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We're Hiring – Legal Advisor (Real Estate Experience)

Position: Legal Advisor (Real Estate – Arab National)

Location: Doha, Qatar

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: Competitive

Responsibilities:

• Provide legal guidance on real estate sales, leasing, and property-related matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, MOUs, lease agreements, and sale deeds.
• Advise management on legal risks, compliance, and Qatar's real estate laws.
• Liaise with government departments, legal entities, and stakeholders.
• Handle litigation and disputes related to real estate operations.
• Stay updated with local property laws & regulations.
• Knowledge of establishing new companies/branches is a plus.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB); Master's or specialization in Real Estate Law preferred.
• 3–5 years of legal experience in real estate/property law.
• Strong knowledge of Qatar's real estate laws and property transaction procedures.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation & legal research skills.
• Bilingual (Arabic & English preferred).

Key Requirements:

• Must be an Arab National.
• Currently based in Qatar with a valid QID
• Immediate availability

How to Apply:

Send your CV and portfolio to:

Subject Line:
"Legal Advisor (Real Estate) Application"

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We are seeking a highly experienced and commercially astute Legal Counsel to support our global infrastructure and industrial projects. The ideal candidate will be a UK-qualified solicitor with 12–15 years of post-qualification experience, including significant exposure to renewable energy, infrastructure, or marine engineering contracts. This role involves providing strategic legal advice, managing risk, and supporting complex contract negotiations across multiple jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities:

Contract Management & Negotiation

• Draft, review, and negotiate complex EPC contracts.
• Advise on construction and shipbuilding agreements, including design & build, turnkey, and subcontractor arrangements.
• Manage collateral warranties, novation agreements, and framework agreements.

Project Support

• Provide legal support throughout the lifecycle of major infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with project managers and commercial teams during bid, execution, and delivery phases.
• Advise on claims, variations, and dispute avoidance strategies.

Risk & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with UK and international laws and regulations.
• Lead legal risk assessments and mitigation strategies.
• Support internal audits and regulatory inquiries.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with external counsel, contractors, suppliers, and government bodies.
• Provide training and guidance to internal teams on legal and contractual matters.

Dispute Resolution

• Manage pre-litigation and litigation matters, including arbitration and adjudication.
• Coordinate with external counsel on dispute strategy and resolution.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales.
• 12–15 years PQE, ideally gained in top-tier law firms and/or in-house legal teams.
• Proven experience in EPC, construction, or shipbuilding sectors.
• Excellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience working on international projects or in the Middle East.

Job title

Legal Specialist (Qatarization)

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Location

Qatar - Doha

Job family

Corporate & Commercial

• Closing date: 14-Sep-2025

About the role

As a Legal Specialist in litigation, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of contentious matters, including commercial, employment, and passenger disputes across various jurisdictions and in conjunction with User and Sponsor departments to protect the

interests of, and meet the business requirements of, Qatar Airways Group. You will provide accurate and business-oriented legal advice to Qatar Airways and its subsidiaries.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of litigation and other contentious commercial, employment, and passenger matters across multiple jurisdictions;
• Work closely with the business to assess risk, develop strategy and formulate approach as well as to advise on handling complaints and disputes that arise pre-litigation;
• Draft and review legal correspondence, memos, briefs, analysis; reviewing & revising legal briefs
• Instruct outside counsel, review their draft documents, coordinate disclosure/discovery, prepare witnesses, formulate strategy and manage legal spend
• Assist in any legal disputes (including but not limited to customer complaints, employment issues and other criminal/legal issues) in liaison with User and other Legal Departments (as applicable).
• Identify potential risks and threats to the projects and propose appropriate mitigation plan to management.
• Contribute to and implement policies, systems, processes, procedures and standards covering all relevant business operational functions so that all operational requirements are fulfilled while complying and delivering a quality service to our internal and external customers.
• Participate in preparation of routine reporting to senior stakeholders and auditors.
• Conduct research and provide advice on various areas of law including new developments as required or directed to advise business and Group Legal department management.
• Perform other department duties related to his/her position as directed by the management.

