Senior Legal Counsel – Corporate, Commercial Affairs & Litigation

Urgent requirement for Senior Legal Counsel – Corporate, Commercial Affairs & Litigation is required for our insurance client in Abu Dhabi ,UAE

• Strong experience in reviewing, negotiating, and drafting complex contracts (insurance/reinsurance, settlement agreements, lender documents) ---Must
• Strong experience in end-to-end management of litigation, including strategy, appointing counsel is Must

Strong experience in legal advice and drafting/negotiating documents in both English and Arabic is Must

Strong experience in advising senior management on business ventures, M&A, or joint ventures is MUST

experienced Legal Counsel to join our Legal Department. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering strategic legal advice and practical legal solutions to support the Company’s operations and business activities while minimizing legal risk and ensuring full compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and contractual obligations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate and commercial law, excellent litigation and dispute resolution experience, contract negotiation and drafting capabilities, and a pragmatic, solutions-oriented mindset.

Legal Advisory & Business Support

• Provide clear and actionable legal advice to all departments on a broad range of issues to protect the Company’s interests and ensure legal compliance.
• Demonstrate strong commercial acumen and offer practical solutions aligned with business objectives.
• Advise top management on legal implications of new projects, joint ventures, mergers, acquisitions, and investments.

Litigation & Dispute Resolution

• Conduct legal research and assess legal positions in disputes or claims involving the Company.
• Develop case strategies and manage all stages of litigation, arbitration, or alternative dispute resolution matters.
• Prepare instructions and appoint external counsel or experts as needed.
• Manage enforcement procedures post-judgment or award where applicable.

Contracts & Legal Documentation

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of legal documents, including:

• Commercial contracts
• Insurance and reinsurance policies
• Settlement agreements
• Lender and financing documents

• Ensure contractual terms are aligned with business interests and mitigate legal exposure.
• Maintain and update standard templates to reflect evolving legal requirements.
• Manage the document execution process and verify authorized signatories.

Legal Research

• Conduct comprehensive legal research to support internal decision-making and provide sound legal opinions.

Document & Records Management

• Ensure proper filing and organization of executed contracts, templates, corporate documents, and legal records.
• Serve as custodian of original agreements and corporate registration documents.

External Legal Services Management

• Evaluate and monitor the performance and cost-effectiveness of external counsel.
• Maintain professional relationships and communication channels with law firms.

Powers of Attorney (POAs)

• Draft and manage POAs in alignment with the Company’s requirements.
• Track issuance, usage, and revocation of all POAs, ensuring proper procedures are followed.
• Advise internal stakeholders on the scope and limitations of powers granted.

Legal Translation

• Provide accurate and timely translations of legal documents to ensure consistency and prevent disputes due to misinterpretation.

Team Leadership and Mentoring

• Supervise and mentor junior legal team members, ensuring quality and accuracy of deliverables.
• Provide guidance and foster professional development within the legal team.