Counsel

Excelerate Energy is seeking a Legal Counsel to join their Legal Department in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This role supports the development, execution, and operation of international LNG and energy infrastructure projects, reporting to Senior Counsel. The position offers significant exposure to complex cross-border transactions and major infrastructure projects.

Excelerate Energy is a U.S.-based LNG company focused on delivering rapid-to-market and reliable LNG solutions. They provide integrated services along the LNG value chain, including flexible regasification services and infrastructure development. The company is committed to fostering a culture of safety, quality, environmental stewardship, collaboration, and continuous growth.

Looking for a Legal Counsel to join our team in Dubai. Apply now to contribute to enhancing global energy security through reliable LNG and power infrastructure solutions.

Company Overview

Excelerate Energy, Inc. is a U.S.-based LNG company headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas, dedicated to changing how the world accesses cleaner energy. They offer integrated services along the LNG value chain, providing rapid-to-market and reliable LNG solutions. Excelerate has a global presence, including offices in Abu Dhabi, Antwerp, Boston, Buenos Aires, Chattogram, Dhaka, Doha, Dubai, Hanoi, Helsinki, London, Rio de Janeiro, Singapore, and Washington, DC.

Quick Details

• Salary Range: Not Applicable
• Job Type: Full-time
• Qualifications: Bachelors Degree
• Experience: 3 Year+

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial, project, and financing agreements (e.g., LNG sale and purchase, gas sale, terminal use, vessel charter, EPC contracts).
• Advise cross-functional business teams (Commercial, Finance, Operations, Technical, Project Development) on legal and contractual risks.
• Support transaction execution, project development activities, and manage existing contracts, claims, and disputes.
• Coordinate with and manage external legal counsel and advisors across jurisdictions.
• Conduct legal research and prepare practical written advice, briefing notes, and presentations.
• Leverage AI and legal technology tools for drafting, research, and knowledge management.

Requirements

• Qualified lawyer in England and Wales, the United States (Texas or New York), or another recognized common-law jurisdiction.
• Approximately three to five years of post-qualification experience.
• Strong academic credentials and training at a top-tier international law firm.
• Experience in LNG/energy and project finance/project development.
• Experience drafting and negotiating complex project and finance contracts.
• LNG experience strongly preferred.

Benefits

• Significant exposure to complex cross-border transactions and LNG commercial arrangements.
• Opportunity to work closely with senior business stakeholders.
• Take increasing ownership of matters as experience develops.
• Collaborative work environment fostering safety, quality, and environmental stewardship.
• Opportunity for continuous growth and development.