Senior Legal Counsel — Energy & Utilities (Dubai)

Hitachi; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Dubai is seeking a motivated Legal Counsel to provide full-spectrum legal support across various business units. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in contract law and commercial negotiations, supporting compliance and governance. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in law and strong communication skills. This role focuses on ensuring adherence to internal and external regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of post-qualification experience.
• 5+ years as in-house legal counsel or in legal practice.
• Proficient in both spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Providing full-spectrum legal support across business units.
• Drafting and reviewing legal documents and contracts.
• Advising on various legal matters including compliance and litigation.

Skills

Contract law

Commercial negotiations

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in law

Bar admission preferred

Job description

A leading engineering company in Dubai is seeking a motivated Legal Counsel to provide full-spectrum legal support across various business units. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in contract law and commercial negotiations, supporting compliance and governance. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in law and strong communication skills. This role focuses on ensuring adherence to internal and external regulations.