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<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; 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&amp;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> <ul style="margin:0 0 12px; padding-inline-start:24px; list-style-type:disc; list-style-position:outside;"> <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> </ul> <h3 style="font-size:18px; font-weight:700; margin:16px 0 8px;">Performance Indicators</h3> <ul style="margin:0 0 12px; padding-inline-start:24px; list-style-type:disc; list-style-position:outside;"> <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> </ul> <h3 style="font-size:18px; font-weight:700; margin:16px 0 8px;">Qualifications and Experience</h3> <ul style="margin:0 0 12px; padding-inline-start:24px; list-style-type:disc; list-style-position:outside;"> <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> </ul> <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 &amp; 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>

<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 &amp; 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 &amp; 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.

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

<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&amp;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 &amp; 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 &amp; 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, &amp; 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&amp;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 &amp; 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 &amp; 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, &amp; 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

Riyadh Air (RX), headquartered in the Saudi Capital, is the new national airline that's shaping the future of flying. It seeks to lead the aviation industry by transforming Saudi Arabia into a global aviation and trade hub - a digitally native airline that will connect the kingdom to more than 100 destinations.<br><br><strong>About The Role<br><br></strong>Are you ready to provide trusted legal guidance that supports a fast-moving airline and helps shape sound business decisions?<br><br>This role is central to delivering legal services across a broad range of operational and corporate matters. It supports compliant, practical and commercially informed decision-making across a dynamic airline environment.<br><br>A core part of the role is managing designated legal casework and providing clear advice on contracts, legal documents, labor matters, regulatory issues, commercial topics and consumer-related disputes.<br><br>Working closely with internal stakeholders, the position focuses on interpreting policies and procedures, resolving legal queries and escalating highly complex matters when needed. It also supports managers with practical recommendations grounded in established precedents and sound legal judgment.<br><br>The role also involves preparing, reviewing and editing legal and business documents to a high professional standard. Strong communication is essential to help teams make effective use of internal and external communication channels.<br><br>In addition, this position contributes to policy implementation, solutions analysis and strong internal client relationships. Continuous learning and awareness of legal developments, regulation and industry practices are important to maintaining high standards.<br><br>This is an exciting opportunity to bring sharp legal judgment and commercial awareness to a role that will directly support confident decisions across a future-focused airline.<br><br><strong>About You<br><br></strong>Law degree qualified, you will demonstrate a minimum of 4 years of experience in legal practice within an in-house legal team or law firm.<br><br>You will bring strong experience in legal research, contract review, legal drafting, policy and regulatory interpretation, and casework management.<br><br>Success in this role depends on sound judgment, clear communication, persuasive stakeholder engagement, strong organisation, and the ability to manage complexity with professionalism and integrity.<br><br>This is your opportunity to shape the future of air travel. Bring your best and show us why you can own this position within Riyadh Air.<br><br>Please submit your application by clicking on the Apply button. Our Talent Acquisition team will be reviewing applications shortly.

