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M&A Lawyer - Energy

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We are working with a well regarded organisation who is seeking a Legal Counsel or Senior Legal Counsel to support a broad range of corporate and commercial activities, including complex transactions and strategic projects. You will play a key role in supporting asset management, joint venture governance, and business-wide decision-making across a diverse and evolving portfolio.

To be considered you must have:

  • 7+PQE and qualified in UK, US or Australia etc.
  • Solid private practice training at a well regarded international firm, with a strong background in corporate M&A
  • Candidates must have experience advising on upstream oil and gas M&A

If you meet the criteria, please get in touch with a copy of your CV at charlotte.hannaway@robertwalters.com and if suitable I will be in touch to arrange a confidential discussion. Due to the volume of applications, unfortunately people who are not suitable will not be contacted.

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Legal

Focus: In-house Legal Counsel

Industry: Legal

Salary: Negotiable

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Associate

Location: Abu Dhabi

Job Reference: UOQ3J6-49987133

Date posted: 4 May 2026

Consultant: Charlotte Hannaway