Senior Legal Counsel

About Positive ZeroPositive Zero is powering the region’s energy transition by helping businesses, communities, and cities take control of their energy future—without the upfront cost or complexity.With over 500 MW of decentralised power in operation and $31M in client savings to date, we’re a leading energy transition partner across the GCC for the commercial, industrial, and public sectors.Our decarbonisation-as-a-service model integrates solar, on-site utilities, energy efficiency, fleet electrification, and clean energy on demand—reducing costs, consumption, and carbon footprint.We manage everything end-to-end, with a 200-strong team across Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Oman, and Bahrain delivering scalable, long-term solutions.Job Title: Senior Legal CounselPosition SummaryWe are looking for an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join our growing team. This is a hands-on, business-facing role providing pragmatic legal support across commercial, project, and corporate matters. The role is ideal for a lawyer who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, partnering closely with stakeholders across the business, and taking ownership of legal matters from start to finish while helping support the company's continued growth.Key ResponsibilitiesDraft, review, and negotiate a range of commercial agreements (EPC, O&M, supply, services, NDAs, partnerships)Support project development, transactions, and financing documentationAdvise on corporate structuring and governance mattersManage external counsel where requiredProvide practical, day-to-day legal guidance to internal stakeholdersIdentify and mitigate legal and regulatory risksRequirements7–10 years’ post-qualification experienceProven UAE legal experience (essential)Commonwealth-qualified lawyer (UK, Australia, New Zealand, Canada)Training and/or post-qualification experience with a leading international law firmStrong background in commercial contracting and corporate lawExperience in energy, infrastructure, industrial, or construction sectors is highly advantageousComfortable operating autonomously within a lean teamCommercial, pragmatic, and solutions-oriented approach