Job Opportunities in Qatar

Company
Qatar Energy is an integrated national oil corporation that stands at the forefront of efforts for the long term sustainable
development, utilization and monetization of oil and gas resources in the State of Qatar. In its efforts to become one of the
best national energy companies in the world, Qatar Energy's activities and those of its subsidiaries and joint ventures,
encompass the entire spectrum of the oil and gas value chain locally, regionally, and internationally. They include the
exploration, refining and production, marketing, and sale of oil and gas, liquefied natural gas (LNG), natural gas liquids
(NGL), gas to liquids (GTL) products, refined products, petrochemicals, fertilizers, steel and aluminum. As an integrated
corporation, Qatar Energy's activities also include marketing and sale of oil and gas and other various products.
Qatar Energy's operations and activities are conducted at various onshore locations, including Doha, Dukhan and the
Mesaieed and Ras Laffan Industrial Cities; and at various offshore areas, such as offshore oilfields production stations,
drilling platforms, Halul oil export island, and the North Field, which is the largest single non-associated gas reservoir in the
world covering an area of 6,000 square kilometers. The utilization of this field’s massive reserves has become a primary
national goal to continue the development and prosperity of the country. Qatar Energy pays the utmost attention to the
health and safety of its employees, contractors, visitors and the local communities where it operates. From drilling to
construction, operations to decommissioning, Qatar Energy's health, safety and environment policy forms an integral part of
the corporation’s daily business and long term planning. Qatar Energy is committed to contribute to a better future by
meeting today’s economic needs, while safeguarding our environment and resources for generations to come. Thriving on
innovation and excellence, Qatar Energy is bound to the highest levels of sustainable human, socio-economic, and
environmental development in Qatar and beyond.
Department
LEGAL
Primary purpose of job
Provide legal support for Qatar Energy’s domestic & international exploration & production ventures (“E&P Activities”),
covering business development (e.g. initial opportunity screening, due diligence, deal structuring, drafting & negotiation of
all relevant agreements, regulatory approvals and venture set-up) as well as the management of existing ventures.
Experience & Skills
• At least ten years of legal experience (not necessarily post-qualification) in private practice or in-house, a substantial
amount of which is in relation to E&P Activities.

• Experience of dealing with regulators and government representatives.
• Ability to assimilate complex legal matters and to provide practical advice to non-lawyers.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team player with members of the Legal Department, as well as

other stakeholders.

• Highly motivated, proactive, organized, and self-disciplined.

Education
1. JD/LLB (or equivalent) degree at a recognized university.