Senior Legal Counsel

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to provide expert legal guidance across Qatar and the GCC. The role will support a fast‑growing company operating in retail, logistics, and warehousing, ensuring compliance and mitigating legal risk.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and deliver comprehensive advice on transactions and commercial matters in Qatar and the broader GCC, including cross‑border deals, joint ventures, franchising, and licensing.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and other legal documents in English and Arabic, ensuring compliance with Qatari and international laws.
• Advise on compliance with Qatari local laws and regulations, identify legal risks, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Assist business and GA teams in obtaining licenses and permits for retail, logistics, warehousing, and related operations.
• Collaborate with senior management and business units to ensure legal requirements are met across all operations in Qatar.
• Support business units in communications with Qatari authorities and external stakeholders to maintain a business‑friendly regulatory environment.
• Represent the company in legal proceedings, negotiations, and dispute resolution in Qatari courts and alternative forums.
• Monitor changes in Qatari and GCC legal landscapes and proactively inform internal stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain a high‑quality pool of external law firms and advisors, fostering strong relationships.
• Work with the global legal team to ensure consistent legal frameworks and compliance standards across jurisdictions.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in law from a recognized university; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant legal experience, including at least 5 years in Qatar.
• Extensive knowledge of Qatari corporate, contract, commercial, labor law, and regulatory frameworks for foreign‑invested enterprises.
• Native Arabic speaker with fluent English (written and spoken).
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication abilities to convey complex legal matters to non‑legal stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage complex legal projects, transactions, and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Familiarity with Qatari regulatory authorities, licensing procedures, and government approvals.
• Experience in the retail, logistics, warehousing, or delivery sector, with understanding of supply‑chain, warehouse operations, dark‑store leasing, merchant contracts, and logistics service agreements.

Required skills