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Primary objective:To provide overall support to the Director of Legal for all legal affairs within Misk Schools. handle both internal and external legal concerns, support on legal issues relating to the functions, structures and activities of Misk Schools and support management on issues pertaining to legal.<br>Areas of responsibility:Advice: provide sound advice based on legal research in a timely manner. Conduct a thorough examination of legal issues and provide a summarized report. Drafts and/or reviews legal letters, contracts and agreements and monitors legal obligations under agreements to ensure compliance, as requested.provide a high level of care and attention to each legal matter to securely affirm the client’s legal standing. Maintain a detailed tracker of all agreements/contracts and their status. Conduct a thorough and impartial investigation as instructed by the line manager. Assists in the formulation, implementation, and/or amendment of Misk Schools policies. Liaising with all departments to ensure that where legal risks have been identified, appropriate courses of action are taken to eliminate or mitigate these risks. This will include advising management on the appropriate courses of action to take in all legal-related cases. Reviewing and implementing legal policies and procedures to ensure that they are in accord with the existing legislation. Assist in the development of guidelines, policies, and procedures. Review school policies and legalities and highlight potential risks. Adhere to departmental escalations as per the organization's structure. Analyze and review legal agreements, legislation, and documents. Provide continuous support in all department matters to the line manager. Assist in all such other administrative duties as directed by the Director of Legal. Undertake additional duties as and when required by the line manager.<br>Safeguarding:The post holder will be required to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people and follow the school’s safeguarding policies and the staff code of conduct. They will directly support the designated safeguarding lead as a priority to ensure the safety and well-being of all students at the school.<br>Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Law (essential).<br>Experience:+2 years relevant experience.<br>Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:Good command of both English and Arabic. Must have a high level of soft skills i.e. effective communication, problem-solving, empathy, and collaboration. Attention to detail & highly organized. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Multi tasks. Ability to work under pressure & combined collaboration skills. Microsoft Office skills.

Legal Manager Khobar, Saudi Arabia<br>Why this business?<br>A well-established, privately owned Saudi business, forming part of a highly respected, diversified business group. With a strong reputation built over decades, the company combines the stability and long-term outlook of a family-owned business with continued investment in growth, capability, and its people.<br>Operating across multiple sectors, the business has built its reputation on delivering high-value, technically driven services, differentiating itself through expertise, quality, and operational excellence rather than competing solely on price. Significant investment in employee development and progression creates genuine opportunities to build a long-term career within a stable and growing organisation.<br>Why this role?<br>Reporting to the MD, this is a pivotal legal position responsible for overseeing all legal, compliance, governance, contractual, and dispute-related matters across the organisation.<br>Key responsibilities include:Acting as the principal legal advisor to the business, providing strategic and operational legal guidance to senior management. Drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and managing a broad range of commercial contracts, agreements, policies, and legal documentation. Leading all litigation, disputes, arbitration matters, and relationships with external legal counsel. Ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, corporate governance requirements, and internal policies. Identifying and mitigating legal and commercial risks while supporting business growth, operational decision-making, and cross-functional initiatives.<br>This role offers the opportunity to combine legal expertise with commercial influence, playing a key role in protecting and supporting the organisation's continued growth.<br>Why you?<br>You are a commercially minded legal professional combining technical legal expertise with practical business focused advice.<br>You are looking for an organisation that gives you stability and long-term growth and development opportunities and a key strategic seat at the leadership table.<br>You will likely bring:A Bachelor's Degree in Law and a minimum of 7 years' experience gained within private practice, in-house legal functions, or a combination of both. Experience across commercial contracts, procurement, governance, compliance, risk management, and regulatory matters. Proven capability managing litigation, disputes, arbitration processes, and external legal advisors. Excellent legal drafting, negotiation, stakeholder management, and communication skills, with the ability to advise senior leadership. Experience within operational environments such as construction, facilities management, engineering, infrastructure, or similarly operational environments.<br>This is a fast moving organisation, setting the industry pace and standard.<br>Apply now, interview this week.

We’re Hiring: Head of Commercial Legal Contracts Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Job Type: Full-Time<br>About Reef Holding:Reef Holding continues to expand its retail and commercial operations across Saudi Arabia and beyond. We are currently seeking an experienced and commercially minded Head of Commercial Legal Contracts to lead the Group’s commercial contracts function and ensure strong legal protection across business transactions and strategic partnerships.<br>About the Role:As the Head of Commercial Legal Contracts, you will lead and manage all commercial contracting activities across the Group, including drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and managing local and international contracts and agreements. You will play a key role in protecting the Group’s legal interests, managing contractual risks, and supporting business growth through effective legal guidance.<br>Key Responsibilities:Commercial Contracts Management:Lead the preparation, drafting, and review of commercial contracts and agreements Review and negotiate contracts with suppliers, partners, investors, and other stakeholders Oversee franchise, distribution, and agency agreements Provide legal advice on commercial transactions and investment activities<br>Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Law; Master’s degree is preferred8–10 years of relevant experience in commercial contracts, corporate legal affairs, or a related field Strong experience in commercial contracts, franchising, distribution, and agency agreements<br>Skills & Competencies:Strong contract drafting and legal review capabilities Excellent legal negotiation and stakeholder management skills Strong ability to identify and assess contractual legal risks In-depth knowledge of laws and regulations related to commercial contracts, franchising, distribution, and agency agreements Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a commercial contracts team Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills

