Junior Lawyer
About the Company
SABAH.city is Azerbaijan’s next-generation innovation cluster, developed by the High Technologies Park of the Ministry of Science and Education. It unites startups, incubators, accelerators, venture capital funds, research centers, technology companies, and universities in one integrated ecosystem. By connecting academia, industry, government, and entrepreneurs, SABAH.city drives innovation, supports startup growth, and advances a knowledge-based economy. It transforms ideas into scalable technologies and real-world solutions while fostering the next generation of innovators and technology leaders.
About the Role
The Junior Lawyer will support the legal function in handling day-to-day legal matters, preparing and reviewing legal documents, conducting legal research, and ensuring compliance with applicable legislation. The role involves assisting with contract management, maintaining legal records, and providing administrative and legal support to internal stakeholders under the guidance of senior legal professionals.
Responsibilities
Assist in preparing and reviewing lease, sublease, property use and other real estate-related agreements
Prepare first drafts and amendments using approved templates and support the preparation of lease-related documentation
Maintain accurate records of leases, key contractual terms, renewal and expiry dates, notices and other deadlines
Assist with the collection and review of property, land, title and other real estate-related documentation
Support the preparation and review of construction, fit-out, maintenance, service and other project-related agreements
Support legal documentation and coordination for real estate development and construction projects
Assist with legal matters involving governmental authorities, including applications, official letters, permits, approvals, registrations and other regulatory requirements
Support documentation and legal matters related to SABAH.city residents, including contractual obligations and regulatory requirements
Prepare and review standard commercial and operational agreements, including procurement, service, utilities, marketing and event-related contracts
Coordinate contract approvals and signatures and maintain accurate contract trackers
Assist with corporate documents, including resolutions, powers of attorney, filings, registrations and other standard corporate formalities
Conduct legal research on real estate, leasing, construction, regulatory, corporate and commercial matters and prepare clear summaries of findings
Track legal matters, deadlines and outstanding actions and proactively follow up with relevant stakeholders
Support the Senior Lawyer with disputes, due diligence, investment and strategic partnership projects, as required
Perform other legal and documentation-related tasks under the supervision of the Senior Lawyer
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Law
1–2 years of relevant legal experience; applications from strong graduates with relevant internships or practical experience are also welcome
Experience in a law firm, in-house legal function, real estate or construction environment is an advantage
Basic knowledge of contract, corporate, commercial, real estate and regulatory law
Interest in legal matters related to real estate, property development, construction and regulatory requirements
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Azerbaijani and English; knowledge of Russian is an advantage
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel
Skills and Competencies
Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
Proactive, responsible and accountable approach to work with strong ownership and follow-through
Clear and professional communication skills and ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Ability to learn quickly, work independently within the assigned scope and apply feedback
Professional, reliable and discreet approach to handling confidential information
Ability to remain organized and effective in a dynamic and fast-paced project environment
Benefits & Perks
Health & Wellness
Comprehensive benefits package, including Medical Insurance and Push30 Subscription
Competitive salary
Competitive compensation aligned with industry standards, taking into account your experience, skills, and professional performance
Career growth
Employee assistance programs, providing professional development and career growth opportunities;
Team & Community
Company-sponsored social events, team-building activities, and volunteer opportunities
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