<p>Qiddiya Investment Company is looking for an experienced Senior Legal Counsel specializing in Regulatory and Employee Advisory to join our dynamic legal team. 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. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic legal advice on labor laws, employment regulations, and regulatory requirements affecting the company s operations. Draft, review, and advise on employment contracts, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with local and international labor laws. Support management in resolving complex employee relations issues, disputes, and disciplinary matters. Stay abreast of legal developments in labor and employment law and assess their impact on the company. Collaborate with HR and other departments to ensure legal risks are managed effectively across employee lifecycle processes. Represent the company in regulatory matters related to employment and liaise with governmental authorities as required. Conduct training and workshops for management and employees to raise awareness on regulatory compliance and employment best practices. Mentor junior legal staff and promote a culture of legal excellence within the team.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Legal qualification with admission to practice law. Minimum of 8 years experience specializing in regulatory and employment law, preferably in a corporate or in-house legal environment. In-depth knowledge of labor laws, employment regulations, and regulatory compliance in relevant jurisdictions. Proven ability to manage complex employee relations and regulatory compliance issues. Strong drafting, negotiation, and advisory skills in employment and regulatory matters. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in both Arabic and English. Demonstrated leadership abilities, including mentoring and guiding junior legal team members. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment handling multiple priorities.</p>

EPC Projects – Oil & Gas | Saudi Aramco<br>JOB PURPOSEThe Contract Manager is responsible for the end-to-end contractual and commercial management of the Company's EPC contract(s) with Saudi Aramco, and for the development, tendering, award, and administration of all project subcontracts. The role safeguards the Company's contractual position and entitlements under the prime contract, while leading procurement of construction, engineering, and specialized-service subcontractors from tender through subcontract issuance, execution, and close-out — ensuring subcontract terms are back-to-back with the prime contract and aligned with project schedule, cost, and risk objectives.<br>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES<br>A. Prime Contract Management (Saudi Aramco)<br>Act as the primary contractual focal point for administration of the EPC contract with Saudi Aramco, ensuring full compliance with the contract terms, General Terms & Conditions, SAEPs/SAESs, and Aramco contracting procedures. Monitor contractual obligations, milestones, notice periods, and entitlements; prepare and issue contractual correspondence and notices to protect the Company's rights (variations, extensions of time, force majeure, and similar matters). Manage the change management process: identify, evaluate, prepare, and negotiate Variation Orders/Change Orders with Saudi Aramco. Lead or support preparation and negotiation of claims and extension-of-time requests, and support dispute avoidance and resolution with the Client. Manage compliance of invoicing, payment milestones, and guarantees/bonds (performance bond, advance payment bond, retention) with contract requirements. Maintain contract registers covering obligations, correspondence, milestones, insurance, bonds/guarantees, and key contractual dates. Coordinate with Legal, Project Controls, Engineering, Construction, HSE, and QA/QC to ensure contractual compliance is embedded across all project disciplines.<br>B. Subcontract Development, Procurement & Tendering<br>Develop the project procurement and subcontracting strategy and plan, aligned with the project execution plan, schedule, and budget. Lead the full tendering cycle for all subcontract packages, including: -Scope definition and bid package preparation (ITB, scope of work, technical and commercial terms, draft subcontract) -Subcontractor prequalification -Tender issue, clarifications, and bid receipt -Technical and commercial bid evaluation -Commercial negotiation and award recommendation Prepare and issue subcontract documents (manpower supply, construction, engineering, and specialized services, among others), ensuring terms are back-to-back with the prime EPC contract obligations on HSE, QA/QC, schedule, liquidated damages, insurance, and warranty. Conduct commercial and risk evaluation of bids and negotiate pricing and terms, securing internal approvals in line with the Company's delegation of authority prior to award. Ensure every subcontract includes appropriate protections: performance security, liquidated damages, retention, indemnities, insurance, warranty, termination, and dispute resolution provisions consistent with Company policy and the prime contract.<br>C. Subcontract Administration & Management<br>Administer awarded subcontracts through the full project life cycle: mobilization, variation orders, claims, back-charges, extensions of time, invoicing/payment certification, and close-out. Monitor subcontractor performance against contractual obligations (schedule, quality, HSE, manpower) and coordinate corrective actions and formal notices as required. Manage subcontract variations and change orders, ensuring proper valuation, approval, and documentation. Review and certify subcontractor invoices and payment applications against approved timesheets, progress, and contract terms. Manage subcontract close-out, final accounts, retention release, and final documentation for each subcontract. Maintain a live subcontract register/tracker covering status, value, variations, key dates, and performance for all subcontracts.