Associate Manager - Legal Counsel

About KPMG Qatar

KPMG has had a presence in Qatar for nearly 50 years. We opened for business in Qatar in 1977 and are now one of the largest and most prestigious professional services firms in the country.

KPMG in Qatar employs over 350 professional staff and partners. We recruit the best and brightest from around the world and currently employ more than 40 nationalities. For our clients, this means we provide Audit, Tax and Advisory services locally, drawing on the latest thinking and best practice from around the world.

Business Unit Overview

KPMG Support functions (CSS) are functions that support and indirectly contribute to the main purpose. They include Human Resources, Learning and Development, Finance, IT, Client and Market and Risk Management. CSS provide direct assistance to other departments within KPMG to increase productivity and enhance customer experiences. While CSS teams might not directly interact with the company customers or stakeholders, they support the teams that do interact with these external constituents and help them to be more performant.

Role Overview

The Legal Counsel will provide legal support and advisory services to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. The role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, advising on regulatory matters, and supporting risk management initiatives. The position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple business units while maintaining confidentiality and professional integrity.

Primary Job Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

Contract Management:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, engagement letters, and vendor contracts.
• Ensure contractual terms align with firm policies and mitigate legal risks.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Advise on compliance with local laws, regulations, and professional standards.
• Monitor changes in legislation and assess their impact on the firm’s operations.

Risk Management:

• Support internal teams in identifying and managing legal risks.
• Assist in implementing risk mitigation strategies and internal controls.

Dispute Resolution:

• Provide guidance on dispute management and liaise with external counsel when necessary.
• Prepare documentation for regulatory or legal proceedings.

Policy & Governance:

• Contribute to the development and implementation of internal policies and procedures.
• Ensure adherence to global and local confidentiality requirements.
• Actively support governance frameworks by ensuring compliance with firm-wide risk management protocols, and ethical standards. Participate in internal committees or working groups to strengthen governance practices and provide legal input on strategic decisions impacting compliance and regulatory obligations.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Act as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders on legal and compliance matters.
• Maintain effective communication with regulatory authorities and external legal advisors.
• Provide necessary legal training to Engagement teams to ensure adherence to applicable laws and regulations.

Qualification and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB); Master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., Bar admission) preferred.
• Minimum 6–8 years of legal experience, ideally within a Big 4 or multinational professional services firm.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Bilingual proficiency (Arabic & English) is a must.