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Associate - Corporate / Advisory Doha, Qatar Leading Market Rate + Standard Market-Leading Benefits<br>An established legal practice in Doha is looking to appoint an Associate to join its Corporate / Advisory team. The role will suit a lawyer with strong general corporate and advisory experience who can manage client matters effectively, produce high-quality legal work and work collaboratively with senior lawyers and colleagues.<br>Key Responsibilities:Assist with a range of general corporate and advisory matters, preparing legal documents, correspondence, advice and memoranda. Conduct legal research and analyse complex legal and commercial issues, identifying the relevant laws and providing practical solutions. Support senior lawyers with client meetings, negotiations and the progression of matters. Manage assigned matters and competing priorities effectively, ensuring client files and documentation remain accurate and up to date. Work collaboratively with associates, senior lawyers, trainees, legal researchers and paralegals to deliver high-quality client service.<br>Candidate Requirements:Experience within a law firm or legal practice, with strong general corporate / advisory experience. An accredited Law degree and strong legal knowledge, with the ability to comprehend complex matters and identify applicable laws. Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently while collaborating effectively with others. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Bilingual English and Arabic capability is preferred. Middle East experience is advantageous but not essential. Experience working within a multinational team and pre-contentious experience would also be beneficial.<br>This is an opportunity for a Corporate / Advisory Associate to develop their practice within a Doha-based legal team, working across a broad range of client matters while gaining further exposure to advisory work and client relationships.<br>Please apply via the advert or contact Dan Eckersley at Eclectic Recruitment for more information.<br>We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time, but if you haven't heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled. Please call the office or send an email to discuss other potential opportunities.
<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles & Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>We are seeking an experienced Senior Legal Counsel / Legal Consultant to provide strategic legal support across corporate, commercial, real estate, construction, procurement, and dispute management matters during a critical business period. This is a temporary contract position based in Doha, Qatar.</p><br><p><strong> QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE</strong></p><ul><li><p>Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB); a Master's degree or professional legal qualification is an advantage</p></li><li><p>Minimum 8–10 years of post-qualification legal experience</p></li><li><p>Minimum 8 years' experience with a reputable international or regional law firm is mandatory</p></li><li><p>Proven expertise in corporate, commercial, real estate, construction, procurement, tendering, and dispute management</p></li><li><p>Experience supporting developers, government-linked entities, infrastructure projects, PPPs, or large corporate organizations</p></li><li><p>Familiarity with the Qatar legal and regulatory framework, or extensive GCC legal practice</p></li><li><p>Experience producing executive-level legal advice, risk assessments, and management reports</p><br></li></ul><p><strong>SKILLS & COMPETENCIES</strong></p><ul><li><p>Expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial and construction-related agreements</p></li><li><p>Capable of identifying contractual, regulatory, and commercial risks while providing practical legal solutions</p></li><li><p>Experience supporting tenders, PPP projects, concession agreements, and procurement documentation</p></li><li><p>Adept at coordinating litigation, arbitration, external counsel, and dispute resolution activities</p></li><li><p>Effective legal risk assessment, governance advisory, and executive stakeholder management</p></li><li><p>Proven ability to manage high-value legal matters independently while maintaining strict confidentiality</p></li><li><p>Experience utilizing legal AI platforms such as Harvey, Legora, or equivalent for legal research, contract review, drafting, and document analysis is highly preferred</p></li></ul></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><p>.</p><p></p></section>
Job Purpose<br>The Group Legal Director (General Counsel) will serve as the principal legal adviser to the Board and Executive Management, leading all legal, governance, compliance, disputes, and regulatory matters across the Group's international energy operations. The role requires prior experience acting as General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, or equivalent senior legal leader within an international energy, oil & gas, mining, or infrastructure company, with responsibility for managing complex cross-border disputes, international arbitration, and litigation.<br>Disputes, Arbitration & Litigation Lead and manage high-value international arbitration, litigation, mediation, and dispute resolution matters across multiple jurisdictions. Act as the Company's legal lead on disputes arising from PSCs, concession agreements, joint ventures, EPC contracts, and energy infrastructure projects. Manage external counsel, arbitration tribunals, expert witnesses, and litigation strategy. Represent and protect the Company's interests in ICC, LCIA, ICSID, SIAC and other international arbitration proceedings. Advise senior management and the Board on dispute risks, claim strategies, and settlement negotiations.<br>Mandatory Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) and admission to practice law in a recognised jurisdiction. Master's Degree (LLM) preferred. Minimum 20 years of legal experience. Minimum 10 years in senior legal leadership positions. Proven experience as General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, Group Legal Director, or equivalent within an international Energy, Oil & Gas company. Demonstrated responsibility for legal matters across multiple international jurisdictions and complex cross-border operations. Significant experience negotiating and advising on:Production Sharing Contracts (PSC) Concession Agreements Joint Operating Agreements (JOA) Joint Venture Agreements (JV) Gas Sales Agreements (GSA) Gas Transportation Agreements (GTA) EPC Contracts Project Development Agreements International Commercial Contracts Extensive experience leading international arbitration and litigation matters, including arbitrations under ICC, LCIA, ICSID, SIAC or equivalent international forums. Strong experience managing disputes involving governments, state-owned entities, regulators, JV partners, EPC contractors, and international counterparties. Strong Middle East experience is mandatory. Extensive Board-level advisory experience and direct engagement with CEOs and Executive Committees.<br>Preferred Experience International energy project development. Mergers & Acquisitions. Cross-border investments and financing transactions. Government and sovereign negotiations. Energy transition, power generation, LNG, upstream and midstream projects. Experience working in Africa, Middle East, CIS, Asia, or other emerging markets.
