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<p>The Legal Counsel will act as a trusted advisor to the business, providing strategic legal guidance that supports sound decision-making while ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and corporate governance standards. Key responsibilities include: Drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and managing a broad range of commercial agreements and legal documents to safeguard the organization's legal and commercial position. Partnering with cross-functional teams to identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks. Supporting regulatory matters and maintaining compliance with evolving legal requirements. Delivering practical, business-focused legal solutions that enable operations while managing risk.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Bachelor's degree in Law (LL.B.); a Master's degree (LL.M.) is an advantage. Licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction, where applicable. 5 8 years of experience in corporate, commercial, or in-house legal practice. Strong knowledge of corporate law, commercial contracts, labor law, and regulatory compliance. Proven track record in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex legal agreements. Excellent legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities. Ability to provide practical, commercially minded legal advice in a fast-paced environment. High standards of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail. Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with contract management or legal technology platforms is an advantage.</p>
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<span>Qiddiya Investment Company is looking for an experienced Senior Legal Counsel specializing in Regulatory and Employee Advisory to join our dynamic legal team.<br> This role will focus on providing expert legal guidance related to regulatory compliance and employment matters, ensuring that the company operates within the framework of applicable laws and best practices in human resources.<br> Key Responsibilities Provide strategic legal advice on labor laws, employment regulations, and regulatory requirements affecting the company’s operations.<br> Draft, review, and advise on employment contracts, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with local and international labor laws.<br> Support management in resolving complex employee relations issues, disputes, and disciplinary matters.<br> Stay abreast of legal developments in labor and employment law and assess their impact on the company.<br> Collaborate with HR and other departments to ensure legal risks are managed effectively across employee lifecycle processes.<br> Represent the company in regulatory matters related to employment and liaise with governmental authorities as required.<br> Conduct training and workshops for management and employees to raise awareness on regulatory compliance and employment best practices.<br> Mentor junior legal staff and promote a culture of legal excellence within the team.<br> Legal qualification with admission to practice law.<br> Minimum of 12 years’ experience specializing in regulatory and employment law, preferably in a corporate or in-house legal environment.<br> In-depth knowledge of labor laws, employment regulations, and regulatory compliance in relevant jurisdictions.<br> Proven ability to manage complex employee relations and regulatory compliance issues.<br> Strong drafting, negotiation, and advisory skills in employment and regulatory matters.<br> Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in both Arabic and English.<br> Demonstrated leadership abilities, including mentoring and guiding junior legal team members.<br> Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment handling multiple priorities.<br></span> </div><h2 data-automation-id="subHeaderPreferredCandidate" class="h5">
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<br><p><strong>Legal Consultant</strong></p><p> is looking for an experienced <strong>Legal Consultant</strong> to join our team in <strong>Riyadh, Saudi Arabia</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>The Legal Consultant will provide practical legal advice and support across the business, with a focus on <strong>commercial contracts, legal risk management, governance, compliance, and dispute management</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Provide legal advice on business operations, strategic initiatives, and commercial matters.</li><li>Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial agreements, including <strong>services, procurement, construction, leasing, partnerships, NDAs, and MOUs</strong>.</li><li>Identify legal risks and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.</li><li>Support corporate governance, internal approvals, legal memos, and compliance requirements.</li><li>Monitor relevant regulatory developments and advise stakeholders on their business impact.</li><li>Support <strong>disputes, claims, and litigation matters</strong> in coordination with internal teams and external counsel.</li><li>Prepare legal summaries, position notes, documentation packs, and case files.</li><li>Advise on <strong>liability, indemnities, warranties, limitations, and contractual risk allocation</strong>.</li><li>Collaborate with <strong>Procurement, Finance, Investment, Projects, HR, and Operations</strong> teams.</li><li>Support the development and continuous improvement of <strong>contract templates, clause libraries, and legal processes</strong>.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in <strong>Law or equivalent</strong>.</li><li><strong>6–10 years of relevant legal experience</strong>, preferably within investment groups, diversified companies, or complex commercial environments.</li><li>Strong experience in <strong>commercial contracts drafting, review, and negotiation</strong>.</li><li>Good knowledge of <strong>Saudi laws and regulations</strong> relevant to business operations.</li><li>Excellent <strong>Arabic legal drafting</strong> skills.</li><li>Strong <strong>English communication and contract drafting</strong> skills.</li><li>Strong negotiation, analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>High level of integrity, confidentiality, and governance awareness.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Preferred Certifications</strong></p><ul><li>Relevant professional legal certifications are a plus.</li><li>Master’s degree in Law or a related field is an advantage.</li></ul><p><br></p>
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<p style="margin:0 0 12px; ************;">King Salman International Airport is seeking a <strong style="font-weight:700;">Manager Legal Consultation</strong> to lead the comprehensive management of commercial contracts across all projects and business functions. This full-time position is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and involves overseeing various contract types, including special contracts, leases, consultancy agreements, and project-related agreements. The role requires 5-10 years of experience in a relevant field.</p> <h3 style="font-size:18px; font-weight:700; margin:16px 0 8px;">Role Overview</h3>
<p style="margin:0 0 12px; ************;">The Manager Legal Consultation will be responsible for contract negotiations, administration, governance, claims, changes, and commercial risk management. This role provides strategic legal guidance to stakeholders, ensuring alignment with King Salman International Airport's requirements and organizational objectives. The Manager will also represent the Legal function in cross-functional engagements, offering independent legal advice on operational and strategic initiatives.</p> <h3 style="font-size:18px; font-weight:700; margin:16px 0 8px;">Key Responsibilities</h3>
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<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Provide legal consultation and advisory support to internal stakeholders.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Identify and assess legal risks arising from projects, initiatives, and operational activities, and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Provide timely legal opinions during operational or business disruptions to safeguard institutional interests and reputation.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Advise on the implementation of high-level legal opinions and board-level guidance, ensuring alignment with applicable legal and governance requirements.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Identify legal opportunities and constraints related to the airport’s long-term master plan, including infrastructure financing, data sovereignty, and emerging technologies.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Provide legal risk assessments and strategic briefings to senior leadership on major commercial matters, ESG disclosure requirements, and cross-border partnerships.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Review proposed business models and investment structures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and governance standards.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Develop and maintain legal playbooks and advisory templates to support consistent, high-quality legal guidance across corporate and commercial workstreams.</li>
