Legal Advisor

Job Summary

Azhar Group is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Legal Advisor to provide comprehensive legal advice and support across our diverse business units, including but not limited to construction, real estate, education, and health . The ideal candidate will safeguard the Group's interests, mitigate legal risks, and ensure full compliance with Saudi Arabian laws and regulations. This is a critical role that requires a proactive and strategic legal professional.

Job Responsibilities:

As Legal Advisor, you will be responsible for a wide range of legal functions, including:

• Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts in both Arabic and English , ensuring they are legally sound and protect the Group’s interests.
• Compliance and Corporate Governance: Monitor and ensure the Group's adherence to all applicable Saudi Arabian laws, regulations, and corporate standards. This includes managing and maintaining corporate records and licenses.
• Legal Advisory: Provide timely and practical legal advice to senior management on a broad spectrum of issues, including corporate structuring, mergers, acquisitions, and HR-related matters.
• Litigation and Dispute Resolution: Manage and oversee all litigation and dispute resolution matters involving the Group, working closely with external counsel when necessary.

Experience and Qualifications:

• A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree is required; a Master of Laws (LLM) is a plus.
• A minimum of 8-10 years of progressive legal experience , with a significant portion gained in-house or at a reputable law firm in the Saudi Arabian market .
• Proven experience in the construction and real estate industries is essential.
• Fluency in both written and spoken Arabic and English is mandatory.
• A deep understanding of Saudi Arabian laws, particularly in commercial, corporate, and labor law.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with a high degree of professional integrity.