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<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles & Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>Provide strategic legal and commercial support across investments, governance, contracts, negotiations and corporate structures. Coordinate external legal advisers, support transactions, manage contractual risk and advise on deal processes, litigation strategy and corporate governance. Support investment transactions and negotiations. Coordinate external legal advisers locally and internationally. Review and negotiate commercial agreements and contracts. Advise on governance, legal structures and litigation strategy. Support due diligence and transaction execution.</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><p>10+ years of commercial legal, corporate advisory or transaction experience. Qualified lawyer advantageous but not essential. Strong legal network and understanding of Qatar and international legal frameworks. Experience in M&A, contracts, governance, negotiations or corporate structuring.</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><b>Key Result Areas:</b></p> <p>Draft, review and negotiate contractual arrangements, including those with contractors, customers, consultants, suppliers, lessors, shippers, buyers, lenders, etc. to ensure that the Foundation is protected legally<br>Take a proactive legal role with respect to Finance, Procurement, IT, PR & Marketing and HR issues. Anticipate legal impediments<br>Keep informed of any incidents that may have legal implications and take action as appropriate<br>Work closely with lenders' legal representatives to ensure compliance with the terms and conditions of loan agreements<br>Work closely with insurers on loss prevention<br>Develop contingency plans for worst-case scenarios (losses, environmental damage, etc.)<br>Establish and maintain standards and policies within the Foundation to ensure compliance with a complex legal system<br>Reconcile Qatari Arabic laws with English contracts and agreements<br>Ensure that all concerned parties are aware of the legal implications of their actions<br>Provide advice concerning legal implications present in current and long-range mission plans and programs. Continually review and evaluate the total program for attainment of objectives<br>Advise on Laws, regulations and opinions of the courts and administrative agencies as well as Administrative Law, Contract, Environmental, Litigation, Fiscal, Civilian, Personnel, Standards of Conduct, Conflicts of Interest, and government ethics matters<br>Other reasonable tasks as assiqned by supervisor and OF leqal manaqement</p> <p> </p> <p>Minimum Knowledge, Skills & Experience:<br>Bachelor's degree in Law<br>0-5 years of relevant full-time work experience as a commercial lawyer or a relevant field.<br>Commercial knowledge related to non-profit organizations, preferably gained through working with large public-sector organizations<br>Outstanding negotiation skills<br>Must maintain knowledge of current legal information in area of expertise as well as in the areas of special laws applicable to not-for-profit foundations and legal issues unique to QF's activities<br>Excellent oral communication skills and excellent writing skills, with the ability to draft/ edit a variety of written reports and communications and articulate ideas clearly and concisely in both Arabic and English<br>Proficiency in MS Office aoolications</p> <p> </p> <p> </p>
EPC Legal Counsel Role Purpose The Legal Counsel will support the Legal team on the full lifecycle of large-scale contracts underpinning the company's EPC construction projects ( from drafting through negotiation, execution, and issue resolution ) working closely with commercial, project management, and procurement teams. The core requirement is strong contract negotiation ability; prior EPC or construction-specific exposure is an advantage but not required. Experience & Background Years of practice: At least 5-8 years of relevant post-qualification legal experience, ideally split between law firm practice and in-house counsel roles. Contract negotiation: Strong, demonstrated track record leading or closely supporting negotiations of large-value, complex commercial contracts, drafting, redlining, and closing deals directly with counterparties. Counterparty exposure: Comfortable negotiating with contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, JV partners, or consortium members on high-stakes commercial terms. Drafting versatility: Able to work from and adapt standard-form contracts as well as fully bespoke agreements. EPC contracts: Experience drafting, reviewing, or negotiating EPC contracts for large infrastructure, energy, oil & gas, or industrial projects. Standard forms: Working knowledge of the FIDIC suite (Silver/Yellow/Red Book) or equivalent standard EPC forms. Claims & risk instruments: Experience handling variations, extensions of time (EOT), delay/disruption claims, liquidated damages, and performance security instruments (bonds, guarantees, LCs). Dispute resolution: Exposure to arbitration, adjudication, or DAB/DAAB proceedings related to construction disputes. Qualifications Education & admission: Law degree (LLB/JD) from an accredited institution; qualified/admitted to practice (bar or equivalent) in a recognized jurisdiction. Further qualification: A master's degree (LLM) in construction law, international commercial law, or a related field is a plus. Key Skills & Competencies Language: Fluent English (written and spoken) required; Arabic proficiency is a plus. Drafting: Strong drafting and redlining skills; comfortable producing negotiation-ready markups. Stakeholder management: Able to liaise directly with contractors, external counsel, and cross-functional teams (commercial, finance, technical) in a fast-moving project environment. Autonomy & workload: Comfortable managing multiple live negotiations and tight deal timelines independently.
