Lead Project Development & Construction Lawyer (Renewables)

Gowling WLG; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An international law firm based in Dubai seeks a skilled Project Development/Construction Lawyer with expertise in renewable energy and infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will lead on contract negotiations, provide strategic legal guidance, and work mostly unsupervised, managing junior associates. Benefits include a hybrid working approach, generous leave, and private medical insurance. Join us in making a significant impact across various projects in diverse sectors.

Benefits

Hybrid working approach

25 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

End of Service Benefit

Maternity, paternity and adoption leave schemes

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer at Senior/Principal Associate level with a focus on renewable energy.
• Experience in project development and construction advisory.
• Proven ability in drafting and negotiating credit support packages.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal guidance on project development and construction matters.
• Lead contract negotiations and reviews.
• Offer strategic insight into project financing.

Skills

Renewable energy expertise

EPC contracts negotiation

Power purchase agreements

Strategic legal insight

Project financing

Drafting skills

Risk assessment

Job description

An international law firm based in Dubai seeks a skilled Project Development/Construction Lawyer with expertise in renewable energy and infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will lead on contract negotiations, provide strategic legal guidance, and work mostly unsupervised, managing junior associates. Benefits include a hybrid working approach, generous leave, and private medical insurance. Join us in making a significant impact across various projects in diverse sectors.