or GCC jurisdictions.
• Strong knowledge of UAE corporate, labor, intellectual property, and regulatory laws.
• Proven experience in corporate governance, compliance, contracts, and dispute resolution.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote/hybrid environment and collaborate effectively across teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• UAE or Lebanon-licensed legal practitioner.

About the Company

Founded in 2006, KAIZEN Asset Management Services is among the top property management firms in Dubai. As the first ISO 9001:2015 certified provider, Kaizen AMS offers end-to-end solutions in Property Management, Community Management, Owner Affairs, Unit Management, and Handover Services. With an asset management portfolio valued at AED 19 billion across 130+ projects, the company partners with notable real estate clients and has won multiple industry awards under the visionary leadership of CEO Mr. Fadi Nwilati. Kaizen AMS is committed to creating memorable experiences and delivering excellence in property and community management in the UAE.