Junior Legal Counsel (International Projects)

Job Title: Junior Legal Counsel (International Projects)
Location: Ras al-Khaimah

Reports to: Head of Legal
Employment Type: Full-time

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ABOUT US
The company is a modern, production enterprise that carries out a full production cycle at its factory in UAE. The company holds a leading position in its segment, with its products supplied to markets worldwide, and the majority of exports directed to China and Hong Kong.
In line with its strategy of global expansion, the Group is diversifying into new business sectors internationally. We are therefore seeking talented and ambitious professionals who are eager to contribute to a rapidly developing organization and grow with it.
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JOB SUMMARY
We are looking for a Junior Legal Counsel (International Projects) to join our Legal Department. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive legal support for the Group’s international business activities and projects, ensuring legal compliance and safeguarding the Group’s interests in all jurisdictions where it operates.
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The role will include a wide range of tasks related to legal support for the Group’s foreign projects, including but not limited to:
• Providing general legal assistance and support to the Head of Legal.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts and other legal documents in English, including board and shareholders’ resolutions, powers of attorney, articles of association, etc.
• Coordinating with external service providers and legal advisers on various project-related matters, including preparation of formal requests, monitoring deliverables, and processing invoices.
• Managing business correspondence, maintaining records and document registers for litigation matters, and ensuring compliance with procedural deadlines.
• Conducting legal research and preparing legal memoranda and opinions on issues related to the Group’s international operations.
• Translating legal documents and arranging for their notarization and legalization, where required.
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QUALIFICATIONS
1. Mandatory Requirements
• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in International Private Law, Civil Law, or Business Law.
• Experience:
o Minimum of 2–3 years’ professional experience in a major international holding company or international law firm.
o Practical experience working with English-language legal documents and conducting business correspondence in English.
2. Core Competencies
• Excellent knowledge of civil law and private international law.
• Strong drafting and analytical skills in English and Russian.
• Proficiency in legal research and structured problem-solving.
3. Personal Qualities
• High sense of responsibility, motivation, and commitment to professional growth.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
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COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Remuneration: To be discussed individually.