Overview
Legal Associate Jobs in Doha, Qatar at Confidential
Title: Legal Associate
Company: Confidential
Location: Doha, Qatar
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Legal Associate / Legal Counsel to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in contract drafting, contract negotiation, and contract management, ensuring legal compliance and risk mitigation for the company. The role requires a proactive legal professional with excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skill.
Key Responsibilities:
Contract Drafting & Negotiation:
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including vendor contracts, service agreements, NDAs, and partnership agreements.
Ensure contracts comply with company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
Provide legal advice on contract terms, risk exposure, and mitigation strategies.
Contract Management:
Develop and maintain a contract management system to track key dates, obligations, renewals, and expirations.
Ensure efficient contract execution, amendments, and compliance monitoring.
Work closely with business teams to streamline contract workflows and approvals.
Legal Compliance & Risk Management:
Identify potential legal risks in contracts and propose solutions to mitigate them.
Stay updated on legal and regulatory developments affecting business operations.
Ensure adherence to corporate governance, data protection laws, and industry-specific regulations.
Legal Support & Advisory:
Provide legal support on corporate, commercial, and employment law matters as required.
Assist in dispute resolution, contract enforcement, and handling legal claims.
Liaise with external legal counsel when necessary.
Key Requirements:
Education & Experience:
LLB (Bachelor of Laws) / LLM (Master of Laws) from a recognized institution.
3-5 years of experience in corporate law, contract drafting, and contract management.
Experience working in a corporate legal department or a law firm specializing in commercial contracts.
Skills & Competencies:
Strong knowledge of contract law, commercial transactions, and risk assessment.
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
Familiarity with contract lifecycle management (CLM) tools is a plus.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
