Opportunity

Technology Lawyer (TMT)

In-House · 5+ PQE · TMT · Abu Dhabi, UAE · Permanent

Job ref 10016 · Posted Mar 24, 2026

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Role overview

Our client is a leading Abu Dhabi-based organisation driving innovation across technology, AI and digital infrastructure. Due to growth, the organisation is seeking a Technology (TMT) Lawyer to join its expanding legal function.

Key responsibilities

  • Draft and negotiate software, licensing, technology services and cloud agreements
  • Advise on data protection, cybersecurity and digital policy
  • Support product development, digital transformation and technology procurement
  • Provide legal guidance on IP, digital assets and emerging technologies
  • Work closely with innovation, IT and strategy teams

Candidate profile

  • Common law qualified with 5+ years' PQE
  • Experienced in TMT, technology contracting and data protection
  • Commercially minded with exposure to fast-moving digital sectors
  • Experienced at a recognised international firm or technology-focused organisation

About Meyssa Legal

Meyssa Legal places lawyers across private practice and in-house roles in the UAE, with deep experience in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. We work consultatively with leading firms, in-house teams, and senior counsel across banking and finance, disputes, corporate, regulatory, and TMT.

Our approach prioritises judgment over targets and discretion over volume. We brief every role in confidence, submit only candidates we genuinely believe fit, and treat every conversation as the start of a long-term relationship.

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