KBN Group Holding
Are you a legal professional with a solid grasp of contracts, corporate law and compliance, and ready to bring your expertise to a dynamic environment in Doha? A reputable organization in Qatar is recruiting a Legal Officer who will provide legal support across the business, help safeguard corporate interests, and ensure regulatory compliance.
About the Company
This opportunity is offered by a well-established firm based in Doha, Qatar. The company operates in a professional, structured environment and places emphasis on legal integrity, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance.
Job Overview
Location: Doha, Qatar
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Department: Legal / Corporate Affairs / Compliance
Reports To: Senior Legal Counsel / Head of Legal / General Counsel
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent; advanced degree or legal qualification advantageous
Experience: Typically 3-6 years of experience in legal roles (corporate, contracts, compliance) within the GCC preferred
Gender: Open
Role – Legal Officer
You will be responsible for supporting the legal department in managing contracts, advising on regulatory matters, ensuring compliance, and assisting with corporate legal matters. Your role will help mitigate legal risks, support business units with legal queries, and strengthen the company’s legal framework.
Key Responsibilities
Draft, review and negotiate commercial contracts, supplier agreements, service agreements and MOUs.
Provide legal advice to internal stakeholders on commercial, employment, regulatory and compliance issues.
Ensure adherence to Qatar’s laws and regulations, and company legal policies.
Collaborate with external legal counsel as needed and manage legal vendors.
Maintain legal files, track key dates, manage contract archives and ensure documentation integrity.
Monitor regulatory developments and update business units accordingly.
Assist with dispute resolution, internal investigations, and compliance audits.
Prepare legal reports and present findings to senior management.
Required Qualifications & Skills
Bachelor’s in Law (LLB) or equivalent; practising qualification or membership would be a plus.
3-6 years of relevant experience in corporate legal or contracts roles, preferably in Qatar or GCC.
Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills.
Good knowledge of Qatari legal system, commercial law, employment law, and compliance frameworks.
Excellent communication skills in English; Arabic is highly advantageous.
Analytical, detail-oriented, able to manage multiple legal issues simultaneously.
Salary & Market Insight
Legal Officer roles in Qatar generally offer salaries starting around QAR 9,000/month and up depending on experience and responsibility.
For a mid-level position with 3-6 years’ experience, a competitive salary range is QAR 10,000 to QAR 15,000/month, plus usual benefits.
What We Offer
A great chance to work in a well-regarded organization in Doha.
The opportunity to contribute meaningfully in a legal capacity, with exposure to diverse contract and compliance matters.
Standard employment benefits in Qatar (health insurance, vacation, allowances) as per company policy.
Location & Work Conditions
Based in Doha; office-based role with collaboration across departments and occasional interaction with external legal advisers.
Standard working hours; may require flexibility when dealing with legal deadlines or urgent matters.
Growth & Career Path
With solid performance you may progress to roles such as Senior Legal Officer, Legal Manager, or Head of Legal Compliance.
Exposure to varied legal matters helps build a strong foundation for leadership in legal, risk or compliance functions.
How to Apply
When applying for Legal Officer (Ref: #509119), please include:
Updated CV highlighting your legal experience (contracts, compliance, corporate law).
Examples of significant contracts or legal projects you handled.
Your notice period, availability, and expected salary.
