Legal AdvisorA well-known operator in Abu Dhabi is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Legal Advisor with a strong background in the transportation industry. The Legal Advisor will play a critical role in ensuring legal compliance, managing contractual agreements, mitigating risks, and resolving industry-specific disputes. This position demands a proactive professional capable of guiding the company through the evolving regulatory landscape while safeguarding its interests.Key Responsibilities:Regulatory Compliance:Monitor and ensure compliance with UAE transportation laws, regulations, and industry standards.Advise on updates to local, national, and international regulatory requirements impacting the business.Contract Management:Draft, review, and negotiate contracts related to transportation services, supplier agreements, and partnerships.Ensure contracts align with legal and regulatory standards, safeguarding the company's interests.Risk Management:Identify and assess legal risks within the transportation operations and propose mitigation strategies.Provide sound legal advice to senior management on risk-related matters.Dispute Resolution:Handle transportation-related disputes, including claims, litigation, or arbitration, effectively managing external counsel when necessary.Resolve contractual disagreements with vendors, clients, or partners to minimise disruption to operations.Policy Development:Develop and implement internal policies and procedures to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and company goals.Conduct legal training sessions to enhance compliance awareness among staff.Qualifications and Skills:Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) is required; a Master's degree or equivalent legal certification is preferred.Minimum of 5 years of experience as a legal advisor, preferably within the transportation or logistics industry.In-depth knowledge of UAE transportation laws, regulatory frameworks, and industry practices.Excellent drafting and negotiation skills with a strong command of legal terminology.Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.Fluency in English is required; proficiency in Arabic is highly advantageous.For more information about this role or other international rail projects, please contact Megan Burgesewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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