Junior Legal Counsel

Company Description

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.

Job Description

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).

Qualifications

You’re a Great Fit If You Have

• Minimum 3 years’ post-qualification experience, preferably in project finance, PPP, infrastructure, and construction projects

• Proven experience as an in-house or business-focused legal counsel

• Strong understanding of corporate external environment and regulatory influences

• Ability to develop proactive and defensive legal strategies with high ethical standards

• Excellent analytical skills, sound judgment, and strong attention to detail

• Outstanding communication, negotiation, and presentation skills

• Proven track record in managing contentious matters end to end

• Solid knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and legal documentation procedures

• Familiarity with local courts and arbitration forums (ICC, DIAC, DIFC, etc.)

• Ability to analyze issues, prepare legal opinions, and implement legal solutions

• Capability to supervise, train, and coordinate legal teams and consultants

• Knowledge of current legal trends, financial and business analysis, and community legal resources

• Law degree required; master’s in Construction Law and fluency in Arabic and/or French are advantageous

Why You’ll Enjoy Working with Us

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

Additional Information

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.