<p>An international EPC contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Legal Manager to support major pipeline, industrial, and infrastructure projects across the CIS region . Based in Doha, Qatar, this role will focus on construction and commercial contracts, corporate law, claims and dispute resolution, and day-to-day legal support for complex cross-border projects governed by English law. The successful candidate will report directly to the Legal Director and collaborate closely with project, commercial, procurement, finance, and executive management teams. Professional fluency in both English and Russian is essential for this role.</p><p><b>Key responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Draft, review, negotiate, and administer construction contracts, EPC contracts, purchase orders, supply agreements, procurement agreements, and subcontractor contracts.</li><li>Manage the full contract lifecycle, from tender stage through execution, amendments, project completion, and close-out.</li><li>Handle contractual claims, disputes, variations, extensions of time, change orders, and other project-related legal matters.</li><li>Identify contractual and commercial risks and develop practical risk mitigation strategies.</li><li>Support negotiations with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and other business partners.</li><li>Provide day-to-day legal support to project, commercial, procurement, and finance teams.</li><li>Prepare, review, and maintain corporate documentation for international group companies.</li><li>Support corporate governance matters and cross-border corporate transactions.</li><li>Conduct legal due diligence and KYC reviews for counterparties, suppliers, and business partners.</li><li>Ensure legal documentation complies with English law principles and international contracting standards.</li><li>Coordinate with external counsel on disputes, corporate matters, and jurisdiction-specific legal issues.</li><li>Develop and maintain legal templates, internal policies, and contract governance procedures.</li><li>Report key contractual, legal, and commercial risks to senior management.</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p><b>Key requirements</b></p><ul><li>10+ years of post-qualification legal experience.</li><li>Mandatory legal experience supporting construction and infrastructure projects.</li><li>Strong experience drafting and negotiating construction contracts, procurement agreements, supplier agreements, and subcontractor contracts.</li><li>Experience working on EPC projects and with EPC contracts is highly preferred.</li><li>Experience preparing and managing corporate documentation.</li><li>Experience conducting KYC procedures and legal due diligence.</li><li>Good knowledge of English law and common law contractual principles.</li><li>Professional fluency in both English and Russian is required.</li><li>Excellent communication and negotiation skills.</li><li>Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced project environment and provide support outside standard business hours when required.</li><li>Willingness to relocate to Doha, Qatar, with occasional regional travel.</li></ul>
<p><b>Job description:</b></p><ul><li>Conducting legal analysis and researching legal matters.</li><li>Providing advice on legal matters.</li><li>Drafting legal opinions, memoranda, and briefing documents.</li><li>Reviewing legal material</li><li>Formulating formalities regarding settlements of disputes.</li><li>Monitoring the implementation of the legal clauses</li><li>Reviewing legal cases before filing from law firm.</li><li>Solving disputes through friendly settlement.</li><li>Assisting external lawyers in drafting memorandum and defence</li><li>Meetings with court experts.</li><li>Representing the company and its employees in front of the court / police station / ministries and other governmental entity.</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Requirements:</p><ul><li>Experience : Minimum 5 years</li><li>Languages : Bilingual u201c fluent in both Arabic and English u201c</li><li>Background : Qatar jurisdiction / real estate and construction dispute resolution.</li></ul>
Bachelor’s degree in law (LL. B. or equivalent), preferably from a recognized Arabic university.<br>LL. M. or master’s degree in law from a recognized university in the UK or USA is preferred.<br>Qualified lawyer with 3 - 5 years of post-qualification legal experience (PQE).<br>Preferably trained and gained substantive experience within a reputable law firm.<br>Preferably with previous legal experience in Qatar is preferred, with familiarity with the Qatari legal and regulatory environment.<br>Fully bilingual in Arabic and English, with excellent written and spoken proficiency in both languages.<br>Strong legal drafting, contract review, legal research and analytical skills in both Arabic and English.<br>High level of accuracy and attention to detail, with the ability to produce consistently high-quality legal work.<br>Strong sense of ownership, responsibility and accountability for assigned matters.<br>Hard-working, dedicated and proactive, with the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the wider team.<br>Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage several matters and competing priorities simultaneously.<br>Ability to work effectively under pressure and consistently meet agreed deadlines and timeframes.<br>Commercially minded and able to provide practical, business-focused legal advice.
Media City Qatar is seeking an experienced Senior Legal Officer to join our Legal Affairs & Contracts Department. The successful candidate will provide high-level legal, contractual, regulatory and compliance support across MCQ, with responsibility for complex and strategically significant matters.<br>Key Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the drafting, review and negotiation of complex commercial, contractual, media, licensing, sponsorship and technology-related agreements.• Provide legal advice on contractual risk, regulatory requirements, governance, legal structuring and implementation.• Conduct legal research and analysis of applicable Qatari laws and regulations and prepare legal opinions, memoranda and management briefings.• Support regulatory and compliance initiatives, including gap assessments, policy development, controls, monitoring and remediation.• Manage assigned contracts throughout the full lifecycle, ensuring legal, commercial and regulatory requirements are addressed.• Identify and assess legal and contractual risks and develop appropriate mitigation strategies and recommendations.• Support contractual breaches, claims, disputes, complaints and investigations, including coordination with external counsel where required.• Conduct legal and compliance due diligence for significant counterparties, projects and transactions.• Support corporate governance matters, including resolutions, delegations of authority, policies and committee-related matters.• Develop and improve legal templates, precedents, playbooks, procedures, guidelines and legal knowledge resources.• Provide technical guidance, coaching and quality review to junior legal team members.• Coordinate with external legal counsel and advisers and monitor the effective delivery of assigned matters.<br>Qualifications & Experience:<br>• Bachelor's degree in law from a recognized university.• Admission to practice law or membership of a recognized Bar Association, Law Society or equivalent professional legal body is preferred/required, subject to the applicable jurisdiction.• 6–8 years of post-qualification legal experience.• Strong experience in commercial, corporate and contract law, including complex drafting and negotiation.• Experience in media, broadcasting, digital media, content production, intellectual property, licensing, technology or telecommunications is highly desirable.• Experience with regulatory compliance, corporate governance, legal risk management and dispute/claims support.• Experience with international organizations, cross-border transactions or international commercial counterparties is an advantage.• Experience relating to broadcasting facilities, studio infrastructure, production technologies or content delivery platforms is highly desirable.• LLM or relevant postgraduate qualification is an advantage.• Professional fluency in English is required; Arabic is an advantage.