Job purpose Providing legal advice, opinions and services on all matters concerning HR, Procurement, Regulatory, Leasing, Administration, Compliance, Risk, and any other matters that require legal support. Proposing resolutions for business, Investment, leasing and technical issues by identifying and recommending adequate course(s) of actions. Preparing and reviewing the needed contracts of AIC’s activities protecting its interests to the maximum possible extent.<br>Core Responsibilities:To contribute to the design and development of all policies and procedures of the legal department at AIC. To supervise, monitor and provide legal advice on HR matters, forms & labor contracts and participate in HR’s committees, processes and procedures that requirelegal involvement. To monitor and provide legal advice on Procurement matters, forms & contracts and participate in Procurement’s committees, processes and procedures thatrequire legal involvement. To supervise, monitor and provide legal advice on administrative matters and participate in administrative processes and procedures that require legalinvolvement. To monitor AIC’s constitutive documents and propose any required amendments thereon in alignment with management. To understand all regulations relevant to AIC's activities in order to ensure proper compliance thereon. To supervise, monitor and provide legal advisory services on all aspects of legal affairs to protect AIC’s interests and support its internal functions. To provide advice upon request on any local or international legislation that might impact AIC and its interests and assist relevant stakeholders in understandingsuch legislation. To review and advice on the Leasing, Investment, Administrative, Financial and Procurement Bylaws and propose any required modification to ensure protectingthe interests of AIC & ARMS as well as ensure compliance with the relevant regulations, policies, processes. To advice on all memorandums, reports and recommendations presented to AIC’s executive management in regard of Awqaf assets. To supervise, monitor and provide legal support, advice, guidance on contractual & investment matters for AICs projects and initiatives. To prepare the required reports and presentations related to Legal Advisory Unit and submit them to the management as per AIC's guidelines and standards. To review and advise on AIC’s legal framework as may be required. To initiate legal studies for AIC’s projects in coordination with competent stakeholders. To hold and attend meetings and negotiations internally and externally as may be required. To comply with the policies and procedures of AIC at departmental and organizational levels. To manage and supervise the performance of external law firms assigned for legal advisory services along with the cost and payments incurred therein. To complete the risk reports in a timely manner in accordance with the relevant policy and process. To monitor and review the leasing contracts for Awqaf assets that are managed by AIC & ARMS and makes sure that their various terms and provisions are in linewith AIC’s directions, policies and priorities, in a way that guarantees preserving the organizations rights at all levels. To ensure proper safekeeping and system uploading of all legal opinions, advice and templates; and Any other tasks assigned by Director of Legal and/or ED of Legal & GRC.<br>Job Specific Skills:Sound judgement and ability to analyze situations and information Excellent knowledge and understanding of corporate law and procedures Adaptability<br>Qualification & Experience:Bachelor’s degree in law, preferably holding an LLM6 to 8 years of experience especially in the Legal field. Proficiency in both Arabic and English is required.

