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associate general counsel legal operations

QAFCO (Qatar Fertiliser Company)

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 Job Summary:
 
 
 
 
 The role holder leads and oversees the legal operations function within the company. This position is responsible for managing all legal aspects of the business, including contract management, legal disputes, corporate advisory, and interactions with government authorities. The role will manage a team of in-house lawyers and regularly collaborate with the management team.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Accountabilities:
 
 
 
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 Lead and oversee the Legal Operations section, ensuring high-quality and timely legal support across business units.
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 Manage the full lifecycle of contract drafting, review, and negotiation, including procurement, commercial, and other business-related contracts.
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 Develop and maintain standard contract templates and contracting policies to improve efficiency and reduce legal risk.
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 Manage external counsels.
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 Manage all legal disputes, litigation, and arbitration matters involving the company.
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 Collaborate with external counsel where necessary and supervise legal strategies for ongoing disputes.
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 Advise internal stakeholders on a wide range of corporate legal matters including governance, business structure, regulatory obligations (excluding compliance), and strategic initiatives.
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 Ensure legal consistency and risk mitigation across all areas of the company&rsquo;s operations.
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 Serve as the primary legal contact for interactions with government authorities, regulators, and industry bodies.
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 Monitor and assess regulatory developments that may impact the business and advise management accordingly.
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 Lead, manage, and mentor a team of qualified lawyers.
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 Promote professional development and ensure a high-performance legal team.
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 Work closely with the senior management team to align legal strategy with business objectives.
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 Desired Candidate Profile:
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law (LLB or equivalent); LLM or JD is an advantage.
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 Minimum 10 years of post-qualification experience, with significant experience in corporate/commercial legal practice, preferably extensive knowledge of legal systems and business practices in the Middle East.
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 Proven experience in managing a legal team in a complex, multinational, or regional environment.
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 High proficiency in Arabic (spoken and written) is an additional advantage.
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 Deep understanding of Middle Eastern legal systems, commercial practices, and regulatory frameworks.
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 Strong experience in handling commercial contracts, dispute resolution, and corporate advisory.
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 The ideal candidate must have excellent negotiation and drafting skills, strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities,
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 High level of integrity, strategic thinking, and problem-solving capability and ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under pressure.
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Associate General Counsel - Legal Operations

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 Job Summary
 
 
 
 The role holder reports to and assists the Head of Legal Operations and is responsible to handle legal matters assigned by Associate General Counsel &ndash; Legal Operations in providing quality legal services to clients (QAFCO&rsquo;s management including QAFCO&rsquo;s affiliates) in an effective and professional manner as may be required for the purpose of smooth running of legal operations with specific job description as explained below.
 
 
 
 Key Accountabilities
 
 
 
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 Assist the company, particularly the Supply Chain Department and Commercial Division, in providing advice, drafting and negotiating, from legal perspective, the company&rsquo;s tender documents, contract terms and conditions, and other supporting documents related to the company&rsquo;s procurement activities (for services, purchase of goods, construction, project, IT, property lease, etc) to ensure that the company is protected in accordance with the company's interest, policies and procedures.
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 Provide mentoring to the members of the Legal Department, and training for relevant departments/divisions personnel or contractors/suppliers of the company&rsquo;s contract terms &amp; conditions.
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 Conduct legal research and issuing legal opinions.
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 Handle legal disputes (contractual, 3rd parties, employment, tax) including managing litigation.
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 Handle legal matters related to merger, acquisition, joint venture, dissolution of company and its affiliates.
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 Handle confidentiality, non-disclosure agreement, etc.
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 Handle matters related intellectual property right, trademark, copyright of QAFCO and affiliate.
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 Manage corporate documentation (Articles of Associations, shareholder agreements, key agreements, approvals, registrations etc)
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 Assist Legal Department in building legal digitalization and AI utilization
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 Assist the company on other legal matters as requested by the General Counsel.
 
 
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 Desired Candidate Profile
 
 
 
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 Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or relevant discipline.
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 Minimum of 8 years&rsquo; relevant experience in legal function preferably within the petrochemical, energy or construction industries.
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 Excellent communication skills.
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 Experienced in drafting and negotiating contract terms &amp; conditions related to procurement activities.
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Sr. Legal Counsel - Legal Operations

UCC Holding

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 Associate Legal Counsel
 
 
 
 
 Role Summary
 
 
 
 
 
 The Associate Legal Counsel will support the legal function of the Group by providing legal advice and assistance on contractual, commercial, and regulatory matters across the organization&rsquo;s operations. The role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, supporting project teams on legal issues related to EPC (Engineering, Procurement &amp; Construction) projects, managing legal risks, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations across multiple jurisdictions.
 
