Group General Counsel

Job Purpose

The Group General Counsel is a senior executive leadership position responsible for setting the strategic legal agenda and safeguarding Artan Holding’s global interests. This role provides strategic legal counsel to the Board and C-suite, ensures enterprise-wide governance, compliance, and risk mitigation, and enables sustainable growth across multiple jurisdictions. The General Counsel will lead all legal, regulatory, and corporate governance functions while partnering with business leaders to support M&A, expansion, and commercial operations globally.

Key Relationships

· Internal: Board of Directors, CEO, Executive Leadership Team, SBU & BSU Heads

· External: Regulators, government agencies, law firms, strategic partners, and international authorities

Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Responsibilities

· Act as the chief legal advisor to the executive leadership, shaping corporate strategy with legal insight and foresight.

· Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of group-wide governance, compliance, and legal/reputational risk management frameworks.

· Oversee the legal aspects of mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships, including cross-border transactions.

· Provide expert counsel on corporate structure, regulatory affairs, data protection, intellectual property, and employment law.

· Ensure proactive compliance with evolving legal landscapes, including international trade, competition, and regulatory frameworks.

· Serve as the principal representative of the company in legal proceedings, negotiations, and government or regulatory engagements.

Operational & Leadership Responsibilities

· Build, lead and mentor a high-performing legal team, fostering commercial acumen, strategic thinking, and collaborative partnership. Oversee and manage all legal matters across AH, including its subsidiaries and portfolio companies.

· Review, negotiate, and draft complex commercial contracts and agreements to mitigate risk and protect the company’s interests. Establish standardised legal templates, policies, and governance structures across all subsidiaries.

· Partner with internal stakeholders to identify legal risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.

· Drive continuous legal innovation by leveraging legal technology, knowledge management tools, and best practices.

Skills

· Strategic & Commercial Acumen

· Governance & Compliance Expertise

· Contract & Transactional Excellence

· Regulatory and Policy Insight

· Leadership & Stakeholder Influence

· Risk Management & Decision-Making

· Communication & Negotiation

· International Mindset

Qualifications & Experience

· Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) with specialisation in corporate or commercial law; Master’s in Law or Business preferred.

· Minimum 15 years’ senior legal experience, including at least 5 years at executive or general counsel level in a complex, international organisation.

· Proven expertise in corporate governance, commercial transactions, M&A, and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions.

· Demonstrated experience influencing board-level decisions and partnering with C-suite executives.

· Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and the ability to translate complex legal issues into actionable business strategy.

· Fluency in English is essential; Arabic language will be an advantage.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Legal Counsel: 10 years (Required)
• contract negotiation and drafting: 5 years (Required)