Legal Counsel (Middle East Relocation)

Legal Counsel | Energy Multinational | The Middle East

Combining an award-winning work culture and unrivalled progression opportunities, this is a unique role for a talented Legal 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 serve as the corporate secretary for one or more entities, organising and managing board meetings, and advising as to board authority and corporate governance matters. You will advise as to shareholder issues and manage the interface between the entity, the parent, and other affiliates.

Additionally, you will work closely with internal their clients and support their substantial and complex contracting and purchasing functions by drafting, reviewing, and negotiating EPC and construction contracts, O&M agreements, BOO/BOOT contracts, service agreements, and other commercial contracts and related agreements.

You also will advise as to internal policies, review and resolve claims, and provide training to company personnel on legal and compliance matters.

Requirements

• 6+ PQE US qualified
• Trained at a high-ranking US law firm and worked within a large corporation
• Relevant commercial contracts and corporate experience
• Experience within the Energy industry 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