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<p style="margin:0 0 12px; ************;">Candidates for this role should possess 5-10 years of relevant experience in legal consultation, contract management, or a similar field. A strong understanding of commercial law, governance requirements, and risk mitigation strategies is essential. The ability to provide strategic legal guidance and manage complex contractual relationships is also required.</p> <h3 style="font-size:18px; font-weight:700; margin:16px 0 8px;">Work Environment</h3>
<p style="margin:0 0 12px; ************;">This is a full-time position based at King Salman International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role involves working within a dynamic environment, collaborating with various internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams to achieve organizational objectives.</p> <h3 style="font-size:18px; font-weight:700; margin:16px 0 8px;">Application Process</h3>
<p style="margin:0 0 12px; ************;">Interested candidates are encouraged to apply. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.</p>
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<p style="margin:0 0 12px; **********<strong>;">UrbaCon Contracting & Trading Company is seeking a <strong style="font-weight:700;">Paralegal</strong> to provide essential support to lawyers and counsels. This full-time position involves maintaining and drafting legal documents, organizing files, and conducting legal research. The role is suitable for candidates with 0-1 years of experience.</p>
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<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Assist attorneys in preparing legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, contracts, and affidavits, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal requirements.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Conduct legal research using various resources including databases, libraries, and online sources to support case preparation and strategy.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Organize and maintain case files, including documents, correspondence, and evidence, to facilitate efficient case management and retrieval.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Coordinate with clients, witnesses, and other parties involved in legal proceedings to schedule meetings, depositions, and court appearances.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Draft correspondence and communicate with clients, courts, and other stakeholders on behalf of attorneys, providing updates and requesting information as needed.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Assist with the preparation and filing of legal documents with courts, government agencies, and other relevant entities, ensuring compliance with procedural requirements.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Review and summarize legal documents, including contracts, leases, and discovery materials, to extract pertinent information for attorneys' review.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Assist in the preparation of trial exhibits and presentations, including organizing evidence and coordinating with expert witnesses.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards in handling sensitive information and client communications.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Stay informed about changes in laws, regulations, and legal procedures to provide up-to-date support and assistance to attorneys and clients.</li>
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<p style="margin:0 0 12px; </strong>********<strong>;">Candidates should possess 0-1 years of experience in a paralegal or similar legal support role. A strong understanding of legal processes and documentation is required.</p>
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<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Proficiency in drafting and maintaining legal documents.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Strong organizational skills for file management and record-keeping.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Ability to conduct thorough legal research.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Effective communication skills for interacting with legal witnesses, clients, and courts.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.</li>
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<p style="margin:0 0 12px; </strong>********<strong>;">This is a full-time position within UrbaCon Contracting & Trading Company.</p>
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<p style="margin:0 0 12px; </strong>**********;">Interested candidates are encouraged to apply. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.</p>
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<p><b>1. Role Purpose</b></p><p>The General Counsel (GC) is the most senior legal officer of Solb Steel Company (SSC) and all its subsidiaries and affiliates. The GC serves as the principal legal advisor to the Managing Director & CEO, the Board of Directors, and the Executive Management team, providing comprehensive, proactive, and commercially grounded legal counsel across all aspects of the Company's operations, projects, and strategic initiatives.</p><p>The General Counsel is accountable for the end-to-end management of all legal, regulatory, governance, and compliance matters affecting Solb Steel and its subsidiary entities, including any projects. The role demands a lawyer of exceptional calibre who combines deep technical legal expertise with executive presence, business acumen, and the ability to operate effectively in a complex Saudi industrial and regulatory environment.</p><p>2. Key Responsibilities</p><p>2.1 Corporate Governance & Board Support</p><p>• Serve as Company Secretary to the Board of Directors, Board Audit Committee (BAC), and other Board committees, preparing agendas, board packs, resolutions, and minutes in a timely and accurate manner.</p><p>• Advise the Board on directors' duties, fiduciary obligations, governance best practices, and applicable Saudi corporate law requirements under Royal Decree No. M/3 (1437H) and its amendments.</p><p>• Manage the annual Board meeting calendar, ensuring all four quarterly Board meetings and any extraordinary meetings are properly convened, documented, and followed through.</p><p>• Oversee the corporate governance framework for all subsidiaries, including Solb Trading, Steefco, Tabuk Steel, any future companies ensuring each entity meets its statutory corporate governance obligations.</p><p>• Lead the drafting, review, and maintenance of all governance documents including Articles of Association (AoA), Shareholders' Agreements, Board Charters, and Committee Terms of Reference.</p><p>• Manage the Company's Commercial Register, MISA files, Royal commission, ministry of Industrial, and all notarised corporate documentation, ensuring ongoing compliance with Ministry of Commerce and Investment requirements.</p><p>2.2 Legal Advisory — Commercial & Transactional</p><p>• Provide lead legal counsel on all major commercial transactions, including EPC contracts, offtake agreements, procurement contracts, technology license agreements, and long-term supply contracts, employment contract.</p><p>• Advise on and lead the legal structuring, negotiation, and execution of all ancillary project agreements.</p><p>• Lead legal due diligence exercises on behalf of the Company for all major project financing transactions, including the NDF and SIDF financing facilities, and manage the legal documentation associated with drawdowns, covenants, and conditions precedent (CPs).</p><p>• Advise the Commercial Department on customer contracts, pricing terms, off-take arrangements, credit terms, and dispute resolution mechanisms.