Senior Legal Specialist - Real Estate

Position Overview

Levante Holding is looking for a skilled and driven Senior Legal Specialist with comprehensive expertise in the real estate domain. The role involves overseeing legal aspects of property deals, contractual agreements, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution while ensuring strict adherence to relevant laws and company policies within Qatar.

Primary Duties

• Prepare, examine, and negotiate various legal documents such as sale and purchase agreements, lease contracts, memoranda of understanding, and other contracts.
• Offer legal counsel related to real estate transactions, property developments, and investment activities.
• Ensure adherence to Qatari laws, government regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Coordinate with governmental agencies, regulatory entities, and external legal advisors as needed.
• Perform legal due diligence for property acquisition, disposal, and development initiatives.
• Manage and assist in litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution proceedings.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate legal documentation and records.
• Advise internal teams on legal risks and propose risk mitigation approaches.
• Continuously monitor changes and updates in real estate legislation and regulations in Qatar.

Qualifications and Experience

• Holder of a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree; possession of a Master of Laws (LLM) is an asset.
• At least five years of professional experience in the real estate legal field.
• Demonstrated experience managing property legal matters within Qatar or the GCC region is advantageous.
• Thorough understanding of contract law, property law, and regulatory systems.

Skills and Capabilities

• Proficiency in Arabic and English languages, both spoken and written, is compulsory.
• Outstanding abilities in legal drafting and negotiation.
• Strong skills in analytical reasoning and resolving complex problems.
• Keen attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Capability to perform effectively under pressure and comply with deadlines.