About The Role<br><br>The Legal Executive will support the Head of<br><br>Legal in the execution of Saudi legal workstreams, including commercial<br><br>contracting, legal research, regulatory summaries, bilingual Arabic-English<br><br>drafting, documentation management, internal follow-up and coordination with<br><br>external counsel. The role provides strong legal support at the preparation,<br><br>execution and follow-through level, ensuring that legal workstreams are<br><br>properly documented, reviewed and progressed in a timely manner.<br><br>Silq is operating in an environment where the<br><br>Legal function supports regulatory positioning, commercial structuring,<br><br>financing arrangements, funding readiness, product governance, supplier and<br><br>buyer arrangements, internal approvals, external counsel coordination and<br><br>bilingual Saudi law documentation. The Legal Executive will enable the Head of<br><br>Legal to focus on strategic direction and senior stakeholder alignment, while<br><br>reducing reliance on external counsel for execution-level work.<br><br>Location: Dammam, Saudi Arabia<br><br>Reporting to: Head of Legal<br><br>What You’ll Be Doing<br><br>Commercial Contracting Support — Prepare first drafts and review supplier agreements, customer terms,<br><br>reseller arrangements, NDAs, service agreements, commercial schedules, notices<br><br>and routine operational contracts.<br><br>Legal Research and Regulatory Summaries — Conduct first-level research on SAMA-related matters, payment services,<br><br>financing, fintech, PDPL, AML/KYC, e-commerce and Saudi commercial law, and<br><br>prepare concise summaries for review.<br><br>Strategic Project Support — Support<br><br>strategic implementation work including documentation preparation, trackers,<br><br>commercial schedules, supplier/buyer documentation, closing checklists.<br><br>SAMA and Regulatory Readiness — Assist<br><br>with regulatory mapping, document collection, research notes, internal memos<br><br>and external counsel coordination in relation to the SAMA licensing and<br><br>regulatory pathway.<br><br>External Funding Readiness — Assist<br><br>with document management, contract clean-up, due diligence preparation,<br><br>corporate documents, trackers and coordination with external counsel for<br><br>investor-facing or funding-related workstreams.<br><br>Bilingual Arabic-English Drafting — Prepare and review Arabic and English documents, ensure consistency<br><br>between both versions and escalate any legal or commercial inconsistencies for<br><br>further review.<br><br>Internal Stakeholder Coordination — Follow up with finance, product, commercial, operations and compliance<br><br>teams to collect information, prepare drafts, manage trackers and ensure that<br><br>legal requests progress efficiently.<br><br>Future Jurisdictional Expansion — Assist with preliminary legal research, documentation mapping and<br><br>external counsel coordination as Silq considers expansion into other GCC or<br><br>regional jurisdictions.<br><br>Legal Operations and Documentation Control — Maintain legal trackers, contract repositories, approval records,<br><br>version control, execution checklists and internal legal documentation.<br><br>What We’re Looking For<br><br>3 to 6 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in a commercial, finance, fintech,<br><br>technology, marketplace or startup environment.<br><br>Strong Arabic and English legal drafting skills. Familiarity with SAMA-related matters, or the ability to conduct research on SAMA, payment<br><br>services, financing, fintech and related Saudi regulatory frameworks.<br><br>Ability to draft and review commercial agreements, supplier agreements, customer terms,<br><br>NDAs, platform terms, notices and routine legal documents.<br><br>Good understanding of commercial risk, payment flows, settlement mechanics and<br><br>contractual protections.<br><br>Ability to support multiple internal stakeholders and follow through on execution in a<br><br>fast-moving startup environment.<br><br>Saudi national preferred, given the Saudi regulatory, Arabic drafting and<br><br>localisation requirements of the role.<br><br>Skills That Set You Apart<br><br>Strong legal research and memo-writing skills with an ability to distil complex regulatory<br><br>issues into actionable summaries.<br><br>Practical legal judgment and ownership mindset — able to manage trackers, close<br><br>documentation loops and escalate appropriately.<br><br>Experience with due diligence processes, contract repositories and legal operations in a<br><br>structured environment.<br><br>Exposure to fintech, payments, PDPL, AML/KYC or SAMA regulatory frameworks is a strong<br><br>advantage.<br><br>Why Join Us?<br><br>Direct exposure to high-impact legal workstreams including regulatory licensing,<br><br>commercial structuring and external funding readiness.<br><br>Work alongside a senior legal team in a fast-growing fintech and marketplace<br><br>environment with real depth and variety in the work.<br><br>Be part of a company shaping the future of supply chain finance and digital commerce in<br><br>Saudi Arabia and the wider GCC region.

Role Overview As a Legal Counsel at noon, you will support key business verticals by providing practical, business-focused legal advice. You will act as the first point of contact for legal matters, partnering closely with internal stakeholders to enable growth while managing legal risk.<br>What you’ll do Provide day-to-day legal support across commercial and operational matters Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts and agreements Act as the main legal point of contact for disputes, claims, and potential litigation Represent the company before relevant authorities when required Advise internal teams on legal risks, regulatory requirements, and local laws Lead negotiations on non-standard contracts and escalate complex issues when needed Apply legal templates and frameworks to ensure consistency and efficiency Identify and manage legal risks, while proactively flagging recurring issues Support dispute resolution, claims assessment, and settlement processes Ensure timely delivery aligned with agreed turnaround times and quality standards<br>What you’ll need Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB or equivalent)4–7 years of relevant legal experience Strong experience in commercial contracts and dispute management Good understanding of Saudi laws and regulatory environment Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment<br>Who will excel? We’re looking for people with high standards, who understand that hard work matters. You need to be relentlessly resourceful and operate with a deep bias for action. We need people with the courage to be fiercely original.noon is not for everyone; readiness to adapt, pivot, and learn is essential.

Job Overview:<br>We are seeking a Senior Legal with of experience and a law degree to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of contract law and strong skills in reviewing and drafting agreements including B2B agreements and commercial. As part of the team, you’ll work closely with senior members, offering critical support in managing legal documentation and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.<br>Key Responsibilities:Contract Review and Analysis: Examine, interpret, and analyze a range of contracts and agreements to ensure alignment with company policies and legal standards. Drafting and Amendments: Assist in drafting, revising, and negotiating various legal documents, including but not limited to NDAs, service agreements, and vendor contracts. Risk Assessment: Identify potential legal risks within agreements and contracts, recommending necessary amendments to protect company interests. Compliance Support: Ensure that contracts comply with applicable laws and regulations, updating internal databases and records as necessary. Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, providing legal insight and support on contract-related matters.<br>Qualifications:Education: Bachelor’s degree in Law & Master’s degree in Law. Experience: 3-6 years of relevant experience in contract review and legal documentation. Language Proficiency: Fluent in English, with strong written and verbal communication skills.

