Job Description

Reporting directly to the CEO, the role plays a critical part in overseeing regulatory compliance, commercial agreements, and legal frameworks across multiple project phases. Operating within the power and utilities sector, the role requires deep familiarity with industry-specific contracts and regulatory structures within a complex infrastructure environment.
Client Details
A new entity backed by a well - established and highly successful organisation in Abu Dhabi, competing at an international scale.
Description
Lead the legal and contractual strategy across all phases of the project, ensuring alignment with regulatory and commercial goals
Draft, review, and negotiate complex agreements including PPA, O&M, LTSA, Fuel Supply, and EPC contracts
Manage correspondence and relationships with counterparties to protect legal and commercial interests
Oversee compliance with UAE regulatory requirements, including permits, certifications, and statutory registrations
Support corporate governance through preparation of board resolutions, shareholder documentation, and statutory filings
Coordinate with external legal counsel and advisors on specialized matters and dispute resolution
Collaborate with finance and technical teams to finalise settlement systems and ensure contractual obligations are met
Profile
Minimum 15 years of legal experience, with at least 8 years focused on contract management in the power/utilities sector
Strong understanding of IWPP frameworks and key agreements such as PPA, EPC, O&M, LTSA, and Fuel Supply contracts
Demonstrated ability to manage complex multi-stakeholder environments and regulatory compliance in the UAE
Skilled in drafting, negotiating, and reviewing high-value commercial contracts with strategic impact
Fluent in English; fluency in Arabic would be advantageous
Job Offer
Attractive compensation package
Opportunity to work closely with leadership in an impactful role

Skills Required