Requirements
Seeking an experienced legal manager with 7-10+ years in commercial/corporate law within the energy sector. Must have strong expertise in contract drafting, negotiation, and management, with experience in oil & gas, LNG, EPC/EPCM, construction, engineering consultancy, or PMC projects. Proven background managing JV, consortium, customer, supplier, and subcontractor agreements is required, along with knowledge of procurement, consultancy, and commercial contracts. LLB is required; LLM is preferred. Experience on US-based energy projects is highly advantageous.
Description
Job description / Role
Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
Legal
Company Industry
Oil & Gas / Energy
Legal manager | Abu Dhabi, UAE
We are seeking an experienced legal manager to support major oil & gas, LNG, EPC/EPCM, PMC, and energy projects in Abu Dhabi.
Key requirements:
7-10+ years' experience as a commercial/corporate lawyer within the energy sector.
Strong expertise in contract drafting, negotiation, and contract management.
Experience with oil & gas, LNG, EPC/EPCM, construction, engineering consultancy, or PMC projects.
Proven background managing JV, consortium, customer, supplier, and subcontractor agreements.
Knowledge of procurement, consultancy, and commercial contracts.
Experience on US-based energy projects is highly advantageous.
LLB required; LLM preferred.
Preferred qualifications:
Licensed attorney / solicitor / advocate.
CIArb, energy law, international construction law, governance, compliance, or anti-bribery certifications.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded legal professional to join a leading energy business supporting complex international projects.
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
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About the company
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the oil & gas, power & renewables, chemicals, construction & infrastructure, life sciences, mining, and manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed.
We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
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