Senior Legal Counsel at Positive Zero

Unlocking Opportunities: Senior Legal Counsel Position at Positive Zero

Positive Zero, a leading company in the industry, is seeking an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join their growing team. This is a hands-on, business-facing role that provides pragmatic legal support across commercial, project, and corporate matters. The ideal candidate will have 7-10 years of post-qualification experience, with proven UAE legal experience and a strong background in commercial contracting and corporate law.

Key Responsibilities and Requirements

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including EPC, O&M, supply, services, NDAs, and partnerships
• Support project development, transactions, and financing documentation
• Advise on corporate structuring and governance matters
• Manage external counsel where required
• Provide practical, day-to-day legal guidance to internal stakeholders
• Identify and mitigate legal and regulatory risks

The successful candidate will have a Commonwealth-qualified law degree, with training and/or post-qualification experience with a leading international law firm. Experience in the energy, infrastructure, industrial, or construction sectors is highly advantageous.

Why This Opportunity Matters

This Senior Legal Counsel position offers a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, partnering closely with stakeholders across the business, and taking ownership of legal matters from start to finish. The role is ideal for a lawyer who enjoys working in a dynamic and supportive team, with a focus on delivering high-quality legal services to drive business growth.

Preparing for the Role

To prepare for this role, candidates should focus on developing their commercial and corporate law skills, with a strong emphasis on contract negotiation, project development, and risk management. They should also be comfortable operating autonomously within a lean team, with a commercial, pragmatic, and solutions-oriented approach.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: What is the ideal candidate profile for this Senior Legal Counsel position?
• A: The ideal candidate will have 7-10 years of post-qualification experience, with proven UAE legal experience and a strong background in commercial contracting and corporate law.
• Q: What are the key responsibilities of the Senior Legal Counsel role?
• A: The key responsibilities include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements, supporting project development, advising on corporate structuring and governance matters, managing external counsel, providing practical legal guidance, and identifying and mitigating legal and regulatory risks.
• Q: How can I apply for this position?
• A: The application link is not specified, but candidates can contact Nienke Heirman, Talent Acquisition Partner, for more information.
• Q: What is the expected salary range for this position?
• A: The salary range is not specified, but it is expected to be competitive based on industry standards.