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Weatherford

Legal Counsel - Legal Department

Muscat

FULL TIME

September 10, 2024

Job Overview
To provide legal advisory, company secretarial, corporate and administrative support to the Legal team. Carry out a wide range of legal and administrative duties. The role involves knowledge and experience in corporate and oil and gas law and specialist duties and direct contact with customers, suppliers, government entities and outside counsels.


Responsibilities:
  • Review, draft and negotiate company's revenue generating contracts and escalating legal risks for the necessary approvals in accordance with the company's contracting policy for oil and gas services.
  • Review, draft and negotiate third party supply contracts.
  • Assisting with company incorporation and obtaining the relevant government approvals and any other legal approvals.
  • Drafting and reviewing any required joint venture agreements, formation agreements, shareholder and board resolutions, articles of association, memorandum of association and powers of attorney.
  • Working on the issuance of any necessary powers of attorney and notarising them.
  • Assisting with any commercial and labour disputes related matters.
  • Updating and completing all forms and legal documents required by the government in Oman in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations.
  • inquiring and responding to any labour related and government related queries as assigned by the Senior Counsel Oman
  • Provide legal advice to internal departments when required supporting the business in taking related decisions.
  • Researching and advising on legal queries pertaining to Omani laws.
  • Keeping records of all corporate documents for the various legal entities in Oman.
  • Dealing with external counsel in relation to any legal matters, litigation cases and tracking legal expenses.
  • Assisting with the settlement of legal invoices to external counsel, etc.
  • Proof-reading, reviewing and drafting letters, contracts and legal documents including agency agreements, third party services agreements, software license agreements, parent company guarantees, bank guarantees etc.
  • Liaise with agents, intermediaries and co-workers, reviewing and organizing documents and reports and preparing individual files for due diligence on all agents, distributors and third-party intermediaries for purposes of FCPA compliance review.
  • Assist with all required compliance related requests including training and investigation of reported matters.
  • Perform other duties which may be assigned from time to time.
  • Ensuring to inform the Senior Counsel Oman and the Oman management of any updates in relation to the above.

Skills:
  • Ability to use Windows for Office including Word, Powerpoint and Outlook
  • Excellent written and oral communication, both in English and Arabic
  • Computer literate and familiar with Microsoft Office softwares
  • Fast learner, results oriented and independent with strong interpersonal skills
  • Must be a strong communicator and able to deal with governmental authorities
  • Possess strong interpersonal service skills, i.e. listening, follow-through, willingness to help
  • Ability to adapt positively to changes in policies, procedures, priorities or work environments
  • Good presentation, analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve complex issues
  • Excellent keyboard skills
  • Good organizational skills
  • Familiarity with legal documents and word formatting
  • Sound drafting skills
  • Ability to manage tight deadlines and work under stress
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Knowledge in MS Office applications
  • Possess excellent project planning and project management skills with the ability to develop short-term plans/goals
  • Be able to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to travel independently

Qualifications:
  • Law Degree from a reputable university. Qualified lawyer in Oman or another recognised jurisdiction.
  • Must be an Omani national
  • Fluency in English and Arabic
  • At least 3 years of experience with a reputable law firm or multi-national corporation
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