We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Legal Supervisor/Manager to join our dynamic team in Riyadh. This role is pivotal in overseeing our legal operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and providing strategic legal advice to the organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate law, a keen understanding of regulatory frameworks, and excellent leadership skills. This position requires a proactive approach to identifying legal risks and implementing effective solutions to mitigate them. The Legal Supervisor/Manager will work closely with various departments to ensure that all legal matters are managed efficiently and effectively.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the legal team, providing guidance and mentorship to junior legal staff.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements to protect the organization’s interests.
- Ensure compliance with local, national, and international laws and regulations affecting the organization.
- Conduct legal research and analysis to support business decisions and strategies.
- Develop and implement legal policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
- Advise management on legal risks and recommend strategies to mitigate those risks.
- Represent the organization in legal proceedings, negotiations, and disputes.
- Collaborate with external legal counsel when necessary to address complex legal issues.
- Monitor changes in legislation and assess their impact on the organization.
- Prepare and present legal training sessions for staff to ensure awareness of legal responsibilities.
Preferred Candidate:
- Bachelor degree and a valid license to practice law.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a legal supervisory or managerial role, preferably within a corporate environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex legal documents.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels.
- Proven leadership capabilities with experience in managing and developing a legal team.
- Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to maintaining confidentiality and integrity.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Fluency in Arabic and English, both written and spoken, is required,proficiency in Chinese is preferred.
- Strong negotiation skills and experience in dispute resolution.
- Knowledge of corporate governance and compliance requirements.
Skills
- Legal Research: Proficiency in conducting thorough legal research to support case preparation and legal strategy formulation.
- Contract Management: Expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts to ensure favorable terms and compliance with legal standards.
- Compliance Knowledge: In-depth understanding of regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements relevant to the industry.
- Leadership: Strong leadership skills to effectively manage and mentor a legal team, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Analytical Skills: Exceptional analytical abilities to assess complex legal issues and develop strategic solutions.