Senior Legal Counsel - Projects & Energy | 12M Rolling Contract

Michael Page; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Abu Dhabi-based organization seeks a Senior Legal Counsel to support major projects and M&A initiatives in the energy sector. This role involves providing strategic legal advice, managing contracts, and ensuring compliance across various projects, while being part of a high-performing legal team.

Qualifications

• 10+ PQE focused on project development and energy matters.
• Strong background in a top tier global law firm.
• Proven track record advising on infrastructure and energy projects.

Responsibilities

• Providing legal advice on project development, construction, and operational assets.
• Leading on contract negotiation and risk mitigation.
• Advising on litigation and regulatory issues.

Skills

transactional law

negotiation

communication

Education

Qualified in a common law jurisdiction

Job description

As Senior Legal Counsel, you will play a critical role in supporting the business in major projects, M&A, and operations across the region. You will act as a key legal advisor, helping drive transactions and safeguard the business across various phases of development and execution.

Client Details

A leading Abu Dhabi-based organisation with a global footprint in the energy sector, engaged in high-value projects and strategic growth initiatives. This is a unique opportunity to work within a highly regarded in-house legal team supporting complex infrastructure and energy developments.

Description
Providing legal advice on project development, construction, and operational assets.Leading on contract negotiation and risk mitigation for shareholder, EPC, fuel supply and offtake agreements.Managing external counsel during M&A and transactional activities.Supporting governance, compliance, and corporate structuring.Advising on litigation and regulatory issues, and assisting with due diligence and deal structuring.


Profile
10+ PQE focused on project development, construction, or energy matters.Strong background in a top tier global law firm is essential.Proven track record advising on infrastructure, energy projects, including project documentation, regulatory compliance, and M&A support.Solid understanding of transactional law, commercial agreements, and stakeholder engagement in complex environments.Regional experience (UAE/GCC) is a plus but not mandatory.Highly analytical with excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.Qualified in a common law jurisdiction.


Job Offer

A 12 month rolling consultant Sr Legal Counsel role with high-level exposure across a prominent regional energy group. This is an opportunity to play a central role in complex, high-impact transactions within a supportive, high-performing legal team.

Skills

"transactional law"