Position Summary: Seeking a highly skilled and experienced Legal Adviser to manage the legal affairs of the company group.
Position Requirements:
- Provide up-to-date and practical legal advice on matters relating to corporate structure, operations, and governance within Qatar. This includes expertise in commercial law and employment law.
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts and agreements, including commercial contracts, joint ventures, and supplier agreements.
- Develop and implement robust compliance programmes to ensure adherence to internal policies and legal requirements, staying updated on new legal developments impacting corporate operations in Qatar.
- Analyse potential legal risks and develop effective mitigation strategies to protect the company's interests.
- Advise on corporate governance best practices and ensure the company's adherence to them.
- Liaise with senior management, external counsel, and regulatory bodies to manage legal operations efficiently.
- Serve as the point of contact for regulatory bodies and other external organisations, ensuring smooth communication and compliance.
- Support group-level activities, including mergers, acquisitions, and corporate structuring
- Handle dispute resolution in coordination with internal departments and litigation partners.
Education: Minimum Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in law and a valid Qatari lawyer license or equivalent qualification.
Experience: 7+ years of legal experience within a corporate or group structure supporting multiple business units and senior leadership (QFC or QFZ regulations or other GCC jurisdictions experience is a plus).
Professional Qualities:
- English as a first language (Arabic proficiency is an advantage).
- Strong knowledge of Qatari business laws, including corporate and labour law.
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, and managerial skills.
- Ability to assimilate complex legal issues and provide practical advice to non-lawyers.
- Ability to work across departments and advise senior management with clarity and confidence.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Personal Attributes:
- Proactive and results-oriented.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Strong attention to detail.