Interim Project Development Lawyer - Re:link

Contract opportunity: Project Development Lawyer – Abu Dhabi

Re:link, Linklaters’ contract lawyer platform, is looking for a highly skilled project development lawyer to support a major Linklaters client in Abu Dhabi on a contract basis. In this interim opportunity you will have a central role in the delivery of high-profile infrastructure and energy projects. As a trusted adviser, you will

• Advise on, draft, and negotiate a diverse range of project contracts, including engineering, procurement, construction, operations and maintenance, and joint venture agreements,
• Guide clients through complex project finance processes, including conducting due diligence and collaborating closely with lenders,
• Navigate regulatory compliance matters and manage all permits and authorisations required to progress projects,
• Proactively identify and manage legal risks at every stage of the project lifecycle,
• Work seamlessly alongside internal technical, commercial, and legal teams, as well as with external counsel and stakeholders

We welcome applications from lawyers who have:

• A minimum of six years’ post-qualification experience in project development or infrastructure
• A track record gained at a top-tier law firm or through equivalent in-house roles or secondments
• The legal right to work in the United Arab Emirates
• A current, valid practising certificate
• The ability to work on site in Abu Dhabi at least three days per week, with flexibility to work remotely for two days

Equal Opportunit ies

As a responsible business, it is important that we represent the diversity of our people, our clients and our communities. We know that diversity makes us a better law firm and helps us attract the best talent, drive innovation with diversity of thought, and deliver the best experience to everyone who comes into contact with us. We recruit on the basis of merit, irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity, race or ethnicity, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we oper

ate.Selection decisions, and the reasons for those decisions, are recorded at each stage of the selection process. Selection criteria and, where appropriate, technical skills tests are in place to measure an individual’s ability for the safe and effective performance of a job. Those involved in recruitment and selection decisions and processes are also provided with guidance on diversity issues. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the selection process, please talk to a member of the recruitment team so that any required adjustments can be made in advance. Specific experience requirements advertised on a role do not intend to preclude applications from candidates who may have more or less experience. Our intention is only to indicate a guideline as to the necessary skills for the role as described.