International Arbitration Counsel

International Arbitration Counsel

Clyde & Co's Doha office in West Bay is seeking an International Arbitration Counsel to join our globally recognised dispute resolution practice. Doha has emerged as a leading arbitration seat in the region, home to the Qatar International Court and Dispute Resolution Centre (QICDRC), and this role offers exposure to high-value construction, energy, and infrastructure disputes arising from Qatar's ambitious development programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as lead counsel in international arbitration proceedings under QICDRC, ICC, LCIA, and ad hoc rules
• Draft statements of case, witness statements, and legal submissions for arbitration tribunals
• Advise on enforcement of arbitral awards under Qatar's Arbitration Law (Law No. 2 of 2017) and the New York Convention
• Handle construction and energy disputes arising from Qatar's North Field Expansion and infrastructure projects
• Represent clients before the QICDRC and in proceedings before Qatar's Court of Cassation
• Manage expert appointments, document production, and hearing logistics for international arbitrations seated in Doha

• Lead and manage a portfolio of arbitration cases from commencement to award
• Develop the firm's arbitration practice in Qatar and the wider region
• Deliver client seminars and thought leadership on Qatari dispute resolution
• Supervise junior lawyers and paralegals on arbitration matters
• Advise on pre-arbitration strategies including mediation and negotiation

• 8+ years PQE with a focus on international arbitration, preferably with Middle East experience
• Strong advocacy and written submission skills in English
• Experience with QICDRC, ICC, LCIA, and DIAC arbitration rules
• Knowledge of Qatar's Arbitration Law (Law No. 2 of 2017) and Civil Procedure Code
• Qualified in a common law or civil law jurisdiction
• Willingness to travel within the GCC for hearings and client meetings