Job Purpose<br><br>Provides advanced legal advisory, drafting, and transactional support across the organization's corporate and commercial activities, with responsibility for independently overseeing complex commercial contracts, corporate transactions, governance matters, regulatory compliance, and strategic business initiatives. The role requires sound judgment in applying legal frameworks and commercial considerations to significant corporate and business transactions. Operating within the Corporate & Commercial Legal function, the Senior Specialist plays a critical role in supporting organizational objectives by delivering legally robust, commercially pragmatic advice, documentation, and risk management solutions. The role also supports contract lifecycle management, corporate governance initiatives, regulatory compliance programs, stakeholder coordination, and the continuous improvement of legal standards and processes across the business<br>.<br>Functional Responsibiliti<br>es<br>Independently draft, review, negotiate, and advise on a broad range of commercial agreements including service agreements, consulting agreements, procurement contracts, partnership agreements, licensing agreements, and technology-related contracts. Provide legal support on corporate transactions, strategic initiatives, joint ventures, shareholder matters, and restructuring projects. Draft, review, and maintain corporate governance documents, including board resolutions, delegation of authority documents, policies, and internal governance frameworks. Manage disputes, claims, and pre-litigation matters in coordination with external counsel and internal stakeholders. Monitor and analyze relevant laws, regulations, and regulatory developments, preparing legal impact assessments and guidance for stakeholders. Maintain comprehensive records of legal matters, contract negotiations, legal opinions, and corporate documentation. Coordinate with external counsel and regulatory authorities on legal matters requiring specialized advice or approva<br>ls.<br>Job Requirements Academic Qualifications– Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB or equivalent) Years of Experience– Minimum 3-5 years of post-qualification experience in corporate, commercial, or general business law.– Experience in a reputable law firm and/or in-house legal department. Other Requirements– Strong knowledge of corporate governance, commercial contracting, regulatory compliance, and corporate law.– Proficiency (Arabic and English) is required; strong drafting skills in both languages

Legal Secretary Riyadh Global Law Firm<br>This is an excellent opportunity to become part of one of the world’s most respected legal practices, supporting Partners and Fee Earners within a fast-paced, collaborative and highly professional environment. The firm is recognised globally for its outstanding culture, investment in its people and long-term career development opportunities.<br>As a Legal Secretary, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of a busy practice, providing high-level administrative and organisational support while acting as a trusted point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders.<br>Key Responsibilities:<br>Complex diary and calendar management across multiple time zones. Coordinating meetings, travel arrangements and itineraries. Preparing, formatting and proofreading legal documents, presentations and correspondence. Managing billing, expenses and matter administration. Opening new client matters and maintaining accurate records. Liaising confidently with clients, Partners and colleagues across international offices. Supporting business development activities, events and client communications. General administrative support to ensure the efficient operation of the practice group.<br>The Ideal Candidate:<br> Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, Legal PA or Executive Assistant within a law firm. Exceptional organisational and time management skills. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities. Professional, proactive and client-focused approach. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Confident using Microsoft Office and legal document management systems.<br>What’s on Offer:<br> The opportunity to join a prestigious global law firm with an outstanding reputation. A collaborative, supportive and inclusive working environment. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Genuine long-term career progression within an international business. Exposure to high-profile clients and complex cross-border matters.<br>At SELECTED, we work with many of the world’s leading law firms across the Middle East and pride ourselves on representing opportunities that can genuinely accelerate careers.<br>If you are a Legal Secretary currently based in Riyadh, or considering a move to Saudi Arabia, I would be delighted to have a confidential conversation.

Who we are:Albawani is one of the leading construction and contracting companies in Saudi Arabia. Established in 1991, the company has grown from a small civil works contractor into a major diversified group with operations across construction, infrastructure, engineering, water and power, and industrial services. Headquartered in Riyadh, Albawani is recognized for delivering large-scale commercial, healthcare, educational, and government projects throughout the Kingdom. Albawani is known for its strong commitment to quality, safety, and innovation, holding several international ISO certifications and a Class-1 contractor ranking in Saudi Arabia.<br>Job Title: Senior Legal Advisor / Legal Director, PPP & Investments Department: Legal and Compliance We are looking for a mid to senior level Public-Private Partnership legal expert. The candidate shall have proven track of handling PPP mandates from RFP to financial close in the region.<br>Key Duties and Responsibilities:Drafting of contracts, letters, contractual notifications, MoUs, JDAs, etc. Leading JDA discussions (from a legal standpoint) with partners. Reviewing, drafting, negotiating and finalizing EPC/O&M term sheets and EPC / O&M contracts and other project documents. Leading discussions with contractors and clients with respect to EPC / O&M / Project documentation. Coordinating with external counsels for various project documentation and their review and markups. Liaising with external counsels (local and international) to perform all activities for a typical PPP / construction project from a legal standpoint in terms of company incorporation, legal due diligence, project documents and transaction documents negotiations and drafting etc. Leading financing documents negotiations and discussions with sponsor’s and lender’s counsels. Supporting the commercial/BD team in all discussions and negotiations with regards to PPP / Construction projects. Preparing risk matrices for the relevant committees in close coordination with the commercial and BD teams. Reviewing all advisory engagements, NDAs, MOUs etc., shared by third parties. Advising on M&A deals or cross border deals that company would be involved in (leading SPA/SHA/Put and Call options agreements etc.). Litigation management (if any) in coordination with external counsel. Supporting review of financing and security creation and perfection documents including coordinating with counsels for requisite opinions. Supporting operational issues of the company from a legal perspective. Providing day-to-day legal advice on a variety of issues, including disputes, claims, and compliance with laws. Maintaining organized and up-to-date legal records, files, and documentation. Assisting with the preparation of legal reports, memos, and presentations for senior management. Assisting and advising the company on all legal matters. Assisting on all such matters as may be assigned by GCLCO.<br>Job Requirements:Bachelor’s degree in law (LL. B), preferably with higher education from a recognized university. Strong knowledge of construction law, contract law, public private partnership, labour and regulatory requirements in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills. Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide practical solutions. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