 
 The position requires strong expertise in
 
 construction and commercial contracts, claims management, dispute resolution, and regulatory compliance
 
 , with the ability to work closely with internal stakeholders and external legal advisors.
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 Contract Drafting &amp; Negotiation
 
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 Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of
 
 commercial agreements including EPC contracts, subcontracts, consultancy agreements, joint venture agreements, MOUs, NDAs, and supplier contracts
 
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 Provide legal support during
 
 tender preparation and contract negotiations
 
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 Identify contractual risks and provide recommendations to mitigate potential legal exposure.
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 Project Legal Support
 
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 Provide legal support throughout the
 
 project lifecycle, including bid stage, project execution, and close-out
 
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 Advise internal teams on
 
 contract interpretation, obligations, variations, and contractual claims
 
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 Review project documentation to ensure compliance with contractual and legal requirements.
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 Claims &amp; Dispute Resolution
 
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 Assist in the management of
 
 contractual disputes, claims, and variations
 
 arising from project activities.
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 Support preparation of documentation and legal strategies for
 
 litigation, arbitration, mediation, and other dispute resolution processes
 
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 Coordinate with external legal counsel on complex disputes and legal proceedings.
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 Compliance &amp; Regulatory Matters
 
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 Ensure the organization&rsquo;s operations comply with
 
 applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies
 
 across jurisdictions.
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 Assist in developing and implementing
 
 legal policies, compliance frameworks, and governance procedures
 
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 Monitor regulatory developments and advise on potential legal implications for the business.
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 Corporate &amp; Commercial Support
 
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 Provide legal assistance on
 
 corporate matters, commercial transactions, and partnership arrangements
 
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 Support legal aspects of
 
 joint ventures, strategic alliances, and commercial negotiations
 
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 Assist with
 
 due diligence processes related to investments, acquisitions, or restructuring initiatives
 
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 Legal Risk Management
 
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 Identify legal risks in contracts, transactions, and operations and propose mitigation strategies.
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 Maintain accurate legal documentation and contract management records.
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 Support initiatives to improve
 
 legal processes, contract management, and risk control frameworks
 
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 Key Requirements
 
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Law (LLB)
 
 from a recognized university.
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 8&ndash;12 years of post-qualification legal experience
 
 , preferably within
 
 construction, engineering, infrastructure, or EPC environments
 
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 Strong knowledge of
 
 contract law, construction law, and commercial law
 
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 Demonstrated experience in
 
 reviewing and negotiating EPC and commercial contracts
 
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 Experience supporting
 
 claims management and dispute resolution processes
 
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 Exposure to
 
 multi-jurisdictional legal environments
 
 is preferred.
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 Professional legal qualification or
 
 bar admission
 
 is an advantage.
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 Excellent
 
 English drafting and communication skills
 
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 Key Competencies
 
 
 
 
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 Contract Drafting &amp; Negotiation
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 EPC &amp; Construction Contracts
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 Legal Risk Assessment
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 Claims Management
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 Dispute Resolution
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 Regulatory Compliance
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 Analytical &amp; Problem-Solving Skills
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 Stakeholder Management
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 Commercial Awareness
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Associate Legal Counsel

ENERGYX

The Role
 Senior M&A Lawyer (US/NY-qualified) Role Overview • EnergyX seeks a Senior M&A Lawyer (US/NY-qualified) to support cross-border M&A transactions, capital raising, and corporate structuring. • The role involves working closely with top management, finance teams, and external counsel on international transactions aligned with U.S. legal standards. • Coordination with local counsel across jurisdictions, including Qatar, will be required. Key Responsibilities Mergers & Acquisitions: • Support end-to-end M&A transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and strategic investments. • Draft and negotiate key transaction documents (SEAs, SSAs, SPAs, Shareholders’ Agreements, investment documents, and term sheets). • Manage multi-jurisdictional legal due diligence and transaction structuring. Strategic & Corporate Advisory: • Advise on corporate governance and shareholder matters. • Support group structuring and international entity management. • Assist with strategic commercial agreements and capital markets preparation (if applicable).
 
