Senior Legal Counsel - Petroleum & Compliance (UAE)

ADNOC (Abu Dhabi National Oil Company); United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to manage corporate legal affairs, draft and negotiate contracts, and interface with external counsel. The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor Degree in Law, at least 8 years of legal experience in the petroleum sector, and be proficient in both Arabic and English. This position is essential for ensuring compliance with legal standards and governance.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of legal experience in the petroleum sector.
• Experience in drafting and negotiating contracts.
• Ability to provide preventive legal advice.

Responsibilities

• Manage corporate legal affairs.
• Interface with external counsel.
• Ensure compliance with legal standards and governance.

Skills

Proficiency in Arabic

Proficiency in English

Education

Bachelor Degree in Law

Job description

A leading energy company in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to manage corporate legal affairs, draft and negotiate contracts, and interface with external counsel. The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor Degree in Law, at least 8 years of legal experience in the petroleum sector, and be proficient in both Arabic and English. This position is essential for ensuring compliance with legal standards and governance.