Lawyer

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Legal Counsel – Real Estate Development About the Company

Emilion Development LLC is a forward-thinking real estate development company based in Dubai, specializing in off-plan residential and mixed-use developments. We are seeking Legal counsil to join our team. This role requires hands‑on experience within a real estate development company in the UAE and a strong understanding of the legal framework governing property development and sales in Dubai. The candidate will play a key advisory and operational role, supporting senior management on all legal matters related to off‑plan project development, sales, corporate operations, and regulatory compliance.

• Draft, review, and negotiate
  off-plan Sale & Purchase Agreements (SPAs), reservation forms, addendums, and buyer documentation.
• Handle all legal aspects of
  real estate development projects
  , including project structuring, approvals, and documentation.
• Ensure full compliance with
  Dubai Land Department (DLD), RERA, and other relevant authorities
  .
• Advise management on
  legal risks, contractual obligations, and mitigation strategies throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support the setup and management of
  escrow accounts and ensure compliance with off‑plan regulations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate
  corporate and commercial agreements
  , including consultant, contractor, supplier, and service provider contracts.
• Coordinate with
  external legal counsel, consultants, banks, and government authorities as required.
• Support
  dispute resolution
  , pre‑litigation assessments, and coordination with external lawyers when necessary.
• Assist in
  corporate governance matters
  , internal policies, and compliance procedures.
• Provide practical, business‑focused legal advice to support the company’s commercial objectives.

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced real estate development lawyer to play a strategic role in a growing development company, contribute directly to project success, and be part of shaping landmark developments in Dubai.

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent legal qualification.
• Minimum 5 years of UAE experience
  , with
  mandatory prior experience in a real estate development company
  .
• Strong, hands‑on knowledge of
  off‑plan property sales, DLD/RERA regulations, escrow laws, and UAE property law
  .
• Solid understanding of
  corporate and commercial law
  as applied to real‑estate development.
• Proven experience in
  contract drafting, negotiation, and regulatory compliance
  .
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Fluency in
  English is required.