Requirements
 Education Qualification: • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school. • Active membership in at least one U.S. state bar. Experience: • 12-15+ years of experience in M&A and corporate transactions. • Experience in cross-border transactions. Preferred Qualifications: • Admission to the New York State Bar. • Qatari nationals preferred. Key Skills: • Strong M&A drafting (U.S./New York law). • Commercial and strategic mindset. • Ability to manage multiple transactions in a fast-paced environment. • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
 
About the company
 EnergyX is a fully verticalized deep-tech company operating the industrys first integrated platform for building energy outcomes. At its core are three tightly integrated pillars: EnergyX Intelligence, the computational and geospatial AI layer that models and optimizes building performance from design through operation; EnergyX Foundry, the industrial deep-tech layer combining advanced materials, energy-generating building envelopes, and DFMA manufacturing at scale; and EnergyX Operations, the commercial layer supporting stakeholders through management platforms, facility services, and ongoing performance optimization. With growing channels across Asia, Europe, MENA, and North America, and a sovereign-backed industrial hub in Qatar, EnergyX is scaling a model that makes sustainability a measurable and monetizable advantage for both new builds and retrofits.

Senior M&A Lawyer (US/NY-qualified)

The Role
 Junior M&A Lawyer (US/NY-qualified) Role Overview • EnergyX seeks a Junior M&A Lawyer (US/NY-qualified) to support cross-border M&A transactions, capital raising, and corporate structuring. • The role involves working closely with top management, finance teams, and external counsel on international transactions aligned with U.S. legal standards. • Coordination with local counsel across jurisdictions, including Qatar, will be required. Key Responsibilities Mergers & Acquisitions: • Support end-to-end M&A transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and strategic investments. • Draft and negotiate key transaction documents (SEAs, SSAs, SPAs, Shareholders’ Agreements, investment documents, and term sheets). • Manage multi-jurisdictional legal due diligence and transaction structuring. Strategic & Corporate Advisory: • Advise on corporate governance and shareholder matters. • Support group structuring and international entity management. • Assist with strategic commercial agreements and capital markets preparation (if applicable).
 
Requirements
 Education Qualifications: • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school. • Active membership in at least one U.S. state bar. Experience: • 1+ year of experience in M&A and corporate transactions. • Experience in cross-border transactions. Preferred Qualifications: • Admission to the New York State Bar. • Qatari nationals preferred. Key Skills: • Strong M&A drafting (U.S./New York law). • Commercial and strategic mindset. • Ability to manage multiple transactions in a fast-paced environment. • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
 
About the company
 EnergyX is a fully verticalized deep-tech company operating the industrys first integrated platform for building energy outcomes. At its core are three tightly integrated pillars: EnergyX Intelligence, the computational and geospatial AI layer that models and optimizes building performance from design through operation; EnergyX Foundry, the industrial deep-tech layer combining advanced materials, energy-generating building envelopes, and DFMA manufacturing at scale; and EnergyX Operations, the commercial layer supporting stakeholders through management platforms, facility services, and ongoing performance optimization. With growing channels across Asia, Europe, MENA, and North America, and a sovereign-backed industrial hub in Qatar, EnergyX is scaling a model that makes sustainability a measurable and monetizable advantage for both new builds and retrofits.

Junior M&A Lawyer (US/NY-qualified)

The Role
 Experienced M&A Lawyer (US/NY-qualified) Role Overview • EnergyX seeks an Experienced M&A Lawyer (US/NY-qualified) to support cross-border M&A transactions, capital raising, and corporate structuring. • The role involves working closely with top management, finance teams, and external counsel on international transactions aligned with U.S. legal standards. • Coordination with local counsel across jurisdictions, including Qatar, will be required. Key Responsibilities Mergers & Acquisitions: • Support end-to-end M&A transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and strategic investments. • Draft and negotiate key transaction documents (SEAs, SSAs, SPAs, Shareholders’ Agreements, investment documents, and term sheets). • Manage multi-jurisdictional legal due diligence and transaction structuring. Strategic & Corporate Advisory: • Advise on corporate governance and shareholder matters. • Support group structuring and international entity management. • Assist with strategic commercial agreements and capital markets preparation (if applicable).
 