<br>D. Commercial & Risk Management<br>Identify, assess, and mitigate contractual and commercial risks across the prime contract and all subcontracts. Provide contractual input to cost forecasts, cash flow, and risk registers in coordination with Project Controls. Ensure compliance with Company governance, delegation of authority, and approval matrices for all procurement and contract decisions. Maintain current knowledge of Saudi Aramco requirements, Saudi labor law, and other local regulatory requirements affecting contracts and subcontracts.<br>E. Team & Stakeholder Management<br>Lead and mentor contracts and procurement staff assigned to the project. Liaise directly with Saudi Aramco contracts/proponent representatives, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders (Project Manager, Project Controls, Construction, Engineering, Finance, Legal, HSE). Represent the Company in contractual meetings and negotiations with the Client and with subcontractors.<br>3. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE<br>Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Law, Business Administration, or a related field; a postgraduate qualification (MBA, Contracts/Commercial Law, or equivalent) is an advantage. Minimum 10 years of experience in contracts/commercial management within EPC or construction, with experience in the oil & gas sector. Direct experience managing contracts on Saudi Aramco projects is required, with strong working knowledge of Aramco General Terms & Conditions, SAEPs, and Aramco contracting/procurement procedures. Proven experience leading full subcontract tendering cycles, from procurement strategy through bid evaluation to award and subcontract issuance. Demonstrated experience managing subcontracts through execution, including variations, claims, invoicing, and close-out. Strong background in construction contracting and procurement, with working knowledge of FIDIC and/or Saudi Aramco contract forms. Professional certification (e.g., RICS, CIPS, PMP, or equivalent) is preferred.<br>4. SKILLS & COMPETENCIES<br>Strong contractual and commercial acumen, with close attention to risk and detail. Excellent negotiation skills with Clients, subcontractors, and vendors. Strong drafting skills for contracts, correspondence, and claims. Solid understanding of Saudi labor law and local contracting practices. Effective leadership and cross-functional coordination skills. Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel); familiarity with contract/document management systems. Fluent in English, written and spoken; Arabic is an advantage. High level of integrity and professionalism, particularly regarding anti-bribery and anti-corruption compliance.<br>5. WORKING CONDITIONSBased at the project site office or Al-Khobar office, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, site mobilization upon engineering stage completion Reports functionally and administratively to the Project Manager.

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Company Description<br><p><strong>Work with Us. Change the World.</strong></p><br><p>At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.</p><br><p>There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.</p><br><p>We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.</p><br><br>Job Description<br><p>We're looking for a detail-oriented and organized Contracts Administration Manager to join our organization in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. In this role, you will oversee the complete contract lifecycle, from initial drafting and negotiation through execution and renewal. You will serve as a key liaison between internal departments and external partners, ensuring all contractual obligations are met while maintaining compliance with applicable regulations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical abilities, exceptional organizational skills, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism.</p><br><ul><li>Manage the full contract lifecycle, including preparation, review, negotiation, and execution of commercial, vendor, and service agreements</li><li>Analyze contract terms and conditions to identify risks, inconsistencies, and areas requiring clarification or modification</li><li>Maintain a centralized contract repository and database, ensuring accurate documentation, version control, and easy accessibility for stakeholders</li><li>Monitor contract performance and compliance, tracking key dates, milestones, renewal deadlines, and obligations to prevent lapses or missed opportunities</li><li>Coordinate with legal, procurement, finance, and operational departments to ensure alignment on contract requirements and timely execution</li><li>Prepare comprehensive contract reports and summaries for management review, highlighting critical terms, financial implications, and compliance status</li><li>Conduct vendor and supplier management activities, including performance evaluations and contract renewal negotiations</li><li>Ensure all contracts comply with organizational policies, Saudi Arabian regulations, and applicable legal requirements</li><li>Develop and implement standardized contract templates and processes to improve efficiency and consistency across the organization</li><li>Provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders regarding contract terms, obligations, and best practices</li><li>Identify opportunities to optimize contract terms, reduce costs, and mitigate organizational risk</li><li>Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive contractual information with discretion and professionalism</li></ul><br>Qualifications<br><p>**Required Skills and Experience:**</p><br><ul><li>Minimum 15 years of professional