We are seeking a detail-oriented Legal Counsel with a strong background in the hospitality and F&B sector to support our CLIENT'S growing operations. The ideal candidate will provide legal guidance across all aspects of the business, ensuring compliance with local and international regulations, supporting contract negotiations, and minimizing legal risk.
Key Responsibilities:
Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, leases, and vendor agreements
Advise on labor, employment, and regulatory matters
Manage legal aspects of licensing, permits, and brand compliance
Provide legal support on disputes, claims, and litigation
Collaborate with leadership on strategic decisions and corporate structuring
Ensure compliance with hospitality-specific laws and health & safety regulations
Requirements:
Law degree with a valid license to practice
Strong knowledge of commercial, labor, and contract law
Proven ability to manage multiple legal matters across jurisdictions
Excellent negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills
Preferred:
Experience working with hospitality groups, hotels, or F&B outlets in the GCC or international markets
Familiarity with franchising, IP rights, and corporate governance in hospitality
Arabic language is a PLUS
Our HR & recruitment consultancy acts as the intermediary between clients and candidates alike, obtaining the closest fit between organizations and employees with every placement. We take utmost pride in our selection processes and the subsequent successful placement of numerous candidates across different industries, our specialty being in Hospitality, Retail, Entertainment and Engineering sectors.
Our core focus as recruiters is to deliver a hiring and staffing solution by simplifying the recruitment process and increasing the efficiency for hiring companies. The Team Builders adheres to a multitude of ethical codes whereby we protect the rights and interests of both client and candidate, so you can always be assured of the confidentiality with which we handle all positions and applications.
We believe that our recruitment expertise will add value to your search or source requirements. We endeavor to provide a favorable engagement proposal arranged to ensure that all requirements are addressed as concisely as possible.
With years of commitment, we have cultivated long-term relationships with partners, clients and candidates in Middle East, Europe, Africa and Asia. The Team Builders is a recruitment hub where you are ensured thorough recruitment intelligence, innovative HR solutions, a competitive fee structure and no compromise on an efficient and friendly service.
So, get in touch today and let us help you: Build your Team, Build your Future.
