KEO, a leading global design and project management firm, is looking for an experienced Legal Counsel to join our dynamic team in Dubai. As a Legal Counsel, you will be integral in providing legal guidance, managing disputes, and ensuring the company’s contractual obligations are met in alignment with corporate goals. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to high-profile projects in a rapidly growing organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Head of Legal with coordination of arbitration and legal proceedings involving KEO, in collaboration with external legal counsel when necessary.

• Conduct legal research and provide updates on relevant changes in laws and regulations impacting KEO’s business operations.

• Support the review and negotiation of client contracts, ensuring compliance with KEO’s standard contractual procedures.

• Provide advice on claims, bonds, insurance, and contractual issues for KEO’s senior management team.

• Review Request for Proposal (RFP), Invitation to Tender (ITT) terms, contract conditions, and associated legal obligations, working with the bid team.

• Oversee the preparation and execution of joint ventures (JV), MOUs, NDAs, and client/subcontractor agreements.

• Negotiate contract terms with clients, consultants, and contractors, ensuring all agreements are met during project execution.

• Assist in preparing claims for submission to clients and defend against third-party claims.

• Participate in senior management meetings and contribute to regional business planning.

• Assist in training and seminars, guiding other departments on contractual and legal best practices.

• Prepare and finalize legal documentation for project-related agreements and contracts.

• Travel as required to support project needs and external consultations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law (Master’s Degree or Engineering qualification with legal qualification preferred).

• Minimum 5 years of experience in contract advisory roles, particularly in construction, engineering, or project management sectors.

• Strong understanding of construction claims, dispute resolution, and project-based contracts.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

• Experience in managing high-value legal claims and contract disputes.

About KEO:
KEO is a creative enterprise renowned for its end-to-end services in planning, design, and project delivery within both the built and natural environments. With over 60 years of excellence, KEO has delivered some of the world’s most ambitious and iconic projects. Recognized as one of the top international design and project management firms, KEO provides exceptional career growth and fosters a culture of well-being and innovation.