We are looking for a highly motivated Senior Contract Counsel to join a group of seasoned international legal professionals based at our client's Center of Excellence in Beirut, Lebanon . The ideal candidate will have experience working in an in-house legal department with a focus on contract law.
Role and Responsibilities
- We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Contracts Counsel to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a law firm or in-house legal department, with a focus on contract law. The Senior Contracts Counsel will be responsible for :
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of contracts and agreements, including but not limited to, client contracts (services and sales contracts), vendor contracts, licensing agreements, confidentiality agreements and employment agreements.
- Ensure that all contracts are generally enforceable in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Provide legal guidance and support to clients regarding contract-related matters.
- Conduct legal research and stay up to date on relevant laws and regulations.
- Collaborate with other members of the legal team to provide comprehensive legal solutions to clients.
- Manage and prioritize a large volume of contracts and agreements.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
Required Skills / Qualification
LLB, Juris Doctor or higher-level law degree.8 to 15 years of experience drafting / negotiating commercial contracts, gained either in a law firm or an in-house legal department.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Preferred Skills / QualificationExperience acquired working within mature organizations (law firm or international organization).Knowledge of Corporate Compliance Programs (training, administration, etc.).Experience providing Contracts-related training to non-legal professionals.Experience working with clients / colleagues across multiple territories / time zones.Familiarity with legal project management tools and software.Familiarity with billing / time logging software / platforms (e.g., Clio).Familiarity reviewing commercial contracts with AI tools.Languages
Must be fluent in : English
Arabic
French
Good to have
Spanish