Requirements
 Education Qualifications: • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school. • Active membership in at least one U.S. state bar. Experience: • 4–7+ years of experience in M&A and corporate transactions. • Experience in cross-border transactions. Preferred Qualifications: • Admission to the New York State Bar. • Qatari nationals preferred. Key Skills: • Strong M&A drafting (U.S./New York law). • Commercial and strategic mindset. • Ability to manage multiple transactions in a fast-paced environment. • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
 
About the company
 EnergyX is a fully verticalized deep-tech company operating the industrys first integrated platform for building energy outcomes. At its core are three tightly integrated pillars: EnergyX Intelligence, the computational and geospatial AI layer that models and optimizes building performance from design through operation; EnergyX Foundry, the industrial deep-tech layer combining advanced materials, energy-generating building envelopes, and DFMA manufacturing at scale; and EnergyX Operations, the commercial layer supporting stakeholders through management platforms, facility services, and ongoing performance optimization. With growing channels across Asia, Europe, MENA, and North America, and a sovereign-backed industrial hub in Qatar, EnergyX is scaling a model that makes sustainability a measurable and monetizable advantage for both new builds and retrofits.

Experienced M&A Lawyer (US/NY-qualified)

TotalEnergies

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 Contexte et environnement
 
 
 
 
 The environment is highly international with the presence in the country of a number of oil majors, enhancing significantly the level of competition between these IOCs.
 
 
 Qatar is developing an impressive number of projects in the energy sector.
 
 
 
 
 Activit&eacute;s
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 General Legal Support:
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 Assist in drafting correspondence and legal documents;
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 Under the supervision of the Legal and Corporate Governance Manager, provide day to day legal support to various departments within the Affiliate, including HR, CSR, COM, Finance, Operated Asset and OBO;
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 Under the supervision of the Legal and Corporate Governance Manager, respond to ad hoc legal inquiries and requests for advice from internal stakeholders;
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 Under the supervision of the Legal and Corporate Governance Manager, ensure timely and correct commercial registration of the TotalEnergies&rsquo; entities currently performing activities in Qatar and, more generally, provide assistance in all corporate-related matters;
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 Support in creating training materials for Affiliate-wide legal compliance education.
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 Legal Research and Analysis:
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 Conduct legal research on issues relevant to the oil and gas industry, including changes in the legislation, industry regulations, etc.
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 Prepare summaries and memoranda on legal findings for the Legal and Corporate Governance Manager.
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 Contract Review and Management:
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 Assist in the drafting, reviewing and negotiation of various contracts, namely services agreements, non-disclosure agreements, real estate agreements, employment related agreements, etc;
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 Ensure that contracts are aligned with Affiliate&rsquo;s policies and legal requirements;
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 Maintain organized records of all contracts and related documents.
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 Regulatory Compliance:
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 Support in monitoring and ensuring compliance with local, national and international laws and regulations relevant for the oil and gas sector, namely by performing the legal watch and identifying new laws and regulations relevant for the activities of TotalEnergies in Qatar.
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 Corporate Governance
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 Ensure compliance with corporate governance requirements and best practices with respect to incorporated joint ventures where TotalEnergies holds a shareholding interest.
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 Document Management:
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 Assist in managing the legal department&rsquo;s document and record-keeping systems;
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 Organize and maintain confidential legal files and records.
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 Litigation Support:
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 Provide administrative support for litigation matters, including gathering and organizing documents;
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 Assist in coordinating with external counsel as needed.
 
 
 
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 Profil du candidat
 
 
 
 
 
 Education:
 
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law or equivalent from an accredited law school. Strong academic record and demonstrated interest in corporate law, contracts law and regulatory compliance.
 
 
 
 Professional experience:
 
 0-2 years PQE
 
 
 
 Behavioural competencies:
 
 good organizational skills; attention to detail; ability to adapt to new information, procedures and industry developments; strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently when required.
 
 
 
 Technical competencies:
 
 excellent research, writing, and analytical skills. Ability to convey and explain information, opinions and arguments fluently and coherently.
 
 
 
 
 Informations suppl&eacute;mentaires
 
 
 
 
 
 TotalEnergies valorise la diversit&eacute;, promeut le d&eacute;veloppement individuel et offre des opportunit&eacute;s d'emploi &eacute;gales &agrave; tous les candidats.
 
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JUNIOR LAWYER (Qatari National only)

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