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Legal & Insurance Claims A leading international energy organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join its headquarters team in the Middle East. This is a rare opportunity for a senior energy lawyer to play a key role in high-value LNG and energy trading activities, advising on complex cross-border transactions, long-term LNG Sales & Purchase Agreements, trading operations, exports, regulatory matters, and dispute resolution. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership and commercial teams, providing strategic legal guidance across a global portfolio of energy trading and infrastructure activities. Key Requirements: • Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) and/or US Attorney • 15+ years’ experience in energy law and international commercial transactions • Strong LNG and energy trading experience • Proven track record negotiating complex SPAs and commercial agreements • In-house experience within the energy, LNG, oil & gas, or trading sectors preferred • Experience working across multiple jurisdictions and international markets • Willingness to relocate on an expatriate basis This position offers the opportunity to influence major international energy transactions while working within a highly strategic and globally focused environment. For a confidential discussion, please get in touch. Senior Counsel – Middle East Not the right role for you? Register your CV with us to be considered for future opportunities that match your profile. We have been made aware of a company falsely claiming to act on behalf of Spinnaker. We do not recruit for roles onboard ships and would never request payment from candidates. If you are contacted about an opportunity and are unsure of its validity, please get in touch with us so we can confirm if it is genuine. Teresa Peacock Managing Director, Executive Search Know someone perfect for a role? Refer a candidate to Spinnaker and earn up to £1,000 or donate it to charity. Terms apply. Help us connect talent to opportunity! Find Out More Job has been added to your shortlist.