Legal Advisor

Context:-

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Legal Advisor to join our team in Mekkah, Saudi Arabia.

The Legal Advisor is responsible for providing high-level regulatory legal counsel to the delivery partner team, ensuring operations and policy alignment with the Client's frameworks, as well as with applicable Saudi laws, public sector protocols, and Ministry of Transport (MOT) regulations.

Mission/Main Duties:-

• Regulatory Affairs & Compliance Leadership:
• Lead the interpretation and application of Saudi legal, regulatory, and public sector requirements within the program operations.
• Monitor, analyze, and communicate legislative and regulatory changes impacting the transport, construction, and urban mobility sector.
• Ensure strict compliance with the Client's governance standards, KSA public sector policies, TGA and MOT regulations
• Policy & Process Development:
• Develop, review, and continuously improve delivery partner policies, procedures, and governance documents to ensure alignment with regulatory frameworks and best public sector practices.

Stakeholder Engagement with Public Sector Entities:

• Act as primary legal interface with critical regulatory bodies (e.g., TGA, RCRC, MoTLS) and other governmental authorities.
• Advisory & Training:
• Advise senior leaders and project teams on critical regulatory and statutory risks, with a focus on preventive legal governance over reactive dispute management.
• Design and deliver workshops, briefing sessions, and training to promote awareness and understanding of evolving legal and regulatory obligations.
• Regulatory Risk Management

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in law (LLB) from a recognized Saudi or international university.
• Master’s degree in law, Public Administration, or Regulatory Affairs is highly desirable.

Professional Experience:

• Minimum 14 years’ experience in legal advisory roles, with a substantial focus (at least 10 years) on regulatory compliance or public sector legal frameworks in Saudi Arabia.
• Direct experience liaising with or working for Saudi regulatory bodies such as TGA, RCRC, MoTLS, or similar authorities.
• Deep familiarity with KSA government processes, public procurement law, regulatory drafting, and legal impact analysis.

Preferred Background:

• Previous legal/regulatory roles in large-scale public transport, infrastructure projects, or within a government entity.
• Evidence of leadership in legal teams advising public sector clients, especially in regulatory implementation and policy advocacy.
• Fluency in Arabic and English (both written and spoken)
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Systra is an equal opportunities company; this position is open to all applicants.