Job description

The Junior Legal – Assistant Manager based in Dubai supports legal and compliance functions within a shipping and logistics environment, ensuring that organizational operations comply with applicable UAE laws, maritime regulations, and internal corporate policies. The role is responsible for providing day-to-day legal support and advisory services to internal departments, assisting in the interpretation of laws, regulations, and contractual obligations, and ensuring that legal risks are identified, assessed, and effectively mitigated. The position involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, agreements, and other legal documents while ensuring alignment with company policies and legal requirements. The role maintains and manages a centralized contract repository and monitors contract terms, renewals, and obligations to ensure compliance and continuity. Additionally, the Junior Legal Assistant Manager assists in implementing compliance frameworks, tracking regulatory changes, and advising business units on necessary legal actions. The role supports dispute resolution processes, including handling legal claims and litigation matters in coordination with external legal counsel when required, and preparing legal documentation and case materials. It also ensures proper documentation of legal matters for audits and regulatory requirements while preparing legal reports and management summaries. The position requires close collaboration with internal departments such as operations, finance, and HR, as well as liaison with external stakeholders including regulatory authorities and legal advisors. The Junior Legal Assistant Manager plays a key role in ensuring effective legal governance, risk mitigation, and compliance across the organization.