Senior Legal Counsel – Aberdeen

This senior legal position involves providing strategic legal support for front-end projects, commercial transactions, and operations within the energy sector. The role requires managing complex project agreements, advising on multi-jurisdictional legal issues, and ensuring compliance with local laws and industry standards. Candidates will collaborate with various business units to integrate legal risk management into all stages of project execution and tender processes. They will also oversee contractual negotiations, dispute resolution, and external legal relationships, ensuring legal and regulatory obligations are met. The position demands a pragmatic, detail-oriented approach and strong interpersonal skills to build effective stakeholder relationships globally. It involves adapting legal templates for local requirements, managing legal spend, and supporting regulatory audits and compliance strategies.