</p><p>• Review, negotiate, and approve all material contracts above the relevant authority threshold before execution, maintaining a formal contract register.</p><p>2.3 Project Finance & Structured Finance Legal Support</p><p>• Serve as the primary legal interface with project finance banks, export credit agencies (ECAs), SIDF, NDF, and other financing parties on all debt transactions, including the existing NDF facility and the planned project financing.</p><p>• Manage all CP satisfaction processes for financing transactions, including coordinating the timely delivery of legal opinions, notarised documents, land registrations, pledge registrations, and regulatory consents.</p><p>• Review and negotiate financing agreements, security documentation (pledge deeds, mortgage deeds, assignment agreements), inter-creditor agreements, and other facility documents.</p><p>• Liaise with external KSA and international law firms appointed as lender's counsel or specialist advisors, managing scope, quality, and costs.</p><p>2.4 Regulatory, Licensing & Government Relations (Legal)</p><p>• Ensure the Company's full compliance with all applicable Saudi laws and regulations, including but not limited to the Saudi Companies Law, Labour Law, Anti-Bribery and Corruption Law, ZATCA regulations (VAT, WHT, Zakat), GDPR-equivalent data regulations, and sector-specific industrial regulations (MODON, RC, MISA, MIM, Ministry of Energy).</p><p>• Manage and maintain all industrial licenses, environmental permits, and regulatory consents required for Solb Steel's operations at JCPDI, Jazan, and for JMC's DRI project development.</p><p>• Lead the legal interface with the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources (MIM), the Royal Commission (RC), and MISA on all investment licensing, expansion approvals, and Saudization compliance matters.</p><p>• Monitor regulatory developments in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia relevant to the steel, metals, and industrial sectors, and advise the Board proactively on emerging legal and regulatory risks.</p><p>2.5 Litigation, Dispute Resolution & Claims Management</p><p>• Manage all litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution proceedings involving Solb Steel and its subsidiaries, acting as the primary internal client for all external legal counsel engaged on contentious matters.</p><p>• Advise the Board and management on litigation strategy, settlement authority, and risk exposure on all active legal disputes, including commercial disputes, employment matters, and regulatory enforcement actions.</p><p>• Oversee the management of all court hearings, regulatory proceedings, and arbitration processes, ensuring appropriate external counsel are engaged and properly briefed.</p><p>• Build and maintain a formal litigation register, with regular reporting to the Board Audit Committee on the status, exposure, and reserves required for active matters.</p><p>• Lead early identification and resolution of commercial disputes before they escalate to formal proceedings, in coordination with the Commercial and Operations teams.</p><p>2.6 Employment Law & Labour Relations</p><p>• Advise the Human Capital Department on all employment law matters, including employment contract drafting and review, disciplinary proceedings, termination processes, and compliance with the Saudi Labour Law.</p><p>• Review and approve all senior executive employment contracts, secondment agreements, and contractor arrangements above defined thresholds.</p><p>• Provide legal guidance on Saudization (Nitaqat) compliance, GOSI obligations, and all HR-related regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Support internal investigations, whistleblower complaints, and disciplinary hearings from a legal advisory standpoint.</p><p>2.7 IPO Readiness Legal Lead & Preparation</p><p>• Lead and prepare the legal workstream for positioning Solb Steel Company (SSC) as a public company listed on the Saudi Exchange under the regulatory oversight of the Capital Market Authority (CMA). </p><p>• Shall serve as the principal legal architect of the IPO readiness program, working alongside the CFO, the MD & CEO, the Board, and external advisors to build a company that meets the governance, disclosure, compliance, and structural standards required of a listed Saudi joint-stock company.</p><p>• Review and restructure all material related-party transactions, shareholder loans, and connected-party arrangements to ensure compliance with CMA Listing Rules and the Corporate Governance Regulations for Listed Companies.</p><p>• Ensure all land rights, industrial licences, environmental permits (Royal Commission EPO), and key commercial contracts are properly documented, registered, and transferable in the context of a public listing.</p><p>• Implement a Disclosure Policy and Material Information Policy aligned with CMA continuous disclosure and market conduct requirements, including procedures for identifying and announcing material events to the Exchange in a timely manner.</p><p>• Select, instruct, and manage all external legal advisors engaged for the IPO including the Company’s counsel, underwriters’ counsel, and specialist advisors ensuring co-ordination, quality, and cost-efficiency across the entire legal workstream.</p><p>2.8 Compliance, Ethics & Risk Management</p><p>• Serve as the Company's senior Compliance Officer, owning and maintaining the Compliance Program including the Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption Policy, the Code of Ethics, the Fraud Risk Management Policy, and the Whistleblower Policy.</p><p>• Lead the development, implementation, and annual review of all compliance policies, with Board-level reporting to the BAC.</p><p>• Oversee the legal risk register as a component of the Company's Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework, ensuring all material legal risks are identified, assessed, and mitigated.</p><p>• Manage the Company's legal obligations under any applicable sanctions regimes, anti-money laundering (AML) regulations, and data protection laws.</p><p>• Develop and deliver legal and compliance training programs to management and relevant employees on a periodic basis.</p><p>• Oversee and protect the Company's intellectual property interests, including trademarks, proprietary processes, technology licences, and confidential information.</p><p>• Manage the Company's document retention and legal privilege framework, ensuring legal documents, board resolutions, and sensitive legal communications are properly classified and stored.</p><p>• Serve as the Company’s primary legal liaison with the Capital Market Authority (CMA), Lead the preparation and review of all legal sections of the Prospectus (Iqrar), including risk factors, material contracts, litigation disclosures, ownership and share structure, regulatory environment, and legal opinions required for CMA submission.</p><p>• Ensure full compliance with the CMA Capital Market Law (Royal Decree No. M/30, 1424H), the Listing Rules, the Corporate Governance Regulations, the Market Conduct Regulations, and all other applicable CMA requirements for a listed issuer on the Saudi Exchange (Tadawul).</p><p>• Design and implement the Company’s post-IPO legal and compliance operating model, ensuring Solb Steel operates as a fully compliant listed company from the first day of trading, including investor relations legal protocols, shareholder communication procedures, and Tadawul disclosure mechanisms.</p><p>• Build and maintain the Company’s listed-company obligations calendar, covering all periodic CMA filings, Annual General Assembly requirements, quarterly and annual financial disclosure deadlines, and Board regulatory obligations.</p><p>2.9 Legal Department Leadership & Management</p><p>• Lead, manage, and develop the Legal Department team, including in-house lawyers, legal counsel, company secretariat staff, and compliance officers.</p><p>• Establish and maintain the Legal Department's operating model, including matter management systems, precedent libraries, template contracts, and legal spend management.</p><p>• Manage the selection, appointment, instruction, and performance evaluation of all external law firms engaged by Solb Steel, maintaining a preferred panel of KSA and international firms.</p><p>• Develop and manage the Legal Department budget, including in-house costs and external legal fee expenditure, and report regularly on legal spend efficiency.</p><p>• Implement and maintain a Legal Information Management System (or equivalent) for tracking active matters, deadlines, and legal department KPIs.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p> </div><h2 class="h5">Skills</h2>