About Kafaa Capital:<br>Kafaa Capital is a CMA-licensed investment platform in Saudi Arabia, specializing in Shariah-compliant sukuk-based investment and financing solutions. Headquartered in Riyadh, we are developing next-generation digital investment infrastructure with a strong focus on transparency, compliance, and innovation. We are looking for a Legal & Compliance Specialist to support our legal integrity and regulatory compliance across operations. <br>Key Responsibilities:<br>Provide legal guidance to internal departments on financial and investment matters. Draft, review, and revise contracts, financing agreements, guarantees, pledges, debt instruments, and commercial agreements. Assess legal risks for financial transactions, investment projects, and new products in coordination with internal teams. Review offering documents, investment agency agreements, and terms and conditions from a legal and compliance perspective. Coordinate with external legal counsel, support litigation matters, and manage documentation before relevant authorities and commercial courts. Facilitate meetings, legal materials, and research in coordination with the Shariah Committee. Manage regulatory engagements with the Capital Market Authority (CMA), ensuring timely reporting, submissions, and responses. Monitor updates to Saudi regulations (e.g., Civil Transactions Law, Companies Law, Finance Companies Control Law, CMA, and AML/CTF guidelines). Implement compliance policies, conduct audits/risk assessments, assist in SPE setup/compliance, and manage internal compliance training. <br>Qualifications & Requirements:<br>Saudi or GCC National is mandatory. Bachelor’s degree in Law. Minimum 3 years of practical legal experience (or 2 years if holding a Master’s degree in a related field). Must hold CME-1 and CME-2 certifications. Upper-intermediate level of English proficiency or higher. Solid knowledge of Saudi regulations, particularly Companies Law and CMA regulations. Strong skills in legal analysis, contract drafting, and proficiency in MS Office. <br>Preferred Qualifications:<br>Master’s degree holders in Law or a related field. Prior experience in the Investment or Financing sectors. <br>Why Join Kafaa Capital:<br>Be part of the rapidly growing Fin Tech sector within Saudi Arabia's financial landscape. Competitive salary package with clear opportunities for career growth and advancement. VIP medical insurance coverage for the employee and their family members.

The Regional Legal Head – UAE / Saudi Arabia will provide complex legal advice, counsel, and representation to the Company as assigned by the General Counsel, including on all legal, statutory and regulatory compliance matters, corporate and commercial matters of the Company for any business happening within UAE / Saudi Arabia and develop risk mitigation strategies by entity, jurisdiction, process and/or project. Duties/Responsibilities:Provide counseling, advice, and day-to-day support for the legal and compliance department for its UAE / Saudi Arabia operations. Work with General Counsel and other regional legal heads across the globe on all company legal matters across departments and entities. Provide professional and authoritative legal and policy advice relating to Sutherland’s business and commercial matters representing the company’s best interest at all times. Manage the company’s corporate and corporate secretarial activities to comply with company’s bylaws and manage the board of directors and related compliance. Comply with Saudi Arabia’s RHQ compliance. Deal with UAE / Saudi Arabia’s government bodies and ensure all the communications are channeled properly in compliance with local regulatory requirements. Identify and manage external counsel as necessary for any adhoc activities that fall outside the scope of in-house legal work and aid with any litigation and complaints raised to the company. Independently manage and review all the commercial contracts, including customer, vendor and other alliance partnership contracts to manage customer and procurement relationships of Sutherland’s UAE and Saudi Arabia business. Proactively identify opportunities to improve operational practices and processes. Proactively manage and advise Sutherland’s leadership team on potential risks, assure objectives are achieved and disciplines are implemented to drive continuous improvement. Develop reporting mechanism to executive management on a regular basis. Work proactively with Company’s compliance personnel and support to implement Sutherland’s Code of Business Conduct, policies, procedures, manuals, and internal codes that have been adopted by Sutherland to ensure that Sutherland and its employees are at all times in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company-wide policy and ethical standards. Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the legal and regulatory environment, requirements, and developments relating to and impacting Sutherland’s business activities worldwide. Monitor and maintain accurate and up-to-date knowledge of, and update policies as needed concerning all the relevant legal aspects of Sutherland UAE and Saudi Arabia locations. Work as a team member at all times and promote Sutherland’s One Sutherland initiative with other legal team members and stakeholders. Education and Experience:At least five (5) to seven (7) years of experience in a corporate as a senior in house legal representative or law firm environment with specialized experience in commercial contracts and corporate to manage customer and vendor transactions. J. D. or LLM from a nationally recognized law school in Dubai / Saudi Arabia Membership in a bar council in Dubai / Saudi Arabia Outstanding written and verbal communication in Arabic and English Analytical skills with demonstrated strategic thinking and risk analysis. Excellent interpersonal skills A commitment to teamwork, integrity, and collegiality. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines. Flexible and willing to approach legal challenges with an entrepreneurial mindset. Prior law firm experience or in-house experience at a U. S. multinational company is highly preferred. Cross-border transaction experience is a plus.