About Commercial Bank<br><br>Commercial Bank, founded in 1975 and headquartered in Doha, plays a vital role in Qatar’s economic development by offering a range of personal, business, government, international and investment services. We believe in empowering our employees, providing them with opportunities for growth and professional development.<br><br>By Joining us, you’ll be part of a workplace culture that fosters innovation, supports work-life balance, and encourages you to reach your full potential.<br><br>Join us in shaping the future of banking!<br><br>Job Summary<br><br>Responsible for end‑to‑end management of criminal case files, including cheque handling, documentation, police complaints, and court follow‑up. Ensures accurate system updates, legal recordkeeping, and timely coordination with internal units, authorities, and external law firms. Manage recovery processes, suspense account monitoring, and monthly legal reporting. Supports the legal department through administrative tasks, legal reviews, and advisory services.<br><br>Key Responsibilities <br><br>Criminal Case Intake and Documentation <br><br> Receive newly initiated criminal files from business units and ensure timely legal action. Acknowledge receipt of post-dated cheques (PDCs) along with related documentation (e.g., Letter of Undertaking/Letter, Hand-over forms, QID/CR etc). Verify and review all documents and sign as the official custodian for the original cheques received along with the Hand over form.<br><br>Document Review and System Update <br><br> Review criminal hand-over documentation and ensure it includes cheque advice, QID/CR, and original cheque. Cross-check hand-over forms with updated data in the RCS (legal system) and approve cases for further action.<br><br>Cheque Classification and Management <br><br> Categorize cheques by type (post-dated, returned) and ensure alignment with related cheque advice. Prepare and maintain Excel sheets capturing key cheque information (amount, signatory, due date, and cheque number). Store original cheques in secure legal custody under designated folders.<br><br>Cheque Processing <br><br> Monitor and ensure timely posting of cheques within a two-day window, if applicable. Validate that returned cheque advice does not exceed 30-day validity based on customer default.<br><br>Case File Preparation <br><br> Compile physical case files and ensure full updates in RCS, including scanned copies of all supporting documentation. Upload relevant attachments in the RCS for internal recordkeeping.<br><br>Police Complaint Submission <br><br> Draft and submit formal complaints to the Police Department, ensuring all required documentation is attached (including CB’s request for binding the defendant). Follow up with authorities to obtain police case numbers and ensure updates in the RCS and complaint registers.<br><br>Archiving and Legal Records <br><br> Archive all complaint documents, original cheques, and cheque advice in both legal custody report and digital e-store.<br><br>Judicial and Public Prosecution Follow-Up <br><br> Monitor and follow up on case hearings daily, if applicable. Provide weekly hearing schedules to relevant legal Manager Attend court judgments and submit requests to collect the judgment order with writ of execution in order to proceed with the enforcement.<br><br>External Coordination <br><br> Liaise with the Police Department upon notification and attend hearings. Liaise with the Public prosecution upon notification and attend the investigation. Coordinate with business units to provide court-required justifications. Manage the cancellation process for closed criminal cases with the Public Prosecution after working hours. Liaise with External Law firms upon request.<br><br>Cheque Collection and Suspense Account Monitoring <br><br> Receive payments from the Public Prosecution and ensure prompt deposit into the legal suspense account. Notify LO/LM on the same day regarding recovery amount received from the court Monitor and reconcile transfers from civil courts into the legal suspense account. Notify the business of recoveries and ensure crediting to customer accounts.<br><br>Legal System and Case Tracker Maintenance <br><br> Ensure daily updates to the legal system (RCS) and monitor criminal case developments using the marker checker process.<br><br>Financial Reconciliation and Reporting <br><br> Maintain monthly reconciliation records for recovery amounts through civil and criminal proceedings. Share reconciliation reports with the legal Manager and Chief legal Officer Prepare and submit a Monthly Criminal Case Report detailing case outcomes to the legal Manager and Chief legal Officer Prepare monthly reports for case cancellations (criminal and civil) and maintain organized records. Generate monthly reports for all complaints scheduled for filing and share them with relevant stakeholders. Produce monthly reports for legal suspense recovery payments and share it with legal Manager and Chief legal Officer<br><br>Administrative Responsibilities<br><br> Handle administrative duties as requested by legal Manager and Chief legal Officer Adhere to Legal DOA, SOP, and Ensure do not breach Legal bank policies.<br><br>Legal Consultation & Advisory<br><br> Draft, review (legal opinions, memos) and responses to inquiries from branches and internal departments. Provide advice, support and assistance with negotiation and documentation on legal issues of international and domestic scope. Perform other related duties or assignments as directed<br><br>Required Qualifications<br><br>Qualifications & Experience <br><br> Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field (Law preferred). Strong knowledge of criminal procedures, cheque laws, and legal documentation processes. Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word). Excellent communication, and coordination skills. High level of integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail. <br><br>Required Experience<br><br> 4-5 years of experience <br><br>Why Commercial Bank?<br><br> Best Performing Bank in Qatar in The Banker’s prestigious Top 1000 World Banks Rankings 2025. Best Digital Bank in the Middle East 2024 by World Finance and Best Mobile Banking App in the Middle East 2024 by Global Finance. An Innovation-Driven, Digital-First Environment where employees work with the latest tools and technologies to redefine banking Opportunities for Global Partnerships & International Exposure, connecting employees with global networks and perspectives. A focus on Employee Well-being & Work-Life Balance, ensuring a healthy and supportive environment for all team members Competitive Compensation & Benefits that ensure our employees are rewarded for their dedication and performance A strong Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, fostering a culture that values every individual’s unique perspective <br><br>At Commercial Bank, we don’t just offer careers, We shape futures by pioneering digital transformation in Qatar’s banking sector, blending digital-first approach to redefine banking through innovative solutions.<br><br>Disclaimer<br><br>We appreciate your interest in joining CB! Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted for further steps in the hiring process. This job posting is for informational purposes only, and CB reserves the right to modify, withdraw, or close it at any time without notice.