experience in contracts administration, procurement, or related field</li><li>Demonstrated expertise in contract management, including drafting, review, negotiation, and administration</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail</li><li>Proficiency in identifying and assessing contractual risks and compliance issues</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English</li><li>Advanced organizational and time management skills with ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously</li><li>Proficiency with contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel)</li><li>Experience managing vendor and supplier relationships</li><li>Knowledge of contract law fundamentals and procurement processes</li><li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment</li></ul><p>**Preferred Skills and Experience:**</p><br><ul><li>Experience working in a multinational or large corporate organization</li><li>Familiarity with Saudi Arabian business regulations and local compliance requirements</li><li>Experience in specific industries such as construction, engineering, procurement, or manufacturing</li><li>Knowledge of database management systems</li><li>Experience with e-signature platforms and digital contract management tools</li><li>Previous experience in a supervisory or team leadership capacity</li><li>Certification in contracts management or related field</li></ul><br>Additional Information<br><p><em>At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. <strong>To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.</strong></em></p><br><p><strong>About AECOM</strong>&nbsp;</p><br><p>AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&amp;D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options,&nbsp;well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.&nbsp;</p><br><p>AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.&nbsp;</p><br><p><strong>What makes AECOM a great place to work</strong>&nbsp;</p><br><p>You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.&nbsp;</p><br><p>As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.&nbsp;</p><br><br><br> </div><h2 data-automation-id="subHeaderPreferredCandidate" class="h5"> Preferred candidate </h2> <div class="row is-m v-align-top t-small bg-mute"> <div class="col is-3 p5" data-automation-id="label_Years_of_experience"> <b>Years of experience</b> </div> <div class="col is-9 p5" data-automation-id="data_Years_of_experience"> 5+ years </div> </div> <div class="row is-m v-align-top t-small "> <div class="col is-3 p5" data-automation-id="label_Degree"> <b>Degree</b> </div> <div class="col is-9 p5" data-automation-id="data_Degree"> Bachelor's degree / higher diploma </div> </div>

Company Description:At SMA Law Firm, we are committed to excellence in legal practice and dedicated to providing strategic advocacy for our clients. We are currently looking for a highly skilled, high-caliber Senior Litigation Lawyer to join our growing team in Riyadh.<br>Role Description and Key Responsibilities:Litigation & Advocacy: Represent clients and the firm before all levels of courts Strategy Development: Formulate and implement effective legal strategies to manage and resolve complex disputes. Team Leadership: Guide, mentor, and supervise junior lawyers while overseeing the lifecycle of all judicial files. Proposals & Pricing: Utilize professional expertise to prepare comprehensive technical and financial proposals, including accurate pricing models, to win new clients and projects. Client Care & Project Management: Ensure absolute client satisfaction by dedicatedly managing and overseeing ongoing legal projects and cases. Drafting & Review: Supervise, review, and draft statement of claims, legal memos, responses, and appeals with precision. Legal Advisory: Provide data-driven legal counsel to senior management regarding potential or ongoing litigation risks and mitigation paths. Settlements & Negotiations: Lead negotiation processes and draft settlement agreements to resolve disputes amicably and cost-effectively.<br>Qualifications:Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law Active and valid Law Practice License. A minimum of 8 to 10 years of progressive experience in litigation <br>Skills and Competencies:Deep understanding of Saudi regulations and full mastery of e-litigation platforms Exceptional advocacy and persuasion skills, advanced legal draftingstrategic analytical thinking.work under pressuremanage time efficientlymaintain complete compliance with corporate policies and schedules.<br>How to Apply:Interested candidates are kindly requested to send their CV to [ info@smalaw.sa ] and write "Senior Litigation Lawyer + Your Name" in the email subject line.

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p>Draft, review, and revise contracts, agreements, and other legal documents;</p><p>Provide daily legal advice and risk-assessment support to business departments;</p><p>Monitor contract performance and identify potential legal risks;</p><p>Support matters involving employment, intellectual property, data compliance, and corporate governance;</p><p>Research laws, regulations, and regulatory policies relevant to the company’s business;</p><p>Assist with disputes, litigation, arbitration, and coordination with external counsel;</p><p>Maintain contracts, licenses, and other legal records;</p><p>Deliver internal compliance training and strengthen employees’ legal and risk awareness.</p> </div><h2 class="h5">Skills</h2> <div data-jb-field="skills"><p>Qualifications:</p><p>Bachelor’s degree or above in Law;</p><p>At least two years of experience in an in-house legal team, law firm, or related role;</p><p>Sound knowledge of contract, corporate, employment, and compliance law;</p><p>Strong contract-drafting, legal-research, and risk-analysis skills;</p><p>Detail-oriented, responsible, discreet, and an effective communicator;</p><p>Legal professional qualification is preferred;</p><p>Strong written and spoken Chinese and English skills are preferred.</p></div>

