Legal Executive Assistant – Dubai

Legal Executive Assistant | UAE National | Dubai

Role Overview 

We are seeking a highly organized and strategic Legal Executive Assistant to join one of the region’s most established and diverse groups. This is a high-impact role designed for a professional who will operate as a true right-hand to the General Counsel (GC). You will combine senior executive coordination with legal operations oversight and governance management. Your mandate is to optimize the GC’s leadership, drive operational excellence within the legal function, and ensure the seamless execution of board and corporate governance processes across our manpower, environmental, and specialized services sectors.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Coordination & Executive Support

• Executive Gatekeeper: Act as the primary point of contact and strategic coordinator for the General Counsel, managing complex priorities and facilitating C-suite liaison.

• Priority Management: Proactively manage the GC’s schedule and commitments to ensure focus remains on high-value legal and strategic initiatives.

• Internal Liaison: Act as a bridge between the Legal department and other business units to ensure cross-functional project success.

Legal Operations & Workflow Oversight

• Matter Tracking: Oversee the lifecycle of legal matters, ensuring rigorous deadline management and efficient workflow coordination.

• Systems Management: Maintain and optimize legal documentation systems, contract repositories, and comprehensive compliance calendars.

• Financial Support: Support the legal department’s reporting, budgeting, and legal spend tracking to ensure fiscal accountability.

Corporate Governance & Board Support

• Board Secretarial Support: Drive board governance processes, including the preparation of board packs, recording of minutes, and drafting of resolutions.

• Statutory Compliance: Ensure all corporate governance activities adhere to statutory requirements and the group’s internal policies.

• Documentation Excellence: Manage the secure archiving and retrieval of sensitive corporate and legal records.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: * 3+ years of experience in legal executive support, legal operations, corporate secretarial, or governance-focused roles.

  • Proven track record supporting senior legal leadership (General Counsel, Legal Director, or Law Firm Partner level).

• Technical Knowledge:

  • Strong understanding of legal operations, matter tracking, and document management systems.

  • Demonstrated exposure to board governance processes and statutory compliance protocols.

• National Requirement: * UAE National with Family Book (This is a mandatory requirement for this position).

• Soft Skills:

  • Exceptional organizational skills with a meticulous eye for detail.

  • Ability to operate with the highest level of discretion and professional integrity.

  • Strong communication skills, capable of engaging with C-suite stakeholders and board members.

About the Group

Joining this organization means becoming part of a legacy of excellence. We provide integrated solutions that are vital to the region’s infrastructure and development. We offer a professional, structured environment where your contribution to the Legal function’s efficiency and governance standards will be highly valued.

Are you ready to drive excellence within a leading Legal function? Apply today to take on this critical leadership support role.

More information

Job Location : Dubai, United Arab Emirates
City : Dubai
Company Name : Parisima Talent

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