Manager - Corporate Agreements

Law graduate from HEC (Higher Education Commission) recognized university with 5 years of relevant experience and 2 years of Bar Enrollment.

Responsibilities : Job Summary

The purpose of this position is to prepare and review contracts, providing timely professional legal advice and opinions to user departments of SSGC.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in screening and evaluating agreements / contracts, such as service level agreements, gas sale and purchase agreements (upstream and downstream), and procurement contracts under the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority Rules.
• Determine if agreements serve the company's interests, highlight unfavorable terms, and suggest amendments or removals.
• Study drafts of impending legislation, evaluate their impact on SSGC, and recommend appropriate responses.
• Coordinate with various departments to resolve issues related to contracts and legal matters.
• Assist in drafting contracts, MoUs, and non-disclosure agreements for commercial transactions.
• Prepare amendments to existing contracts, considering legal implications and safeguarding company interests.
• Review tenancy and lease agreements, providing feedback to relevant departments.
• Analyze court decisions on legal issues, assess their impact on operations and ongoing lawsuits, and discuss options with superiors.
• Coordinate with external law firms for specialized legal opinions and ensure requirements are met.
• Participate in negotiations for gas sale agreements within the industry, ensuring legal aspects are addressed.
• Provide legal opinions and guidance on issues and queries from departments.
• Represent SSGC in government and legal forums on legislative matters as required.
• Assist legal counsel in managing lawsuits, including filing and follow-up.
• Attend court hearings on behalf of SSGC when necessary.
• Prepare reports on contract progress and legal document vetting.
• Support junior staff in drafting and legal analysis.
• Identify, assess, and develop strategies for legal risks, monitoring their management.
• Ensure accurate and timely risk reporting.
• Perform any additional tasks assigned by superiors.

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