<div data-jb-field="skills"><p><b>. Qualifications & Experience</b></p><p>3.1 Education</p><p>• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from an accredited university — required.</p><p>• Master of Laws (LLM) in Corporate Law, Commercial Law, International Business Law, or Project Finance — strongly preferred.</p><p>• Professional qualification / bar admission: membership of the Saudi Bar Association (SBA) or equivalent recognised legal qualification. International legal qualification (UK Solicitor, US Bar, or equivalent) is an advantage.</p><p><br></p><p><b>3.2 Experience</b></p><p>• Minimum 15 years of post-qualification legal experience, with at least 5 years in a General Counsel, Head of Legal, or equivalent senior legal leadership role.</p><p>• Extensive experience in the Saudi Arabian legal, regulatory, and corporate governance environment is essential. Prior experience working within or advising a KSA-based industrial, energy, or heavy manufacturing company is highly preferred.</p><p>• Demonstrated track record in leading and executing complex, multi-party commercial transactions and project finance structures in the GCC/MENA region, including exposure to SIDF, NDF, or ECA-backed financing.</p><p>• Proven experience managing litigation and arbitration proceedings in Saudi Arabia, including experience with SADC, SCCA, ICC, or other recognised arbitration forums.</p><p>• Experience advising Boards of Directors and Audit Committees on corporate governance, fiduciary duties, and regulatory compliance matters.</p><p>• Prior experience in the steel, metals, mining, petrochemicals, or heavy industrial sectors or exposure to large capital projects (EPC, FEED, LSTK contracting structures) is a significant advantage.</p><p>• Fluency in Arabic (native or near-native proficiency) is essential. Professional fluency in English is required.</p><p><br></p></div>
<p>JOB OPPORTUNITY | SENIOR LEGAL CONSULTANT</p><p>Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia</p><p>We are a well-established and reputable law firm in Jeddah, with over 50 years of experience and a strong presence in the Saudi legal market.</p><p>As part of our continued growth and expansion, we are seeking an experienced and highly qualified Senior Legal Consultant to join our team.</p><p>The Role:</p><p>The successful candidate will support the Firm’s various departments, with a particular focus on Corporate Law, and will be involved in a broad range of legal matters, including:</p><p>* Corporate and commercial advisory</p><p>* Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and agreements</p><p>* Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)</p><p>* Corporate establishment, governance, liquidation, and restructuring</p><p>* Bankruptcy and related proceedings</p><p>* Capital markets transactions</p><p>* Banking and finance matters</p><p>* Employment and labor law</p><p>* E-commerce and commercial transactions</p><p>* Legal research and regulatory developments</p><p>* Dispute resolution, negotiations, and settlements</p><p>* Client management and legal advisory services</p><p>* Drafting legal articles and publications for the Firm</p><p><br></p><p>Qualifications & Experience</p><p>* LL.B. / Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized university outside Saudi Arabia</p><p>* LL.M. or other relevant professional qualifications are an advantage</p><p>* 5–8+ years of relevant legal experience, preferably with a reputable law firm</p><p>* Strong corporate and commercial legal experience</p><p>* Excellent legal drafting, analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills</p><p>* Excellent written and spoken English</p><p>* Arabic language proficiency is an advantage</p><p>* Strong commercial awareness and client-management skills</p><p>* Ability to manage multiple matters and work effectively in a demanding professional environment</p><p>International Candidates</p><p>We welcome applications from qualified international legal professionals with relevant experience and a strong interest in working in the Saudi legal market.</p><p>How to Apply:</p><p>Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV/resume and cover letter to:</p><p>Joboffer1950@gmail.com</p><p>Please include “Senior Legal Consultant – Jeddah” in the subject line.</p><ul><li>Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.</li></ul>
<p><strong>Kinetic</strong> is working with a leading <strong>Pharmaceutical</strong> company who are hiring a <strong>Head of Legal </strong>to be based in <strong>Riyadh.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>***Please take the time to read the job description, you must meet all the criteria set out below for your application to be considered. We do check all applications and suitable candidates will be contacted within 5 working days. If you are not contacted by us within that time, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.***</em></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key aspects of the role include:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Lead the legal function, acting as a strategic advisor to senior leadership.</li><li>Provide legal advice on commercial contracts, regulatory matters, statutory obligations and business activities.</li><li>Draft and negotiate complex contracts, transactions and agreements.</li><li>Identify and manage legal and compliance risks, providing practical business-focused recommendations.</li><li>Lead significant disputes, litigation, investigations and legal projects.</li><li>Advise on regulatory, licensing, employment and other key legal matters.</li><li>Manage and develop legal resources and support junior legal professionals.</li><li>Build and maintain relationships with government authorities and regulatory bodies.</li><li>Ensure compliance with relevant legal, regulatory and reporting requirements.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong><u>To be successful you will need to meet the following:</u></strong></p><ul><li><strong>Bachelor's degree in Law.</strong></li><li><strong>10+ years' legal experience, ideally within the pharmaceutical, healthcare or another regulated industry.</strong></li><li><strong>Fluent Arabic and English a must.</strong></li><li>Proven experience managing legal teams, projects and complex legal matters.</li><li>Strong knowledge of Saudi legal and regulatory requirements.</li><li><strong>Applicants should be available for face-to-face interviews in the location mentioned above.</strong></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Hiring? If you need help filling a similar position in your company, please contact us on +971(0)4 433 4579 or <u>click here</u>.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>***We check all applications and suitable candidates will be contacted within 5 working days. If you are not contacted by us within that time, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.***</em></strong></p>
<p>A highly skilled Senior Commercial Lawyer is sought to join a prestigious law firm in Riyadh. The successful candidate will lead commercial legal matters, advising clients on complex transactions and contractual agreements within the Saudi Arabian legal framework. This role demands exceptional legal expertise, strategic thinking, and the ability to deliver innovative solutions in a dynamic and reputable environment.
Responsibilities:
- Provide expert legal advice on commercial transactions, contracts, and regulatory compliance to clients across various industries.
- Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial contracts ensuring alignment with Saudi laws and client interests.
- Lead legal due diligence and risk assessments for mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to develop strategies that mitigate legal risks and promote business growth.
- Stay updated on relevant legal developments and regulatory changes impacting commercial law in Saudi Arabia.
- Mentor and guide junior lawyers, supporting professional development and maintaining high legal standards.
- Represent clients in negotiations and legal proceedings when necessary.</p><p>- Degree in Law (LLB or equivalent) from an accredited institution; advanced qualifications or certifications are a plus.
- Minimum 7 years of experience in commercial law, preferably within a leading law firm or corporate legal department.
- Strong knowledge of Saudi Arabian commercial and contract law, with the ability to interpret and apply legal principles effectively.
- Proven expertise in drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with fluency in English; and Arabic.
