Legal Consultant

1 month ago

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Talent Pal Full time

**Progressive legal careers**

Peerpoint is A&O Shearman’s global platform for self-directed consultant lawyers who want to access the best work, clients, resources and bespoke support, while undertaking assignments of typically six months or more, either within A&O Shearman’s practice groups or directly with clients.

Typical assignments based in Abu Dhabi or Dubai are 6 months in length and full time. There can also be opportunities that allow for flexible working arrangements.

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**Join us**
- Drafting and negotiating numerous construction related contracts (both in FIDIC and bespoke forms) for a wide range of projects (including power, infrastructure, buildings and leisure facilities);
- Drafting and negotiating several O&M and FM contracts; and
- Providing legal services and advising on all areas of construction law including associated areas and matters related to contractors, subcontractors and design professionals.

Examples of opportunities include:

- A 6 month contract for a non-contentious construction lawyer to join a well-established energy company supporting their legal team with drafting suites of construction related templates for governments, developers and contractors across the GCC.
- A 12 month contract for a construction lawyer to join a local government entity to assist with drafting and negotiating construction contracts (including FIDIC contracts and other non-FIDC construction legal documentation).
- A 3 month contract for a projects and infrastructure lawyer to work within A&O Shearman providing senior front-end construction legal support to the UAE’s Energy, Natural resources and Infrastructure practice.

**Our Criteria**
- have a minimum of four years' post-qualification experience at a law firm ranked as top tier for construction, projects and infrastructure work;
- ideally have recent in-house legal experience within an energy, transport or infrastructure company;
- preferably have experience in the Middle East and fluency in Arabic
- have a desire to take ownership of their career and be responsible for their own professional development and network, proactively making use of any support and resources available;
- have researched the personal and financial factors that you need to consider when commencing a career as a legal consultant and be comfortable with the ways in which it differs from permanent employment;
- have a consultant mindset, including a highly professional, flexible and adaptable outlook and approach;
- have a practising certificate (or equivalent) which entitles them to practise as a lawyer in the region.

**What makes consulting with Peerpoint different?**

A career with Peerpoint is unmatched in the market. Over the last decade, we’ve helped lead the transformation of legal consulting as a truly credible option alongside private practice and in-house legal careers. We also have one of the most supportive offerings around, all with the full backing of A&O Shearman.

**Empowering your development **- you’ll be fully supported by our experienced team and will have access to A&O Shearman’s training, development and networking events, including opportunities to grow your skillset with A&O Shearman’s Advanced Delivery & Solutions businesses.

**Only the best for you **- with access to the world’s leading businesses and most progressive roles, we’ll find you a role that’s the perfect fit. On assignment, you’ll have access to an A&O Shearman partners and professional support lawyers as well as extensive knowledge resources.

**Let your priorities lead **- it’s never been more important to find the right balance. That could mean more flexibility over the time you spend between your personal and professional life, whether that's to pursue a passion, spend time with family or take breaks to travel the world.

**Futureproof your career** - if you need coaching or mentoring, our team can guide you on the range of diverse paths to help you grow your experience. By understanding your needs and supporting you at every step, we’ll help you succeed so you can flourish both today and tomorrow.This job has been sourced from an external job board.

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