FS1165 LEGAL COUNSEL

Overview

Our client provides energy and EPC services across MENA and beyond. They are enjoying ongoing international expansion with a full project pipeline across the region.

Position

To support this expansion, the company is seeking to appoint a new Legal Counsel based at their Abu Dhabi HQ.

Reporting to the Group Legal Director, the role will provide expert legal support across the Group Company’s diversified operations, ensuring compliance with UAE federal laws, free zone regulations, and applicable international standards and laws. The role involves advising on contracts, governance, claims, litigation, and regulatory matters, with a focus on mitigating legal risks and enabling strategic business decisions.

Principal Accountabilities

• Review and interpret complex contracts, including FIDIC-based agreements, to identify legal risks and ensure alignment with UAE Civil Code.
• Advise on contract terms, obligation...