Legal Services Manager

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Job Purpose: At Emirates Group, we connect the world through our global hub in Dubai, ensuring our customers always ‘Fly Better.’ As one of the most recognised and admired brands globally, we’re driven by innovation and excellence. Join us as a Legal Services Manager - Finance and provide strategic legal guidance that supports the seamless operation of our global business. Experience a fast-paced, multicultural environment where your legal acumen will be instrumental in navigating complex challenges and shaping our continued success on a global stage.

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and skilled paralegal or junior lawyer to join the Group Legal – Finance team. Our finance team is responsible for supporting Emirates and dnata with all their financing requirements. Experience in aviation finance and/or corporate finance/general banking is preferred. The successful candidate must be able to manage multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail. This role will be reporting to the Assistant General Counsel (Finance).

In this role, you will:

Work closely with (i) internal stakeholders, (ii) commercial counterparties, (iii) external law firms and (iv) government entities.

Assist the Assistant General Counsel in reviewing, drafting and negotiating LMA and aircraft financing transaction documentation.

Preparing and maintaining conditions precedent checklists and arranging execution thereof.

Assist the Assistant General Counsel in identifying and clearly communicating legal and operational risks, and provide practical advice to mitigate such risks.

Assist with post-closing formalities, to include internal and external communication.

Qualifications & Experience: To be considered for this role, you must meet the below requirements:

Recognised paralegal qualification with current certification; or

Qualified in a common law jurisdiction (with 1-2 years post qualification experience).

Previous experience in a reputable law firm or in-house legal team.

If not qualified, paralegal holding 8+ Years.

Strong academic background, excellent English language skills and experience with project management.

At Emirates Group, we’re committed to providing our employees with opportunities to grow and develop in their careers. So if you’re looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, apply today and join our team!

Industries: Airlines/Aviation

Function: Legal/ Lawyer