Senior Lawyer – Labour Law Specialist<br><br>An exciting opportunity has arisen to join one of Saudi Arabia’s leading financial institutions, headquartered in Riyadh. The successful candidate will join a growing legal team, focusing on labour law matters and providing legal support across the organisation<br>.<br>Applicants should ideally have 7–10 years’ post-qualification experience, with strong Saudi labour law experience and the ability to advise on employee investigations, workplace issues, policy matters, and disciplinary actions. Applicants must be a Saudi qualified Lawye<br>r.<br>Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Salary: Competitive, plus bonus and benefi<br>ts.

Job Description:We are seeking a qualified and experienced Litigation Counsel to join our legal team in Saudi Arabia. This role will primarily support various business lines on a wide range of contentious dispute matters, including civil, commercial, administrative litigation, labor arbitration & litigation, and other ADR proceedings. The ideal candidate shall be capable of handling dispute resolution cases independently, and play a key role in designing and managing litigation strategy, providing practical legal advice to management and headquarters, and coordinating with multiple internal stakeholders as well as external counsel. Key Responsibilities:Manage and oversee various litigation matters, including commercial disputes, labor cases, and other contentious proceedings across Saudi Arabia Develop litigation strategies Review and analyze claims, evidence, and legal documents to support case preparation and decision-making Represent the company in interactions with courts, arbitration centers, and relevant authorities where applicable Maintain an adequate and high-quality resource pool of external law firms, and work closely with external counsel to ensure effective case handling Provide proactive legal advice to business teams on dispute risks and mitigation strategies Coordinate internally with cross-functional teams on dispute-related matters Monitor legal developments and provide updates on litigation trends and regulatory changes Qualifications:Qualified lawyer in Saudi Arabia Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in litigation or relevant areas Arabic speaker, with fluent English proficiency (both written and spoken) as a working language Solid experience in handling all types of legal disputes Strong understanding of Saudi legal and judicial system Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills Ability to manage multiple cases independently in an organized fashion Adaptability to a fast-paced environment Preferred Qualifications (Will Be a Plus but not a must):Diverse professional background, including experience in law firms, in-house legal teams, and/or judicial institutions (e.g., courts or prosecutorial bodies) in Saudi Arabia Overseas education experience in an English-speaking country Experience working with or advising multinational companies Familiarity with e-commerce, platform businesses, or fast-growing tech environments

Key Responsibilities:Developing policies, regulations, and procedures for organizations to align with organizational governance policies. Presenting the latest practices and developments in the field of governance to the internal company team. Ensuring compliance with standards and legal regulations. Implementing best practices in corporate governance. Solid experience in applying knowledge of legal analysis and principles to deliver the full scope of strategic legal advisory services in line with the firm’s strategy, needs/situation. Having law firms and private sector experience will be an added advantage. Effective consultation and advisory skills that enable clients and help them build their confidence and skills to deal with complex and multi-jurisdictional legal issues. Ability to work independently with limited supervision as well as part of a multicultural team. Ability to drive change and to be flexible, open-minded with integrity. Demonstrated communication, interpersonal, writing, and analytical skills. Drafting and reviewing agreements, producing technically accurate quality standard work, drafting technically correct opinions, and reviewing the reports. Interpret and apply the theoretical legal knowledge so that it applies to practical business solutions. Prioritize work so that the deadlines can be met and is responsible for gathering the relevant information from various resources by using some effective research tools. Assist in the preparation and research of proposals and try to identify problems. Provides suggestions as well as creative ideas, thoughts, etc., in various discussions and builds creditability with clients and colleagues by communicating with them in an effective manner. Provides assistance in providing legal solutions to the problems that have cropped up and ensure that it is in compliance with the current laws. Responsible for maintaining all the legal records.<br>Requirements:3+ years of experience in practicing law. English Language (essential). Bachelor's degree in law. Practice license.

