Job Description
Date posted: 10 June 2026
Salary: 18,000.00 (AED)-20,000.00 (AED) per month
Job Description:
About the job
Location: Dubai, UAE
Employment Type: Full-Time
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Existing UAE Trust Lawyer with AML/CFT experience is highly preferred.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Trust Lawyer to join our growing team in Dubai. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the Trust Division through legal drafting, trust administration, regulatory compliance, risk management, and trust product development.
This role requires a strong understanding of Trust Law, Fiduciary Services, Corporate Structures, and UAE AML/CFT compliance requirements.
Key ResponsibilitiesTrust \& Legal Advisory
- Draft, review, and amend Trust Deeds, Trust Agreements, and other trust-related legal documentation.
- Develop, maintain, and update legal precedents, templates, and standard documentation for the Trust Division.
- Provide legal advice and guidance on trust structures, trust products, fiduciary arrangements, and related corporate matters.
- Support the establishment and administration of trust structures in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting trusts, fiduciary services, and international wealth structuring.
Compliance \& Risk Management
- Support AML/CFT compliance requirements in line with UAE regulations and applicable Free Zone requirements.
- Conduct Customer Due Diligence (CDD), Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), sanctions screening, and ongoing monitoring activities.
- Assist with goAML reporting requirements where necessary.
- Participate in AML audits, compliance reviews, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance checks.
- Support the development and maintenance of compliance frameworks, policies, procedures, and regulatory manuals.
Operations \& Product Development
- Support the preparation and review of trust accounts and related documentation.
- Contribute to the development and enhancement of trust products and services.
- Stay informed on international tax developments, regulatory changes, and industry best practices relevant to trust structures.
- Deliver training and guidance to internal teams on trust law, trust products, compliance requirements, and regulatory obligations.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent legal qualification.
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Proven experience in Trust Law, Fiduciary Services, Private Client Services, Corporate Services, or Financial Services Law.
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Experience drafting and reviewing trust-related legal documentation and supporting trust structures.
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Strong understanding of UAE AML/CFT regulations and compliance requirements.
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Exposure to AML audits, CDD, EDD, sanctions screening, compliance reviews, and goAML reporting.
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Excellent legal drafting, analytical, negotiation, and advisory skills.
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Strong attention to detail and ability to manage complex legal documentation.
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Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with internal stakeholders.
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Must be based in the UAE.
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Russian language proficiency (spoken and written) is required. Native Russian nationality is not required.
- Work Location:
In Person