Legal Associate

About Water and Shark

Water and Shark is an award-winning Global Auditing and Legal Consulting firm having a presence across 12 countries and serving clients across different countries and sectors. Our team comprises of Chartered Accountants, Corporate Lawyers having expertise in cross-border transactional advisory, corporate and international taxation, offshore advisory services, family office set-up advisory, and structuring advisory services.

We are looking for lawyers interested in a dynamic role in the field of law with exposure to global law. We are looking for candidates with a keen interest in cross-border transactional advisory as well as an interest in laws of various jurisdictions, which include but are not limited to India, UAE, USA, Singapore, UK.

Candidates who are willing to apply their knowledge, skills, and experience to assist clients in meeting their business purposes across various jurisdictions.

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This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on high-profile transactions and provide comprehensive legal support to our clients.

Primary Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of corporate transaction documents.
• Monitor changes in global corporate and real estate laws, particularly in the UAE and India, and provide insights to ensure client compliance.
• Advise on international and UAE real estate investment structures, real estate transactions, property holding vehicles, and compliance with applicable real estate and property ownership laws.
• Conduct due diligence, Title Verification and risk assessment for corporate transactions.
• Provide legal advice on corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory matters.
• Prepare, review, and amend legal documents such as Sale & Purchase Agreements (SPAs), Lease Agreements, Tenancy Contracts, and Development Agreements in compliance with UAE real estate laws and international standards.
• Ensure all legal documentation is in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Advise clients on legal and commercial risks associated with corporate transactions.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and understanding of their business needs.
• Stay updated on changes in relevant laws and regulations in the Middle East.
• Advise clients on regulatory compliance and best practices to mitigate legal risks.
• Work closely with other legal team members, external counsel, and business partners to ensure seamless execution of transactions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide integrated legal solutions.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support transactional work and provide strategic legal advice.
• Keep abreast of industry trends and developments to anticipate legal issues and provide proactive solutions.

Qualifications:

·        Degree in Common Law from a recognized university.

·        1-3 years of PQE in corporate transactional work.

·        Strong understanding of corporate law, joint ventures or strategic partnerships, and private equity transactions and Real Estate Law

·        Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.

·        Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

·        Proficiency in both written and spoken English; knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.

·        Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

·        High level of integrity and professional ethics.

Preferred Skills:

·        Experience advising on cross-border transactions and exchange control regulations.

·        Familiarity with international corporate law frameworks.

·        Understanding of private client practice, wealth structuring, and family office advisory.

·        Exposure to UAE real estate laws, property transactions, and structuring of real estate investments through corporate and offshore vehicles.

·        Knowledge of international real estate investment structures and compliance requirements across multiple jurisdictions.

·        Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

What we offer:

·        Competitive salary and benefits package.

·        Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

·        Exposure to high-profile and complex transactions.

·        Continuous learning which will enable you to develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.

·        Diverse and inclusive culture which will enable you to embrace who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

Application Process: Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter, and any relevant certifications to legal@waterandshark.com. Please include "Associate/Senior Associate in the Application" in the subject line.