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Commercial Transactional Lawyer based in Saudi Arabia.<br><br>This role offers the opportunity to provide strategic legal support for complex commercial operations within an international and dynamic environment.<br><br>You will play a key role in drafting, negotiating, and managing agreements that support business growth and operational success.<br><br>Working remotely, you will collaborate with business stakeholders and contribute practical legal expertise to high-impact decisions.<br><br>The position requires strong commercial awareness, excellent contract management skills, and the ability to navigate complex legal matters independently.<br><br>You will advise on contractual risks, corporate transactions, and regulatory considerations while ensuring business objectives are effectively supported.<br><br>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal professional seeking autonomy, flexibility, and meaningful impact within a global organization.<br><br>Accountabilities<br><br>Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including supplier contracts, service agreements, licensing agreements, distribution agreements, partnership agreements, NDAs, and joint ventures. Provide strategic legal guidance on commercial risks, contractual obligations, and compliance requirements under applicable Australian laws and regulations. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure agreements align with business objectives and support operational goals. Support corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and reorganizations, through legal due diligence and preparation of relevant documentation. Analyze business strategies and decisions from a legal perspective, providing practical recommendations and solutions. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in commercial legislation, regulations, and contract law developments. Manage legal matters independently while ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and alignment with organizational priorities. Translate complex legal concepts into clear, actionable advice for non-legal stakeholders.<br><br>Requirements<br><br>Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB or equivalent qualification). Minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial transactions, corporate law, or a related legal field. Strong knowledge of Australian contract law, commercial regulations, and business practices. Proven experience drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and advising on a wide variety of commercial agreements. Ability to assess legal risks and provide practical, business-focused recommendations. Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities. Self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision in a remote environment. Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with international teams and business stakeholders. Previous experience working remotely or with distributed global teams is considered an advantage.<br><br>Benefits<br><br>Competitive compensation package paid in foreign currency. Fully remote working arrangement with flexibility and autonomy. Opportunity to work on diverse commercial and corporate legal matters in an international environment. Regular training and professional development opportunities. Ability to make a meaningful contribution to business growth through strategic legal expertise. Collaborative environment that values independence, expertise, and continuous improvement.<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. 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<h3 style="font-size:18px; font-weight:700; margin:16px 0 8px;">Head of Legal &amp; Compliance at Lucidya</h3> <p style="margin:0 0 12px; ************;">Lucidya is an AI-native platform specializing in Customer Experience (CX) Intelligence, autonomously managing entire customer lifecycles from initial engagement through retention and growth. Our platform leverages proprietary Natural Language Understanding (NLU) capabilities, trained on billions of multilingual conversations, to empower marketing, customer support, CX, and research teams. As Lucidya experiences rapid growth and expansion across the GCC, serving a growing number of enterprise and government customers, and preparing for its next strategic stage, the Legal &amp; Compliance function is recognized as a critical enabler of this growth. We are seeking a <strong style="font-weight:700;">Head of Legal &amp; Compliance</strong> to join our team in Riyadh, Riyadh Province, in a full-time capacity.</p> <h3 style="font-size:18px; font-weight:700; margin:16px 0 8px;">Role Purpose and Scope</h3> <p style="margin:0 0 12px; ************;">This hands-on leadership role involves close partnership with the executive team, managing a small internal team, and coordinating external counsel. The successful candidate will be instrumental in building the foundational elements for Lucidya's long-term success. You will be responsible for establishing and leading a lean, high-impact Legal &amp; Compliance function, owning the legal, governance, risk, compliance, and data protection agenda to ensure commercial agility while meeting the expectations of customers, regulators, auditors, and investors.</p> <h3 style="font-size:18px; font-weight:700; margin:16px 0 8px;">Key Responsibilities</h3> <ul style="margin:0 0 12px; padding-inline-start:24px; list-style-type:disc; list-style-position:outside;"> <li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Own Lucidya's legal and compliance strategy, building a function that enables business growth while maintaining strong governance and effective risk management.