Job Purpose Provide strategic legal support to the Group's Commodity Trading businesses, ensuring legal compliance, risk mitigation, and protection of the Company's interests across complex domestic and international transactions.<br>Key Responsibilities Advise management on corporate, commercial, and regulatory legal matters. Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial contracts and agreements. Lead legal support for M&A transactions, joint ventures, investments, and corporate restructurings. Review and negotiate financing agreements, project finance, and structured trade finance transactions. Draft, review, and negotiate Gas Sales Agreements (GSAs) and Gas Transportation Agreements (GTAs). Advise on corporate governance, board matters, and regulatory compliance. Manage external legal counsel and oversee litigation and dispute resolution matters when required. Identify legal risks and provide commercially practical solutions to business stakeholders.<br>About You Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB), qualified lawyer.12+ years of experience in Commodity Trading. Strong experience in Cross-Border Transactions. Proven experience negotiating Gas Sales Agreements (GSAs) and Gas Transportation Agreements (GTAs). Experience within Oil & Gas, Energy, LNG, Infrastructure, Commodities Trading, or Industrial Projects. Strong understanding of corporate governance and regulatory compliance. Previous experience with multinational companies, energy developers, trading houses, or top-tier law firms is preferred. Excellent contract negotiation, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
Position Summary Lead the Corporate Legal team, ensuring compliance, managing legal risks, and supporting financial and corporate transactions.<br>Key Responsibilities Summary Responsible for overseeing all legal, regulatory, and transactional matters across the organisation, ensuring compliance with financial laws, managing legal risks, and supporting strategic business decisions.<br>Key Responsibilities Provide strategic legal advice to senior management and Board Ensure compliance with financial, banking, and regulatory requirements Oversee corporate governance and internal legal policies Lead drafting, review, and negotiation of contracts and financial agreements Manage legal aspects of M&A, joint ventures, and investment transactions Oversee regulatory filings, licensing, and authority engagements Identify and mitigate legal and regulatory risks Support finance and compliance teams on regulatory matters Liaise with external legal counsel and stakeholders Lead and develop the internal legal team Control legal budgets and external advisory costs<br>Qualifications & Experience LLB + LLM (mandatory)15–20 years of experience Minimum 5+ years in a senior leadership role Experience in legal entity management, corporate finance, M&A, and regulatory compliance<br>Key Competencies Strong knowledge of corporate and financial laws Expertise in banking regulations and compliance Strong negotiation and drafting skills Leadership and stakeholder management Strategic and risk-focused thinking
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<span><u><b>Job Summary</b></u>
<br></span><p><span><span><span><span>The Legal Counsel is responsible to determine all commercial legal activities of the and to ensure that they are carried out in accordance with relevant laws, regulations, and charters of the companies within the Group. The position assesses, control, and determine legal information to all stakeholders (e.g., cases, statutes, and regulations). Giving accurate and timely counsel to executives in a variety of legal topics. Collaborating with management to devise efficient defense strategies. Specifying internal governance policies and regularly monitor compliance.</span></span></span></span></p><br>
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<p>Contribute to the company’s vision, mission, and strategy by leading the legal strategy and ensuring alignment with broader organizational objectives.</p><br>
<p>Build and lead a motivated, engaged, and competent legal team by setting priorities, managing performance, and providing feedback and coaching.</p><br>
<p>Define an optimal legal department structure and direct its development for effective resource utilization.</p><br>
<p>Support the development of the legal department’s manpower plan, collaborating with Human Capital for timely and high-quality execution.</p><br>
<p>Provide direction for the preparation and consolidation of the legal department’s budget in line with the company's annual business plan.</p><br>
<p>Direct and approve legal proceedings related to PPP agreements, ensuring compliance and protecting company interests.</p><br>
<p>Manage legal matters across all business areas, including corporate affairs, procurement, safety, security, insurance, and sustainability.</p><br>
<p>Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks arising from the company’s business strategy and operations.</p><br>
<p>Ensure business operations adhere to relevant laws and regulations, and maintain employee awareness of legal compliance requirements.</p><br>
<p>Oversee the preparation, review, and approval of contracts, agreements, and legal documents, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</p><br>
<p>Ensure the proper drafting and execution of legal documents, including notices, claims, board resolutions, shareholder assembly minutes, and official forms.</p><br> <br><br><u><b>Job Responsibilities 2</b></u>
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<br><br><u><b>Job Knowledge & Skills</b></u>
<br><p><span><span><span><span>Comprehensive knowledge of legal principles, corporate law, and regulatory compliance relevant to group operations.</span></span></span></span></p><br>
<p><span><span><span><span>Strong analytical skills to assess legal risks, interpret complex laws, and provide strategic guidance to the organization.</span></span></span></span></p><br>
<p><span><span><span><span>Excellent communication and negotiation abilities to represent the group's interests in legal matters and negotiations.</span></span></span></span></p><br>
<p><span><span><span><span>Proficiency in drafting and reviewing a wide range of legal documents, contracts, and agreements.</span></span></span></span></p><br>
<p><span><span><span><span>Leadership capabilities to oversee legal affairs, manage legal teams, and collaborate effectively with stakeholders.</span></span></span></span></p><br>
<p><span><span><span><span>ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role.</span></span></span></span></p><br>
<br><br><u><b>Job Experience</b></u>
<br><p><span><span><span><span>Minimum 8 years working experience, 5 years in a relevant supervisory position, 2 years GCC experience is a plus.</span></span></span></span></p><br>
<br><br><u><b>Competencies</b></u>
<br>Risk Management L4<br>Contract Law L4<br>Legal Research L4<br>Due Diligence L4<br>Laws and requlations L4<br>Agility<br>AI Fluency<br>Build High-Performing Teams<br>Leadership<br>Provide Direction<br>Quality<br>Resilience<br><br><br><u><b>Education</b></u>
<br>Bachelor's Degree in Law<br><br><br><br>
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Position Summary Lead the Corporate Legal team, ensuring compliance, managing legal risks, and supporting financial and corporate transactions.<br>Key Responsibilities Summary Responsible for overseeing all legal, regulatory, and transactional matters across the organisation, ensuring compliance with financial laws, managing legal risks, and supporting strategic business decisions.<br>Key Responsibilities Provide strategic legal advice to senior management and Board Ensure compliance with financial, banking, and regulatory requirements Oversee corporate governance and internal legal policies Lead drafting, review, and negotiation of contracts and financial agreements Manage legal aspects of M&A, joint ventures, and investment transactions Oversee regulatory filings, licensing, and authority engagements Identify and mitigate legal and regulatory risks Support finance and compliance teams on regulatory matters Liaise with external legal counsel and stakeholders Lead and develop the internal legal team Control legal budgets and external advisory costs<br>Qualifications & Experience LLB + LLM (mandatory)15–20 years of experience Minimum 5+ years in a senior leadership role Experience in legal entity management, corporate finance, M&A, and regulatory compliance<br>Key Competencies Strong knowledge of corporate and financial laws Expertise in banking regulations and compliance Strong negotiation and drafting skills Leadership and stakeholder management Strategic and risk-focused thinking
