Contract Counsel

We are looking for a highly motivated Contract Counsel to join a group of seasoned international legal professionals based at our clients Center of Excellence in Beirut Lebanon. The ideal candidate will have experience working in an inhouse legal department with a focus on contract law.

Role and Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly motivated Contracts Counsel to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a law firm or inhouse legal department with a focus on contract law. The 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 contractrelated 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 higherlevel law degree.
• 3 to 5 years of experience drafting/negotiating commercial contracts gained either in a law firm or an inhouse legal department.
• Strong analytical and problemsolving 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 / Qualification

• Experience acquired working within mature organizations (law firm or international organization).
• Knowledge of Corporate Compliance Programs (training administration etc.).
• Experience providing Contractsrelated training to nonlegal 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

Remote Work :

No