Paralegal (Bilingual English & Arabic)

Alephya

Direct Reporting to: TBD Function: Legal Job Location: Dubai, DIFC Travel: Within the GCC and region

About Alephya Education

The AlephYa Group of Schools owns and operates institutions across the GCC, with a core focus on nurturing global citizens who maintain a strong connection to both their heritage and the world around them. AlephYa schools offer a high-quality education that is both affordable and accessible to every child. The name AlephYa is inspired by the first and last letters of the Arabic alphabet.

Scope of the Role

This is a standalone Paralegal role responsible for supporting legal operations across corporate, regulatory, and administrative matters. The role requires strong bilingual capability and the ability to work independently, ensuring accurate document handling, regulatory compliance support, and effective coordination with internal departments and external entities.

Key responsibilities

• Draft and format standard legal documents including contracts, resolutions, NDAs, and powers of attorney.
• Maintain organised legal records, registers, and trackers to ensure audit-ready documentation.
• Assist with the preparation and submission of licensing, corporate filings, and regulatory documentation across UAE, Oman and KSA.
• Liaise with external stakeholders such as legal consultants, government authorities, and translators for document notarisation, attestation, and filing.
• Conduct legal research and prepare summaries on legislative changes relevant to business operations.
• Support internal teams with contract execution processes, template use, and filing.
• Coordinate the collation of documents for due diligence, audits, or external counsel review.
• Monitor key contract dates, renewal timelines, and compliance obligations.
• Additional Responsibilities:Perform other duties as directed by the line manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in Law or equivalent legal qualification.
• 3 5 years of relevant experience in a paralegal or legal support function, within GCC, preferably in UAE.
• Demonstrated understanding of corporate, commercial, and regulatory legal frameworks in the GCC region; KSA exposure is a must.
• Fluency in both Arabic and English (spoken and written) is a mandatory requirement.

Skills, Attributes and Experience

• Strong organisational skills and high attention to detail.
• Ability to draft, review, and format legal documents with accuracy and consistency.
• Capable of managing legal and regulatory records with professionalism and confidentiality.
• Proven ability to work independently, handle multiple priorities, and meet deadlines without close supervision.
• Skilled in liaising with external parties, including regulators, law firms, and service providers.
• Proficient in MS Office applications and legal document management tools.
• Adaptable, reliable, and solution-oriented with a proactive work ethic.

Competencies

• Leadership: Strong management skills with a proven ability to motivate and develop teams.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong customer service orientation.
• Organizational Skills: Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Technology Proficiency: Proficient in CRM systems and reporting tools for managing data and workflows.
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with school leadership and other departments to implement initiatives.
• Language Skills: Arabic language skills are highly desirable.

Professional Attributes

• Cultural Sensitivity: Culturally aware with the ability to influence and collaborate across diverse teams with empathy and respect.
• Results-Oriented: Driven by results, delivering high-quality outcomes within set timeframes.
• Approachable & Supportive: Approachable and trustworthy, offering support to staff at all levels.
• Adaptability: Adaptable and solution-focused in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.