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Commercial Legal Counsel

  • GE Vernova
  • Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates · Remote
  • Posted 18 Oct
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Job type
Full-time
Work mode
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Seniority
Senior
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Summary

GE Vernova is seeking a Commercial Legal Counsel to advise project management and sourcing teams on complex infrastructure projects across the SEMEA region. The role covers tender strategy, contract drafting and negotiation, project execution, claims, disputes, and regional legal compliance. Applicants need at least six years of relevant experience, admission to the bar in France or another relevant jurisdiction, and fluency in French and English. The position is remote, based in Abu Dhabi, requires travel within SEMEA for about 25% of the time, and does not include relocation assistance.

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Job Description Summary

GE Vernova recherche un(e) Juriste d'affaires (Commercial Legal Counsel) hautement qualifié(e) et pragmatique pour soutenir le développement de nos activités dans la région SEMEA. Dans ce rôle charnière, vous agirez en tant que conseiller juridique principal auprès des équipes de gestion de projet et de sourcing, en équilibrant les objectifs commerciaux avec une gestion rigoureuse des risques. Vous superviserez le cycle de vie complet de projets d'infrastructure complexes, depuis l'appel d'offres initial jusqu'à l'exécution du projet et, si nécessaire, la résolution des litiges.

Job Description

Responsabilités principales

  • Appels d’offres et structuration de contrats : Piloter la stratégie juridique pour les appels d’offres à enjeux élevés. Conseiller sur les structures de transaction, rédiger et négocier des accords complexes avec des entités privées et publiques, et garantir la conformité de tous les contrats aux exigences réglementaires régionales.
  • Exécution de projets : Fournir un soutien juridique continu pour des mégaprojets (EPC, clé en main, contrats de maintenance à long terme (LTSA), exploitation et maintenance (O&M)). Collaborer avec les équipes de gestion de contrats et gestion de projets pour gérer les avenants, les ordres de variation et la gestion des réclamations afin de minimiser les risques de contentieux.
  • Résolution des litiges : Gérer les litiges dans la région SEMEA sous la supervision du General Counsel de la région et en coordination avec le Responsable de la résolution des litiges Electrification, en ayant recours, selon le cas, au contentieux, à l’arbitrage, à la médiation ou aux négociations transactionnelles.
  • Conformité et conseil : Conseiller sur la conformité légale et réglementaire en France, dans l'Union européenne et dans l'ensemble de la région SEMEA.
  • Collaboration stratégique : Travailler de manière transversale avec les équipes EHS (Hygiène, Sécurité, Environnement), Propriété Intellectuelle (PI), RH et Conformité pour développer les meilleures pratiques. Créer et dispenser des formations juridiques et contribuer à l'élaboration de modèles, d'outils et de pratiques normalisées.
  • Déplacements professionnels : Ce poste exige la capacité et la volonté de se déplacer au sein de la région SEMEA, à hauteur d'environ 25 % du temps, pour intervenir sur les sites de projets, mener des négociations en présentiel et collaborer avec les parties prenantes régionales.

Qualifications

  • Formation : Diplôme en droit (Master 2, LL.B., JD ou équivalent) d’une faculté de droit reconnue.
  • Admission au barreau : Avocat au barreau en France ou membre en règle d'un barreau dans une juridiction pertinente. Une qualification de « solicitor » en Angleterre serait un atout.
  • Expérience : Minimum de 6 ans d'expérience, de préférence en tant que juriste d'entreprise ou au sein d'un cabinet d'avocats de premier plan.
  • Expertise spécialisée : Expérience démontrée dans les transactions commerciales internationales complexes au sein des secteurs de l'énergie, de la construction ou des infrastructures. Solide expérience en gestion de réclamations (claims management) et en résolution de litiges.
  • Langues : Parfaite maîtrise du français et de l'anglais indispensable. La maîtrise d'autres langues européennes et/ou de la langue arabe est un atout.

Compétences personnelles et standards de comportement

  • Influence stratégique : Capacité à influencer la direction et à naviguer dans une organisation complexe, internationale et matricielle.
  • Agilité : Esprit proactif capable de gérer l'ambiguïté, les changements rapides et les délais multiples sous pression.
  • Sens des affaires : Approche pragmatique et axée sur les solutions, capable de simplifier des questions juridiques complexes pour soutenir la croissance de l'entreprise.
  • Maîtrise technologique : À l'aise et agile dans l'utilisation d'outils d'intelligence artificielle juridique et de méthodologies de simplification des processus.
  • Communication : Excellentes compétences interpersonnelles et de présentation, avec la capacité de communiquer efficacement dans des contextes multiculturels et géographiques variés.

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GE Vernova is seeking a highly skilled and pragmatic Commercial Legal Counsel to support our growing business in the SEMEA region. In this pivotal role, you will act as a key legal advisor to project management and sourcing teams, balancing commercial objectives with robust risk mitigation. You will oversee the full lifecycle of complex infrastructure projects—from initial tender to project execution and, where necessary, dispute resolution.

Key Responsibilities

  • Tendering & Deal Structuring: Lead the legal strategy for high-stakes tenders. Advise on deal structures, draft and negotiate complex agreements with private and government entities, and ensure all contracts align with regional regulatory requirements.
  • Project Execution: Provide ongoing legal support for mega-projects (EPC, Turnkey, LTSA, O&M). Partner with Contract and Project Management teams to handle amendments, variation orders, and claims management to minimize litigation exposure.
  • Dispute Resolution: Manage regional disputes under the supervision of the Lead Counsel and in coordination with the Head of Dispute Resolution, utilizing litigation, arbitration, mediation, or settlement negotiation as appropriate.
  • Compliance & Advisory: Advise on legal and regulatory compliance across France, the EU, and the broader SEMEA region.
  • Strategic Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with EHS, IP, HR, and Compliance teams to develop internal best practices. Create and deliver legal training materials and contribute to the development of standardized templates and tools.
  • Travel Commitment: This role requires the ability and willingness to travel within the SEMEA region, representing approximately 25% of your time, to support project sites, conduct face-to-face negotiations, and engage with regional business stakeholders.

Qualifications

  • Education: LL.B., JD, or equivalent from an accredited law school.
  • Bar Admission: Must be an Avocat in France or a member in good standing of the bar in a relevant jurisdiction. Qualification as a solicitor in England is a plus.
  • Experience: Minimum of 6 years of experience, preferably as in-house counsel or within a top-tier law firm.
  • Specialized Expertise: Demonstrated experience in complex, cross-border commercial transactions within the energy, construction, or infrastructure sectors. Extensive background in claim management and dispute resolution.
  • Languages: Fluency in French and English is mandatory. Proficiency in additional European languages or Arabic is highly desirable.

Personal Competencies & Behavioral Standards

  • Strategic Influence: Ability to influence leadership and navigate a complex, international, and matrixed organization.
  • Agility: A proactive mindset capable of handling ambiguity, rapid change, and high-pressure deadlines.
  • Business Acumen: A pragmatic, solution-oriented approach that simplifies complex legal issues to support business growth.
  • Tech-Forward: Comfortable and agile in the use of legal AI tools and process-simplification methodologies.
  • Communication: Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across diverse cultural and geographic backgrounds.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

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Skills

  • Arbitration
  • Contract Administration
  • Contract Drafting & Review
  • English
  • French
  • Litigation

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