Senior Counsel
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Date posted
November 4, 2026
Hiring location
Abu Dhabi
Career level
Senior Level
Quantity
1 person
Gender
Any
Description
The Senior Counsel provides legal advice and documentation support across the bank’s commercial, real estate and financial services activities. The role drafts and negotiates agreements, advises business teams on legal and regulatory matters and coordinates external counsel on complex transactions and projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, review and negotiate leases, developer agreements, partnerships and other commercial arrangements.
- Prepare and advise on loyalty programme, service, non-disclosure, memorandum, letter of intent and purchase order documents.
- Review product and service terms for consistency with applicable laws, regulations and Shari’a requirements.
- Advise internal stakeholders on corporate finance, investment banking, syndication and related legal matters.
- Support security, credit and transaction documentation and coordinate approvals across relevant teams.
- Instruct and manage external counsel and monitor legal work against agreed timelines and budgets.
- Provide clear written and verbal legal advice in Arabic and English and maintain appropriate matter records.
Requirements and Qualifications
The position requires senior legal experience, strong drafting and negotiation ability, and familiarity with banking or commercial transactions. Excellent Arabic and English legal communication is important. Candidates should demonstrate attention to detail, independence, adaptability and the ability to manage several matters under time pressure.
Skills
- Commercial and banking law
- Contract drafting and negotiation
- Corporate finance and investment banking matters
- Arabic and English legal writing
- External counsel and matter management
- Regulatory and Shari’a awareness
Employment Details
This is a full-time opportunity with ADIB - Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank, based in Abu Dhabi. Compensation details are not included. Role-specific conditions should be confirmed during recruitment.
The Senior Counsel should provide practical, timely advice that protects the bank and enables business activity. Clear contract terms, effective risk identification and disciplined matter management are key to successful delivery.
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