Compliance Counsel (Middle East Relocation)

Compliance Counsel | Energy Multinational | The Middle East

Combining an award-winning work culture and unrivalled progression opportunities, this is a unique role for a talented Compliance Counsel to supercharge their career in the Middle East.

Well-regarded as one of the largest, highest-performing Energy companies in the world, the business is seeking someone ambitious and driven to join their industry-leading legal team.

Why Work in the Middle East

In-House legal opportunities in the Middle East are very stimulating and also lucrative. Due to increasing international and cross-border work, as well as home-grown development, the scale and quality of the work that in-house lawyers can undertake continues to reach new heights.

The Middle East's transformation over the last decade is a testament to the region's commitment to progress and development. The Middle East is becoming a dynamic, forward-thinking region, embracing change and diversity. Women's empowerment, education, culture, tourism, economic diversification, and environmental sustainability have all played a significant role in shaping the culture of the region.

As the Middle East continues on its path of growth and modernisation, it offers an exciting and promising future for all its citizens, where everyone can work and thrive, enjoying a prosperous, welcoming and beautiful part of the world.

The Role

You will advise the Company on all aspects of antitrust/competition laws and regulations in various jurisdictions, including the United States, European Union, and Asia Pacific region. You will also provide training to Company business groups/organisations regarding antitrust/competition compliance. You will also collaborate closely with the Antitrust/Competition Team Leader and other corporate colleagues to offer strategic legal support for mergers/acquisitions, joint ventures, and other business initiatives.

You will coordinate with the Corporate Compliance Department, such as Investigations/Audit coordination and Subsidiary/Joint Venture coordination. You will manage external counsel and oversee the company's strategy for addressing antitrust/competition-related inquiries and legal proceedings.

It will also be your duty to update the Chief Compliance Officer on antitrust/competition compliance matters.

Requirements

• 6+ PQE in the US, Canada or Europe (Including UK)
• Trained at a Magic Circle, Silver Circle, Top 50 UK firm, or the US/EU/Canada equivalent
• Experience with multi-jurisdictional antitrust/competition regulations
• In-House experience from UK/US listed companies is preferred

What's on offer

• Join an industry-leading Energy team
• Unrivalled, market-leading salary and benefits package
• Full family relocation package
• Career development support