Job description

The Legal Counsel (Real Estate) is responsible for leading the legal function for Driven Properties, a premier real estate brokerage firm headquartered in Dubai, UAE, providing comprehensive legal guidance on real estate transactions, contractual matters, and regulatory compliance. The role involves advising on property acquisitions, sales, leasing, and development projects while drafting, reviewing, and negotiating real estate agreements including purchase agreements, lease agreements, and joint venture agreements. The Legal Counsel conducts legal due diligence on real estate transactions to identify and mitigate legal risks and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. The position requires advising on real estate regulatory matters including zoning laws, land use regulations, and property licensing requirements across Dubai and the UAE. The role collaborates closely with internal departments including sales, marketing, and finance to ensure legal compliance and alignment with business objectives. The Legal Counsel represents the company in litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution matters while staying updated on changes in real estate laws, regulations, and industry trends. The role includes providing proactive legal advice to management, delivering legal training to internal teams, supporting legal risk mitigation strategies, and contributing to shaping legal strategies and ensuring compliance across real estate brokerage operations within the UAE real estate market.