Transguard Group was established in 2001 and has diversified significantly, we lead in the fields of Cash Services, Security Services, Manpower Services, Facilities Management & Aviation. Transguard Group is the UAEs most trusted business support and outsourcing provider and has a large, dynamic, and culturally diverse workforce with 50,000 employees!We are currently recruiting for a Paralegal to join our Legal team in our HQ, located in DAFZA, Dubai Airport Freezone.Scope: The Paralegal role is primarily responsible for conducting legal research, managing internal stakeholder communication, and providing support to other members of the legal team and the wider business as it pertains to legal matters.Financial
Identify cost saving opportunities by working with the business units and Government and Public Relations Officers
Customer
Build and maintain positive relationships with internal departments and external partners to facilitate efficient legal operations
Manage internal stakeholder communication regarding legal matters, providing guidance and support as needed
Assist in the development and implementation of compliance programs and policies across the organization
Collaborate with other members of the legal team to support ongoing projects and initiatives
In collaboration with the senior members of the legal team, provide training and support to employees on legal compliance matters as necessary
Process
Conduct legal research and analysis on various topics including regulatory compliance, labor laws, and contractual obligations within the construction, manpower, aviation, hospitality, and security industries
Monitor changes in laws and regulations relevant to the company's operations and advise stakeholders on potential impacts
Assist in drafting and reviewing contracts, agreements, and legal documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
Assisting with implementation of Companys compliance policies: drafting policy and setting up processes and procedures to ensure compliance
Keeping up to date with, and understanding, relevant laws and regulations relevant to the Companys operation
Handle administrative tasks as assigned by the director of legal and/or other senior members of the legal team
Draft, update and implement legal templates and internal company policies
Innovation
Identify external processes that can be moved online to save time and money
Stay abreast of customs and regulations to ensure that Transguard remains compliant with regulations
Identifying and implementing contractual changes required to ensure Transguard is adequately protected
SkillsSelection Criteria
Bachelors degree in law or related field required
3 years previous experience working as a paralegal or in a legal compliance role preferred
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, can effectively communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research databases