Senior Counsel

Company Description Al-Tarek Law Firm is a multidisciplinary legal practice providing civil and corporate litigation services to regional and international clients. The firm supports companies with worldwide formation, governance, and regulatory compliance, helping organizations establish and grow their business footprint. It offers dedicated government affairs counsel, assisting clients in navigating regulatory frameworks and public sector interactions. Al-Tarek Law Firm also provides trade intelligence and business legal services, enabling informed commercial decisions and risk management across diverse industries.
Role Description The Senior Counsel will provide advanced legal advice on civil and corporate matters, oversee complex litigation, and manage a portfolio of business law cases. Responsibilities include drafting and reviewing contracts, corporate documents, and legal opinions, as well as advising on company formation, regulatory compliance, and government affairs. The role involves collaborating with internal teams and clients to develop legal strategies, mitigate risk, and support commercial transactions and trade-related activities. The Senior Counsel will also supervise junior legal staff, maintain accurate case documentation, and stay current with relevant legal and regulatory developments. This is a full-time hybrid role based in Desert of 10th of Ramadan, with a mix of on-site work and some work-from-home flexibility.
Qualifications

• Strong expertise in civil and corporate law, including experience handling complex litigation and business legal matters.
• Demonstrated experience in company formation, corporate governance, and advising on regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
• Proven ability to engage with government entities, manage government affairs, and interpret public regulations and policies.
• Knowledge of trade law and trade intelligence, with the ability to support clients in cross-border transactions and commercial strategies.
• Excellent legal drafting, contract review, negotiation, and analytical skills, with high attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities to work effectively with clients, colleagues, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously, prioritize workload, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Law degree from an accredited institution; bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction required.
• Several years of experience in a law firm or corporate legal department, with prior responsibility at a senior or lead counsel level.
• Commitment to professional ethics, confidentiality, and continuous learning in evolving legal and regulatory areas.