<p>Position : Legal Administrative Assistant Compensation : SAR 18,000 per month plus benefits Location : Riyadh, KSA Overview Gateworth is supporting a leading international law firm with the continued expansion of its Riyadh office and is seeking an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant to join its growing team. This is a varied and dynamic role that combines legal and office administration responsibilities, including document management and amendments, travel coordination, event planning, client billing, expense processing, and vendor administration. The successful candidate will also provide front-of-house support, acting as a professional first point of contact for clients and visitors while ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the office. Main Responsibilities Provide professional front-of-house and reception support, welcoming clients and visitors and ensuring a first-class experience. Arrange domestic and international travel, accommodation, and itineraries for Partners and Lawyers. Schedule and coordinate meetings, seminars, client events, and internal office functions. Prepare, amend, format, proofread, and manage legal documents, presentations, reports, and correspondence. Process client billing requests, expense claims, supplier invoices, and vendor/payee set-ups. Support onboarding and offboarding activities, office operations, facilities management, and general administrative projects. Manage incoming calls, correspondence, couriers, and office communications.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Qualifications &amp; Prerequisites 2-3 years' experience in an administrative role, preferably within a law firm, professional services or international corporate environment. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a demanding environment Excellent Arabic and English communication and client-facing skills with a professional approach. Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams. Positive, organised and able to work effectively with diverse cultural at all levels.</p>

Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent; advanced legal qualifications or bar admission are an advantage. Strong foundation in Law, with knowledge of commercial, corporate, and employment regulations relevant to Saudi Arabia. Proven experience in Contract Negotiation and managing agreements with partners, vendors, and clients. Proficiency in Legal Document Preparation, including drafting, reviewing, and revising contracts, policies, and internal guidelines. Ability to identify, analyze, and manage Legal Issues affecting business operations and strategic initiatives. Experience providing clear, practical Legal Advice to cross-functional teams and senior management. Experience working in technology, digital platforms, or professional services sectors is preferred. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with attention to detail and high ethical standards. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Arabic language proficiency is an asset. Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Legal Intake Specialist based in Saudi Arabia.<br><br>This role offers the opportunity to become the first point of contact for individuals seeking legal support, creating a meaningful impact from the very first conversation.<br><br>You will combine client service, communication, and consultative skills to understand callers’ needs, qualify opportunities, and connect them with the right legal resources.<br><br>The position requires empathy, professionalism, and strong attention to detail when managing sensitive personal situations.<br><br>Working remotely, you will collaborate with legal professionals while contributing directly to client experience and business growth.<br><br>You will play a key role in improving conversion processes, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring every potential client receives a high-quality interaction.<br><br>This opportunity is ideal for someone with legal intake experience who enjoys relationship-building, problem-solving, and achieving measurable results.<br><br>Accountabilities<br><br>As a Legal Intake Specialist, you will manage inbound client inquiries, assess potential cases, and ensure a smooth transition from initial contact to scheduled consultation. You will be responsible for delivering excellent client experiences while supporting operational efficiency and growth objectives.<br><br>Handle inbound calls from potential clients with empathy, professionalism, and active listening to create a positive first impression. Qualify leads by gathering relevant information, understanding client needs, and determining suitability for available legal services. Schedule consultation appointments while working toward weekly booking goals and supporting conversion targets. Complete intake documentation accurately within legal CRM systems, ensuring records are complete, organized, and up to date. Follow up with potential clients, answer pre-consultation questions, and maintain engagement until appointments are confirmed. Manage sensitive client information with discretion, confidentiality, and a high level of professionalism. Participate in regular call reviews and coaching sessions to improve communication techniques, intake quality, and conversion performance. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure qualified opportunities are transferred smoothly and efficiently.<br><br>Requirements<br><br>The ideal candidate will have experience in legal intake, client relations, or administrative roles within a law firm environment, combined with strong communication and sales-oriented skills.<br><br>3-5 years of experience in legal intake, legal administration, client services, or a similar law firm-facing role. Familiarity with legal CRM platforms such as Lawmatics or similar intake management tools. Strong consultative communication skills with the ability to guide conversations and build trust with potential clients. Excellent spoken English skills with a warm, confident, and professional communication style. Ability to handle emotionally sensitive conversations with empathy, patience, and professionalism. Strong attention to detail and accuracy when completing documentation and managing client information. Self-motivated, reliable, and comfortable working independently in a remote environment. Ability to work toward performance targets and thrive in a results-driven setting. Must be currently located in Europe or Latin America.<br><br>Benefits<br><br>Competitive monthly salary paid in USD. Performance-based bonuses linked to consultation booking results. Fully remote work environment.10 paid vacation days annually plus U. S. federal holidays. Weekly coaching and call review sessions to support professional growth. Opportunity to strengthen legal client management, communication, and conversion skills. Supportive remote culture where reliability, empathy, and performance are recognized.<br><br>How Jobgether Works<br><br>We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.<br><br>We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!<br><br> Why Apply Through Jobgether?<br><br>Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time.<br><br>We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Head of Franchise (Legal Affairs) | Reef Group<br>Position Title: Head of Franchise Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Job Type: Full-Time<br>About the Role:<br>Reef Holding is seeking a strategic and experienced Head of Franchise to lead and oversee franchise operations locally and internationally, working closely with the Legal Affairs function to structure and govern franchise frameworks, draft and manage agreements, and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.<br>This role plays a key part in supporting the company’s expansion strategy by enabling compliant franchise growth, safeguarding brand integrity, and ensuring alignment between franchise partners and operational standards across markets.<br>The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in franchise governance, contract management, and cross-functional collaboration within a fast-paced, growth-driven environment.<br>Key Responsibilities:<br>Manage franchise operations end-to-end: • Oversee franchise activities from application evaluation to onboarding, renewals, and lifecycle management. • Ensure franchise agreements align with legal, commercial, and strategic objectives.<br>Ensure compliance and brand protection: • Monitor franchisee adherence to contractual obligations, operational standards, and brand guidelines. • Support trademark protection and regulatory compliance across relevant markets.<br>Support expansion and market readiness: • Prepare franchise frameworks and documentation for new market entry. • Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure operational readiness and alignment.<br>Provide governance and advisory support: • Identify legal and commercial risks and recommend mitigation strategies. • Provide guidance to internal teams to support successful franchise implementation.<br>Track performance and stakeholder alignment: • Prepare reports on franchise performance, contractual status, and expansion opportunities. • Collaborate with Finance and other departments to ensure proper structuring and execution.<br>Required Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field. • 6–8 years of experience in franchise management, legal governance, or contract management roles. • Strong experience in drafting and reviewing commercial agreements. • Excellent negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills. • Experience working across regional or international franchise environments is preferred.<br>Why Join Us?<br>At Reef Holding, you will contribute to building a structured and scalable franchise model that supports the company’s long-term growth. This role offers the opportunity to work on strategic expansion initiatives while ensuring operational excellence and brand integrity across markets.