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
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.
<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>
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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>
<p>1. Give accurate and timely counsel to executives in a variety of legal topics (labor law, partnerships, international ventures, corporate finance etc.). 2. Collaborate with management to devise efficient defense strategies. 3. Specify internal governance policies and regularly monitor compliance. 4. Research and evaluate different risk factors regarding business decisions and operations. 5. Apply effective risk management techniques and offer proactive advise on possible legal issues. 6. Communicate and negotiate with external parties (regulators, external counsel, public authority etc.), creating relations of trust. 7. Draft and solidify agreements, contracts and other legal documents to ensure the company's full legal rights. 8. Deal with complex matters with multiple stakeholders and forces. 9. Provide clarification on legal language or specifications to everyone in the organization. 10. Conduct your work with integrity and responsibility. 11. Maintain current knowledge of alterations in legislation.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Bachelor's degree. 5 to 10 years relevant experience. Knowledge and experience of local law and other countries laws. Good MS-Office skills.</p>
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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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<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>
<br><br><u><b>Job Responsibilities 1</b></u>
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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>
<br><br><b>Additional Responsibilities 3</b>
<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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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.
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
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
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.
<p>The position requires a qualified lawyer (holding an Admission Certificate - preferably) with strong expertise in corporate and companies law, particularly in M&A, JV, lease agreements, and general contract review which excluding the vessel related matters. Good experience in drafting, reviewing and amending contracts for M&A, JV and leasing. The role covers corporate governance and company secretarial functions, including preparing and amending constitutional documents, drafting board/shareholder resolutions, and managing statutory filings across group entities. Experience with banking and finance transactions, loan and fund documentation and investment agreements is preferred. The candidate should have a solid understanding of Companies Law and its application to in-house legal operations, providing practical, business focused legal.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Experience: 5+ years Age: 33-42 years old</p>
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<p><span>The Legal Counsel is responsible for providing practical, commercially focused legal advice and support to United Developers and its affiliated entities. The role will assist in managing the company’s legal affairs, reviewing and drafting contracts, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, mitigating legal risks, and supporting business operations across real estate development, property management, retail, leasing, hospitality, entertainment, procurement, and corporate functions.</span></p><br>
<p><span>The Legal Counsel will work closely with internal departments, external legal advisers, government authorities, tenants, contractors, consultants, suppliers, and other stakeholders to protect the company’s legal and commercial interests.</span></p><br> <p><span>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES:</span></p><br>
<p><span>Legal Advisory and Risk Management</span></p><br>
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<li><span>Provide timely and practical legal advice to management and departments on corporate, commercial, real estate, leasing, employment, procurement, construction, and operational matters.</span></li>
<li><span>Identify potential legal risks associated with business activities and recommend appropriate mitigation measures.</span></li>
<li><span>Interpret applicable laws, regulations, contractual obligations, and internal policies.</span></li>
<li><span>Advise management on the legal implications of proposed business decisions, projects, transactions, and operational initiatives.</span></li>
<li><span>Monitor changes in applicable laws and regulations and communicate relevant updates to stakeholders.</span></li>
<li><span>Advise on emerging legal and contractual requirements, including ESG and sustainability matters, where relevant to the Group.</span></li>
<li><span>Operate within the Group’s Delegation of Authority, escalating to the Chief Executive Officer any matter that exceeds defined value, risk, or reputational thresholds.</span></li>
</ul> <p><span>Contract Drafting and Review</span></p><br>
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<li><span>Draft, review, negotiate, and amend a wide range of commercial agreements, including:</span>
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<li><span>Lease and tenancy agreements</span></li>
<li><span>Concession and retail agreements</span></li>
<li><span>Service and maintenance agreements</span></li>
<li><span>Supply and procurement contracts</span></li>
<li><span>Consultancy agreements</span></li>
<li><span>Construction and fit-out agreements</span></li>
