Senior Projects Lawyer

RAYNE; United Kingdom; Remote; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading client in the Middle East is seeking a Senior Projects Lawyer for an initial 3-month assignment. The role involves advising on large-scale infrastructure projects and close collaboration with finance and legal teams. Candidates with over 8 years' PQE and experience in PPP/PFI projects are highly preferred. Strong language skills and familiarity with Middle Eastern regulations are a plus.

Qualifications

• Significant experience advising on PPP/PFI projects.
• Background working with top-tier international law firm or in-house legal teams.
• Excellent analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on Project Agreements and contracts.
• Draft, review, and negotiate project documentation.
• Support development and implementation of legal strategies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Project finance knowledge

Organizational skills

Education

8+ PQE lawyer admitted in a major international jurisdiction

Job description

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We are seeking a Senior Projects Lawyer to join a leading client in the Middle East for an initial 3-month assignment. This role can be done from anywhere, but with middle east time zones and involves close collaboration with project development, finance, and legal teams. You will be responsible for advising on large-scale infrastructure and development projects, from inception through to execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on Project Agreements, EPC & O&M term sheets, Joint Development Agreements, and Shareholders Agreements.
• Deliver expert guidance on PPP/PFI transactions, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and project documentation to support project delivery.
• Advise on legal risks, project financing, procurement processes, and regulatory frameworks.
• Manage disputes and escalate when necessary to protect client interests.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including finance, technical, and government stakeholders.
• Support the development and implementation of legal strategies to ensure project success.

Qualifications & Experience

• 8+ PQE lawyer admitted in a major international jurisdiction.
• Significant experience advising on PPP/PFI projects with proven expertise in Project Agreements, EPC & O&M contracts, Joint Development Agreements, and Shareholders Agreements.
• Background working with a top-tier international law firm and/or in-house legal teams on infrastructure, energy, or real estate projects.
• Strong project finance knowledge and experience with construction contracts and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent analytical, drafting, organisational, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage complex transactions and work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Arabic language skills and regional Middle East experience preferred but not essential

If you’re ready to bring your projects expertise to a dynamic role in the Middle East, we would love to hear from you!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice

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