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Dubai Government

Lead Specialist – Legal

Dubai Full-time

Job description

Nationality: All Nationalities (Priority for UAE National)

Monthly salary (AED): 30001-40000

Job field: Legal

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Dubai Media Council is seeking a qualified and experienced Lead Specialist – Legal to provide legal advisory services, ensure regulatory compliance, and support the Council in managing legal matters in accordance with applicable UAE laws and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide legal advice and guidance to senior management and internal departments on contractual, regulatory, and operational matters.

  • Review contracts, agreements, policies, and legal documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

  • Coordinate with Dubai Government Legal Affairs Department on legal matters, contracts, disputes, and litigation.

  • Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and assess their impact on the Council's operations.

  • Support the development and implementation of legal compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls.

  • Collaborate with Human Resources, Procurement, Finance, Internal Audit, and other departments to identify and mitigate legal risks.

  • Advise on intellectual property protection, data privacy, and relevant regulatory requirements.

  • Maintain effective relationships with government regulatory authorities and external legal service providers.

  • Prepare legal compliance reports and provide recommendations to support management decisions.

  • Promote legal awareness and compliance across the organization.

Education:

  • Bachelor's / Master's degree in Law.

Experience:

  • Minimum 8 years of relevant professional experience in legal advisory, legal affairs, or a similar role.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience working within a team.

Technical Skills and Competencies:

  • Expert knowledge of UAE laws, regulations, and government legal procedures.
  • Strong experience in contract drafting, review, and management.
  • Knowledge of regulatory compliance, dispute management, and legal risk assessment.
  • Familiarity with data protection and privacy regulations, including GDPR and CCPA.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Arabic and English.
  • Strong analytical, legal research, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Effective stakeholder management, teamwork, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to manage priorities, maintain confidentiality, and deliver results within established timelines.

Source: Dubai Careers (Government of Dubai). This listing links to the original job posting; always check the details on the employer’s website.

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