About the job Senior Construction Arbitration
**Job Purpose:**
To help develop our clients construction arbitration practice, leveraging international experience to establish a strong local presence in Oman's evolving arbitration landscape.
**Key Responsibilities:**
1. **Arbitration Expertise:**
- Represent clients in complex construction arbitration cases both within Oman and internationally.
- Provide expert counsel on construction disputes, contract interpretations, and related matters.
2. **Client Management & Business Development:**
- Bring a portable practice and leverage existing relationships to grow the firm's client base.
- Identify opportunities in the Omani market, capitalizing on recent departures and market shifts.
- Nurture and maintain relationships with clients, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and repeat business.
3. **Team Leadership & Development:**
- Mentor and guide associates and junior lawyers in the arbitration department.
- Collaborate with other departments to provide comprehensive legal solutions to clients.
- Lead recruitment and training initiatives to strengthen the firm's arbitration capabilities.
4. **Market Analysis & Strategy:**
- Analyze market trends and shifts in the Omani legal landscape.
- Develop and implement strategies to position the firm as a leader in construction arbitration in Oman.
5. **Compliance & Governance:**
- Ensure all arbitration activities adhere to Omani and international legal standards.
- Provide internal guidance on best practices in arbitration and dispute resolution.
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**Qualifications:**
- A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Law.
- Qualification from a recognized legal body or institution.
**Experience:**
- Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in construction arbitration.
- Proven track record of handling international arbitration cases.
- Established portable practice with a strong client base.
**Skills:**
- Deep knowledge of construction law and arbitration procedures.
- Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in English; knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.
**Personal Attributes:**
- Ethical and professional demeanor.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a vision for growth.
- Ability to adapt and thrive in dynamic market conditions.
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