<h2 class="h5">وصف الوظيفة</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <br><br>يتناول دور نائب رئيس الشؤون القانونية في صناعة الخدمات المالية الإشراف على استراتيجيات الشؤون القانونية والامتثال داخل المنظمة. يتطلب هذا المنصب فهماً قوياً للأطر القانونية والقدرة على توجيه الشركة في التزاماتها القانونية والتنظيمية.<br><br>تفاصيل العميل<br><br>عميلنا مؤسسة خدمات مالية معروفة ونامية بسرعة تعمل في بيئة منظمة تنظيماً دقيقاً للغاية. مع خطط نمو طموحة وأجندة حوكمة قوية، تركز الأعمال على بناء قدرات قانونية وحوكمة مؤسسية من الطراز الأول.<br><br>الوصف<br>قيادة وظيفة الشؤون القانونية، وتقديم المشورة القانونية الاستراتيجية عبر أمور الشركات والتنظيم والحوكمة. العمل ككاتب مجلس الإدارة، إدارة اجتماعات المجلس واللجان وجداول الأعمال والمحاضر والقرارات ووثائق الحوكمة. الشراكة بشكل وثيق مع الرئيس التنفيذي ومجلس الإدارة senior التنفيذيين في مبادرات الحوكمة والامتثال والاستراتيجية المؤسسية. تصميم وتنفيذ أطر الحوكمة، بما في ذلك إنشاء لجان مجلس الإدارة التنفيذية ولجان جديدة، مواثيق اللجان، التفويضات، ونماذج التشغيل. ضمان الامتثال المستمر لتوقعات التنظيم ومعايير الحوكمة المؤسسية داخل بيئة الخدمات المالية عالية التنظيم. قيادة إنشاء هياكل حوكمة جديدة، بما في ذلك لجنة المخاطر والائتمان واللجنة التنفيذية، ولعب دور رئيسي في تطور حوكمة المؤسسة. <br><br><br>الملف الشخصي<br>خبرة كبيرة على مستوى senior عبر الشؤون القانونية والحوكمة المؤسسية ووظائف سكرتارية المجلس. خلفية مثبتة في شركات التقنية المالية، البنوك، التمويل، أو خدمات مالية منظمة أخرى. خبرة موثقة في دعم Boards ولجان المجلس، بما فيها مجلس الإدارة، ولجان التدقيق، ولجان الترشيحات والمكافآت. فهم قوي لحوكمة ومتطلبات البنك المركزي السعودي (SAMA)، مع خبرة في تطوير هياكل وأطر الحوكمة. مهارات اتصال مكتوبة وشفوية استثنائية باللغة الإنجليزية، مع حضور تنفيذي يؤثر على أصحاب المصلحة الكبار وأعضاء المجلس. خبرة مثبتة في تأسيس وتحسين هياكل المجلس واللجنة التنفيذية، بما في ذلك مواثيق اللجان، أطر الحوكمة، التفويضات، وإجراءات التشغيل.<br><br><br>عرض الوظيفة<br>دور قيادي استراتيجي مع تعرض مباشر للرئيس التنفيذي ومجلس الإدارة واللجان الرئيسية بالمجلس. وظيفة ذات تأثير عالي تتيح الفرصة للتأثير في حوكمة الشركات والتفاعل التنظيمي واتخاذ القرار الاستراتيجي على مستوى المجلس. رؤية من قبل كبار أصحاب المصلحة وفرصة للعمل كمستشار موثوق في قضايا قانونية وحوكمة معقدة. فرصة وطنية في المملكة العربية السعودية<br><br> </div><h2 class="h5">المهارات</h2> <div data-jb-field="skills">قانون، امتثال، تنظيم، سكرتارية الشركة<br> </div>