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<br></span><p>Work in close partnership with different staff and managers in different offices. Perform a broad range of liaison and partnership activities requiring a thorough understanding of company's relationship.</p><br>
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<br><p>Prepare, review and modify contractual instruments to assist and support various business activities.</p><br>
<p>Representing in the court of law and coordinating with the management, if so required.</p><br>
<p>Establish and build a network of contacts - peers and external counterparts.</p><br>
<p>Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment and make sound decisions in emergency situations.</p><br>
<p>Prepare monthly and quarterly reports for the department for leadership meetings.</p><br>
<p>To co-ordinate clearances from various government bodies. - Assist in the risk management if any, based on organizational matters of concern.</p><br>
<p>Drafting and Vetting of all legal documents and co-ordination with the panel of lawyers to ensure documents are legally sound. -</p><br>
<p>Liaison with relevant Government offices and other competent authorities if necessary.</p><br>
<p>Visit to competent Authorities for documentations, follow up and keeping the record of the same.</p><br>
<p>Coordination and Briefing / discussion with the lawyers for legal cases and to - negotiate the fees structure of the Advocates.</p><br>
<p>Coordinate and make arrangements required for Arbitration proceedings and provide the required documents to appointed Advocate for proceeding of Arbitration.</p><br>
<p>Follow up with Advocates for updating of legal cases.</p><br>
<p>Follow up with concerned officer to attend the court.</p><br>
<p>Attend the meetings /conferences as and when required /directed by superiors.</p><br>
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<br><br><u><b>Job Knowledge & Skills</b></u>
<br><p>Good experience in legal documentation for all functions such as contracts, tender documents, due diligence of land, performance guarantees, to support during MOU / JVs/Development Agreements, Lease Agreements, License Agreement, keeping in mind the company's interests.</p><br>
<p>Knowledge in goverment acts and registration of documents, good exposure of general litigation.</p><br>
<p>Complete knowledge of locals legal matters and its applicability.</p><br>
<p>Knowledge of all applicable laws including civil, criminal, labor and consumer laws.</p><br>
<p>Review on-going cases and advice management accordingly.</p><br>
<p>Review progress of outstanding litigation and liaise with and manage external senior counsel.</p><br>
<p>Knowledge of legal compliances for business areas, changes of business use and transfer of ownership</p><br>
<p>ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role.</p><br>
<br><br><u><b>Job Experience</b></u>
<br><p>Minimum 14 years of relevant working experince with atleast 4 in GCC countires.</p><br>
<br><br><u><b>Competencies</b></u>
<br>Resilience<br>AI Fluency<br>Quality<br>Negotiating L5<br>Leadership<br>Build High-Performing Teams<br>Speed of Execution<br>Build Process and Systems<br>Provide Direction<br>Due Diligence L5<br>Legal Research L5<br>Regulatory Compliance L5<br>Drive Cost Optimization<br>Agility<br>Mergers and Acquisitions L5<br><br><br><u><b>Education</b></u>
<br>Bachelor's Degree in Law<br><br><br><br>
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About the Role Bridge Capital is seeking a Senior Legal Manager, Fund & Transaction, to lead legal workstreams across complex cross-border investments — from initial structuring and diligence through signing, closing, active ownership and realization. Embedded alongside investment professionals, the role converts commercial objectives into executable legal structures, negotiates principal transaction documents, protects governance and economic rights, and provides clear, decision-oriented advice on material legal and execution risk.<br>Key Responsibilities Lead legal execution across acquisitions, disposals, joint ventures, co-investments, minority investments, platform builds, add-ons, restructurings, recapitalizations, refinancings and exits Partner with investment, finance, tax and technical teams to define legal workplans and align diligence with the investment thesis Design and evaluate fund, holding-company, SPV, acquisition, financing and co-investment structures across jurisdictions Lead legal due diligence and translate findings into price, conditions, covenants, indemnities, warranties and other transaction protections Protect governance and economic position through reserved matters, Board rights, transfer restrictions, minority protections and exit provisions Support portfolio legal matters including add-ons, reorganizations, management equity, related-party transactions and exit readiness Manage cross-border regulatory, foreign-investment, merger-control, sanctions and financial-crime issues with internal specialists and local counsel Develop transaction playbooks, precedent documents, negotiation positions and closing checklists to improve execution speed and consistency Provide day-to-day leadership and technical guidance to legal team members<br>Experience and Skills:6–8+ years of progressive legal experience in private equity, M&A, leveraged finance, fund, infrastructure or principal-investment transactions at a leading law firm, investment firm, investment bank or comparable platform Experience with fund, holding-company, SPV and co-investment structures, governance rights and realization mechanisms strongly preferred Exposure to acquisition financing, security, guarantees, intercreditor arrangements and refinancing transactions advantageous Strong command of transaction structuring, legal due diligence, risk allocation and corporate governance Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills, with confidence engaging investment committees, boards and senior external counterparties Demonstrated ability to lead small teams, manage multiple workstreams and develop junior professionals Cross-border experience and cultural fluency strongly preferred; fluency in Arabic, Spanish, French or another relevant language is a plus
Primary Purpose Of The Job<br><br>Provide legal support for activities related to the marketing of liquids (i.e. crude & other petroleum products), petrochemicals, chemicals & fertilizers, helium and natural gas and its derived products (e.g. ethane, propane, LPG, etc) in Qatar Energy including with respect to the negotiation of all related agreements, the administration of those agreements and the management of all claims and disputes related to the same (“Liquids, Dry Products & Gas Marketing Activities”) The Liquids, Dry Products & Gas Marketing section will be required to support all Qatar Energy entities conducting Liquids, Dry Products & Gas Marketing Activities and will also be required to support the Ventures & Business Development division on projects that it is developing and managing, to the extent those projects involve marketing of liquids, dry products & gas products<br><br>Required Experience And Skills<br><br>JD/LLB (or equivalent) degree at a recognized university10+ years' experience in private practice or in-house, a substantial amount of which is in relation to Liquids, Dry Products & Gas Marketing Activities Strong legal (including drafting) skills Experience of dealing with regulators and government representatives Ability to assimilate complex legal matters and to provide practical advice to non-lawyers Excellent command of written and spoken English. Effective communication skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team player. Highly motivated, proactive, organized, and self-disciplined Proficient in the use of Microsoft 365 suite of applications<br><br>Educational Qualifications<br><br>JD/LLB (or equivalent) degree at a recognized university.