- Ability to work independently and lead legal teams, managing multiple priorities efficiently.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities coupled with high ethical standards.</p>
<h3 >About MRG</h3>
<p >MRG (Medical Regulations Gate) is a specialized regulatory affairs consultancy and Authorized Representative. The company provides services to medical device and pharmaceutical manufacturers, assisting them with product registration and market entry in Saudi Arabia and the wider region.</p> <h3 >The Junior Accountant Role</h3>
<p >As MRG expands its operations, the finance team in Riyadh is growing. We are seeking a <strong >Junior Accountant</strong> to support our daily accounting and finance activities. This full-time position is based in <strong >Riyadh, Saudi Arabia</strong>.</p> <h3 >Key Responsibilities</h3>
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<li >Handle day-to-day Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities.</li>
<li >Prepare and issue invoices and follow up on outstanding payments.</li>
<li >Record financial transactions accurately in the accounting system.</li>
<li >Perform bank and account reconciliations.</li>
<li >Assist with monthly closing and financial reports.</li>
<li >Support VAT and ZATCA compliance activities.</li>
<li >Process and maintain payment, expense, and reimbursement records.</li>
<li >Coordinate with internal teams to gather required financial information.</li>
<li >Maintain proper financial records, documents, and filing.</li>
</ul> <h3 >Required Experience</h3>
<p >Candidates for this role should possess <strong >0-1 years of experience</strong>. This opportunity is suitable for a fresh graduate or an early-career accountant looking to establish their career in finance.</p> <h3 >Work Environment</h3>
<p >The Junior Accountant will join a supportive finance team within MRG's Riyadh office. This full-time position offers a collaborative setting where individuals can contribute to the company's financial operations.</p> <h3 >Career Development</h3>
<p >This role provides an ideal opportunity for a new professional to learn end-to-end accounting processes and grow within a dynamic regulatory affairs consultancy environment.</p>
Business Development Manager:(Higher Education)-Commission Only???? Location: Saudi Arabia - Remote ???? Engagement: Independent Contractor ???? Compensation: 15% commission on every contract you originate and successfully close (Uncapped)<br>About Communiqate AICommuniqate AI is an AI-powered employability platform that helps universities strengthen graduate employability, career readiness for students, and placement rates for universities. Working alongside Career Services and university leadership, our platform enables institutions to assess communication skills, deliver AI-powered interview preparation, and better prepare students for today's workforce. As part of our expansion into Saudi Arabia, we are seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to establish relationships with universities and higher education institutions across the Kingdom. The Opportunity We are looking for an experienced professional with strong relationship-building skills and a solid understanding of Saudi Arabia's higher education landscape. The ideal candidate is someone who can identify opportunities, build trust with university stakeholders, and lead the sales process through to close. This is a genuine commercial partnership—you will own the relationship and the deal from first contact to signature, with commercial and contractual support from our leadership team whenever required. Key Responsibilities Develop relationships with universities and higher education institutions across Saudi Arabia. Identify partnership opportunities within Career Services, Student Affairs, Employability, Academic Affairs, Corporate Relations, and other relevant university departments. Arrange and lead meetings with university leadership and key decision-makers. Present and demonstrate Communiqate AI, driving discussions through to a signed agreement. Generate opportunities through your existing professional network and business development activities. Maintain an organised pipeline of prospective university partners. Coordinate with our leadership team on commercial terms and contracting. Requirements Essential✔ Fluent in Arabic and English (spoken and written)✔ Currently based in Saudi Arabia✔ Minimum 2 years' experience in Business Development, Strategic Partnerships, Enterprise Sales, Higher Education, EdTech, HRTech, Saa S, or Workforce Development✔ Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills✔ Confident engaging senior stakeholders and university leadership✔ Self-motivated with the ability to work independently✔ Own laptop/computer, smartphone, and reliable internet connection✔ Willing to travel within Saudi Arabia when required Preferred Existing relationships within Saudi Arabia's higher education sector. Experience working with universities, government education initiatives, or workforce development organisations. Experience introducing technology, consulting services, or enterprise solutions to higher education institutions. Compensation This is a performance-based independent contractor opportunity.15% commission on every contract you originate and successfully originate & close. Commission payable once the institution has completed its first payment Typical commission per successful university contract is "expected" to exceed SAR 18,000 depending on contract value. No earning cap or limit. What We Provide Commercial and pricing support on proposals Contract negotiation and documentation Customer onboarding and implementation Access to our leadership team for deal support whenever required How to Apply Apply directly through Linked In with your CV/Resume.
Al Kaffary Group is looking for a Legal Specialist to join our team in Riyadh.<br><br>Key Responsibilities:<br><br><ul><li> Review, draft, and follow up on contracts, agreements, and legal documents</li><li> Provide legal support and assistance to various departments</li><li> Follow up on legal cases and claims and coordinate with external lawyers when needed</li><li> Conduct legal research on relevant laws, regulations, and requirements</li><li> Ensure that procedures and contracts comply with applicable laws and regulations</li><li> Prepare legal letters, memos, and other related documents</li><li> Maintain and organize legal files and documentation<br><br></li></ul>Requirements:<br><br><ul><li> Fresh graduates or candidates with limited experience in the legal field are preferred</li><li> Good knowledge of Saudi laws and regulations</li><li> Strong legal research and analytical skills</li><li> Good communication and organizational skills</li><li> Proficiency in Microsoft Office</li><li> Ability to work effectively within a team</li></ul>
<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles & Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>Manage litigation, arbitration, mediation, and other dispute resolution matters. Provide legal advice on disputes, claims, and regulatory investigations. Develop dispute resolution strategies and assess legal risks. Review legal notices, pleadings, settlement agreements, and other legal documents. Manage and oversee external counsel, including performance and legal spend. Support negotiations and pursue early resolution where appropriate. Monitor legal developments and advise on their business impact. Maintain dispute reporting and ensure compliance with legal governance requirements. Deliver legal awareness and dispute prevention guidance to business stakeholders.</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Law (LL.B.) or equivalent; LL.M. preferred.</li><li>Licensed to practice law in at least one jurisdiction.</li><li>8 12 years of post-qualification experience in litigation, arbitration, and commercial disputes, gained in a leading law firm and/or corporate legal department.</li></ul><p></p></section>
