Legislative Counsel - Relocation opportunity to the Gulf

Jameson Legal.; Qatar; On-site; QAR 200,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global legal firm is looking for a Legislative Counsel to join their team in Doha, Qatar. This role involves drafting and reviewing legislation, collaborating with policymakers, and driving regulatory frameworks. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in legislative drafting in English, along with exceptional legal research skills. This opportunity offers professional development and the chance to shape a globally recognized legislative framework in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience drafting legal instruments in English.
• Outstanding legislative drafting and editorial skills.
• Exceptional English language skills and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Drafting clear, accurate legislative instruments.
• Supporting publication and maintenance of legislative documents.
• Providing legal analysis and advice.
• Delivering training and guidance to internal stakeholders.
• Collaborating to support strategic goals.

Skills

Legislative drafting

Legal research

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

English language proficiency

Job description

We are eager to speak with Legislative Counsel, with experience in drafting laws for government or similar entities, who are interested in a relocation opportunity to the Gulf. This position sits at the heart of regulatory and legislative function, offering exposure to impactful legal work and strategic influence on policy development within a leading global jurisdiction.

About the Opportunity

The appointed Legislative Counsel will drive the development and maintenance of sector-leading legislative and regulatory frameworks. Working closely with policy makers, regulators, and other stakeholders, the role involves drafting, reviewing, and publishing laws, regulations, and guidance that meet global best practice standards. The successful candidate will also contribute to internal process improvement, quality assurance in legislative drafting, and assist with legislative interpretation and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting clear, accurate legislative instruments and reviewing the drafting output of others for effectiveness and clarity
• Supporting the publication, maintenance, and accessibility of all legislative documents
• Providing critical legal analysis, advice, and interpretation in line with evolving policy objectives
• Delivering training, guidance, and coaching to internal stakeholders, contributing to talent and nationalisation programmes
• Collaborating cross-functionally to support strategic business and regulatory goals

Candidate Profile

• At least 5 years' hands‑on experience drafting legal instruments in English (e.g., acts, regulations, rules)
• Outstanding legislative drafting and editorial skills, legal research capability, and attention to detail
• Exceptional English language skills and interpersonal abilities
• Experience in commercial or financial services legislation or regulatory drafting is an advantage

Why Apply?

This is a rare international opportunity based in Doha, Qatar offering intellectual challenge, collaboration, and the chance to shape a globally recognised legislative framework. The role also includes ongoing professional development and the opportunity to influence standards across multiple sectors.

For a confidential chat about this or other in‑house roles we are handling, please get in touch with Tom Shaw.

Please note that where a level of preferred experience or qualification is indicated, this is a guideline only and does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.