Legal, Wealth & Tax Counsel – Family Office

About the Role:
An exclusive

Family Office in Dubai

is seeking a highly skilled

Legal, Wealth & Tax Counsel

to manage the

legal, wealth management & planning, and tax structuring

aspects of the office. This role requires an expert in

private wealth law, trusts, estate structuring, and cross-border wealth management

, with a deep understanding of HNW/UHNW client needs. The ideal candidate will be responsible for

overseeing legal matters, ensuring wealth protection strategies, and optimizing tax-efficient structures

while working closely with external advisors and financial institutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and oversee all

legal, compliance, and regulatory

aspects of the Family Office.
Advise on

wealth planning, structuring, and management

strategies for UHNWI assets.
Handle

trust and estate planning

, including asset protection, foundations, and succession structuring.
Draft, review, and negotiate legal agreements related to

private wealth, investments, and corporate structures

.
Ensure compliance with

cross-border regulations, wealth management best practices, and international tax laws

.
Manage

offshore entities, fiduciary structures, and tax-efficient planning

for the family’s global assets.
Liaise with international law firms, tax consultants, and financial institutions to ensure optimal legal and financial strategies.
Provide legal guidance on

investments, M&A transactions, and risk management

.
Stay updated on evolving

global tax, wealth management, and asset protection

regulations affecting UHNWI clients.
Required Experience:
Minimum

2 years

of experience in a

Family Office, Private Bank, Fiduciary Firm, Wealth Management firm, or Private Client Law Firm

.
Expertise in

trusts, wealth structuring, asset protection, succession planning, foundations, and cross-border estate planning

.
Strong

legal background

with a specialization in

Private Wealth Law

.
Ideally, knowledge of

international taxation

.
Education & Certifications:
Law degree (LL. B. / LL. M. / J. D.)

.
Legal qualification

in a jurisdiction with a strong tradition in wealth law.
STEP (Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners) diploma

is highly valued.
LL. M. in International Taxation, Wealth Law, or Trusts

is a plus.
What We Look For:
We are seeking a

proactive problem-solver

with a

strong strategic mindset

who thrives in a

fast-paced, high-level Family Office environment

. The ideal candidate has experience dealing with

UHNWI clients and complex international wealth structures

and is capable of navigating

legal, wealth planning, and tax strategies

with precision and discretion.
Seniority level

Director
Employment type

Full-time
Job function

Legal, Finance, and Strategy/Planning
Industries

Financial Services, Trusts and Estates, and Business Consulting and Services
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