<li><span>Non-disclosure agreements</span></li>
<li><span>Memoranda of understanding</span></li>
<li><span>Sponsorship and marketing agreements</span></li>
<li><span>Event and entertainment agreements</span></li>
<li><span>Technology and software agreements</span></li>
<li><span>Employment-related documents</span></li>
<li><span>Hotel management, franchise, and brand-licensing agreements</span></li>
<li><span>Insurance policies, renewals, and claims documentation</span></li>
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<li><span>Ensure that contracts adequately protect the company’s commercial and legal interests.</span></li>
<li><span>Maintain standard legal templates and recommend updates based on business requirements and legal developments.</span></li>
<li><span>Lead or support departments in contract negotiations and advise on contractual obligations, liabilities, indemnities, warranties, termination rights, and dispute-resolution provisions.</span></li>
</ul> <p><span>Corporate and Governance Support</span></p><br>
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<li><span>Advise on material corporate, shareholder and structural matters affecting the Group and its entities.</span></li>
<li><span>Manage corporate governance matters, including the preparation and review of board resolutions, shareholder resolutions, powers of attorney, minutes, and related corporate documents.</span></li>
<li><span>Maintain corporate records, licenses, registrations, constitutional documents, and authorized signatory records.</span></li>
<li><span>Manage the legal aspects of the incorporation, restructuring, amendment, or closure of group entities, branches, and subsidiaries.</span></li>
<li><span>Coordinate with relevant authorities and external service providers regarding corporate filings and regulatory requirements.</span></li>
<li><span>Ensure compliance with internal approval authorities and corporate governance procedures.</span></li>
<li><span>Manage the registration, renewal, protection, and enforcement of the Group’s trademarks, trade names, domain names, and other intellectual property.</span></li>
</ul> <p><span>Real Estate and Leasing</span></p><br>
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<li><span>Provide legal support on real estate development, property management, mall operations, leasing, licensing, and tenant-related matters.</span></li>
<li><span>Review and negotiate lease agreements, renewals, amendments, settlement agreements, surrender agreements, and related documentation.</span></li>
<li><span>Advise the Leasing, Mall Management, Finance, Operations, and Facilities Management teams on tenant defaults, outstanding payments, breaches, handover requirements, fit-out matters, and termination procedures.</span></li>
<li><span>Manage land, property, title, ownership, registration, and development-related documentation where applicable.</span></li>
<li><span>Lead the resolution of landlord-tenant disputes and other property-related matters.</span></li>
</ul> <p><span>Disputes and Litigation Management</span></p><br>
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<li><span>Manage and monitor legal disputes, claims, arbitration proceedings, court cases, and settlement discussions.</span></li>
<li><span>Select, instruct, and manage external lawyers, including scope of work, fee arrangements, and performance, and provide them with the documentation, instructions, and factual background required.</span></li>
<li><span>Review legal notices, demand letters, settlement proposals, pleadings, and correspondence.</span></li>
<li><span>Maintain an updated register of legal cases, claims, deadlines, hearings, and potential liabilities.</span></li>
<li><span>Advise management on the merits, risks, costs, and recommended strategy for disputes.</span></li>
<li><span>Manage public-liability, personal-injury, and property-damage claims arising from mall, hotel, and entertainment operations, working with Insurance and Risk to preserve coverage and protect evidence.</span></li>
<li><span>Drive the recovery of outstanding amounts and enforcement of contractual rights.</span></li>
</ul> <p><span>Regulatory Compliance</span></p><br>
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<li><span>Advise on and monitor compliance with applicable Qatari laws, regulations, licenses, permits, and regulatory requirements.</span></li>
<li><span>Develop and review company policies, procedures, codes of conduct, and compliance frameworks.</span></li>
<li><span>Provide guidance on anti-bribery, anti-fraud, conflict-of-interest, data protection, confidentiality, competition, and ethical business requirements.</span></li>
<li><span>Manage the Group’s response to regulatory inspections, investigations, enquiries, and document requests.</span></li>
<li><span>Coordinate with government authorities and regulatory bodies as required.</span></li>
<li><span>Advise on personal data protection obligations, including Law No. 13 of 2016 on Personal Data Privacy Protection, in respect of guest, tenant, customer, and employee data.</span></li>
<li><span>Support Human Resources on Qatar Labour Law compliance, including employment contracts, end-of-service entitlements, disciplinary and grievance procedures, and Wage Protection System requirements.</span></li>
</ul> <p><span>Digital, Data Protection</span></p><br>
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<li><span>Provide legal support for digital initiatives and customer-facing platforms, including the preparation and review of application terms and conditions, privacy notices, consents, disclaimers and personal data requirements.</span></li>
</ul> <p><span>Legal Administration</span></p><br>
