Corporate Associate

A Corporate Associate plays a key role in handling corporate legal matters, including mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and contract negotiations. This role involves working closely with clients, senior legal counsel, and business teams to provide strategic legal advice. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of corporate law, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple legal projects efficiently.

Responsibilities:

• assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts, agreements, and corporate documents

• provide legal guidance on mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions

• ensure compliance with corporate governance regulations and industry standards

• conduct legal research and analyze regulatory frameworks applicable to corporate operations

• collaborate with internal stakeholders and external legal teams on business transactions

• advise clients on company formation, restructuring, and liquidation processes

• prepare and review due diligence reports for corporate transactions

• support dispute resolution and litigation matters related to corporate law

• monitor changes in legal and regulatory requirements affecting corporate entities

• assist in developing policies and best practices to mitigate legal risks

Requirements:

• bachelor’s degree in law; a master’s degree or legal certification is a plus

• minimum of 3-5 years of experience in corporate law, preferably in a law firm or corporate legal department

• strong knowledge of UAE corporate laws and regulations

• excellent contract drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills

• ability to manage multiple legal projects with attention to detail

• strong communication and interpersonal skills for client interactions

• proficiency in legal research tools and case management software

• fluency in English; Arabic proficiency is an advantage