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<p>This role is responsible for providing legal counsel and practical support on corporate, commercial, banking and investment matters, ensuring the business operates in compliance with applicable laws and corporate governance requirements. It involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts, procurement documents, financing agreements, and real estate transactions while managing legal risks. The position supports corporate transactions such as mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, restructurings, and financing activities through legal due diligence and documentation. The role oversees corporate secretarial matters, maintains global entity registrations and governance documentation, and advises on regulatory changes across multiple jurisdictions. The role also develops compliance policies, delivers legal awareness training, manages external legal counsel, and provides guidance on employment law, data protection, and intellectual property matters. The ideal candidate is a qualified lawyer with 7–9 years of post-qualification experience, including in-house legal experience, and strong expertise in corporate and commercial law, contract management, compliance, and cross-border legal matters.</p><br><br>Responsibilities:<br><p><strong><u>Responsibilities</u></strong></p><br><ul><li>Provide legal counsel and support to internal business units on a wide range of corporate, commercial, banking & investment matters, including transactions, contracts, financing documents, procurement, compliance, and corporate governance.</li><li>Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial agreements, including service contracts, supply agreements, procurement documents, and real estate transactions, ensuring alignment with company policies and objectives.</li><li>Advise on corporate, regulatory, and compliance matters across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring adherence to local and international laws and corporate governance standards. </li><li>Maintaining corporate registrations, renewals, and compliance documentation (including drafting of resolutions) for the Group’s entities around the world; amend, update and maintain the Group Companies’ constitutional documents.</li><li>Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks across business operations, supporting the development and implementation of risk management strategies.</li><li>Support corporate transactions such as mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, partnerships, restructuring, and financing activities, ensuring legal due diligence and documentation accuracy.</li><li>Monitor, interpret, and advise management on changes in laws, regulations, and industry standards affecting the company’s operations and compliance obligations.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to promote legal awareness and ensure the integration of legal compliance into daily business activities.</li><li>Develop and implement policies, procedures, and training programs to promote compliance, ethical conduct, and best legal practices across the organization.</li><li>Manage relationships with external counsel and consultants, ensuring cost-effective and high-quality legal services.</li><li>Advise on matters relating to data protection, employment law, corporate secretarial requirements, and intellectual property as required.</li><li>Provide timely and practical legal advice to senior leadership on strategic and operational matters.</li><li>Perform all duties as assigned by the Senior Legal Counsel, Corporate Affairs.</li></ul><br>Qualifications:<br><p><strong><u>Qualifications</u></strong></p><br><p><strong>Education & Professional Qualification</strong></p><br><ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree in Law or equivalent (Master’s Degree preferred).</li><li>Admission to a recognised Bar<strong>:</strong> Qualified lawyer in a common law or civil law jurisdiction.</li></ul><p><strong>Professional Experience</strong></p><br><ul><li>7–9 years of post-qualification experience, including at least 2–4 years in an in-house counsel role.</li><li>Solid experience in corporate and commercial law, contracts, and regulatory compliance.</li><li>Prior exposure to sectors such as logistics, energy, infrastructure, or transportation is advantageous.</li></ul><p><strong>Geographic Experience</strong></p><br><ul><li>Experience advising on cross-border legal and regulatory matters.</li><li>Ability to interpret and apply local and international laws, precedents, and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to analyze and research complex or novel legal issues, interpret applicable laws and regulations, and provide sound, actionable advice</li></ul><p><strong>Computer Skills</strong></p><br><ul><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel and legal research platforms; comfortable with digital contract management systems.</li></ul><p><strong>Language Skills</strong></p><br><ul><li>Business fluent in English (written and spoken).</li><li>Arabic language skills desirable.</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Competencies</strong></p><br><ul><li><strong>Legal Expertise:</strong> Strong analytical and advisory skills in corporate, commercial, and banking & investment.</li><li><strong>Contract Management:</strong> Skilled in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex agreements with attention to risk and commercial objectives.</li><li><strong>Communication:</strong> Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to present complex legal concepts clearly to non-legal audiences.</li><li><strong>Stakeholder Management:</strong> Strong interpersonal skills; builds trust and collaborates effectively with internal teams, regulators, and external partners.</li><li><strong>Team Player:</strong> Cooperative and supportive attitude; works effectively in multidisciplinary and cultural teams and contributes to a positive and collaborative work environment.</li><li><strong>Professional Maturity: </strong>Demonstrates integrity, balanced judgment, and emotional intelligence when addressing complex issues or situations; and in interactions with colleagues, stakeholders, and team members.</li><li><strong>Growth Mindset: </strong>Open to feedback and continuous learning; maintains a positive attitude toward personal and professional development.</li><li><strong>Professional Conduct:</strong> Understands and observes corporate protocol; demonstrates respect, humility, and accountability in all interactions.</li><li><strong>Ethics & Integrity:</strong> Upholds high professional standards and demonstrates commitment to corporate values and compliance culture.</li></ul><p><strong>Market / Industry / Functional Knowledge</strong></p><br><ul><li>Strong understanding of corporate, commercial and banking law, regulatory frameworks, and compliance management.</li><li>Familiarity with international trade, data privacy, and corporate governance principles.</li><li>Ability to provide pragmatic legal advice balancing legal risk and business objectives.</li></ul> </div>
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<br></span><p>Work in close partnership with different staff and managers in different offices. Perform a broad range of liaison and partnership activities requiring a thorough understanding of company's relationship.</p><br>
<br><br><u><b>Job Responsibilities 1</b></u>
<br><p>Prepare, review and modify contractual instruments to assist and support various business activities.</p><br>
<p>Representing in the court of law and coordinating with the management, if so required.</p><br>
<p>Establish and build a network of contacts - peers and external counterparts.</p><br>
<p>Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment and make sound decisions in emergency situations.</p><br>
<p>Prepare monthly and quarterly reports for the department for leadership meetings.</p><br>
<p>To co-ordinate clearances from various government bodies. - Assist in the risk management if any, based on organizational matters of concern.</p><br>
