Legal Specialist

levanteholding; Doha; On-site; QAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

levanteholding is seeking a Legal Specialist in Qatar to represent the company before government authorities and courts, and to provide comprehensive legal support for real estate, leasing, contracts, and corporate matters.

The role requires 5–7 years of relevant experience, strong drafting and negotiation skills, and fluency in Arabic and English. You will handle due diligence, document management, and ensure compliance with Qatar laws.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law / LLB or equivalent.
• 5–7 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in Qatar.
• Experience in real estate, property, leasing, contracts, and commercial matters.
• Strong knowledge of Qatar's legal and regulatory framework.
• Experience dealing with government authorities and legal proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Represent the company before government authorities, courts, municipalities, and regulatory bodies.
• Handle legal submissions, applications, notices, and government documentation.
• Provide legal support for property purchases, leases, and related transactions.
• Review and draft contracts including sale/purchase, leases, tenancy, and service agreements.
• Conduct legal due diligence on properties, projects and business deals.
• Address tenancy, leasing, contractual and property disputes.
• Coordinate with external lawyers on litigation/arbitration matters.
• Advise management on legal risks, obligations and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure activities comply with Qatar laws and real estate regulations.
• Maintain records of contracts, cases, title deeds, powers of attorney, licenses.

Skills

Legal drafting

Negotiation

Due diligence

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Arabic & English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law / LLB

Job description

Job Description – Legal Specialist Department: Legal Location: Qatar Position Purpose

The Legal Specialist will represent the company before government authorities, courts, regulatory bodies, and other official entities, while providing legal support for the company's real estate, leasing, contracts, property, and corporate matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent the company before government authorities, courts, municipalities, regulatory bodies, and other official entities as authorized.
• Handle legal submissions, applications, notices, correspondence, and government-related documentation.
• Provide legal support for property purchases, sales, transfers, registrations, and property-related transactions.
• Review and draft contracts including sale and purchase agreements, lease agreements, tenancy agreements, brokerage agreements, and service contracts.
• Conduct legal due diligence on properties, projects, and business transactions.
• Handle tenancy, leasing, contractual, and property-related disputes.
• Coordinate with external lawyers and law firms on litigation, arbitration, and other legal matters.
• Advise management and departments on legal risks, contractual obligations, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure company activities comply with applicable Qatar laws and real estate regulations.
• Maintain records of contracts, legal cases, title deeds, powers of attorney, licenses, and other legal documents.
• Monitor legal deadlines, contract renewals, court hearings, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of company and client information.

Requirements Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Law / LLB or equivalent.
• 5-7 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in Qatar.
• Experience in real estate, property, leasing, contracts, and commercial matters.
• Strong knowledge of Qatar's legal and regulatory framework.
• Experience dealing with government authorities and legal proceedings.
• Strong contract drafting, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Arabic and English proficiency preferred.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, attention to detail, and professional judgment.