Senior Legal Manager Documentation

About Commercial Bank Of Qatar

Commercial Bank, founded in 1975 and headquartered in Doha, plays a vital role in Qatar’s economic development by offering a range of personal, business, government, international and investment services. We believe in empowering our employees, providing them with opportunities for growth and professional development.

By Joining us, you’ll be part of a workplace culture that fosters innovation, supports work-life balance, and encourages you to reach your full potential.

Join us in shaping the future of banking!

Job Summary

We are Looking for Senior Manager Legal dosumentation to support in managing the Legal function, providing legal advice to various departments within the bank, giving advice in order to mitigate and eliminate legal risk, advising on application of laws and regulations as well as internal policies, and working to promote CBQ’s overall interest.

Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities

General Legal Advisory

• Provide advice, support and assistance with negotiation and documentation on legal issues of international and domestic scope.
• Coordinate compliance with applicable local and international laws, regulations and standards of best practice in resolving legal concerns.
• Where foreign jurisdictions may be involved, engage with external counsel to provide legal opinions or advice in context.
  
  

Documentation

• Draft, review, and negotiate General Corporate finance / Real Estate Finance / Leverage Finance / Merger and acquisitions (M&A)
• Draft, review, and negotiate the legal Treasury and money market documentation i.e. (derivatives, structure product, structure deposit, capital market, structure finance, securitisation, trade, MTN et…)
• Draft, review, and negotiate the legal international banking and financial institution documentation i.e. (syndication, Club deal, bilateral facility, Risk participation etc…)
• Draft, review and negotiate the legal wealth management documentation i.e. (International investment, structure product, bonds, international shares, trading and brokerage etc…)
  
  

Contracts/ Agreements Filing & Maintenance

• Oversee the process of filing and maintaining all relevant documentation in both a hardcopy filing system and in an electronic database; strive to continuously update files on the database in order to mitigate risk.
• In coordination with the relevant business units, ensure performing effective contract maintenance through following up and tracking relevant international documentation and directing, where necessary, amendments and attachment of addendums to protect the interests of the Bank and minimize risks.
• Recommend changes and modifications to the existing structure or methodology of legal issues with the purpose of enhancing and simplifying them, to safeguard and advance the Bank interests.
  
  

Research

• Assist senior members of the Legal team with carrying out research of records and legal precedent, so that all required data and information is available in timely and easy to use manner.
• Follow up on changes in legislation and other developments in the legal and banking field to remain updated and communicate the same to more senior members within the function.
  
  

Corporate Governance

• Relationship management of external stakeholders and assisting as required.
  
  

Other Accountabilities

Document Management

• Ensure that all legal documents are stored in a logical and convenient manner, in accordance with Legal policy, so that information is easily retrieved.
  
  

Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement of systems, processes and practices considering ‘international leading practice’, improvement of business processes, cost reduction and productivity improvement.
  
  

Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures

• Follow and assist in developing all relevant policies, processes, documentation, standard operating procedures and instructions so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.
  
  

Statements and Reports

• Assist in the preparation of timely and accurate departmental statements and reports to meet bank requirements, policies and standards.
  
  

Quality, Health, Safety, & Environment

• Ensure all relevant quality, health, safety and environmental procedures, instructions and controls are adhered to so that the safety of employees, quality of products/services and environmental compliance can be guaranteed.
  
  

Related Assignments

• Perform other related duties or assignments as directed.
  
  

Required Qualifications

Qualifications, Experience and Key competencies:

• Legal degree in a recognised jurisdiction.
  
  

Required Experience

• Absolute minimum 6-7 years.
  
  

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail.
• Strong in review of contracts
• Qatar banking experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge in international and financial institution banking document
  
  

Why Commercial Bank?

• Best Performing Bank in Qatar in The Banker’s prestigious Top 1000 World Banks Rankings 2025.
• Best Digital Bank in the Middle East 2024 by World Finance and Best Mobile Banking App in the Middle East 2024 by Global Finance.
• An Innovation-Driven, Digital-First Environment where employees work with the latest tools and technologies to redefine banking
• Opportunities for Global Partnerships & International Exposure, connecting employees with global networks and perspectives.
• A focus on Employee Well-being & Work-Life Balance, ensuring a healthy and supportive environment for all team members
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits that ensure our employees are rewarded for their dedication and performance
• A strong Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, fostering a culture that values every individual’s unique perspective
  
  

At Commercial Bank, we don’t just offer careers, We shape futures by pioneering digital transformation in Qatar’s banking sector, blending digital-first approach to redefine banking through innovative solutions.

Disclaimer

We appreciate your interest in joining CBQ! Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted for further steps in the hiring process. This job posting is for informational purposes only, and CBQ reserves the right to modify, withdraw, or close it at any time without notice.