Senior Legal Counsel

Positive Zero; Dubai; On-site; AED 400,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Positive Zero, a leading energy transition partner in the GCC, is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join their team in Dubai. The role involves providing pragmatic legal support for commercial, project, and corporate matters within the energy and infrastructure sectors.

The position requires 7-10 years post-qualification experience, a Commonwealth qualification, and proven UAE practice, with training or experience at a leading international law firm.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years post-qualification experience.
• Commonwealth-qualified lawyer (UK, Australia, New Zealand, Canada).
• Proven UAE legal experience.
• Training or experience with a leading international law firm.
• Sector knowledge in energy, infrastructure, industrial or construction.

Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements (EPC, O&M, supply, services, NDAs, partnerships).
• Supporting project development, transactions, and financing documentation.
• Advising on corporate structuring and governance matters.
• Managing external counsel and providing day-to-day legal guidance to internal stakeholders.
• Identifying and mitigating legal and regulatory risks.

Job description

Senior Legal Counsel

Organising Institution / Firm

Rolling Basis (Official)

Not Specified

7-10 years post-qualification experience; Commonwealth-qualified lawyer (UK, Australia, New Zealand, Canada); Proven UAE legal experience; Training/experience with a leading international law firm.

Law Firm Job

Contextual Overview

Positive Zero, a leading energy transition partner in the GCC, is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join their team in Dubai. The role involves providing pragmatic legal support for commercial, project, and corporate matters within the energy and infrastructure sectors.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Experience: 7-10 years of post-qualification experience.
• Qualification: Commonwealth-qualified lawyer (UK, Australia, New Zealand, Canada).
• Regional Expertise: Proven legal experience within the UAE is essential.
• Background: Training or experience at a leading international law firm.
• Sector Knowledge: Experience in energy, infrastructure, industrial, or construction sectors is highly advantageous.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements (EPC, O&M, supply, services, NDAs, partnerships).
• Supporting project development, transactions, and financing documentation.
• Advising on corporate structuring and governance matters.
• Managing external counsel and providing day-to-day legal guidance to internal stakeholders.
• Identifying and mitigating legal and regulatory risks.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

Not specified.