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Michael Page

Associate Director - Legal (Construction)

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Job Description

  • Lead complex construction disputes on landmark giga‑projects
  • Senior in‑house role with strategic exposure and influence

About Our Client

A government‑backed organisation delivering one of Middle East's large‑scale development programmes. The organisation works with global contractors, consultants and investors on projects of national significance.

Job Description

  • Lead and manage complex construction disputes, claims and arbitrations
  • Draft, review and negotiate settlement agreements and dispute documentation
  • Advise on contractual risk across major construction and development projects
  • Support PPP, joint venture and consortium arrangements from a legal perspective
  • Work closely with senior leadership, project teams and external counsel
  • Provide pragmatic legal input during live project execution
  • Contribute to dispute avoidance strategies and claims management processes

The Successful Applicant

  • 4-6 years post‑qualification experience in contentious construction law
  • Background in a well‑regarded private practice law firm within the GCC
  • Strong experience handling construction claims, disputes and arbitrations
  • Exposure to large‑scale development or infrastructure projects
  • Solid understanding of contractual risk management and dispute resolution
  • Familiarity with KSA regulations and relevant Sharia law principles
  • Admitted or eligible to practise in a Commonwealth jurisdiction

What's On Offer

  • Exposure to globally recognised, landmark development projects
  • Competitive package with long‑term career progression
  • Senior role with influence across legal and commercial strategy

Contact: Matt Jones

Quote job ref: JN-042026-7002935

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Job ID: 146441787