Co-Sec Counsel (Middle East Relocation)

Co-Sec Counsel | Energy Multinational | The Middle East

Combining an award-winning work culture and unrivalled progression opportunities, this is a unique role for a talented Co-Sec Counsel to supercharge their career in the Middle East.

Well-regarded as one of the largest, highest-performing Energy companies in the world, the business is seeking someone ambitious and driven to join their industry-leading legal team.

Why Work in the Middle East

In-House legal opportunities in the Middle East are very stimulating and also lucrative. Due to increasing international and cross-border work, as well as home-grown development, the scale and quality of the work that in-house lawyers can undertake continues to reach new heights.

The Middle East's transformation over the last decade is a testament to the region's commitment to progress and development. The Middle East is becoming a dynamic, forward-thinking region, embracing change and diversity. Women's empowerment, education, culture, tourism, economic diversification, and environmental sustainability have all played a significant role in shaping the culture of the region.

As the Middle East continues on its path of growth and modernisation, it offers an exciting and promising future for all its citizens, where everyone can work and thrive, enjoying a prosperous, welcoming and beautiful part of the world.

The Role

In this role, you will support the Corporate Secretary and Assistant Corporate Secretary in organising and managing board and board committee meetings (i.e. setting agendas, reviewing and drafting papers, presentations, minutes and resolutions), providing guidance and advice on corporate governance matters, and handling a broad spectrum of related matters that confront a global energy company.

You will be drafting and revising agendas, papers, presentations, minutes and resolutions for executive management and the board of directors. Additionally, you will be liaising with business teams, attorneys and legal professionals around the globe to create, revise and finalise materials for board and board committee meetings.

You will also advise as to board authority questions and corporate governance matters, advise as to shareholder issues and much more.

Requirements

• 6+PQE US/Canada/UK/EU in a law firm and/or in-house at a large multinational corporation
• General corporate experience providing legal support to senior management/board of directors
• Experience working as a corporate secretary

What's on offer

• Join an industry-leading Energy team
• Unrivalled, market-leading salary and benefits package
• Full family relocation package
• Career development support