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
To provide legal support for Qatar Energy's Projects, covering support to Projects & Engineering (VP), Surface Development
(VS) and Ventures (VC) on construction projects as well as other business activities including drafting & negotiation of all
relevant project agreements, developing new templates, managing and improving ways of working, building competence
and managing claims.
Experience & Skills
2. Civil law background is preferred but it is not mandatory; additional common law background/experience is advantageous
in particular drafting of contracts
3. Excellent legal drafting and writing skills in English;

4. At least 12 years of legal and contracts experience including most of the practice areas listed in the principal
accountabilities above;
5. Must have experience with the construction in upstream and downstream oil and gas industry including sufficient
understanding Joint Venture agreements and project financing requirements;
6. Experience in the engineering and construction industries is advantageous as is experience with solar, wind and
renewables;
7. Experience with leases would be a plus
8. Must be proficient in using Microsoft Office suite of tools.
Education
1. Juris Doctorate, Bachelors of Law or equivalent from recognized University, preferably post graduations studies or
master degree of law;