Head of Legal

Roles Objective:

Responsible for leading and managing the Legal Section to provide strategic legal advice and support to QNCC across all business operations, including cement manufacturing, quarry operations, construction projects, procurement, commercial transactions, corporate governance, litigation, arbitration, labor matters, and regulatory compliance. Accountable for safeguarding the Company's legal interests, mitigating legal risks, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and supporting QNCC's strategic objectives.

Detailed Roles and Responsibilities: 

STRATEGIC

·       Develop and implement the Legal Section strategy, objectives, policies, and procedures in alignment with QNCC's corporate strategy and governance framework.

·       Provide strategic legal advice to the CEO and Executive Management on matters affecting the Company's operations, investments, projects, and business objectives.

·       Establish and maintain an effective legal risk management framework to identify, assess, and mitigate legal and contractual risks.

·       Support major capital projects, plant expansions, quarry developments, and strategic initiatives by providing legal guidance and oversight.

·       Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, corporate governance requirements, and industry best practices.

Prepare and manage the Legal Section budget and ensure effective utilization of resources.

OPERATIONAL

Legal Operations & Contract Management

·       Lead and supervise the provision of legal services across all QNCC operations.

·       Draft, review, negotiate, and manage all contracts, agreements, memoranda, tenders, procurement contracts, service agreements, consultancy agreements, and commercial arrangements.

·       Provide legal support for major construction projects, engineering contracts, equipment supply contracts, maintenance agreements, and industrial service contracts.

·       Review and advise on tender documents, bid submissions, contract awards, variation orders, claims, and dispute resolution matters.

·       Manage litigation, arbitration, labor disputes, insurance claims, and regulatory investigations involving the Company.

·       Coordinate with external legal counsel and oversee the management of all external legal matters.

·       Provide legal advice relating to quarry operations, land use rights, environmental permits, mining activities, and governmental approvals.

·       Monitor developments in Qatar laws and regulations and advise management on their impact on the Company.

·       Review and approve legal documentation relating to corporate governance, board resolutions, shareholder matters, and regulatory filings.

·       Support investigations relating to employee misconduct, contractual breaches, fraud, and compliance violations.

·       Maintain legal records, contract registers, litigation records, and legal documentation systems.

·       Represent QNCC before courts, arbitration tribunals, government authorities, regulatory bodies, and external stakeholders when required.

·       Perform other related duties as needed upon request by the CEO.

·       Supervise and review the preparation of all necessary applications and documents for obtaining registrations, renewals, licenses, approvals, and completing incorporation formalities, and other legal/administrative procedures for the company.

·       Stay informed of relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices to ensure QNCC's compliance and provide guidance to management

·       Identify and manage legal risks to protect the interests of QNCC and minimize potential liabilities.

Educational Qualifications:

·    Bachelor's degree in law from a recognized university.

·    Master's degree in law (LL.M.), Corporate Law, Commercial Law, or a related field is preferred.

·    Admission to practice law and/or professional legal certification is preferred.

Experience:

Minimum 10–15 years of legal experience, including at least 5 years in a managerial legal position