Corporate Structures Advisor
On-siteDubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job Summary
Advise clients on company formation, restructuring, mergers, acquisitions, and liquidation processes across UAE and international jurisdictions. Provide guidance on selecting suitable legal structures such as Free Zone, Mainland, Offshore, DIFC, or ADGM based on client requirements. Draft, review, and oversee corporate documents including MOA, AOA, shareholder agreements, and board resolutions. Ensure compliance with relevant legal, regulatory, and tax frameworks while liaising with government authorities, notaries, and regulatory bodies to facilitate approvals. Conduct research on corporate governance practices and support clients with compliance audits, due diligence, and risk assessments. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver end-to-end structuring solutions and build long-term client relationships.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in any related field
- Minimum 3+ years of experience in corporate structuring, governance, or advisory roles
- Proven track record in advising clients on UAE and international company structures, including DIFC and ADGM frameworks
- Strong understanding of financial structuring and its role in corporate governance and strategy
- Strong knowledge of corporate governance, legal documentation, and regulatory frameworks
- Proficiency in company formation procedures across UAE jurisdictions (Mainland, Free Zone, Offshore, DIFC, ADGM)
- Excellent research, drafting, and analytical skills
- Legal knowledge with the ability to interpret and apply regulatory frameworks effectively
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite and corporate compliance tools
- Extensive knowledge of UAE company formation and structuring processes, including DIFC and ADGM
- Hands-on experience with corporate documents (MOA, AOA, resolutions, agreements)
- Ability to liaise with regulatory authorities and manage compliance processes
- Proven advisory experience with corporate clients and structuring solutions
- Strong communication skills to influence, guide, and maintain professional relationships
Desired Qualifications
- MBA preferred
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