Be part of an extraordinary story

Your skills. Your imagination. Your ambition. Here, there are no boundaries to your potential and the impact you can make. You'll find infinite opportunities to grow and work on the biggest, most rewarding challenges that will build your skills and experience. You have the chance to be a part of our future, and build the life you want while being part of an international community. Our best is here and still to come. To us, impossible is only a challenge. Join us as we dare to achieve what's never been done before.

Together, everything is possible.

About you

To succeed in this role, you'll need to demonstrate proficiency in the following areas:

• Educational degree sufficient to qualify for practicing law in the relevant jurisdiction (e.g. J.D. for US jurisdictions or Bachelor's Degree for other common law jurisdictions).
• Must be licensed to practice law in a US or European (including UK and Ireland) jurisdiction; consideration may be given to those licensed in other common law jurisdictions based on experience.
• Must have 3-5 years of work experience in a law firm or dedicated legal environment.
• Experience in litigation, with a preference for international and/or cross-border litigation.
• Fluent English speaking and writing skills.
• Strong drafting, legal analysis, and problem solving skills.
• Proficiency in common office technology, including MS Office package, generative AI, and online research tools.
• Keen eye for detail and strong presentation skills.
• Proven track record of handling complex issues.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• A self-starter.
• Flexible in approach, with a "can do" attitude.
• Fluency in Arabic is a plus. Fluency in other languages is also a plus.

About Qatar Airways Group

Our story started with four aircraft. Today, we deliver excellence across 12 different businesses coming together as one. We've grown fast, broken records and set trends that others follow. We don't slow down by the fear of failure. Instead, we dare to achieve what's never been done before. So, whether you're creating a unique experience for our customers or innovating behind the scenes, every person contributes to our proud story. A story of spectacular growth and determination. Now is the time to bring your best ideas and passion to a place where your ambition will know no boundaries, and be part of a truly global community.

About Qatar Airways Group

Our story started with four aircraft. Today, we deliver excellence across 12 different businesses coming together as one. We've grown fast, broken records and set trends that others follow. We don't slow down by the fear of failure. Instead, we dare to achieve what's never been done before.

So whether you're creating a unique experience for our customers or innovating behind the scenes, every person contributes to our proud story. A story of spectacular growth and determination. Now is the time to bring your best ideas and passion to a place where your ambition will know no boundaries, and be part of a truly global community.

Job Purpose:

The Legal Counsel will provide in-house legal expertise to Life Care Clinic, ensuring compliance with Qatari laws, Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) regulations, and corporate governance standards. The role is responsible for safeguarding the clinic's legal interests, supporting management in decision-making, and mitigating risks related to contracts, employment, licensing, and patient services.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Legal Advisory & Compliance

* Ensure full compliance with Qatari Labour Law, MoPH licensing, and other healthcare regulations. Advise management on legal risks and regulatory obligations affecting clinic operations

* Monitor changes in healthcare laws and regulations, advising management on their impact.

2. Contracts & Agreements

* Draft, review, and negotiate contracts (suppliers, service providers, employees, NDAs, partnerships)

* Ensure all agreements safeguard the clinic's interests.

* Maintain a contracts archive for accountability and legal reference.

3. Dispute Resolution & Litigation

* Represent the clinic in disputes, labour complaints, and other legal proceedings.

* Draft responses and submissions to ministries, courts, or regulatory authorities.

* Engage in settlement discussions and arbitration to protect the clinic's reputation.

4. Employment & Labour Law

* Support HR in drafting employment contracts, probation/termination notices, and disciplinary actions in compliance with Qatari Labour Law.

* Provide guidance on visas, sponsorships, NOCs, and employee entitlements. * Handle employee disputes and represent the clinic before the Ministry of Labour if needed.

