Legal Counsel

Job Description

RoyalJet is seeking a motivated and commercially minded Legal Counsel to support the business across a broad range of legal and regulatory matters. The role will provide hands-on legal advice to internal stakeholders, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations while supporting operational, commercial and strategic objectives in a dynamic aviation environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and support on commercial contracts, procurement agreements, and vendor arrangements.
• Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of legal documents, including service agreements, NDAs, MOUs and licensing agreements.
• Support compliance with UAE laws, aviation regulations and internal corporate governance requirements.
• Assist in managing disputes, claims and litigation matters in coordination with external legal counsel.
• Advise business units on legal risks and propose practical, business-focused solutions.
• Support regulatory and authority-related matters, including engagement with relevant government and aviation bodies.
• Maintain and update legal templates, policies, and procedures.
• Contribute to risk management, ethics, and compliance initiatives across the organisation.
• Support contract lifecycle management, including monitoring renewals, amendments, and obligations.
• Assist with data protection, confidentiality, and information security compliance matters.
• Provide legal input on strategic projects, partnerships, and commercial initiatives.
• Support internal investigations and compliance reviews, as required.
• Deliver legal awareness and guidance sessions to business stakeholders where necessary.

• Qualified lawyer (preferably admitted in a common law jurisdiction)
• UAE National candidates are preferred
• 2–5 years of post-qualification experience (PQE)
• Aviation industry experience preferred
• Strong background in commercial law and/or experience within a reputable law firm is desirable.
• Experience in contract drafting and negotiation.
• Knowledge of UAE laws and regulatory frameworks (aviation regulatory exposure is an advantage).
• Arabic language skills are an advantage.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.