An international EPC contractor is seeking an experienced
Senior Legal Counsel
to support major pipeline, industrial, and infrastructure projects across the
CIS region. Based in
Doha , this role will focus on contracts, claims, and day-to-day legal support for complex live projects operating in a cross-border environment.
Key Responsibilities
Draft, review, negotiate, and administer
EPC-related contracts , purchase orders, supply agreements, and subcontractor contracts
Manage legal and contractual relationships with suppliers, vendors, and subcontractors
Support contract lifecycle management from tender stage through execution, amendments, completion, and close-out
Handle claims, disputes, variations, extensions of time, and performance-related contractual matters
Identify contractual risks and develop practical mitigation strategies
Ensure contract documentation aligns with English law principles and international contracting standards
Work closely with project, procurement, finance, and commercial teams on day-to-day project matters
Support negotiations on commercial settlements, change orders, and claims resolution
Coordinate with external counsel when disputes or specialist legal input is required
Maintain templates, internal processes, and contract governance controls
Provide regular updates to management on contractual exposure and key legal risks
Key Requirements
8+ years of relevant legal experience, with a strong focus on
mandatory EPC contracts experience
Solid background in supplier, vendor, procurement, and subcontractor agreements
Good knowledge of English law and common law contracting structures
Fluent
English
required
Russian
is strongly preferred
Willingness to be based in Doha with occasional regional travel
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