5. Corporate Governance

* Ensure adherence to Articles of Association and board directives.

* Prepare/review board resolutions, shareholder agreements, and minutes.

* Advise management on shareholders' rights and legal responsibilities.

6. Risk Management & Insurance

* Identify operational legal risks and recommend mitigation strategies.

* Provide advice on malpractice liability, patient rights, and insurance policies.

* Ensure compliance with professional indemnity and liability insurance coverage.

7. Government & Regulatory Liaison

Serve as the clinic's legal representative with MoPH, Ministry of Labour, Ministry of Commerce, and other government bodies.

* Handle all legal documentation for licensing, renewals, and approvals.

Qualifications & Skills:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Law (LLB, JD, or equivalent).

*Licensed lawyer eligible to practice in Qatar or internationally recognized jurisdiction.

* Minimum 3 -5 years' experience in corporate or healthcare legal practice.

* Strong understanding of Qatar Labour Law, healthcare regulation, and commercial contracts.

* Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.

* Fluency in English; Arabic preferred.

* High integrity and ability to manage confidential information.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: QAR10,000.00 per month

Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts and agreements, including but not limited to Lease Agreements, Consultancy Agreements, Construction Agreements, Retail Agreements, Supply and Installation Agreements, Facility Management Agreements, NDAs, MOUs, LOIs, and more.
• Draft templatesand boilerplate documentsto streamline the contract draftingprocess.
• Collaborate in line with the direct manager to develop and monitor companypolicies and procedures to ensurelegal compliance.
• Monitor the implementation of all operational processes and procedures to ensure the company's adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards.
• Conduct regular compliance assessments and generatereports to assess the company's adherence to legal and ethical standards.
• Provide legal advice and guidance on general corporate matters to raise staff awarenessof legal requirements.
• Provide compliance advice in relation to applicable laws and regulations, assessing their potential impact on the organization.
• Perform legal risk assessments and due diligence processes for counterparties in various business transactions.
• Establish and maintain comprehensive legal and compliance databases.

Qualification and Requirement:

• Educational Background: Bachelor of Laws.
• Language Skills:
  Fluent in English; bilingual proficiency in Arabic is preferred but not mandatory.
• Experience:
  A minimum of 5 to 7years of legal experience, demonstrating a strong understanding of contract law and compliance.
• Document Drafting:
  Proficiency in drafting legal documents and correspondence with minimal supervision.
• Legal Knowledge:
  Excellent legal knowledge and analytical skills.
• Time Management:
  Strong time management skillsto handle multipletasks effectively.
• Attention
  to
  Detail:
  A keen eye for detail to ensure accuracyin legal and compliance matters.
• Compliance Expertise:
  Demonstrated expertise in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Join our legal team as Legal Officer, providing legal support across our diverse business portfolio including Engineering & Tech, Trading, Services, and Real Estate clusters. You'll work directly under the Group General Counsel to manage complex corporate structures, joint ventures, asset management arrangements, and family office legal matters. This role requires fluency in both English and Arabic to navigate Qatar's legal landscape and serve our varied stakeholder base.What You'll Do

Corporate Legal Support

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts across all four business clusters
• Support corporate governance matters for companies with varying shareholding structures
• Assist with board resolutions, shareholder agreements, and corporate compliance requirements
• Handle legal documentation for business transactions, acquisitions, and joint ventures

Real Estate & Asset Management Legal Services

• Prepare and review real estate transaction documents including sale, lease, and management agreements
• Support joint venture structuring and documentation for real estate projects
• Handle legal matters for asset management services provided to family members and close friends
• Ensure compliance with Qatar's real estate laws

Regulatory Compliance

• Monitor regulatory and legal changes across all business sectors and ensure compliance by all group companies
• Prepare legal opinions and memoranda on various regulatory and legal matters insofar as the affect group companies and their businesses
• Support licensing and IP applications and regulatory filings for new business ventures
• Maintain corporate records and legal documentation for all group entities

