Senior Legal Counsel
Organising Institution / Firm
Positive Zero
Quick Verified Facts
📅 Deadline
Rolling Basis (Official)
📍 Mode / Location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
💰 Stipend / Pay
Not Specified
🎓 Eligibility
7–10 years post-qualification experience; Commonwealth-qualified lawyer (UK, Australia, New Zealand, Canada); Proven UAE legal experience; Training/experience with a leading international law firm.
🛡️ Category
Law Firm Job
Full Opportunity Brief
Contextual Overview
Positive Zero, a leading energy transition partner in the GCC, is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join their team in Dubai. The role involves providing pragmatic legal support for commercial, project, and corporate matters within the energy and infrastructure sectors.
Key Eligibility Criteria
- Experience: 7–10 years of post-qualification experience.
- Qualification: Commonwealth-qualified lawyer (UK, Australia, New Zealand, Canada).
- Regional Expertise: Proven legal experience within the UAE is essential.
- Background: Training or experience at a leading international law firm.
- Sector Knowledge: Experience in energy, infrastructure, industrial, or construction sectors is highly advantageous.
Responsibilities & Scope of Work
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements (EPC, O&M, supply, services, NDAs, partnerships).
- Supporting project development, transactions, and financing documentation.
- Advising on corporate structuring and governance matters.
- Managing external counsel and providing day-to-day legal guidance to internal stakeholders.
- Identifying and mitigating legal and regulatory risks.
Stipend, Compensation & Mode
Not specified.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates should apply directly via the official LinkedIn job portal provided below. Ensure your profile highlights your UAE-specific experience and international firm background.
Official Link: Apply on LinkedIn