Paralegal

at  Trowers Hamlins LLP

Location/s
Abu Dhabi
Experience Level
Entry Level
Term
Permanent
Working Hours
Full Time
Practice Area / Department
International Corporate
Trowers & Hamlins is a City-led, international and national law firm with over 180 partners and 1000 staff. With offices across the UK, Middle East and Far East. Our global footprint is further enhanced by our strategic partnership with Interlaw which works to facilitate our management of multi-jurisdictional matters. We have leading practices in Corporate, Litigation, Tax, Banking and Finance, Real Estate and Private Wealth.
We’ve always been proud of our natural commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and value the variety of our partnership. We are different and we believe it is our people that make us unique. We expect and respect that you and your talents are too. Our strategic direction is shaped by a desire to grow our business in a way that is responsible and sustainable and has the principles of ESG at its core, guiding the way we operate firmwide.
Job Advert Description

THE ROLE

Based in Abu Dhabi, the new recruit will advise clients on a diverse range of local company commercial matters within the UAE including Free Zones and help review commercial contracts.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Deletion of assistance on complex DD.
• Advising on a wide range of company secretarial matters.
• Advising on the incorporation of entities within the UAE.
• Assisting on drafting commercial agreements.
• Assisting on drafting and amending memorandum and articles of association.
• Advising on employment law.
• Assisting on preparation and delivery of data privacy advice.

The new recruit will also be responsible for:

• Building, maintaining and developing client relationships.
• Pro-active participation in marketing initiatives.
• Participating in firm-wide and departmental training sessions.
• Assisting with training and development of junior legal staff.

The firm has a Career Development Framework which sets out the competencies we expect of those at this grade. In particular for this role, the ideal candidate will have:

• Directly relevant paralegal experience gained at a recognised and busy corporate practice from an international law firm.
• Experience gained within the Middle East would be an advantage but not essential.
• Law degree/ law conversion and LPC/SQE holder.
• Commitment to exceeding client expectations.
• Drive and enthusiasm.
• Can do, hardworking and flexible approach.
• Commercial awareness.
• Strong drafting, research and organisational skills.
• Interacts well with people at all levels.
• An interest and substantive experience in data privacy advice is an advantage but not a requirement.
• Proficiency in English.
• Excellent academic record