legal director

Zeidenberg Law

Legal Directorالهدف من الوظيفة:قيادة وتطوير الوظيفة القانونية داخل المؤسسة لضمان حماية الشركة قانونيًا، والامتثال لجميع القوانين واللوائح في دولة قطر، وتقليل المخاطر القانونية، ودعم القرارات الاستراتيجية من منظور قانوني.المهام والمسؤوليات:<ul><li>وضع الاستراتيجية القانونية العامة للشركة والإشراف على تنفيذها.</li><li>تقديم الاستشارات القانونية للإدارة العليا ومجلس الإدارة.</li><li>مراجعة وصياغة جميع العقود والاتفاقيات (تجارية، توظيف، شراكات، توريد).</li><li>ضمان امتثال الشركة للقوانين واللوائح المحلية في قطر والقوانين الدولية ذات الصلة.</li><li>إدارة النزاعات والقضايا القانونية بالتنسيق مع المحامين الخارجيين.</li><li>الإشراف على عمليات التقاضي والتحكيم وحل النزاعات.</li><li>تطوير سياسات الامتثال والحوكمة المؤسسية (Governance &amp; Compliance).</li><li>تقييم المخاطر القانونية ووضع استراتيجيات لتقليلها.</li><li>الإشراف على تسجيل الشركات، التراخيص، والتعامل مع الجهات الحكومية.</li><li>قيادة وتطوير الفريق القانوني داخل المؤسسة.</li><li>متابعة التحديثات القانونية والتشريعية وتطبيقها داخل الشركة.</li></ul>المؤهلات والمتطلبات:<ul><li>درجة البكالوريوس في القانون (LLB)؛ يفضل درجة ماجستير (LLM).</li><li>ترخيص مزاولة مهنة المحاماة (حسب متطلبات الدولة).</li><li>خبرة لا تقل عن 10&ndash;15 سنة في المجال القانوني، منها 5 سنوات في منصب قيادي.</li><li>خبرة في القوانين التجارية والعمالية في قطر أو دول الخليج.</li><li>خبرة في إدارة النزاعات والتحكيم التجاري.</li><li>معرفة قوية بالحوكمة والامتثال المؤسسي.</li><li>إجادة اللغة الإنجليزية (العربية ميزة قوية ومطلوبة غالبًا).</li></ul>المهارات المطلوبة:<ul><li>التحليل القانوني العميق</li><li>التفكير الاستراتيجي</li><li>التفاوض وحل النزاعات</li><li>إدارة المخاطر</li><li>القيادة وبناء الفرق</li><li>الدقة والانتباه للتفاصيل</li></ul>مؤشرات الأداء الرئيسية (KPIs):<ul><li>عدد القضايا القانونية الناجحة أو التي تم تجنبها</li><li>مستوى الامتثال القانوني داخل الشركة</li><li>تقليل المخاطر القانونية والخسائر</li><li>سرعة ودقة مراجعة العقود</li><li>كفاءة إدارة النزاعات</li></ul>ظروف العمل:<ul><li>دوام كامل</li><li>بيئة عمل تنفيذية عالية المسؤولية</li><li>التعامل مع قضايا حساسة وسرية</li><li>التنسيق مع جهات حكومية وقضائية داخل قطر وخارجها</li></ul>الراتب المدفوع: QAR٦٢٬٠٠٠٫٠٠&nbsp;لكل شهرموقع العمل: بشكل شخصي

Legal Director

PRO-Global Search GmbH

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 An international holding group is seeking an experienced
 
 Legal Director
 
 to support a portfolio of large-scale
 
 EPC, industrial, and infrastructure projects
 
 across the
 
 CIS region
 
 . Based in
 
 Doha
 
 , this role will act as the senior legal lead for project delivery activities, providing hands-on support to major ongoing and upcoming capital projects across multiple jurisdictions.
 
 
 Reporting directly to the CFO, the Legal Director will work closely with Project Directors, Commercial Management, Procurement, Finance, and Executive Leadership to ensure strong legal governance and successful project execution.
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 Lead the legal function for major EPC projects from tender stage through execution, completion, and close-out
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 Partner closely with Project Directors and project management teams to support delivery milestones, timelines, and commercial objectives
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 Provide day-to-day legal guidance to project leadership on contractual rights, obligations, risk allocation, and dispute prevention
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 Supervise drafting, review, negotiation, and administration of EPC contracts, subcontract agreements, supply contracts, purchase orders, and change orders
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 Support claims management, extension of time matters, variations, liquidated damages, and contractor performance issues
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 Build effective working relationships with engineering, procurement, construction, HSE, finance, and commercial teams on each project
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 Coordinate external counsel on disputes, arbitration, employment, regulatory, or local law matters when required
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 Develop practical contract management processes and governance controls across project teams
 
