Legal Counsel Commercial

Job Description

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Overview

Legal and Commercial Contracts Executive Gas Distribution Jobs in Dubai

Location: Dubai United Arab Emirates
Industry: Gas Distribution / Energy Sector
Job Type: FullTime
Reports To: Legal Manager / Head of Commercial & Legal Affairs

Job Description: A leading gas distribution company in Dubai is seeking a Legal and Commercial Contracts Executive to manage and oversee a wide range of contractual legal and regulatory matters . This role is responsible for drafting reviewing and negotiating contracts ensuring compliance with UAE laws and supporting commercial teams in risk mitigation and legal decisionmaking .

The successful candidate will work closely with the legal procurement sales and operations teams contributing to project and safeguarding the companys legal and commercial interests.

Key Responsibilities

• Contract Management
  • Draft review and negotiate a wide range of contracts including supply agreements NDAs subcontractor and consultancy contracts .
  • Ensure contracts are legally sound commercially viable and aligned with UAE laws and industry regulations .
  • Monitor and manage contractual obligations renewals and deliverables across projects.
• Legal Advisory & Compliance
  • Provide legal support on corporate governance regulatory compliance and contract disputes .
  • Stay updated on UAE commercial civil labor and energy laws relevant to gas and utilities sectors.
  • Ensure compliance with Dubai Municipality DEWA and other local authority regulations.
• Risk Management & Dispute Resolution
  • Identify legal and commercial risks and propose mitigation strategies .
  • Support dispute resolution arbitration and litigation processes.
  • Liaise with external legal counsel when required for escalated legal matters.
• Commercial & Project Support
  • Support commercial teams in negotiations bid preparation and tender review .
  • Advise on legal aspects of client and vendor claims contract variations and communications .
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align legal documentation with project requirements.
• Document Control & Reporting
  • Maintain a centralized legal contracts database and archiving system .
  • Track and report on contract status compliance metrics and risk exposure .
  • Prepare legal summaries reports and updates for management.

Candidate Requirements

• Education & Certification
  • Bachelors Degree in Law (LLB) Required.
  • Masters Degree or Legal Certification (e.g. LPC Bar) Preferred.
• Experience
  • 36 years of experience in a legal/commercial contracts role.
  • Prior experience in the gas energy utilities or construction sectors .
  • Proven ability in drafting and negotiating technical and commercial contracts .
• Skills & Competencies
  • Strong knowledge of UAE contract law FIDIC and regulatory frameworks .
  • Excellent drafting negotiation and legal analysis skills.
  • High attention to detail and analytical thinking .
  • Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
  • Proficient in MS Office and contract management systems .
  • Fluency in English is required; Arabic is a plus .

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive taxfree salary based on experience.
• Health insurance and annual leave as per UAE labor law.
• Professional development opportunities within a growing company.

Similar Job Titles in Dubai

• Contracts Executive
• Legal Counsel Commercial
• Legal & Compliance Officer
• Commercial Contracts Specialist
• Legal Advisor Energy Sector

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2026-03-17 09:57:30