# Senior Upstream Corporate Commercial Counsel, Energy Sector — Jameson Legal

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Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Type: full_time · Level: senior
Monthly salary: AED 11,760 to 17,640 per month (estimated, not employer-stated) (UAE salaries are tax-free)
Posted: 2026-08-26
Apply: https://www.jamesonlegal.com/jobs/senior-upstream-corporate-commercial-counsel-energy-sector-saudi-arabia

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## Description

Jameson Legal is working with a global entity in Saudi Arabia that specialises in the energy sector. The company’s in-house law organisation seeks a Senior Legal Counsel to specialise within their Upstream department on Gas matters.

For the successful individual, this is an exciting opportunity to join an internationally renowned corporate entity to handle market-leading transactions. The company already has a significant in-house legal organisation that is experiencing dramatic growth.

In a newly formed team, the head of department is looking for a senior Lawyer, with ten years of expertise in transactional gas matters. You will have experience handling corporate, M&A, Projects, and LNG matters. You will be expected to build relationships with external stakeholders and clients, so a willingness to be proactive and enjoy developing relationships is pivotal.

Experience in the region is not necessary, although international experience gained in distinguished private practice or corporate entities is important.

Location: Saudi Arabia.

Package: Competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

This is an exciting opportunity with a long-term pathway for progression and development in a significant global entity, offering an exceptional package and benefits for the incoming individual and their family.

## Requirements

Senior Lawyer with ten years of expertise in transactional gas matters. Experience handling corporate, M&A, projects, and LNG matters. Willingness to build relationships with external stakeholders and clients. International experience from distinguished private practice or corporate entities. Experience in the region not required.

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