SR. COUNSEL (SHIPPING)

QatarEnergy is an integrated national oil corporation that stands at the forefront of efforts for the long term sustainable
development, utilization and monetization of oil and gas resources in the State of Qatar. In its efforts to become one of the
best national energy companies in the world, QatarEnergy’s activities and those of its subsidiaries and joint ventures,
encompass the entire spectrum of the oil and gas value chain locally, regionally, and internationally. They include the
exploration, refining and production, marketing, and sale of oil and gas, liquefied natural gas (LNG), natural gas liquids
(NGL), gas to liquids (GTL) products, refined products, petrochemicals, fertilizers, steel and aluminum. As an integrated
corporation, QatarEnergy’s activities also include marketing and sale of oil and gas and other various products.
QatarEnergy’s operations and activities are conducted at various onshore locations, including Doha, Dukhan and the
Mesaieed and Ras Laffan Industrial Cities; and at various offshore areas, such as offshore oilfields production stations,
drilling platforms, Halul oil export island, and the North Field, which is the largest single non-associated gas reservoir in the
world covering an area of 6,000 square kilometers. The utilization of this field’s massive reserves has become a primary
national goal to continue the development and prosperity of the country. QatarEnergy pays the utmost attention to the
health and safety of its employees, contractors, visitors and the local communities where it operates. From drilling to
construction, operations to decommissioning, QatarEnergy’s health, safety and environment policy forms an integral part of
the corporation’s daily business and long term planning. QatarEnergy is committed to contribute to a better future by
meeting today’s economic needs, while safeguarding our environment and resources for generations to come. Thriving on
innovation and excellence, QatarEnergy pays the utmost attention to the
health and safety of its employees, contractors, visitors and the local communities where it operates. From drilling to
construction, operations to decommissioning, QatarEnergy’s health, safety and environment policy forms an integral part of
the corporation’s daily business and long term planning. QatarEnergy is committed to contribute to a better future by
meeting today’s economic needs, while safeguarding our environment and resources for generations to come. Thriving on
innovation and excellence, QatarEnergy is bound to the highest levels of sustainable human, socio-economic, and
environmental development in Qatar and beyond.
Department
LEGAL
Primary purpose of job
Provide legal support for QatarEnergy’s ship acquisitions and marine transportation activities
related to the commercialization of LNG, crude & other liquid petroleum products,
petrochemicals, chemicals & fertilizers including the negotiation of all agreements related to (i)
the acquisition & disposal of shipping capacity including sale & purchase agreements,
shipbuilding contracts, charter agreements (time, voyage and bareboat), contracts of
affreightment and container feedering contracts; (ii) vessel financing, and (iii) any ancillary
services required plus the administration of those agreements and the management of all
related claims and disputes, including price and charter rate reviviews (“Shipping Activities”).
The Shipping section will be required to support three distinct client groups: (i) QatarEnergy
LNG Marketing; (ii) QatarEnergy Trading, and (iii) QatarEnergy Marketing and Trading.
Experience & Skills
1. JD/LLB (or equivalent) degree at a recognized university.
2. At least ten years’ experience in private practice or in-house, a substantial amount of
which is in relation to Shipping Activities.
3. Strong legal (including drafting) skills.
4. Experience of dealing with regulators and government representatives.
5. Ability to assimilate complex legal matters and to provide practical advice to nonlawyers.
6. Excellent command of written and spoken English. Effective communication skills.
7. Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team player. Highly motivated,
proactive, organized, and self-disciplined.
8. Proficient in the use of Microsoft 365 suite of applications.
Education
JD/LLB (or equivalent) degree at a recognized university.

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