Legal Counsel
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About the Role
About Us Al Fereej International Group is a diversified business organization with interests across multiple industries, including trading, investments, real estate, industrial services, logistics, technology, and commercial operations.
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About Us
Al Fereej International Group is a diversified business organization with interests across multiple industries, including trading, investments, real estate, industrial services, logistics, technology, and commercial operations.
We are committed to sustainable growth, operational excellence, strong corporate governance, and delivering long-term value to our clients, partners, and stakeholders.
As our organization continues to expand, we are seeking an experienced and strategic **Legal Counsel** to oversee legal affairs, support business operations, and ensure compliance across our diverse portfolio of companies and investments.
Position Overview
The Legal Counsel will serve as the primary legal advisor to the organization, providing expert guidance on corporate governance, commercial transactions, regulatory compliance, employment matters, risk management, and dispute resolution.
This role will work closely with executive leadership and business unit leaders to protect company interests and support strategic growth initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, review, negotiate, and manage commercial contracts, partnership agreements, vendor agreements, service contracts, and investment-related documentation
- Provide legal advice on corporate, commercial, regulatory, employment, and operational matters
- Support mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, strategic partnerships, and business expansion initiatives
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, licensing requirements, and industry standards
- Advise executive leadership on legal risks associated with business transactions and strategic decisions
- Manage legal disputes, litigation, arbitration, claims, and settlement negotiations
- Oversee corporate governance matters, board support activities, legal filings, and regulatory reporting obligations
- Coordinate with external legal counsel, government authorities, regulators, and industry stakeholders
- Develop and maintain legal compliance programs, internal policies, and risk management frameworks
- Protect intellectual property, trademarks, confidential information, and corporate assets
- Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting the company's business sectors and operations
- Provide legal training and guidance to management and operational teams
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD, LLB, or equivalent law degree) from an accredited institution
- Licensed and in good standing with the applicable legal authority or bar association
- Minimum 5+ years of legal experience in corporate, commercial, investment, real estate, industrial, or multinational business environments
- Strong knowledge of contract law, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and commercial transactions
- Excellent legal drafting, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills
- Strong business judgment and strategic thinking capabilities
- Ability to manage multiple complex legal matters across diverse business sectors
- High standards of professionalism, integrity, ethics, and confidentiality
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting diversified business groups, holding companies, or multinational organizations
- Familiarity with mergers and acquisitions, investment transactions, corporate restructuring, and international business operations
- Experience managing cross-border legal matters and commercial agreements
- Previous in-house counsel experience is highly desirable
- Knowledge of corporate governance best practices and compliance frameworks
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation package
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Comprehensive health and benefits program
- Professional development and continuing legal education support
- Dynamic and collaborative work environment
- Opportunity to work on complex legal matters across multiple industries
- Strategic role with direct involvement in corporate growth and business decision-making
- Pay: QAR35,000.00 - QAR40,000.00 per month
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