Contract Management & Risk Mitigation

• Review and advise on vendor agreements, service contracts, and partnership arrangements
• Identify legal risks in business transactions and recommend mitigation strategies
• Manage contract databases and ensure proper documentation management

Disputes & Litigation

• provide legal assistance and strategic input in relation to the management of all legal disputes the group faces
• manage the handling of such legal disputes, including court filings and court deadlines, and where applicable coordinating efforts with external counsel

What We're Looking For

Essential Experience

• 4+ years of legal experience in corporate law, commercial transactions, or business legal support
• Experience with multi-entity corporate structures and complex shareholding arrangements
• Background in real estate law, joint ventures, or asset management (preferred)
• Experience working in Qatar or GCC

Language Requirements

• Fluent in both English and Arabic (speaking, reading, writing) - This is mandatory
• Ability to draft legal documents and communicate effectively in both languages
• Understanding of Arabic legal terminology and Qatar's legal system

Legal Expertise

• Corporate law including company formation, governance, and compliance
• Commercial contracts including negotiation, drafting, and risk assessment
• Real estate law particularly Qatar property regulations and foreign investment rules
• Partnership and joint venture structuring and documentation
• Regulatory compliance across multiple business sectors

Professional Qualifications

• Law degree (LLB or equivalent) from recognized institution
• Licensed to practice law in Qatar or any other suitable jurisdiction

Personal Attributes

• Strong attention to detail with ability to manage multiple complex matters
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Professional discretion when handling sensitive family and personal business matters
• Collaborative approach to working with business teams and external advisors
• Cultural sensitivity for working with diverse stakeholders including family members and close friends
• Adaptability to handle various legal matters across different business sectors

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Application Question(s):

• What is your Salary Expectation ?
• Do you have a valid QID/Residence Permit with NOC?
• If you're selected, how soon you can join?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• corporate law & commercial transactions: 4 years (Preferred)

Company Description

Al Khor Holding W.L.L is a Qatar-based investment and asset management company established by the Al Misnad Group. With a rich history dating back to 1962, the company manages a diverse investment portfolio that spans various sectors globally, including Real Estate, Hospitality, Power Generation, and Financial Services. Al Khor Holding is dedicated to sustainable growth, innovation, and integrity to enhance shareholder value and create a world-class entity.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Legal Secretary at Al Khor Holding W.L.L in Doha, Qatar. The Legal Secretary will be responsible for tasks such as legal document preparation, diary management, and utilizing clerical skills to support the legal team in day-to-day operations.

Qualifications

• Law and Legal Assistants skills
• Legal Document Preparation skills
• Clerical Skills and Diary Management
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in MS Office and legal software
• Previous experience in a legal or corporate environment is a plus
• Legal Assistant certification or diploma in Legal Secretary studies

JOB SUMMARY:

The Legal Assistant provides essential legal support to the Legal Services Department assisting in research, documentation, contract management, and administrative tasks. The role requires attention to detail, effective communication with internal and external stakeholders while maintaining strict confidentiality at all times.