<p>Drafting and Vetting of all legal documents and co-ordination with the panel of lawyers to ensure documents are legally sound. -</p><br>
<p>Liaison with relevant Government offices and other competent authorities if necessary.</p><br>
<p>Visit to competent Authorities for documentations, follow up and keeping the record of the same.</p><br>
<p>Coordination and Briefing / discussion with the lawyers for legal cases and to - negotiate the fees structure of the Advocates.</p><br>
<p>Coordinate and make arrangements required for Arbitration proceedings and provide the required documents to appointed Advocate for proceeding of Arbitration.</p><br>
<p>Follow up with Advocates for updating of legal cases.</p><br>
<p>Follow up with concerned officer to attend the court.</p><br>
<p>Attend the meetings /conferences as and when required /directed by superiors.</p><br>
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<br><p>Good experience in legal documentation for all functions such as contracts, tender documents, due diligence of land, performance guarantees, to support during MOU / JVs/Development Agreements, Lease Agreements, License Agreement, keeping in mind the company's interests.</p><br>
<p>Knowledge in goverment acts and registration of documents, good exposure of general litigation.</p><br>
<p>Complete knowledge of locals legal matters and its applicability.</p><br>
<p>Knowledge of all applicable laws including civil, criminal, labor and consumer laws.</p><br>
<p>Review on-going cases and advice management accordingly.</p><br>
<p>Review progress of outstanding litigation and liaise with and manage external senior counsel.</p><br>
<p>Knowledge of legal compliances for business areas, changes of business use and transfer of ownership</p><br>
<p>ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role.</p><br>
<br><br><u><b>Job Experience</b></u>
<br><p>Minimum 14 years of relevant working experince with atleast 4 in GCC countires.</p><br>
<br><br><u><b>Competencies</b></u>
<br>Resilience<br>AI Fluency<br>Quality<br>Negotiating L5<br>Leadership<br>Build High-Performing Teams<br>Speed of Execution<br>Build Process and Systems<br>Provide Direction<br>Due Diligence L5<br>Legal Research L5<br>Regulatory Compliance L5<br>Drive Cost Optimization<br>Agility<br>Mergers and Acquisitions L5<br><br><br><u><b>Education</b></u>
<br>Bachelor's Degree in Law<br><br><br><br>
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JOB DESCRIPTIONThe ideal candidate will have Responsibilities such as (not limited to):· Following up with the Qatari Law and regulations.· Researching and drafting legal reports.· Researching on applicable regulations, laws, and Judgments.· Attending meetings with clients.· Providing and drafting verbal/memorandum legal advice.· Reviewing, Drafting, and Re-drafting contracts and agreements.· Drafting, preparing, and handling client’s legal documents to be used in litigation/arbitration.· Researching and drafting legal reports.· Attending and following up court/arbitration expert meetings dates and decisions and submitting the necessary memorandums.· Prepares correspondence, and drafts letters/responses/notices.· Filling lawsuits in court/arbitrations.· Filling complaints in Police Departments and Public Prosecution Departments.· Attending court hearings and Police Investigations.· Submitting Memorandums of defense in hearings.· Register, follow up, and keep a record of court hearings and complaints dates, decisions, judgments, and awards.· Ensuring lawsuit procedural applications and request forms are accomplished before the hearing.· Assures all services provided to the clients are accomplished before the deadline.· Updating the client's court hearing, complaints updates, decisions, and judgments.· Coordinating with other legal counsels of the firm on strategies, status, decisions, and progress of all legal cases and issues concerning the clients.<br>QUALIFICATIONS· Work Experience· Bachelor’s degree in law or higher· Applicant should have excellent communication and typing skills.<br>REQUIREMENTS· Personal statement letter· CV<br>INDUSTRY· Law Practice· Legal Services· Law Enforcement<br>EMPLOYMENT TYPE· Full-time
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Our world-class faculty and researchers leverage innovative learning technologies and foster partnerships with global institutions to develop highly skilled graduates who contribute directly to Qatar’s knowledge-based economy and support the goals of Qatar National Vision 2030. As a growing hub for research and innovation, UDST is home to advanced projects that bridge academia and industry.<br><br>UDST Center of Excellence - Artificial Intelligence and Innovation is dedicated to advancing cutting-edge AI research and developing practical solutions that tackles real-world challenges. Our mission is to drive scientific progress and technological innovation in intelligent systems, contributing to Qatar's transition to a knowledge-based economy in line with Qatar National Vision 2030.<br><br>We are seeking an outstanding Postdoctoral Researcher to join our team at the Center of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence and Innovation. This role focuses on conducting applied research in machine learning, federated learning, and explainable AI (XAI) with real-world applications in healthcare, energy, and smart infrastructure. You will develop privacy-preserving machine learning systems, create interpretable AI solutions, and deploy models on edge and cloud platforms. This is an excellent opportunity to advance trustworthy AI research while contributing to Qatar’s innovation priorities and digital transformation.<br><br>Responsibilities<br><br>Key Responsibilities<br><br>Conduct applied research in machine learning, federated learning, and explainable AI across domains such as healthcare, energy, and smart infrastructure Develop privacy-preserving machine learning systems and interpretable AI solutions that ensure transparency and trust Deploy machine learning models on edge and cloud platforms, ensuring robustness and scalability Publish research findings in top-tier peer-reviewed conferences and journals Lead and contribute to high-impact research projects aligned with the Center's priorities Ensure reproducibility and documentation of research through best practices in code and data management Integrate XAI techniques to ensure AI solutions meet ethical standards and domain-specific requirements Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on interdisciplinary research initiatives Contribute to research proposals and external funding applications to support the Center's growth Mentor junior researchers, graduate students, and research assistants<br><br>Qualifications<br><br>Required Qualifications<br><br>PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a closely related field Demonstrated research experience in machine learning, with focus on federated learning, explainable AI, or privacy-preserving MLStrong publication record in peer-reviewed journals and top-tier AI/ML conferences (e.g., Neur IPS, ICML, ICLR, AAAI, CVPR, KDD) Expertise in deep learning frameworks (PyTorch, Tensor Flow, Keras) and classical ML tools (scikit-learn, XGBoost) Strong background in machine learning, federated learning, or explainable AIExperience with evaluating AI models, benchmark design, and assessment methodologies Experience with explainable AI libraries (e.g., SHAP, LIME, Captum) and interpretability techniques Experience with federated learning frameworks (e.g., Flower, Tensor Flow Federated) or privacy-preserving MLProven ability to conduct independent research and contribute to collaborative research teams Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, including research presentations and technical writing Proficiency with version control systems (Git) and reproducible research practices Experience with computational resources and high-performance computing environments Fluency in written and spoken English<br><br>Preferred Qualifications How to Apply<br><br>Experience applying ML to healthcare, energy, or smart infrastructure domains Familiarity with AI safety, alignment, fairness, bias detection, or responsible AI