Legal Advisor – Specialized in Corporate Business Advisory

Position OverviewWe are seeking a highly experienced Senior Legal Counsel with extensive corporate and M&A experience to support strategic business initiatives within the security and defense sector. The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge of UAE laws, strong contractual expertise, and hands‑on experience in complex negotiations, particularly within military and security services environments.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions, including due diligence, structuring, negotiation, and execution.Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial contracts, particularly related to security and military services.Prepare and review Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs), execution agreements, and strategic partnership agreements.Lead contractual negotiations and legal clause discussions with local and international stakeholders.Provide legal advisory on UAE laws and regulatory compliance, particularly within the defense and security sectors.Advise on procurement regulations and import/export laws relating to military and security equipment.Support dispute resolution matters and liaise with external counsel when required.Conduct and review legal translations (Arabic–English).Ensure corporate governance compliance and risk mitigation across business operations.Experience & Qualifications RequiredMinimum 10 years of overall corporate legal experience.Minimum 5 years of professional experience within the UAE.Proven track record in Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A).Demonstrated experience drafting contracts for security and military services.Strong background in contractual negotiations and legal clause structuring.Extensive experience drafting and reviewing MoUs and execution agreements.Advanced knowledge of UAE laws and regulatory frameworks.Preferably knowledgeable in procurement regulations and import laws related to military and security equipment.Familiarity with Common Law principles (UK legal system preferred).Experience in legal practice and/or litigation is an advantage.Experience in legal translation (Arabic–English).Professional fluency in Arabic and English (written and spoken).#J-18808-Ljbffr