Junior Legal Counsel
The Independent Food Company View all jobs
- Dubai
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including supply chain contracts, distribution agreements, NDAs, and lease agreements.
- Regulatory Compliance: Monitor and ensure compliance with UAE local laws and F&B-specific regulations (e.g., Dubai Municipality, MoIAT, and food safety standards).
- Corporate Secretarial Support: Manage corporate documentation, including board resolutions, Power of Attorneys (POAs), and trade license renewals.
- Strategic Advisory: Assist in developing legal defensive or proactive strategies to minimize risk and protect the company's commercial interests.
- Dispute Resolution: Handle day-to-day legal claims, manage basic dispute matters, and liaise with external counsel when necessary.
- Legal Tracking & Reporting: Maintain a robust tracking system for contract expirations, legal filings, and ongoing litigation or administrative matters.
- 2–5 years of Post-Qualification Experience within a business environment.
- Previous experience in the F&B, Retail or Hospitality sector is highly preferred.
- BSc in Law or a J.D. degree.
- Strong familiarity with UAE laws and regulations and the regional corporate landscape.