Vibin Mohan
Summary
Experienced legal advisor specialising in regulatory compliance, anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-financing of terrorism (CFT). Proficient in KYC, CDD, EDD due diligence, sanctions and PEP screening. Skilled in FIDIC contract management, corporate contract drafting, HR compliance and UAE labour law. Expertise in risk mitigation and compliance audits, contracts and lease administration, and GDPR data protection. Career goal: to leverage extensive skills to enhance organisational compliance and risk management strategies.
Overview
4
4
Languages
1
1
Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work history
LEGAL ADVISOR & IN-HOUSE LAWYER
Alpha Builders for Building Contracting LLC
2026.01 - 2026.07
- Preparing Contracts and Sub Contracts
- Issuance of Correction Notices to Contractors and Sub Contractors
- Coordination with lawyers and assisting them to file suits on behalf of company.
OPERATIONS (LEGAL COMPLIANCE) & CONTRACTS MANAGER
Procats Catering Services
Dubai
2020.12 - 2022.02
- Developed and implemented legal and compliance policies for corporate operations.
- Managed AML risk awareness and vendor/client due diligence procedures.
- Negotiated corporate and service contracts including ADNOC agreements.
- Served as Data Protection Officer, leading GDPR compliance.
- Oversaw contract lifecycle management and compliance audits.
- HR Responsibilities: Recruitment support, HR compliance, employee relations documentation.
LEGAL ADVISOR & IN-HOUSE LAWYER
Go Global Migration & GGM Metahomes Real Estate LLC
Dubai
2018.04 - 2020.12
- Draft and negotiate construction, commercial, and partnership contracts in compliance with FIDIC and UAE regulations.
- Provide legal counsel on real estate transactions, acquisitions, and cross-border investment matters.
- Ensure AML & CFT compliance in real estate and investment-linked transactions.
- Conduct KYC, CDD, and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) for high-risk and cross-border clients.
- Review client documentation for PEP exposure, sanctions risk, and beneficial ownership.
- Advise management on legal, regulatory, and AML risk mitigation strategies.
- Manage corporate contracts, joint ventures, and internal policy documents.
- HR Responsibilities: Employment contract review, UAE Labour Law compliance, disciplinary actions, and HR policy support.
LEGAL ASSISTANT & LEASE ADMINISTRATOR
Line Investments & Property LLC (Lulu Group International)
Abu Dhabi
2015.09 - 2018.04
- Drafted and reviewed commercial lease agreements.
- Managed Tawtheeq & Tasjeel registrations.
- Supported AML-related tenant due diligence for high-value leases.
JUNIOR LAWYER
Advocate Ajith
Thrissur
2007.11 - 2015.09
- Legal research, drafting, and litigation support.
- Prepared employment agreements and compliance documentation.
- Assisted in labour law and employment dispute cases.
Education
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) -
Mangalore University
IndiaSkills
- Legal Advisory & Regulatory Compliance
- Anti-Money Laundering (AML) & CFT
- KYC / CDD / EDD Due Diligence
- Sanctions & PEP Screening
- FIDIC Contract Management
- Corporate Contract Drafting
- HR Compliance & UAE Labour Law
- Risk Mitigation & Compliance Audits
- Contracts & Lease Administration
- Data Protection (GDPR Compliance)
Certification
- FIDIC Certification (KHDA Approved), 2025
- AML (KHDA Approved), 2025
LANGUAGES
English
Hindi
Malayalam
Kannada
Timeline
LEGAL ADVISOR & IN-HOUSE LAWYER
Alpha Builders for Building Contracting LLC
2026.01 - 2026.07
OPERATIONS (LEGAL COMPLIANCE) & CONTRACTS MANAGER
Procats Catering Services
2020.12 - 2022.02
LEGAL ADVISOR & IN-HOUSE LAWYER
Go Global Migration & GGM Metahomes Real Estate LLC
2018.04 - 2020.12
LEGAL ASSISTANT & LEASE ADMINISTRATOR
Line Investments & Property LLC (Lulu Group International)
2015.09 - 2018.04
JUNIOR LAWYER
Advocate Ajith
2007.11 - 2015.09
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) -
Mangalore University