research Experience with cloud and edge deployment platforms (e.g., AWS Sage Maker, Azure ML, Docker, Kubernetes) Knowledge of MLOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and model deployment Experience with model monitoring, drift detection, and retraining strategies Experience with data engineering and preprocessing tools (e.g., Spark, Airflow, data versioning) Understanding of human-AI interaction and user-centered AI design Familiarity with domain-specific toolkits (e.g., MONAI for medical imaging, FHIR for healthcare data) Track record of research impact (citations, h-index, awards) Experience with interdisciplinary research or industry collaborations Previous postdoctoral or industrial research experience Experience with grant writing and research funding applications Contributions to open-source AI projects or frameworks Arabic language skills What We Offer Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package Opportunity to conduct applied research in ML, federated learning, and explainable AI with real-world impact in healthcare and energy Collaborative and dynamic work environment with cutting-edge technology Access to state-of-the-art facilities and computational resources through strategic partnerships Professional development opportunities, international collaborations, and conference participation<br>Interested Candidates Should Submit The Following Documents<br><br>Updated CV/Resume Cover letter highlighting research experience, interests, and motivation List of publications and research statement (required) Contact information for two professional references<br><br>Application Deadline: 31st March 2026<br><br>UDST is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
Overview<br><br>University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST), officially established by Emiri Decision No. 13 of 2022, is Qatar’s first national applied university and the country’s premier destination for academic, technical, and professional education. With more than 9,000 students and 700 staff, UDST offers over 70 bachelor’s, master’s, diploma, and certificate programs across its five colleges: Business, Computing & Information Technology, Engineering & Technology, Health Sciences, and General Education. In addition, UDST houses specialized training centers that serve both individuals and industry<br><br>UDST is recognized for its student-centered learning, cutting-edge facilities, and applied, experiential approach. Our world-class faculty and researchers leverage innovative learning technologies and foster partnerships with global institutions to develop highly skilled graduates who contribute directly to Qatar’s knowledge-based economy and support the goals of Qatar National Vision 2030. As a growing hub for research and innovation, UDST is home to advanced projects that bridge academia and industry.<br><br>UDST Center of Excellence - Artificial Intelligence and Innovation is dedicated to advancing cutting-edge AI research and developing practical solutions that tackles real-world challenges. Our mission is to drive scientific progress and technological innovation in intelligent systems, contributing to Qatar's transition to a knowledge-based economy in line with Qatar National Vision 2030.<br><br>We are seeking an outstanding Postdoctoral Researcher to join our team at the Center of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence and Innovation. This role focuses on conducting applied research in machine learning, federated learning, and explainable AI (XAI) with real-world applications in healthcare, energy, and smart infrastructure. You will develop privacy-preserving machine learning systems, create interpretable AI solutions, and deploy models on edge and cloud platforms. This is an excellent opportunity to advance trustworthy AI research while contributing to Qatar’s innovation priorities and digital transformation.<br><br>Responsibilities<br><br>Key Responsibilities<br><br>Conduct applied research in machine learning, federated learning, and explainable AI across domains such as healthcare, energy, and smart infrastructure Develop privacy-preserving machine learning systems and interpretable AI solutions that ensure transparency and trust Deploy machine learning models on edge and cloud platforms, ensuring robustness and scalability Publish research findings in top-tier peer-reviewed conferences and journals Lead and contribute to high-impact research projects aligned with the Center's priorities Ensure reproducibility and documentation of research through best practices in code and data management Integrate XAI techniques to ensure AI solutions meet ethical standards and domain-specific requirements Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on interdisciplinary research initiatives Contribute to research proposals and external funding applications to support the Center's growth Mentor junior researchers, graduate students, and research assistants<br><br>Qualifications<br><br>Required Qualifications<br><br>PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a closely related field Demonstrated research experience in machine learning, with focus on federated learning, explainable AI, or privacy-preserving MLStrong publication record in peer-reviewed journals and top-tier AI/ML conferences (e.g., Neur IPS, ICML, ICLR, AAAI, CVPR, KDD) Expertise in deep learning frameworks (PyTorch, Tensor Flow, Keras) and classical ML tools (scikit-learn, XGBoost) Strong background in machine learning, federated learning, or explainable AIExperience with evaluating AI models, benchmark design, and assessment methodologies Experience with explainable AI libraries (e.g., SHAP, LIME, Captum) and interpretability techniques Experience with federated learning frameworks (e.g., Flower, Tensor Flow Federated) or privacy-preserving MLProven ability to conduct independent research and contribute to collaborative research teams Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, including research presentations and technical writing Proficiency with version control systems (Git) and reproducible research practices Experience with computational resources and high-performance computing environments Fluency in written and spoken English<br><br>Preferred Qualifications How to Apply<br><br>Experience applying ML to healthcare, energy, or smart infrastructure domains Familiarity with AI safety, alignment, fairness, bias detection, or responsible AI research Experience with cloud and edge deployment platforms (e.g., AWS Sage Maker, Azure ML, Docker, Kubernetes) Knowledge of MLOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and model deployment Experience with model monitoring, drift detection, and retraining strategies Experience with data engineering and preprocessing tools (e.g., Spark, Airflow, data versioning) Understanding of human-AI interaction and user-centered AI design Familiarity with domain-specific toolkits (e.g., MONAI for medical imaging, FHIR for healthcare data) Track record of research impact (citations, h-index, awards) Experience with interdisciplinary research or industry collaborations Previous postdoctoral or industrial research experience Experience with grant writing and research funding applications Contributions to open-source AI projects or frameworks Arabic language skills What We Offer Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package Opportunity to conduct applied research in ML, federated learning, and explainable AI with real-world impact in healthcare and energy Collaborative and dynamic work environment with cutting-edge technology Access to state-of-the-art facilities and computational resources through strategic partnerships Professional development opportunities, international collaborations, and conference participation<br>Interested Candidates Should Submit The Following Documents<br><br>Updated CV/Resume Cover letter highlighting research experience, interests, and motivation List of publications and research statement (required) Contact information for two professional references<br><br>Application Deadline: 31st March 2026<br><br>UDST is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.