Junior Legal Counsel

Six Construct, a subsidiary of the BESIX Group, is the largest Belgian construction company operating in the Middle East. The company combines the efforts of a highly skilled workforce, along with strategic planning and innovative use of technology to overcome the most complex business challenges. Six Construct is a multi-services company that operates in the construction of commercial and residential buildings, sport and leisure facilities, infrastructure and marine-related projects. The company currently employs a workforce of approximately 4,000 in the Middle East, and a total of 10,000 worldwide.

What You’ll Drive

• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage large scale construction claims and disputes (including claims preparation, negotiation, adjudication, mediation and all types of ADR).
• Involvement in non-contentious (including dispute avoidance, training and workshops, drafting agreements and standard terms and conditions, contract reviews and negotiation, and providing management and site team with practical advice on specialist, large scale complex or problem projects).
• Tracked record experience in providing end to end support in the management of contentious matters.
• Knowledge of the range of applicable laws and regulations which impact on all facets of the operations.
• Knowledge and understanding of local courts system and arbitration forum (ICC, DIAC, DIFC,…).
• Ability to analyze and interpret issues and to prepare legal opinions.
• Ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
• Knowledge of current and developing legal issues and trends in area of expertise.
• Ability to supervise and coordinate the work of legal professionals, paraprofessionals, and consultants.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Negotiating skills.
• Knowledge of financial/business analysis techniques.
• Knowledge of legal documentation procedures and requirements.
• Ability to develop and implement legal strategies and solutions.
• Knowledge of community legal resources.
• Ability to develop and deliver presentations.

You’re a Great Fit If You Have

• Minimum of 3 PQE ideally with experience in project finance, PPP, infrastructure, and construction project.
• Proven experience as a legal counsel in business environment.
• Full comprehension of the influences of the external environment of a corporation.
• Demonstrated ability to create legal defensive or proactive strategies.
• High degree of professional ethics and integrity.
• Sound judgement and ability to analyze situations and information.
• Outstanding communication skills.
• Highly analytical with a strong attention to detail.
• Outstanding managerial and negotiation skills.
• BSc degree in Law or J.D. degree.
• M.Sc. in Construction Law and Dispute Resolution and fluency in Arabic and or French will be considered an advantage.

Why You’ll Enjoy Working with Us

• Exciting Projects
• Career Growth
• Diverse Team
• Competitive Benefits
• Positive Workplace Culture

Six Construct is guided by our core values of respect, excellence, co-creation, passion, and unity. Our values are at the heart of everything we do, creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, secure, and motivated to reach their full potential.