Job title General Counsel Grade
Stream Legal Function Legal
Location Oman- Salalah Budget control Nill
Reporting to Chief Executive Officer Direct Reports • Snr Enterprise Governance, Risk & Control
• IC Legal Counsel
• IC Legal associate
Job purpose
The General Counsel provides comprehensive legal support to OQBI (SFZ) SAOC and OQ LPG (SFZ) (the “OQBI”) in all legal matters related to corporate governance, operational issues, and projects. This role will offer legal guidance on contracts, procurement, legal risk assessments, litigation, and dispute resolution while ensuring compliance with Omani laws and regulations.
This role is guided in accordance with the OQBi’s Mission, Vision, Values, and Strategies, as well as policies, guidelines, and both local & international standards. It is supported by an IT Technology platform, HSSE standards, Omani government regulations, legal justifications, and best international practices. All these elements are aligned with the national objectives of Oman.
Main tasks and responsibilities
Scope • OQBI (OQ LPG (SFZ) SAOC and OQ Methanol (SFZ) SAOC) Long-term strategy
o Board of Director matters related with OQBI
o Legal Corporate Governance
o Operational matters
o Contracts
o Employment matters
o Legal Risk Assessments
o Claims and dispute management.
o Litigation and dispute Resolution
o Reviews, Drafting and Negotiations of material agreements
Accountabilities:
Legal Strategy and Support • Advise on legal matters including contracts, corporate documents, risk assessments, and legal opinions.
• Collaborate with management and external legal counsel to minimize legal risks and ensure compliance with applicable laws.
• Stay updated on legal developments and ensure the company complies with statutory and regulatory obligations.
Corporate Governance • Support the integrity of the organization’s governance structure, policies, and procedures.
• Act as a legal advisor to the Board of Directors and provide assistance on corporate governance matters.
Board Secretary • Manage all activities related to the Board of Directors, including organizing meetings, preparing materials, and ensuring proper documentation.
Contracts and Agreements & External Communications • Develops and maintains a contracts and legal database.
• Reviews, drafting and negotiations of a variety of commercial agreements.
• Assists in the legal support and contractual assessments of claims and disputes against these entities/projects undertaken.
• Reviews and advises (or draft) external communications to stakeholders, contractors and government authorities as well as provide recommendations and representation to management which include all corporate, investment and commercial transactions, vendor service contracts, commercial and business agreements, third party outsourcing contracts and other related matters.
Tendering Process • Coordinates with project managers, commercial and procurement functions in tenders’ processes, considering and advising on exemptions and deviations on OQ standard contract documents in accordance with internal policies and procedures.
Continuous Improvements • Maintains current and up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws including, the Labor Law and the Commercial Companies Law, and advise of any amendments that may affect the companies’ activities.
Risk Assessment and Management • Assist in minimizing legal risks, monitor compliance with laws, industry regulator requirements and license conditions and interface with other legal counsel when required, to ensure that the Company complies with industry regulations and conditions.
Litigation and Dispute Resolution • Advise on claims, litigation, and dispute resolution, liaise with external legal counsel on contentious matters and claims.
External Stakeholder Relationships • Represents legal department in informal and formal meetings, provides advice on legal enquiries and aspects, takes minutes of meetings, and ensures legal actions are followed up and completed.
• Act as a focal point in dealing with external lawyers by selecting and recommending appointments of all external legal counsel, managing, and coordinating the use of their services including effectively managing legal costs within agreed technical and cost parameters and with applicable procurement policies
Key Interactions: Internal: Coordinate and communicate with relevant internal departments and stakeholders to ensure efficient execution of legal responsibilities and support overall corporate compliance.
External: Engage with external entities and authorities to ensure legal and regulatory compliance, provide legal support as needed, and represent the company in legal and regulatory matters.
Notable Working Conditions Position based in Salalah - biweekly travel requirement, office environment, intensive computer screen use/reading, and sporadic visits to the site(s).
Education requirements Bachelor’s degree in laws (required)
Language Fluent in Arabic and English (required)
Requirements & Experience Competencies and skills
• 16+ years of relevant experience in a respected law firm or reputed legal environment.
• Strong technical legal skills, and the ability to take strategic, practical, and commercial views on the challenges.
• An excellent knowledge of Omani Laws and Regulations – companies and corporate laws and regulations
• Strong legal drafting skills in English and Arabic
• A proven record of leading a significant contribution to the successful completion of numerous transactions, projects and matters.
• Ability to cope with pressure, a high volume, high demand and output and varied workload.
• Demonstrated ability to provide concise advice on complex matters and influence clients and stakeholders.
• The highest ethical and professional standards that can be effectively deployed in a proportionate manner, maintaining an effective culture of compliance.
General:
• Capable of inspiring and leading change
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Strong presence in front of senior executives
• Demonstrated strategic orientation
• Critical and strategic analytical skills
• Ability to negotiate and influence
• Ability to identify and mitigate legal, compliance and contractual risks
• Ability to communicate at various corporate levels
• Ability to work across different functions
• Ability to influence internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
Technical:
• Excellent in Microsoft Office programs (MS Word, Power Point, etc.)
• Maintaining effective, accurate and transparent communication with all stakeholders
• Pursues innovation & continuous improvement
• Good knowledge of the legal practices and requirements
• Knowledge of contracts development, drafting, negotiation, assessment of legal and contractual risks, and claims
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