Legal Counsel

AtkinsRéalis; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Legal Counsel for the Middle East to manage litigation and arbitration matters. The ideal candidate will have a legal degree, at least 4 years of experience in construction law, and strong organizational and communication skills. This role offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on engineering sustainable solutions.

Benefits

Full range of benefits

Reimbursement of professional dues

Hybrid working procedure

Qualifications

• Legal degree and member of a local bar association required.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in construction or engineering.
• Strong work ethic and ability to handle multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage material litigation and arbitration strategies.
• Provide proactive legal advice on complex matters.
• Regularly report on the status of legal matters.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Legal degree

Engineering or management degree

Job description

Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data, and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning, and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear, and Capital. News and information are available at www.atkinsrealis.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

If you are a business-minded, creative, collaborative professional who embraces challenges, is interested in complex issues, and seeks trusted-advisor relationships, this is an exciting opportunity to join AtkinsRéalis, a fully integrated professional services and project management company with offices around the world dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people.

We are seeking a Legal Counsel - Middle East with experience in construction and engineering services matters to oversee AtkinsRéalis operations in the Middle East.

In this role, you will report to the Senior Director and Head of Litigation UK & E, MEA, and APAC and will be responsible for:

Main responsibilities:

1. Ensure that material litigation and arbitration in the region have strategy roadmaps, are appropriately resourced internally (commercial and legal), have well-managed budgets and work plans to ensure greater likelihood of expected outcomes.
2. Consult on, and provide proactive advice regarding complex litigation, arbitration, or regulatory matters in the Middle East, and provide mitigation strategies.
3. Regular reporting and updating on the status of all matters in the region.
4. Partner with and efficiently manage outside counsel and other legal service providers.
5. Serve as a subject matter expert with respect to legal matters in the Middle East.

Candidate profile:

1. Legal degree and member of a local bar association required; engineering or management degree or related educational credentials are an asset.
2. Minimum of 4 years’ experience, whether in-house or in private practice, including experience with large complex construction projects.
3. Strong work ethic, superior organizational skills, and ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment under time constraints. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
4. Demonstrated commitment to diversity and equity in executing responsibilities.
5. Proven success as a respected advisor within a results-driven organization.
6. Ability to build trust with stakeholders and influence in a team setting.
7. Emulates the AtkinsRéalis Legal Team’s “Expected Behaviors”.
8. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
9. Confidence and humility in leadership.
10. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

We offer:

• A full range of benefits.
• Reimbursement of professional dues.
• An internal procedure to encourage hybrid working.

Your difference makes a difference. We care for our people and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where you can thrive and build a future.