 
 
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 Candidate Profile
 
 
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 12+ years of relevant legal experience, with mandatory EPC project exposure
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 Strong track record supporting major construction, energy, o&amp;g, industrial, or infrastructure projects
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 Experience leading legal teams, contract managers, or site-based legal resources
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 Good understanding of English law and international contracting standards
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 Experience across CIS markets or similar cross-border project environments
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 Fluent Russian and English required
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 Willingness to be based in Doha with periodic travel to project locations
 
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Legal Director, International Holding, EPC Projects

Advokatipz Legal Doha

Chief Legal Officer (CLO)Advokatipz Legal Doha Diplomatic Area, West Bay, Doha, Qatar Salary: QAR 55,000 per monthAdvokatipz Legal Doha is seeking a highly accomplished and strategic Chief Legal Officer to lead our legal operations and provide expert guidance across all areas of the organization. This is a senior leadership role suited for a forward-thinking legal professional who thrives in a dynamic, high-level environment.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Oversee all legal matters, ensuring compliance with local and international laws and regulations</li><li>Provide strategic legal advice to executive leadership and stakeholders</li><li>Lead contract negotiations, risk management, and corporate governance initiatives</li><li>Manage and mentor the legal team, fostering a culture of excellence and integrity</li><li>Represent the company in legal proceedings and maintain relationships with external counsel</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree; licensed to practice law</li><li>Minimum of 10+ years of legal experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role</li><li>Strong expertise in corporate law, regulatory compliance, and risk management</li><li>Exceptional analytical, negotiation, and communication skills</li><li>Proven ability to lead teams and influence executive decision-making</li></ul>Why Join Us?<ul><li>Competitive executive-level compensation</li><li>Opportunity to shape legal strategy at a high-impact level</li><li>Collaborative and prestigious working environment</li></ul>الراتب المدفوع: QAR٥٥٬٠٠٠٫٠٠&nbsp;لكل شهرموقع العمل: بشكل شخصي

Chief Legal Officer

Confidential

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 The Chief Legal Officer (CLO) will serve as the principal legal advisor to the Board, CEO, and senior leadership of the company. The role ensures legal compliance across all business activities, manages risks, and provides strategic guidance on corporate governance, investments, hospitality operations, real estate, and cross-border transactions. The CLO will also oversee legal aspects of hotel management contracts, acquisitions, joint ventures, and international expansion.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 1. Legal Strategy &amp; Advisory
 
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Develop and implement the company&rsquo;s legal strategy in alignment with business objectives.
 
 
 &bull; Advise the Board and Executive Management on legal implications of strategic decisions, mergers, acquisitions, and divestments.
 
 
 &bull; Provide expert counsel on hospitality, tourism, real estate, and investment laws across multiple
 
 
 jurisdictions.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 2. Corporate Governance &amp; Compliance
 
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Ensure compliance with local, regional, and international laws, including labor law, real estate,
 
 
 corporate, hospitality, and investment regulations.
 
 
 &bull; Oversee corporate governance framework and ensure best practices in board and shareholder
 
 
 relations.
 
 
 &bull; Draft, review, and approve board resolutions, shareholder agreements, and other governance
 
 
 documents.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 3. Contracts &amp; Transactions
 
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Lead negotiations and drafting of hotel management agreements, franchise contracts, and operator agreements with global hotel brands.
 
 
 &bull; Oversee legal due diligence, contract structuring, and documentation for acquisitions, joint ventures, and real estate transactions.
 
 
 &bull; Mitigate risks in large-scale construction, leasing, and hospitality projects.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 4. Risk Management &amp; Dispute Resolution
 
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Identify potential legal and regulatory risks and implement preventive measures.
 
 
 &bull; Oversee litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution with external counsel as needed.
 
 
 &bull; Manage claims related to hospitality operations, labor disputes, and property issues.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 5. Leadership &amp; Team Management
 
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Lead and develop the legal and compliance team.
 
 
 &bull; Manage external legal advisors and ensure cost-effective legal support.
 
 
 &bull; Provide legal training to management and staff on compliance, contracts, and regulatory issues.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Skills &amp; Competencies
 
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Strong knowledge of hospitality, tourism, and real estate law (regional and international).
 
 
 &bull; Expertise in Hotel agreements, M&amp;A, joint ventures, franchising, and cross-border investments.
 
 
 &bull; Excellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skills.
 
 
 &bull; Strong leadership and ability to influence at board and executive level.
 
 
 &bull; Commercial mindset with the ability to balance legal risk with business opportunity.
 
 
 &bull; Integrity, discretion, and sound judgment.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications &amp; Experience
 
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLB) required; Master&rsquo;s degree or LLM preferred.
 
 
 &bull; Licensed to practice law in relevant jurisdiction(s).
 
