Senior General Counsel, MENA Contracts & Compliance

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural firm is seeking an experienced attorney to provide legal guidance focused on the MENA region. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years in contract negotiation and regulatory compliance within the architectural sector. Responsibilities include advising senior leadership, negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance with regional laws. Competitive salary and benefits offered, emphasizing a collaborative and diverse work culture. Applications from those in the UK or time zones aligned with MENA are encouraged.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Health insurance

Wellness programs

Retirement plans

Work/life balance initiatives

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in contracting focused on architectural and/or engineering services.
• In-depth understanding of MENA regional market and laws.
• Experience drafting and negotiating complex agreements in the MENA region.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to mitigate risk and support governance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate various contracts.
• Advise stakeholders on legal implications of decisions and obligations.
• Liaise with external counsel and government authorities.

Skills

Legal advice

Contract negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Multi-tasking

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Education

Licensed to practice law

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A leading architectural firm is seeking an experienced attorney to provide legal guidance focused on the MENA region. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years in contract negotiation and regulatory compliance within the architectural sector. Responsibilities include advising senior leadership, negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance with regional laws. Competitive salary and benefits offered, emphasizing a collaborative and diverse work culture. Applications from those in the UK or time zones aligned with MENA are encouraged.