</li> <li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Streamline commercial contracting processes across customer, vendor, partner, and public sector agreements by creating practical templates, playbooks, and processes.</li> <li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Lead the Governance, Risk &amp; Compliance (GRC) program, ensuring certifications such as ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type II, NIST, and GDPR remain audit-ready through close partnership with Security and Engineering.</li> <li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Act as Lucidya's Data Protection Officer, ensuring compliance with Saudi PDPL, GDPR, and other privacy regulations, and embedding privacy-by-design into products and operations.</li> <li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Lead corporate legal matters across the group structure, supporting board governance, corporate administration, mergers and acquisitions, due diligence, and future capital markets readiness.</li> <li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Enable Lucidya's regional expansion by leading the legal and compliance work required to establish new entities, manage local regulatory obligations, and coordinate external legal counsel across multiple jurisdictions.</li> <li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Build and lead a lean Legal &amp; Compliance team, balancing internal capability and external expertise, and serving as a trusted advisor to the CEO, CFO, and executive leadership team.</li> </ul> <h3 style="font-size:18px; font-weight:700; margin:16px 0 8px;">Performance Expectations (First 6-12 Months)</h3> <ul style="margin:0 0 12px; padding-inline-start:24px; list-style-type:disc; list-style-position:outside;"> <li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Establish a well-run Legal &amp; Compliance function with clear ownership, governance, and efficient operating processes.</li> <li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Streamline the contracting process and successfully integrate and develop the Legal Associate.</li> <li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Deliver ISO 27001 and SOC 2 renewals on schedule while maintaining a strong, evidence-backed compliance posture.</li> <li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Implement an enterprise risk register, core corporate policies, and a robust Data Protection Officer framework.</li> <li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Significantly advance Lucidya's legal and governance readiness for mergers and acquisitions, future fundraising, and capital markets activities.</li> </ul> <h3 style="font-size:18px; font-weight:700; margin:16px 0 8px;">Qualifications and Experience</h3> <ul style="margin:0 0 12px; padding-inline-start:24px; list-style-type:disc; list-style-position:outside;"> <li style="margin:0 0 6px;">A minimum of <strong style="font-weight:700;">10 years of legal experience</strong>, including in-house legal and compliance leadership at a technology, SaaS, or comparably regulated company.</li> <li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Qualified lawyer with a strong grounding in commercial, corporate, and technology law; Saudi law exposure and understanding of the KSA/GCC regulatory environment is strongly preferred.</li> <li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Demonstrated ownership of a compliance and certification program (ISO 27001, SOC 2 or equivalent) and of data-protection compliance (PDPL and/or GDPR).</li> <li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Hands-on M&amp;A and corporate experience, including managing diligence and transaction processes, ideally with experience working alongside investors and boards.</li> <li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Exposure to regulated industries, with experience serving or operating within public-sector, banking/financial-services, or telecom environments.</li> <li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Proven track record of building or scaling a legal and compliance function in a high-growth company, and of managing external counsel effectively on a budget.</li> <li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Pre-IPO or capital-markets readiness experience is a strong advantage.</li> </ul> <h3 style="font-size:18px; font-weight:700; margin:16px 0 8px;">Required Skills and Competencies</h3> <ul style="margin:0 0 12px; padding-inline-start:24px; list-style-type:disc; list-style-position:outside;"> <li style="margin:0 0 6px;"><strong style="font-weight:700;">Autonomous operator:</strong> Ability to run the function independently with minimal oversight, bringing structure to ambiguity and requiring no hand-holding.</li> <li style="margin:0 0 6px;"><strong style="font-weight:700;">Commercial judgment:</strong> Balances legal risk against business velocity, acting as a business enabler rather than a blocker.</li> <li style="margin:0 0 6px;"><strong style="font-weight:700;">Governance rigor:</strong> Builds durable policies, controls, and audit trails that withstand external scrutiny.</li> <li style="margin:0 0 6px;"><strong style="font-weight:700;">Clear communicator:</strong> Translates complex legal and regulatory matters into concise, decision-ready guidance for executives and the board.</li> <li style="margin:0 0 6px;"><strong style="font-weight:700;">Pragmatic and lean:</strong> Understands when to build in-house versus utilizing external counsel, and how to prioritize effectively under resource constraints.</li> <li style="margin:0 0 6px;"><strong style="font-weight:700;">High integrity and independence:</strong> Comfortable upholding governance standards and escalating issues when necessary.