Legal Counsel

Legal Counsel (Fixed-Term – Up to 6 Months)

We are looking for an experienced Legal Counsel to join us on a fixed-term basis during a period of growth and transaction activity. This is a hands‑on, business‑facing role providing pragmatic legal support across commercial, project, and corporate matters. The role suits a lawyer who enjoys working in a fast‑moving environment, partnering closely with the business, and taking ownership of legal matters end‑to‑end.

• Draft, review, and negotiate a range of commercial agreements (EPC, O&M, supply, services, NDAs, 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

• 6–10 years’ post‑qualification experience
• Proven UAE legal experience (essential)
• Commonwealth‑qualified lawyer (UK, Australia, New Zealand, Canada) preferred
• Strong background in commercial contracting and corporate law
• Experience in energy, infrastructure, industrial, or construction sectors is highly advantageous
• Comfortable operating autonomously within a lean team
• Commercial, pragmatic, and solutions‑oriented approach
• Fractional commitment with flexibility to be agreed