Counsel at Excelerate Energy in Dubai

Job description

Excelerate Energy is helping countries around the world enhance energy security through reliable LNG and power infrastructure solutions. We strive to deliver sustainable results by doing what we promise and investing in our people, assets, and technology while promoting a culture of safety, quality, and environmental stewardship. We believe our people are our greatest asset and are committed to fostering a culture of safety, collaboration, and continuous growth. Together, we work to expand access to reliable energy for communities around the world. Excelerate Energy is helping countries around the world enhance energy security through reliable LNG and power infrastructure solutions. We strive to deliver sustainable results by doing what we promise and investing in our people, assets, and technology while promoting a culture of safety, quality, and environmental stewardship. We believe our people are our greatest asset and are committed to fostering a culture of safety, collaboration, and continuous growth. Together, we work to expand access to reliable energy for communities around the world. JOB SUMMARY The Legal Counsel will be a member of the Company's Legal Department, supporting the development, execution, and operation of international LNG and energy infrastructure projects. Reporting to Senior Counsel, the role will involve drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a broad range of commercial, project, and financing agreements; advising cross-functional business teams; supporting transaction execution and project development activities; and assisting with the management of existing contracts, claims, and disputes. The successful candidate will ideally have trained and practised at a top-tier international law firm, with experience in LNG, energy, infrastructure, or project development. Prior in-house, client secondment, or project execution experience would be advantageous. The role offers significant exposure to complex cross-border transactions, LNG commercial arrangements, and major infrastructure projects, with the opportunity to work closely with senior business stakeholders and take increasing ownership of matters as experience develops. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Include but are not limited to the following activities: · Assist with the drafting, review, and negotiation of project and commercial agreements, including LNG sale and purchase agreements, gas sale and transportation agreements, terminal use and regasification agreements, vessel charter and maritime agreements, EPC and construction contracts, guarantees, credit support documents, confidentiality agreements, term sheets, and ancillary project documentation. · Support Commercial, Finance, Operations, Technical, and Project Development teams in identifying and managing legal and contractual risks. · Assist with contract administration and implementation, including monitoring key obligations, milestones, deliverables, claims, and contractual risk. · Prepare first-pass contract markups, comparison tables, issue lists, and contract summaries for review by senior counsel. · Support legal due diligence exercises, transaction management, project approvals, and corporate governance processes. · Coordinate with and assist in the management of external legal counsel and other advisors across relevant jurisdictions. · Conduct legal research and prepare practical written advice, briefing notes, and presentations for internal stakeholders. · Attend project meetings, negotiations, and stakeholder calls, preparing action trackers and follow-up items as required. · Leverage AI and legal technology tools to support drafting, research, document review, and knowledge management, while exercising appropriate judgement and quality control over outputs. · Perform other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS · Qualified lawyer in England and Wales, the United States (Texas or New York), or another recognised common-law jurisdiction.