Legal Director

CC7; Dubai; On-site; AED 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

CC7 Global Engineering Solutions in Dubai seeks an experienced Legal Director to oversee all corporate and EPC project legal matters. You will draft, negotiate, and manage risk across contracts, claims, and disputes while ensuring compliance with UAE and international standards.

The role requires leadership of the in-house team and collaboration with commercial and operations units. The ideal candidate has 15+ years in law, with 7–10 years in EPC/O&G, and a strong background in FIDIC contracts

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Law (LLB) with admission to practice in a recognized jurisdiction.
• 15+ years of legal experience, with 7–10 years in EPC/O&G.
• Strong knowledge of UAE legal framework and international arbitration.

Responsibilities

• Act as principal legal advisor to CEO, Board, and senior management.
• Lead EPC project legal management across tendering to close-out.
• Review and negotiate major contracts (EPC/EPCM, Subcontracts, JV/consortium agreements).
• Oversee claims, disputes, arbitration and risk management.
• Ensure compliance with UAE laws, international standards, and ESG-related requirements.

Skills

EPC/O&G

Contract Negotiation

Leadership

Arbitration

Education

LLB

LLM (preferred)

Job description

We are seeking for an experienced Legal Directorto join our growing team in Dubai, UAE.

The Legal Director is responsible for leading all legal and contractual matters across the organization, ensuring compliance with UAE laws and international standards. This role oversees both corporate legal governance and project-specific legal support for EPC contracts, mitigating risk while enabling business growth and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Corporate Legal Governance
  – Act as the principal legal advisor to the CEO, Board, and senior management.
  – Develop and implement the company’s legal strategy aligned with business objectives.
  – Ensure full compliance with UAE federal laws, international regulations, and industry standards.
  – Oversee corporate structuring, joint ventures, mergers & acquisitions, and shareholder agreements.
  – Manage corporate governance frameworks, policies, and procedures.
  – Handle regulatory matters, licensing, and interactions with authorities (e.g., ADNOC, free zones, ministries).
  – Supervise external legal counsel and manage legal budgets.
• EPC Project Legal Management
  – Lead legal support for EPC contracts across the lifecycle (tendering, execution, close-out).
  – Review, draft, and negotiate major contracts, including EPC / EPCM contracts, Subcontracts and vendor agreements, Consortium and joint venture agreements, Framework agreements.
  – Provide legal advice on contract risk allocation, liabilities, and dispute avoidance strategies.
  – Support commercial and project teams during bid preparation and contract negotiations.
  – Ensure compliance with FIDIC and other internationally recognized contract standards commonly used in Oil & Gas projects.
• Claims, Disputes & Arbitration
  – Develop claims management strategies and oversee dispute resolution processes.
  – Handle disputes involving delay claims, variation orders, cost overruns, and performance issues.
  – Represent the company in arbitration, litigation, and mediation proceedings.
  – Coordinate with external counsel on complex cases, particularly under UAE law and international arbitration forums (e.g., ICC, LCIA, DIAC, ADCCAC).
• Compliance & Risk Management
  – Establish and enforce compliance programs, including anti-corruption, anti-bribery, and ethics frameworks.
  – Monitor legal and regulatory changes impacting the oil & gas and EPC sectors in the UAE and GCC.
  – Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
  – Ensure compliance with international sanctions, export controls, and ESG-related legal requirements when applicable.
• Contract & Commercial Advisory
  – Provide proactive legal support to project managers and commercial teams.
  – Review variations, claims notices, and subcontractor disputes.
  – Advise on insurance, indemnities, and liability clauses.
  – Enhance contract management processes to minimize legal exposure.
• Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management
  – Lead and develop the in-house legal team.
  – Provide training to business units on contract awareness and legal risk.
  – Act as a key interface between legal, commercial, finance, and operations teams.
  – Build relationships with external stakeholders, including authorities, partners, and clients.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB); Master’s degree (LLM) preferred.
• Admission to practice law in a recognized jurisdiction.
• 15+ years of legal experience, with at least 7–10 years in EPC / Oil & Gas industry.
• Proven experience in handling large-scale EPC projects in the Middle East.
• Strong background in FIDIC contracts and international arbitration.
• Deep knowledge of UAE legal framework and GCC business practices.
• Strategic thinking and business acumen.
• Strong negotiation and drafting skills.
• Expertise in contract law and construction law.
• Risk management and problem-solving .
• Stakeholder management and leadership .
• High ethical standards and integrity .

Preferred Industry Exposure

• Onshore EPC contracts.
• Joint ventures and consortium operations.

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