Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Legal Counsel / Commercial Lawyer with experience of the broadcast/media sector to join a major media organisation based in Qatar as their Manager – Legal Affairs & Contracts where you'll oversee critical legal functions, ensuring compliance, managing contracts, and providing strategic legal guidance.
What You’ll Do:
- Contract Management: Lead the drafting, reviewing, and negotiation of key contracts (service agreements, licensing, non-disclosure agreements, etc.), ensuring clarity, enforceability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Legal Affairs: Provide comprehensive legal advice on corporate matters, ensure regulatory compliance, and manage intellectual property assets.
- Corporate Governance: Support the Board of Directors and ensure ethical standards are upheld across the organization.
- Strategic Contribution: Contribute to the organization’s long-term business strategy, ensuring alignment with legal objectives.
- Team Leadership: Manage and develop a high-performing legal team, ensuring efficient delivery of legal services and compliance.
About You:
- Bachelor’s degree in Law with 10+ years of experience, including at least 4 years in a leadership role.
- Expertise in corporate law, contract management, and regulatory compliance gained from a leading broadcast/media/film organization.
- Strong negotiation skills and high commercial awareness.
- Fluency in English
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to handle complex legal challenges under pressure.
Why Join?
- Be a key player in shaping the organization’s legal strategies.
- Work in a fast-paced, diverse environment with opportunities for continuous growth.
- Competitive tax-free salary and benefits package.