SR. COUNSEL (LIQ, DRY PROD & GAS MARKT)

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QatarEnergy

Overview Provide legal support for QatarEnergy’s ship acquisitions and marine transportation activities related to the commercialization of LNG, crude & other liquid petroleum products, petrochemicals, chemicals & fertilizers, including the negotiation of all agreements related to (i) the acquisition & disposal of shipping capacity including sale & purchase agreements, shipbuilding contracts, charter agreements (time, voyage and bareboat), contracts of affreightment and container feedering contracts; (ii) vessel financing, and (iii) any ancillary services required plus the administration of those agreements and the management of all related claims and disputes, including price and charter rate reviews ("Shipping Activities"). The Shipping section will support three client groups : (i) QatarEnergy LNG Marketing; (ii) QatarEnergy Trading; and (iii) QatarEnergy Marketing and Trading.

Responsibilities

Provide legal support for QatarEnergy’s ship acquisitions and marine transportation activities.

Assist with the acquisition and disposal of shipping capacity, including sale & purchase agreements, shipbuilding contracts, charter agreements, contracts of affreightment and container feedering contracts.

Handle vessel financing and any ancillary services required, plus the administration of those agreements and management of all related claims and disputes, including price and charter rate reviews.

Required Experience And Skills

At least ten years’ experience in private practice or in-house, in relation to Shipping Activities.

Strong legal (including drafting) skills.

Experience dealing with regulators and government representatives.

Ability to assimilate complex legal matters and provide practical advice to non-lawyers.

Excellent command of written and spoken English. Effective communication skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team player. Highly motivated, proactive, organized, and self-disciplined.

Proficient in the use of Microsoft 365 suite of applications.

Educational Qualifications JD / LLB (or equivalent) degree at a recognized university.

Job details

Seniority level : Not Applicable

Employment type : Full-time

Job function : Legal

Industries : Oil and Gas

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