<br><p>We are looking for a <strong>Contracts Consultant Supervisor</strong> to supervise the review, drafting, negotiation, and administration of commercial contracts while ensuring legal compliance and protecting the Company’s interests.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Review, draft, and negotiate commercial contracts and legal agreements.</li><li>Identify contractual risks, liabilities, obligations, and unfavorable provisions.</li><li>Provide practical legal advice on contractual and commercial matters.</li><li>Support contract negotiations, claims, notices, and dispute-related matters.</li><li>Ensure contracts comply with Saudi laws, company policies, approved templates, and governance requirements.</li><li>Develop and maintain standard contracts, clauses, templates, and legal guidelines.</li><li>Monitor contract records, approvals, deadlines, amendments, and outstanding actions.</li><li>Coordinate with Business Units, Procurement, Finance, external counsel, and contracting parties.</li><li>Supervise assigned legal employees, review their work, provide guidance, and support their development.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in <strong>Law, Sharia, or a related legal discipline</strong>.</li><li><strong>6–8 years of relevant legal experience</strong>, with significant experience in commercial contracts, drafting, review, and negotiation.</li><li>Strong knowledge of <strong>Saudi contractual and commercial legal requirements</strong>.</li><li>Strong experience in contractual risk assessment and legal advisory.</li><li>Experience supporting negotiations with internal stakeholders and external counterparties.</li><li>Strong legal drafting, research, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills in <strong>Arabic and English</strong>.</li><li>Experience in a large, diversified, or corporate environment is preferred.</li><li>Experience across sectors such as <strong>Real Estate, Retail, Malls, Entertainment, F&B, Hospitality, Technology, Procurement, or Services</strong> is an advantage.</li><li>Experience supervising or guiding legal team members is preferred.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<h3>About the Role</h3><p>Saudi Air Navigation Services is seeking a <strong>Litigations Section Head</strong> to manage and represent the company in all legal cases, disputes, litigations, investigations, and corporate claims. This full-time position is based in Makkah, specifically covering Jeddah and Makkah, and requires providing efficient legal support, interfacing with governmental bodies, and interacting with external lawyers.</p><h3>Role Purpose and Scope</h3><p>The primary purpose of this role is to act as a central point of contact for all legal matters, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and internal policies. The Litigations Section Head will operate within established KPIs, agreed budgets, and adopted policies and procedures, focusing on mitigating legal risks and protecting the company's interests.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Provide legal revisions and consultations on potential complaints and lawsuits, ensuring legal compliance.</li><li>Offer legal advice to resolve disputes and mitigate legal risks.</li><li>Communicate root causes of legal cases to relevant departments to prevent recurrence and enhance legal obligation.</li><li>Stay updated on applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.</li><li>Manage and supervise internal investigations related to malpractice, misconduct, and policy breaches by employees.</li><li>Provide recommendations for disciplinary actions in cases of misconduct or policy breaches.</li><li>Manage and supervise observations from Anti-Corruption authorities (*, Nazaha, General Court of Audit).</li><li>Lead and participate in various committees as instructed by superiors.</li><li>Supervise and review legal cases handled by external law firms to ensure compliance and coverage of legal elements.</li><li>Defend and protect company interests in all applicable courts and seek conflict resolution to reduce legal, financial, and reputational losses.</li><li>Represent the company in front of courts and committees for corporate claims, providing necessary documents and legal memorandums.</li><li>Coordinate with internal and external parties, collecting relevant information for ongoing lawsuits.</li><li>Examine grievances and complaints related to lawsuits against the company or its subsidiaries, providing resolutions.</li><li>Manage claims, attorney letters, and the litigation process, preparing reports and recommendations.</li><li>Review claims and litigation information for validity and settlement in accordance with company practices.</li><li>Coordinate with attorney offices for company lawsuits within the Kingdom to protect corporate interests.</li><li>Receive judicial notifications, attend sessions, and prepare session reports.</li><li>Submit and follow up on the implementation of judicial rulings.</li><li>Draft and prepare legal responses and provide relevant documents for lawsuits.</li><li>Develop and update standard contract templates and processes based on legal regulations.</li><li>Draft and revise various types of legal documents in Arabic.</li><li>Monitor day-to-day activities to ensure compliance with stipulated policies and procedures.</li><li>Contribute to continuous improvement of systems and processes.</li><li>Participate in on-the-job training, mentoring, and coaching of subordinates.</li><li>Provide clear direction, prioritize tasks, assign and delegate responsibility, and monitor workflow.</li></ul><h3>Qualifications and Experience</h3><ul><li>A minimum of <strong>5 to 10 years</strong> of relevant experience is required for this role.</li></ul><h3>Work Environment</h3><p>This is a <strong>full-time</strong> position based in the Makkah region, covering operations in Jeddah and Makkah. The role involves promoting a high-performance working environment aligned with Saudi Air Navigation Services' values.</p><h3>Application Process</h3><p>Candidates who meet the qualifications and are interested in this opportunity are encouraged to apply. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.</p>
<h3 style="font-size:18px; font-weight:700; margin:16px 0 8px;">About the Role</h3>
<p style="margin:0 0 12px; ************;">Sandoz is seeking a <strong style="font-weight:700;">Head Legal and Compliance</strong> for Saudi Arabia and North Africa. This full-time position is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and requires over 10 years of experience. The role involves acting as a legal business partner to the Country Head, managing legal and compliance activities, and providing expert advice across various business functions.</p>
<h3 style="font-size:18px; font-weight:700; margin:16px 0 8px;">Key Responsibilities</h3>
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<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Act as a legal Business Partner to the Country Head for all contractual negotiations and statutory obligations.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Draft complex transactions and contracts independently, providing contextual legal advice and guidance, including training for key customers.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Identify business activity risks and potential solutions, raising awareness of legal issues and ensuring early legal involvement.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Conduct robust risk assessments to support recommendations and advise on appropriate actions for management decision processes.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Manage significant disputes, litigation, and investigations, making independent decisions within established frameworks.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Guide, counsel, and support the work of junior Legal counsels, paralegals, and support staff.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Provide expertise in substantive areas such as Transactions, Litigation, HR, and Regulatory matters.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Lead legal projects and transactions, including licensing and divestment initiatives.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Lead, direct, and develop legal resources within one or across all business units in the country.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Ensure compliance with reporting obligations for technical complaints, adverse events, and special case scenarios related to Sandoz products within 24 hours of receipt.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Oversee the distribution of marketing samples where applicable.</li>
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<h3 style="font-size:18px; font-weight:700; margin:16px 0 8px;">Performance Indicators</h3>
