E&I Projects Associate - Middle East at CMS Law

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Delivery, Risk Analysis, Due Diligence, Drafting Agreements, Negotiation, Concession Agreements, EPC, O&M Agreements, Interface Agreements, Project Execution, Project Financing, Organizational Skills, Communication Skills, Commercial Awareness, FIDIC Documentation, Project Finance Structures

Industry

Legal Services

Description

We are looking to recruit an experienced Energy & Infrastructure Associate into our team in the Middle East, c2-4PQE. Ideally based in Riyadh, can consider UAE. About the role You can expect a great variety of work: Working on all aspects of project delivery, whether that is with sponsors, lenders or procuring authorities. Our projects practice is very broad but the team can point to ongoing work in the following sectors across the region: - Conventional and renewable power - Desalination and wastewater - Transport - Social infrastructure Depending on the nature of the chosen candidate’s workload, the chosen candidate will be working directly with more senior team members. Day to day work will include risk analysis and due diligence, drafting and negotiating concession agreements, EPC, O&M and interface agreements. Project execution is an important aspect of the role, entailing coordination with advisory firms from other disciplines. As most of our projects are related to project financing transactions there is an overlap with our project finance colleagues, allowing the chosen candidate some exposure to work in that practice area. About you We will invest in your ongoing training and development to support your professional goals and help you to thrive in your role from day one. Our opportunities are open to all suitably qualified applicants, so to be considered for this role you must meet the following skills and experience: Essential 2–4 years PQE at a recognised international law firm. Strong experience in project development, energy, infrastructure, utilities, or PPP. Excellent drafting skills and attention to detail. Ability to handle first pass drafting of agreements with minimal supervision. Strong organisational skills and comfort managing multiple workstreams. Excellent communication skills and commercial awareness. Preferred Experience with Middle East infrastructure/energy projects. Familiarity with FIDIC based documentation, project finance structures, and government procurement. Experience interacting with technical and financial advisers. Attributes Proactive, solution oriented and commercially minded. Able to work independently and under pressure. Confident engaging with senior stakeholders. Team focused with a collaborative mindset. Regional experience is beneficial but not critical. What’s in it for you? As a future facing firm, we take a bold, dynamic and agile approach to help clients of every size face the future with confidence. We empower and support our people to realise their ambitions through access to high quality, interesting and engaging work alongside a competitive package. Please note that we have a preferred agency panel in place. Only applications submitted via the portal at the point of instruction will be accepted. Whether you're a lawyer or a finance professional, a business developer or an IT expert, we have a wide range of legal and business careers for you. Find where you belong. Preparing for tomorrow's challenges starts today. That's why CMS adopts a Future Facing approach, ensuring our clients and our people stay ahead in an ever-evolving landscape. Global expertise, local insights.

Responsibilities

The role involves working on all aspects of project delivery for energy and infrastructure projects, including risk analysis, due diligence, and drafting/negotiating various project agreements like concession, EPC, and O&M contracts. Execution requires coordination with advisory firms and involves exposure to project finance transactions.