Legal Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

RoyalJet is seeking a motivated and commercially minded Legal Counsel to support the business across a broad range of legal and regulatory matters. The role will provide hands-on legal advice to internal stakeholders ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations while supporting operational commercial and strategic objectives in a dynamic aviation environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and support on commercial contracts procurement agreements and vendor arrangements.
• Draft review and negotiate a wide range of legal documents including service agreements NDAs MOUs and licensing agreements.
• Support compliance with UAE laws aviation regulations and internal corporate governance requirements.
• Assist in managing disputes claims and litigation matters in coordination with external legal counsel.
• Advise business units on legal risks and propose practical business-focused solutions.
• Support regulatory and authority-related matters including engagement with relevant government and aviation bodies.
• Maintain and update legal templates policies and procedures.
• Contribute to risk management ethics and compliance initiatives across the organisation.
• Support contract lifecycle management including monitoring renewals amendments and obligations.
• Assist with data protection confidentiality and information security compliance matters.
• Provide legal input on strategic projects partnerships and commercial initiatives.
• Support internal investigations and compliance reviews as required.
• Deliver legal awareness and guidance sessions to business stakeholders where necessary.

Skills Description

• Qualified lawyer (preferably admitted in a common law jurisdiction)
• UAE National candidates are preferred
• 25 years of post-qualification experience (PQE)
• Aviation industry experience preferred
• Strong background in commercial law and/or experience within a reputable law firm is desirable.
• Experience in contract drafting and negotiation.
• Knowledge of UAE laws and regulatory frameworks (aviation regulatory exposure is an advantage).
• Arabic language skills are an advantage.
• Strong analytical communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Skills
HR Development,Delivery,Flooring,Irrigation,ACCA,Document Management
Employment Type : Full-Time
Department / Functional Area: Legal
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1