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<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Provide problem-solving, business-oriented legal advice, assessed through customer feedback.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Maintain compliance with all reporting obligations.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Demonstrate effective prioritization and management of a wide-ranging workload.</li>
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<h3 style="font-size:18px; font-weight:700; margin:16px 0 8px;">Qualifications and Experience</h3>
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<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in legal and compliance roles.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Proven ability to provide clear, business-oriented legal advice.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Experience in managing complex legal projects, transactions, and disputes.</li>
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<h3 style="font-size:18px; font-weight:700; margin:16px 0 8px;">About Sandoz</h3>
<p style="margin:0 0 12px; ************;">Sandoz is a global leader in Biosimilar and Generic medicines, contributing to the healthcare industry by providing 80% of the world's medicines at 30% of the cost. The company reaches over 1 billion people across more than 100 countries. Sandoz is committed to expanding access to high-quality, low-cost medicines through investments in development capabilities, production sites, acquisitions, and partnerships. The company fosters an open, collaborative culture that supports personal growth and values diversity of thought.</p>
<h3 style="font-size:18px; font-weight:700; margin:16px 0 8px;">Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion</h3>
<p style="margin:0 0 12px; ************;">Sandoz is dedicated to building an inclusive work environment and diverse teams that reflect the patients and communities it serves.</p>
Purpose of Job<br><br>Jobholders at this level are experienced professionals capable of conducting work with general directions. They are primarily concerned with developing solutions to challenges which require some analysis to understand and resolve, and addressing issues escalated from junior levels. <br>They undertake complex operational activities including collection, consolidation, prioritization, and analysis of requests as well as working on the development and delivery of legal studies in selected domain to provide legal opinion in accordance with relevant inquiry specifications as well as set plan.<br><br>Job Resposiblites<br><br><ul><li> Support the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement of systems, processes and practices taking into account leading practices and productivity improvement<br></li><li> Develop methodology, working guidelines, templates and processes for legal inquiry research and advisory services related to all ZATCA functions<br></li><li> Receive and evaluate requests for legal advice, and classify them according to urgency and relevance<br></li><li> Handle the continuous update of legal advisory database systems (related to legal inquiry/support) ensuring request logs are always recent<br></li><li> Assist in the development and delivery of relevant legal studies and provide non-(tax, zakat, and customs) legal opinion on inquiries received from different sectors and divisions<br></li><li> Provide legal advice for simple inquiries and accordingly clarify ambiguities and provide solutions and recommendations<br><br></li></ul>Job Details<br><br><ul><li> Follow all relevant policies, processes and standard operating procedures so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner<br></li><li> Help in solving escalated problems and provide needed support for junior team to ensure work is carried out in an efficient manner<br></li><li> Escalate complex problems to the relevant person to ensure cases/issues are closed properly<br></li><li> Perform other duties as requested<br><br></li></ul>Communication and Contacs<br><br>Education<br><br>Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies, or equivalent is required<br><br><strong>Experience<br><br></strong>A minimum of 4 years of relevant experience<br><br>Competencies<br><br>Collaboration and Communication - Developing<br><br>Customer Focus - Proficient<br><br>Data Gathering and Assessment - Proficient<br><br>Enablement of Change and Innovation - Developing<br><br>Legal Advisory - Advanced<br><br>Legal Writing and Policy Drafting - Proficient<br><br>Legislations and Regulations - Proficient<br><br>Professionalism - Proficient<br><br>Research and Analysis - Advanced<br><br>Results Oriented - Proficient<br><br>Stakeholder Management - Proficient
<strong>Description<br><br></strong>Saudi Industrial Investment Group (SIIG) with Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LLC, through a wholly owned affiliate Arabian Chevron Phillips Petrochemical Company (ACP), has two 50/50 joint venture projects in the Eastern Province Industrial City of Al-Jubail: Saudi Chevron Phillips Company (SCP) and Jubail Chevron Phillips Company (JCP). A third joint venture, Saudi Polymers Company (SPCo), is jointly owned by ACP and National Petrochemical Company (Petrochem).<br><br><strong>Job Purpose<br><br></strong>To provide sound commercial legal services/support & advice to S-Chem and related entities and to ensure compliance with the legal framework associated with business operations.<br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities<br><br></strong><ul><li>Provides legal advice on certain agreements or contracts relating to the routine operations, may further assist in negotiation process & communication to protect business and its interests against any legal exposure, minimizes/balances the liability and avoid conflicts followed by laws and regulations.</li><li>Conducts and supports in negotiations and communication with representatives of counterparties and others in the ordinary course of the Legal Department’ representation of S-Chem.</li><li>Assists the General Counsel with the legal and ethical compliance requirements applicable to S-Chem and its staff.</li><li>May support through providing the advice and observations in design and development of operating policies and other organizational programs to ensure mitigation of potential risk associated with obligation of local and internal laws.</li><li>Prepare first draft contracts, agreements, and other documents pertaining to matters within the purview of the Legal Department. </li><li>Assists in compliance related investigations and supports in managing the legal disputes through negotiations or court litigations.</li><li>Prepares/evaluates/revises legal/commercial/business documents, contracts, agreements and other official correspondences and communication in context to sound legal standings.</li><li>Supports the legal matters and their resolution through providing the external market research in legal context or established principles, this may cover researching processes or working mechanism of suppliers, vendors, and related to other business processes such as regulatory compliance; Zakat/Vat, Tax, and insurance etc.</li><li>Evaluates litigation cases and discuss with the related party to ascertain facts and circumstances of the situation and develops a plan of action to complete the successful resolution of the case.</li><li>Assists liaising with external counsel and other suppliers who have been engaged to support the Legal Department.</li><li>Keeps control and maintains legal/business and commercial documentations under the standard operating procedures and strict confidentiality. </li><li>Performs any other relevant task as directed by General Counsel.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Required Qualifications<br><br></strong><ul><li>Holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Law.</li><li>A minimum of 2-3 years of post-qualification experience (A total of 4-5 years of experience including years of training)</li><li>Licensed and qualified to act as a lawyer/attorney-at-law in Saudi Arabia or an equivalent legal qualification in another jurisdiction.</li><li>Exposure to legal practice in English, including the analysis, drafting, review and negotiations of international commercial agreements/cross-broader transactions.<br><br></li></ul>S-Chem is considered one of the pioneer companies in developing the industrial foundation of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, specifically the petrochemical industry. The objective is to lead the way for the private sector to invest through the petrochemical industry.
