Junior Lawyer

Job Summary: 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. The Senior Lawyer is expected to independently manage routine legal matters, take end-to-end ownership of assigned workstreams, identify and mitigate legal risks, and escalate material or strategic matters to the Group level when necessary. About Us: 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. Our 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. Your Key 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. 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 and Perks: As a team member at SABAH.city, you’ll enjoy: Competitive compensation aligned with industry standards, taking into account your experience, skills, and professional performance; Comprehensive benefits package, including Medical Insurance and Push30 Subscription; Employee assistance programs, providing professional development and career growth opportunities; Company-sponsored social events, team-building activities, and volunteer opportunities. Interested candidates can apply by clicking the link provided in the"Apply"button.