Senior Legal Specialist

About the role

The Senior Legal Specialist will be responsible for reviewing, drafting, and negotiating complex commercial contracts for Qatar Airways Group and its subsidiaries. The role provides business‑oriented legal advice and acts as the primary legal contact for selected user departments.

Key responsibilities

• Negotiate, draft and implement a wide range of simple and complex commercial agreements, including IT contracts such as SaaS and SOWs.
• Develop and manage strategic contracts in line with corporate and legal requirements.
• Provide high‑quality contract review, analysis, and negotiation support to internal clients across the QR Group.
• Identify contractual issues, trigger escalation procedures when needed, and resolve disputes.
• Suggest and implement improvements to contract policies and procedures.
• Interpret standard terms and conditions and advise on their application.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least 8 years of relevant experience.
• Admission as a lawyer in a recognised jurisdiction.
• Experience in a law firm or dedicated legal environment, preferably in a similar senior role.
• Fluent English (spoken and written) with strong legal drafting abilities.
• Proven track record in handling complex commercial and IT‑related contracts.
• Excellent attention to detail, presentation skills and ability to meet deadlines.

Required skills

• MS Word

What we offer

• Opportunity to work within a leading global airline group.
• Exposure to high‑value, international contracts across multiple business units.
• Professional development in a dynamic, multicultural environment.