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<li><span>Maintain an organized contract-management and legal-document filing system.</span></li>
<li><span>Track contract expiry dates, renewal dates, notice periods, legal obligations, and litigation deadlines.</span></li>
<li><span>Maintain confidentiality and ensure the secure handling of sensitive legal and corporate information.</span></li>
<li><span>Prepare legal reports, case summaries, contract status reports, risk assessments, and management updates.</span></li>
<li><span>Prepare and monitor the Legal Department’s budget and external legal expenditure.</span></li>
</ul> <p><span>Qualifications:</span></p><br>
<ul>
<li><span>Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized university.</span></li>
<li><span>Admission to practice law in a recognized jurisdiction is required.</span></li>
<li><span>A postgraduate qualification or master’s degree in commercial, corporate, construction, or real estate law would be an advantage.</span></li>
<li><span>Minimum of seven years of relevant post-qualification legal experience.</span></li>
<li><span>Experience gained within a recognized law firm, property developer, real estate organization, retail mall, hospitality company, or diversified corporate group is preferred.</span></li>
<li><span>Previous legal experience in Qatar or the GCC is highly desirable.</span></li>
<li><span>Sound knowledge of commercial contracts, corporate law, real estate, leasing, employment law, and dispute management.</span></li>
<li><span>Familiarity with Qatari laws, regulations, courts, government authorities, and business practices is an advantage.</span></li>
<li><span>Fluency in written and spoken English is essential. Professional working proficiency in Arabic, including the ability to review Arabic-language contracts, notices, and official correspondence, is strongly preferred.</span></li>
</ul> <p><span>Skills and Competencies:</span></p><br>
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<li><span>Sound commercial judgement, with the ability to give clear, actionable advice at pace and to say what the recommended course of action is, not only what the risks are.</span></li>
<li><span>Ability to weigh legal risk against commercial objectives and explain that trade-off to non-legal stakeholders at Board and Executive level.</span></li>
<li><span>Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills, with demonstrable experience negotiating directly with counterparties.</span></li>
<li><span>Personal integrity and independence of mind, with the confidence to challenge proposals put forward by senior management.</span></li>
<li><span>Ability to lead a small team and to prioritise a high volume of matters across multiple business lines and legal entities.</span></li>
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Job Purpose The Group Legal Director is responsible for leading all legal, regulatory, governance, compliance, and corporate risk matters across the organisation's global energy, oil & gas, mining, infrastructure, and concession operations. The role serves as a strategic adviser to the CEO and Board on high-value commercial transactions, concession agreements, PSCs, M&A, disputes, and regulatory matters across international jurisdictions.<br>Key Responsibilities Corporate Legal Leadership Develop and implement the Group legal strategy. Advise the Board, CEO, and Executive Management on all legal and governance matters. Lead legal risk management across all business units and geographies. Concessions, Energy & Oil & Gas Agreements Lead negotiations of:Concession Agreements Production Sharing Contracts (PSC) Joint Operating Agreements (JOA) Joint Venture Agreements (JV) EPC Contracts Offtake Agreements Energy Infrastructure Development Agreements Ensure contractual and regulatory compliance across all jurisdictions. Corporate Governance Serve as legal adviser to the Board and Board Committees. Establish governance frameworks aligned with international best practices. Manage company secretarial and corporate governance activities. Commercial & Strategic Transactions Lead legal support for mergers, acquisitions, divestments, asset purchases, and strategic investments. Manage project development agreements and complex cross-border commercial transactions. Regulatory & Compliance Management Ensure compliance with local and international laws, sanctions regulations, anti-corruption legislation, competition laws, and industry regulations. Develop and oversee ethics and compliance programmes. Disputes & Arbitration Lead litigation, international arbitration, mediation, and dispute resolution activities. Manage external counsel and legal budgets. Protect company interests in high-value claims and contractual disputes. Government & Stakeholder Relations Manage relationships with ministries, regulators, concession authorities, state-owned entities, and international partners. Support negotiations involving governments and sovereign entities. Leadership & Talent Management Lead international legal teams across multiple jurisdictions. Establish succession planning and talent development initiatives.<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 roles. Proven experience within Oil & Gas, Energy, Mining, Infrastructure, or Concession businesses. Significant experience negotiating:PSCsConcession Agreements Joint Ventures EPC Contracts Project Development Agreements International Commercial Contracts Strong Middle East experience is mandatory. Experience managing legal matters across multiple international jurisdictions. Extensive exposure to Board-level advisory and executive decision-making.<br>Preferred Experience International Arbitration (ICC, LCIA, ICSID) Mergers & Acquisitions Cross-Border Investments Energy Projects Mining Projects Government Contracting Sovereign and State-Owned Entity Negotiations