KEY ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Assists in conducting legal research and prepare reports, documentations, meeting minutes under the supervision of the Legal Counsel.
• Drafts and reviews standard templates and agreements under supervision of Legal Counsel.
• Drafts and reviews letters in both Arabic and English.
• Assists in the development of templates and standard legal forms for use by the Legal Services.
• Participates in contract negotiation alongside the Legal Counsel.
• Supports the review and draft of standard agreements in compliance with the established guidelines and policy.
• Coordinates with internal departments to gather necessary documents and information for legal matters.
• Advises internal stakeholders on contract approval processes and signature processes.
• Assists with contract execution including printing, obtaining authorized signatories and tracking approval processes.
• Maintains the document library and contract management system, ensuring proper storage and retrieval of legal documents.
• Assists in monitoring and track legal matters and projects ensuring timely response and completion.
• Coordinates with internal stakeholders to gather necessary information and documentation to support the legal matters.
• Provides administrative support, including document formatting, proofreading, scheduling meetings and preparing legal correspondence.
• Supports training initiatives by Legal Services.
• Assists in managing litigation and dispute resolution processes, supporting Legal Counsel with case preparation.
• Manages the legal operations including but not limited to the departmental portal, legal risk register and its mitigation.
• Populates and maintains the legal library referencing various databases and internal and external legal resources.
• Checks and communicates Qatar's Official Gazette for any laws or regulations that is relevant to Sidra's operations.
• Reviews and organizes legal pleadings, submissions, court filings, and case documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Conducts legal research on case law, precedents, and regulations relevant to disputes and claims.
• Coordinates with external counsel, regulatory authorities, and internal stakeholders on active litigation matters.
• Assists in tracking litigation deadlines and procedural requirements, ensuring timely submission of responses and legal documentation.
• Maintains case records and dispute resolution files in the legal document management system.
• Manages calendars and schedules meetings, hearings, and filing deadlines.
• Works effectively within the Legal Services team, demonstrating collegiality and professionalism.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Education

Bachelor of Laws degree, or a non-law degree with a Paralegal qualification (i.e. from ABA approved institution, Chartered Institute of Legal Executives or equivalent).

Experience

2+ years' legal experience in in-house or private practice corporate environment

JOB SUMMARY:

The Legal Counsel is primarily responsible for providing legal advice and support Leadership in variety of areas, which may include contracts issues, HR/labor law, disputes/litigation and medico-legal matters.

KEY ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Advises the General Counsel and other leadership of the institution regarding Sidra policies, programs, practices, and activities that are affected by legal considerations.
• Maintains a collegial approach to problem-solving and a willingness to engage in clear and transparent dialogue about both legal and non-legal issues.
• Works independently to manage timing and action plans for completing division's functions and preparing correspondence, reports and other documents ahead of need.
• Works independently to perform duties including creating and preparing routine materials, verifying, and editing all materials for accuracy and clarity.
• Communicating with and managing any third-party bodies such as external counsel.
• Supervising internal group for litigation and dispute management.
• Researches and analyses law sources and complex legal issues, and prepares briefs/memorandums.
• Reviews and prepares amendments to standard terms and conditions, if applicable.
• Drafting, reviewing, approving and negotiating various contracts and agreements as needed.
• Drafts and reviews letters and other legal documents, as needed.
• Peer supports members within the Legal Department within the team about various area of law and practices.
• Sets clear priorities in order to focus on those responsibilities and tasks
• Ability to quick study, in some areas of the law that affect the institution and eager to learn areas of the law in which expertise is lacking.
• Collaborating with management and external law firms to devise efficient defense strategies.
• Demonstrates confidence in own abilities even when working in unfamiliar areas.
• Meets work demands with considerable stamina, persistence, and a consistent focus on client needs and concerns, making extra effort and sacrifice to meet urgent requests.
• Develops and maintains strong working relationships and trust with both senior leadership and colleagues in other functional areas of the organization.
• Negotiates workable solutions to complex and sensitive legal issues through the use of influence and persuasion.
• Displays appropriate listening skills even in difficult situations, questioning and listening to all parties to understand positions (including issues that are unstated or not obvious).
• Calculates and highlights risks in business process and decision making.
• Communicates and negotiates with external parties (regulators, external counsel, public authority etc.)
• Displays a thorough understanding of the business model and mission of the organization, including competition and risk factors.
• Sets clear priorities in order to focus on those responsibilities and tasks that add the most value, and continually re-evaluates priorities in relation to changing business/client context.
• Conduct the work with integrity and responsibility.
• Provides legal advice on contracts, medico-legal issues, labor law/HR matters, and other legal matters.

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

Education

Bachelor's degree in law

Experience

5+ years in legal role