 
 &bull; Minimum 15 years&rsquo; legal experience, with at least 7 years in a senior legal leadership role within
 
 
 hospitality, tourism, real estate, or investment sectors.
 
 
 &bull; Proven experience managing international transactions, hotel operator agreements, and large-scale real estate deals.
 
 
 &bull; Prior GCC or international hospitality/tourism sector experience preferred.
 
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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

Aoun-Ye Org

Job Title: Executive Director (NGO)Company: Aoun-Ye Org Location: Diplomatic Area, Doha, Qatar Salary: QAR 40,000 per monthJob OverviewAoun-Ye Org is seeking a passionate and strategic Executive Director (NGO) to lead the organization&rsquo;s mission, programs, and overall operations. This role is ideal for an experienced leader with a strong background in nonprofit management, stakeholder engagement, and program development.The Executive Director will be responsible for driving organizational impact, managing operations, building partnerships, and ensuring sustainable growth aligned with the NGO&rsquo;s mission and values.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide strategic leadership and direction to achieve the organization&rsquo;s mission and goals.</li><li>Oversee day-to-day operations, programs, and administrative functions.</li><li>Develop and implement strategic plans, policies, and initiatives.</li><li>Build and maintain relationships with donors, partners, and stakeholders.</li><li>Lead fundraising efforts, grant management, and resource mobilization.</li><li>Ensure financial sustainability, budgeting, and effective resource allocation.</li><li>Monitor program performance, impact, and reporting.</li><li>Represent the organization in public forums, events, and partnerships.</li><li>Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and governance requirements.</li><li>Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Social Sciences, or related field (Master&rsquo;s degree preferred).</li><li>Proven experience in nonprofit leadership, program management, or executive roles.</li><li>Strong understanding of NGO operations, fundraising, and stakeholder engagement.</li><li>Excellent leadership, strategic thinking, and decision-making skills.</li><li>Strong financial management and organizational development experience.</li><li>Exceptional communication, networking, and partnership-building abilities.</li><li>Passion for social impact and community development.</li></ul>What We Offer<ul><li>Competitive salary of QAR 40,000 per month</li><li>Leadership role with meaningful social impact</li><li>Opportunity to shape and grow a mission-driven organization</li><li>Collaborative and purpose-driven work environment</li><li>Professional development and growth opportunities</li></ul>Aoun-Ye Org is an equal opportunity employer.نوع الوظيفة: دوام كاملالراتب المدفوع: QAR٤٠٬٠٠٠٫٠٠&nbsp;لكل شهرموقع العمل: بشكل شخصي

Executive Director (NGO)

LPE Investment Partners Qatar W.L.L.

Job OverviewDirector of Divestitures and Portfolio OptimizationThe Director of Divestitures and Portfolio Optimization leads the identification, evaluation, and execution of portfolio optimization opportunities, including divestitures, carve-outs, and strategic exits. The role is responsible for maximizing enterprise value, improving portfolio quality, and supporting leadership decisions through rigorous financial and strategic analysis.Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop and execute the divestiture and portfolio optimization strategy across business units and asset classes.</li><li>Identify assets, businesses, or product lines that are candidates for divestment, rationalization, or restructuring.</li><li>Lead financial, commercial, and strategic analysis, including valuation, business case development, and scenario modeling.</li><li>Prepare investment memoranda, board materials, executive presentations, and decision papers for senior leadership.</li><li>Manage end-to-end transaction execution, including due diligence, partner selection, approvals, negotiation support, and close planning.</li><li>Partner with finance, legal, tax, operations, strategy, and business leaders to ensure alignment and execution readiness.</li><li>Track portfolio performance, monitor value creation, and recommend actions to improve returns, reduce complexity, and strengthen strategic fit.</li><li>Oversee governance, milestones, risk management, and reporting for all divestiture and optimization initiatives.</li></ul>Required qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in finance, business, economics, engineering, or a related field; MBA or CFA is often preferred.</li><li>10+ years of experience in corporate strategy, M&amp;A, divestitures, portfolio management, investment banking, consulting, or related leadership roles.</li><li>Strong background in financial modeling, valuation, strategic analysis, and transaction execution.</li><li>Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead cross-functional initiatives in complex organizations.</li><li>Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.</li><li>Experience in large, matrixed, or multinational organizations is highly desirable.</li></ul>Preferred skills<ul><li>Experience with carve-outs, separations, joint ventures, or business transformations.</li><li>Knowledge of portfolio governance, capital allocation, and post-divestiture transition planning.</li><li>Strong analytical mindset with the ability to turn data into executive-level recommendations.</li><li>Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple strategic projects simultaneously.</li></ul>Pay: QAR115.00 - QAR225.00 per hourWork Location: In person

Director of Divestitures and Portfolio Optimization

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