Lawyer/Legal Counsel , Abu Dhabi

Country UAE City Abu Dhabi Department Legal Closing date 12 December 2012

Job Purpose The purpose of this job is principally to assist Head of Legal(Local Affairs) to provide legal advise and support to all Departments of the Company on a wide variety of corporate, commercial, employee and aviation law related matters. The post holder is required to research and assist in the preparation of  advice to the Management in order to safeguard the interest of Etihad and its employees and to ensure that the rules and procedures of the Company are followed in all aspects of it activities, be it in procurement, HR, Employee-related or Corporate matters. Responsibilities  Working with Head of Local Affairs to manage and defend local litigation in Courts in the UAE. Take necessary steps in liaison with external  lawyer and  into UAE Laws, Courts , Reconciliation and Settlement departments, Employment Contracts etc. and prepare/ advice to internal clients in respect of matters entrusted by the General Counsel or Head of Legal to be handled independently Prepare Contracts, Letter and Legal Documents for submission byEtihad to other Parties, Court , Ministries and Government Authorities. As directed by General Counsel or Head of Legal liaise between Etihad and outside Lawyers at the Etihad Corporate Office on all related legal matters including settlement of claims, litigation to defend legal actions on behalf of Etihad and Performing other legal work Undertake mission for consultation with outside bodes, international Organizations or Governmental Authorities as director by General Counsel or Head of Legal Deal and liaise with other Department on legal matters such as: HR ,Finance ,Security, Audit etc Prepare and review written memorandums to be submitted to the court on behalf of Etihad Requirements Qualifications and Education: Fully Qualified Lawyer of a good standing admitted to practice law in the UAE and registered by the ministry of Justice with at least 8 years’ experience in court appearances in litigation. Advanced Degree in Aviation Law from an University of Repute Experience: At least 8 -10 Years of Work Experience, preferably in the Aviation Industry and having court experience in  litigation . Training: UAE Laws, Courts and in Legal Drafting Knowledge: Knowledge of UAE and International Laws relating to Aviation; Must have a excellent analytical ability and good communication skills, both written and verbal Must be service oriented, capable of working on a diverse range of matters at the same time

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