</li> </ul>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p>HR Specialist</p><p>We are looking for an experienced <b>HR Specialist</b> to join our team in Riyadh. The role will focus primarily on <b>HR administration, employee affairs, government procedures, and day-to-day HR operations</b>, working closely with the <b>Operations Manager</b> to ensure smooth and compliant workforce administration.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Handle daily HR administrative activities and maintain accurate employee records and documentation.</li><li>Manage employee onboarding, contracts, renewals, transfers, resignations, and offboarding procedures.</li><li>Follow up on <b>Iqama, work permits, visas, profession changes, sponsorship transfers, exit/re-entry visas, and final exit procedures</b>.</li><li>Manage and follow up on Saudi government HR platforms and related procedures, including <b>Qiwa, Muqeem, GOSI, Mudad, and other relevant portals</b>.</li><li>Monitor employee documentation expiry dates and ensure timely renewals.</li><li>Prepare employment contracts, HR letters, salary certificates, warnings, employee notices, and other HR documentation.</li><li>Maintain attendance, leave, vacation, and employee records in coordination with management.</li><li>Support payroll preparation by providing accurate attendance, deductions, overtime, leave, and employee-related information.</li><li>Ensure company HR practices comply with <b>Saudi Labor Law and local regulations</b>.</li><li>Coordinate closely with the <b>Operations Manager</b> regarding manpower requirements, employee movements, operational staffing, and administrative matters.</li><li>Support recruitment activities when required, including screening candidates, arranging interviews, preparing offers, and completing onboarding documentation.</li><li>Assist employees with HR-related inquiries and government procedures.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of employee and company information.</li><li>Prepare periodic HR reports for management.</li></ul><p>Requirements</p><ul><li>Previous professional experience in <b>HR administration in Saudi Arabia</b>.</li><li>Strong practical knowledge of <b>Saudi Labor Law, HR procedures, and government platforms</b>.</li><li>Hands-on experience with <b>Qiwa, Muqeem, GOSI, Mudad</b>, and related systems.</li><li>Good understanding of Iqama, visa, sponsorship transfer, work permit, and employee documentation procedures.</li><li>Strong organizational and administrative skills.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple employee files, deadlines, and government requirements simultaneously.</li><li>Good communication skills in <b>Arabic and English</b>.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR/ERP systems.</li><li>Ability to work closely with operations and management in a fast-paced working environment.</li></ul><p><br></p> </div><h2 class="h5">Skills</h2> <div data-jb-field="skills"><p><br></p><p>We are looking for a <b>hands-on HR professional</b>, rather than a purely strategic HR profile. The ideal candidate should be comfortable managing the practical administrative side of HR, dealing with government platforms and employee procedures, and supporting the Operations Manager with the daily workforce requirements of the company.</p></div>

We are looking for a QA &amp; PMS Specialist to support the implementation and maintenance of Quality Assurance and Post Market Surveillance activities across our MENA organization.<br><br><strong>What you will do:<br><br></strong><ul><li>Executing Quality Assurance (QA) and Post Market Surveillance (PMS) activities in line with local, regional, and corporate procedures and requirements.</li><li>Supporting the implementation and maintenance of the local Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure ongoing regulatory compliance.</li><li>Coordinating product safety reporting activities and supporting communications with relevant stakeholders, including healthcare professionals, distributors, and regulatory authorities.</li><li>Supporting the management of quality events, including non-conformances (NCs), corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs), and follow-up activities.</li><li>Assisting in the development, update, and implementation of quality procedures, work instructions, and SOPs.</li><li>Participating in internal and external audits and supporting inspection readiness activities.</li><li>Delivering quality and compliance training to employees and supporting onboarding of new team members.</li><li>Working cross-functionally to ensure quality requirements are effectively integrated into business processes.</li><li>Supporting the implementation of regional or global quality system changes within the local organization.</li><li>Monitoring, collecting, and reporting QA and PMS metrics and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Promoting a culture of quality and compliance across the organization.</li><li>Collaborating with EEMEA and global RAQA teams to support business and regulatory objectives.<br><br></li></ul><strong>What you need:<br><br></strong><strong>Required:<br><br></strong><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Healthcare, or a related field.</li><li>1-3 years of experience in Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, Post Market Surveillance, or a related healthcare or medical device environment.</li><li>Knowledge of Quality Management Systems and regulatory compliance principles.</li><li>Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.</li><li>Fluency in English.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Preferred:<br><br></strong><ul><li>Experience within the medical device, pharmaceutical, or healthcare industry.</li><li>Familiarity with NC, CAPA, complaint handling, or PMS processes.</li><li>Knowledge of ISO 13485, MDR, SFDA, or other applicable quality and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Arabic language skills are an advantage.<br><br></li></ul>Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually.

