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Contracts Counsel - Aviation Legal Advisory

Job Overview
Qatar Airways is hiring an experienced Contracts Counsel to join its Legal team in Doha, Qatar. This strategic role focuses on the negotiation and management of aircraft and engine lease, sale, financing, and procurement contracts, offering critical legal support to technical and finance departments within the airline group.

Job Location: Doha, Qatar
Industry: Airlines/Aviation
Function: Legal
Salary: 25,000–35,000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Current Location: Any
Job Type: Full Time

Job Overview
As a Contracts Counsel with Qatar Airways, you will play a vital role in managing complex legal negotiations related to aircraft and engine transactions. You’ll collaborate with external counsel, internal stakeholders, and global suppliers to protect the company’s legal and commercial interests across strategic aviation projects.

Key Responsibilities

* Draft, negotiate, and review contracts related to aircraft and engine sale, leaseback, and financing
* Manage strategic legal agreements and contractual risks across Qatar Airways Group
* Act as the primary legal advisor for assigned technical departments
* Liaise with international law firms on aviation-related finance and procurement deals
* Provide interpretations of contract terms, advise on legal implications, and ensure compliance
* Assist in policy improvements and contract management procedures
* Resolve disputes and identify process optimizations for future transactions
* Prepare high-quality legal documentation in alignment with corporate standards
* Support multiple projects simultaneously and provide legal input on commercial decisions

Job Requirements

* Bachelor’s degree in Law or equivalent; minimum 8 years of relevant legal experience
* Qualified lawyer in a common law jurisdiction (UK preferred)
* Strong background in aircraft finance, leasing, and purchasing contracts
* In-house legal experience within an airline or top-tier aviation law firm preferred
* Demonstrated experience handling international negotiations and complex legal documentation
* Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken
* Able to manage pressure, deadlines, and multiple high-stakes projects

What We Offer

* Attractive tax-free salary package
* Housing and transportation allowances in Doha
* Annual leave and paid air travel
* Medical insurance and family benefits
* Opportunity to work on global aviation legal deals
* Career progression with a world-leading airline group

About the Company
Qatar Airways Group is a world-renowned aviation enterprise that operates across 12 diverse businesses, including its flagship airline. Headquartered in Doha, Qatar Airways is recognized as one of the most awarded and fastest-growing airlines in the world. With an expansive fleet and an ambitious global vision, the Group continues to set industry benchmarks in quality, safety, and innovation. Join a dynamic legal team shaping the future of air travel on a truly international stage.

Job Title Contracts Counsel - Aviation Legal Advisory Job Description Contracts Counsel - Aviation Legal Advisory Job Overview Qatar Airways is hiring an experienced Contracts Counsel to join its Legal team in Doha, Qatar. This strategic role focuses on the negotiation and management of aircraft and engine lease, sale, financing, and procurement contracts, offering critical legal support to technical and finance departments within the airline group. Job Location: Doha, Qatar Industry: Airlines/Aviation Function: Legal Salary: 25,000–35,000 monthly (Market estimated) Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Candidate Current Location: Any Job Type: Full Time Job Overview As a Contracts Counsel with Qatar Airways, you will play a vital role in managing complex legal negotiations related to aircraft and engine transactions. You’ll collaborate with external counsel, internal stakeholders, and global suppliers to protect the company’s legal and commercial interests across strategic aviation projects. Key Responsibilities * Draft, negotiate, and review contracts related to aircraft and engine sale, leaseback, and financing * Manage strategic legal agreements and contractual risks across Qatar Airways Group * Act as the primary legal advisor for assigned technical departments * Liaise with international law firms on aviation-related finance and procurement deals * Provide interpretations of contract terms, advise on legal implications, and ensure compliance * Assist in policy improvements and contract management procedures * Resolve disputes and identify process optimizations for future transactions * Prepare high-quality legal documentation in alignment with corporate standards * Support multiple projects simultaneously and provide legal input on commercial decisions Job Requirements * Bachelor’s degree in Law or equivalent; minimum 8 years of relevant legal experience * Qualified lawyer in a common law jurisdiction (UK preferred) * Strong background in aircraft finance, leasing, and purchasing contracts * In-house legal experience within an airline or top-tier aviation law firm preferred * Demonstrated experience handling international negotiations and complex legal documentation * Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken * Able to manage pressure, deadlines, and multiple high-stakes projects What We Offer * Attractive tax-free salary package * Housing and transportation allowances in Doha * Annual leave and paid air travel * Medical insurance and family benefits * Opportunity to work on global aviation legal deals * Career progression with a world-leading airline group About the Company Qatar Airways Group is a world-renowned aviation enterprise that operates across 12 diverse businesses, including its flagship airline. Headquartered in Doha, Qatar Airways is recognized as one of the most awarded and fastest-growing airlines in the world. With an expansive fleet and an ambitious global vision, the Group continues to set industry benchmarks in quality, safety, and innovation. Join a dynamic legal team shaping the future of air travel on a truly international stage. Post Details

Job Start Date Salary from 25000.00 Salary to 35000.00 Number of Vacancies 1 Location Job Location -> Qatar Location City Doha

Desired Candidate's Profile Gender No Preference Nationality Candidate Current Location Job Classification Job Type Job Type -> Full-time Industry Type Job Industry -> Airlines/Aviation Job Function Job Functions -> Legal Employers Details Company Qatar Airways Contact Person Qatar Airways HR Designation HR Manager Telephone 40230000 Email returntoqrqatarairways.com.qa