<p>We are a developer, investor, and operator of power generation and desalinated water plants, with 90 assets in operation, construction, or advanced development across 13 countries.</p><p>Job Purpose: To assist the Legal Business Development function in all support activities, such as preparation and finalization of conditions precedent to financial close of projects, drafting certain other documents and components of a transaction based on Company templates, assisting in company setup, legal research on precedents, the execution of documents, etc. as required, in order to ensure the function s work is carried out smoothly and effectively.</p><p><b>Key Accountabilities:</b></p><ul><li>Legal Support Conduct legal research as required by senior lawyers including finding out precedents and relevant statutes, legal articles and other writings related to a specific legal research, in order to support the team Perform preliminary work in the preparation of legal opinions to be issued by external counsel Shadow senior team members on key meetings, negotiations, reviewing of documents, etc. in order to build capability and competence in required areas. Assist in providing legal support in conjunction with the Legal Corporate team for setting up of companies in the UAE and outside of the UAE, in order to ensure all the necessary documentation is prepared, collated and available when required.</li><li>Legal Documentation Assist in drafting certain components of a transaction based on Company templates (e.g. NDAs (confidentiality agreements), TSA (technical services agreements), Power of attorneys (POAs), memoranda of understanding (MOUs), company incorporation documents, approval documents, etc.), in order to ensure adequate support is provided to the team, and resources are utilised effectively. Assist in the bid preparation activities from a legal perspective, in collaboration with the Bid Management team and other stakeholders, in order to ensure the legal aspects of the documentation are complete, provided on time and accurate Collate and draft (in conjunction with outside counsel as required) the conditions precedent to the achievement of financial close in projects and/or completion of M&A transactions and use third party IT platforms (such as Legatics) to upload and manage documentation) Agreements and Contracts- Assist the Legal BD team in drafting the basics of agreements and contracts relevant to specific legal transactions and provide them to the team to populate other details in order to ensure provision of required support.</li><li>Coordination Assist in coordinating with internal stakeholders, such as the Business Development Team, Project Finance Team, Tax team, Insurance team and other teams as required and follow up with them in order to gather the necessary information required Manage the execution of documents and internal signing formalities through the Company s Egnyte system and where relevant other signing platforms and processes</li><li>Policies, Processes, Systems & Procedures Adhere to all relevant organisational and departmental policies, processes, standard operating procedures, and instructions so that work is carried out to the required standard and in a consistent manner</li><li>Continuous Improvement Contribute to the identification and implementation of change initiatives, programmes, and projects in line with the organisation s standards</li><li>Related Assignments Perform other related duties or assignments as directed.</li></ul><p>COMMUNICATION & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:</p><ul><li>Internal: Working closely with VP General Counsel (BD) and the Deputy General Counsel (IP and Head of Support Services (BD)) and other members of the Legal BD and Support Services (Legal BD) team, as well as the BD Team, Project Finance Team, and other departments as required</li><li>External: Coordinate and follow up with external legal entities, if required</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><h3>QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:</h3><ul><li>Minimum Qualifications: A recognised training in Law Bachelor s degree in law is preferable</li><li>Minimum Experience: 0 3 years experience as a paralegal</li><li>Skills: Highly organized Ability to work both independently and collaboratively Excellent written and spoken English Basic understanding of English legal terms and definitions Understanding of contracts and other legal documents Good research skills Good IT skills (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) and willingness to develop new IT skills and to use new IT systems Ability to handle pressure well, and understand the importance of deadlines Ability to relate to people in a variety of situations, be highly trustworthy, discreet, and use good judgment Committed to creating a culture that is as diverse AND vibrant as the markets we serve</li></ul>
We are a developer, investor, and operator of power generation and desalinated water plants, with 90 assets in operation, construction, or advanced development across 13 countries.<br><br><strong>Job Purpose:</strong> To assist the Legal – Business Development function in all support activities, such as preparation and finalization of conditions precedent to financial close of projects, drafting certain other documents and components of a transaction based on Company templates, assisting in company setup, legal research on precedents, the execution of documents, etc. as required, in order to ensure the function’s work is carried out smoothly and effectively.<br><br><strong>Key Accountabilities<br><br></strong><strong>Legal Support<br><br></strong><ul><li>Conduct legal research as required by senior lawyers including finding out precedents and relevant statutes, legal articles and other writings related to a specific legal research, in order to support the team</li><li>Perform preliminary work in the preparation of legal opinions to be issued by external counsel</li><li>Shadow senior team members on key meetings, negotiations, reviewing of documents, etc. in order to build capability and competence in required areas.</li><li>Assist in providing legal support in conjunction with the Legal – Corporate team for setting up of companies in the UAE and outside of the UAE, in order to ensure all the necessary documentation is prepared, collated and available when required.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Legal Documentation<br><br></strong><ul><li>Assist in drafting certain components of a transaction based on Company templates (e.g. NDAs (confidentiality agreements), TSA (technical services agreements), Power of attorneys (POAs), memoranda of understanding (MOUs), company incorporation documents, approval documents, etc.), in order to ensure adequate support is provided to the team, and resources are utilised effectively.</li><li>Assist in the bid preparation activities from a legal perspective, in collaboration with the Bid Management team and other stakeholders, in order to ensure the legal aspects of the documentation are complete, provided on time and accurate</li><li>Collate and draft (in conjunction with outside counsel as required) the conditions precedent to the achievement of financial close in projects and/or completion of M&A transactions and use third party IT platforms (such as Legatics) to upload and manage documentation)<br><br></li></ul><strong>Agreements and Contracts- </strong>Assist the Legal BD team in drafting the basics of agreements and contracts relevant to specific legal transactions and provide them to the team to populate other details in order to ensure provision of required support.<br><br><strong>Coordination<br><br></strong><ul><li>Assist in coordinating with internal stakeholders, such as the Business Development Team, Project Finance Team, Tax team, Insurance team and other teams as required and follow up with them in order to gather the necessary information required</li><li>Manage the execution of documents and internal signing formalities through the Company’s Egnyte system and where relevant other signing platforms and processes<br><br></li></ul><strong>Policies, Processes, Systems & Procedures<br><br></strong>Adhere to all relevant organisational and departmental policies, processes, standard operating procedures, and instructions so that work is carried out to the required standard and in a consistent manner<br><br><strong>Continuous Improvement<br><br></strong>Contribute to the identification and implementation of change initiatives, programmes, and projects in line with the organisation’s standards<br><br><strong>Related Assignments<br><br></strong>Perform other related duties or assignments as directed.<br><br><strong>Internal<br><br></strong><strong>COMMUNICATION & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:<br><br></strong>Working closely with VP – General Counsel (BD) and the Deputy General Counsel (IP and Head of Support Services (BD)) and other members of the Legal BD and Support Services (Legal BD) team, as well as the BD Team, Project Finance Team, and other departments as required<br><br><strong>External<br><br></strong>Coordinate and follow up with external legal entities, if required<br><br><strong>Minimum Qualifications<br><br></strong><strong>QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS: <br><br></strong><ul><li>A recognised training in Law</li><li>Bachelor’s degree in law is preferable<br><br></li></ul><strong>Minimum Experience<br><br></strong><ul><li>0 – 3 years’ experience as a paralegal<br><br></li></ul><strong>Skills<br><br></strong><ul><li>Highly organized</li><li>Ability to work both independently and collaboratively</li><li>Excellent written and spoken English</li><li>Basic understanding of English legal terms and definitions</li><li>Understanding of contracts and other legal documents</li><li>Good research skills</li><li>Good IT skills (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) and willingness to develop new IT skills and to use new IT systems</li><li>Ability to handle pressure well, and understand the importance of deadlines</li><li>Ability to relate to people in a variety of situations, be highly trustworthy, discreet, and use good judgment<br><br></li></ul>Committed to creating a culture that is as diverse AND vibrant as the markets we serve