<p>Strategic Business Development</p><ul><li>Identify and develop new business opportunities within food manufacturers, cosmetics producers, personal care companies, consumer goods manufacturers, retailers, importers, exporters, distributors, and healthcare-related consumer product sectors.</li><li>Establish SGS as the preferred partner for testing, inspection and auditing services by presenting value-added solutions that address customer quality, safety, and compliance objectives.</li><li>Develop and execute sector-specific business growth strategies to increase market penetration, expand service adoption, and achieve sustainable revenue growth.</li><li>Continuously monitor industry developments, emerging regulations, market trends, and customer requirements to proactively create new business opportunities and maintain a competitive market position.</li></ul><p>Key Account Management</p><ul><li>Build and maintain long-term relationships with senior stakeholders including Quality Managers, Technical Managers, Regulatory Affairs Teams, Procurement Managers, Supply Chain Leaders, Manufacturing Directors, and Executive Management.</li><li>Develop strategic account plans identifying customer priorities, upcoming projects, growth opportunities, and potential areas for service expansion.</li><li>Conduct regular customer meetings and business reviews to evaluate service performance, identify improvement opportunities, and strengthen customer partnerships.</li><li>Act as the primary commercial contact for assigned strategic accounts and coordinate internally to ensure seamless service delivery.</li></ul><p>Project Coordination &amp; Service Execution</p><ul><li>Work closely with SGS laboratory, inspection, operations, and audit teams to ensure successful project execution and timely delivery of services.</li><li>Coordinate customer requests, project timelines, quotations, and operational requirements to ensure customer expectations are met.</li><li>Monitor service quality and customer satisfaction, proactively addressing issues and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Ensure effective communication between customers and operational teams throughout the project lifecycle.</li></ul><p>Market Intelligence &amp; Industry Engagement</p><ul><li>Monitor developments within the food, cosmetics, personal care, and consumer products sectors to identify emerging risks, opportunities, and regulatory changes.</li><li>Represent SGS at industry exhibitions, conferences, customer forums, trade associations, and networking events.</li><li>Share competitive intelligence and market insights with management to support business planning and service development initiatives.</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum 5 to 10 years of experience in Key Account Management, Business Development, Technical Sales, Testing, Inspection, Certification, Food Safety, Cosmetics, Consumer Products, Quality Assurance, or related industries.</li><li>Previous experience within a TIC (Testing, Inspection &amp; Certification)</li><li>Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Pharmacy, Cosmetic Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline.</li><li>Arabic Language is a plus.</li><li>Transferable Iqama</li><li>Must have a valid driving license.</li></ul>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p>1) Office daily admin: Manage office supplies, fixed assets, meetings, receptions, document filing and office upkeep to guarantee smooth branch daily operations.</p><p>2) Official platform compliance: Maintain &amp; renew Saudi government systems (Qiwa, GOSI, Muqeem), follow local labor policies to avoid compliance risks.</p><p>3) Expat HR affairs: Complete expatriates’ entry/exit formalities, staff file management, payroll accounting, social insurance &amp; welfare payment; issue various official certificates and manage employee relations.</p><p>4) Overall coordination: Support cross-department work and finish temporary tasks assigned by supervisors.</p> </div><h2 class="h5">Skills</h2> <div data-jb-field="skills"><p>1) Bachelor degree or above, HR/Administration/Finance related majors preferred.</p><p>2) Min. 2 years HR &amp; admin experience; familiar with Saudi labor rules and government platforms is prioritized.</p><p>3) Proficient in English for daily office work and external communication; basic Arabic skills are a plus.</p><p>4) Master HR &amp; admin procedures, able to independently handle overseas HR and admin work.</p><p>5) Detail-minded, strong execution &amp; stress tolerance, willing to stay long-term in Saudi Arabia, keep strict confidentiality.</p></div>