Legal Counsel - Saudi Arabia & Bahrain

Job Location - Saudi Arabia and Bahrain

The geographical area for this role covers Saudi Arabia and Bahrain.

Minimum Requirements

• LLB or LLM in Law
• Minimum 5 years of relevant post qualification experience in international legal departments
• Excellent interpersonal skills enabling you to evolve in an international and challenging environment
• Ability to handle several tasks with pragmatism and reactivity
• Strong team spirit and ability to collaborate cross functionally
• Fluent in English and Arabic, and able to negotiate and draft contracts in both languages

Responsibilities Legal Function

• Handle all legal affairs and manage legal risks within the region, with a strong focus on reviewing proposals, offers, and contracts
• Handle corporate matters for all Bureau Veritas legal entities within the area
• Provide legal support for Mergers & Acquisitions and Joint Ventures
• Handle litigation matters with the support of external lawyers when required and manage insurance matters in coordination with the Group Risk and Insurance Department
• Assist with debt collection matters

Compliance Function

• Coordinate with group compliance teams to align compliance objectives, processes, and goals, ensuring consistent practices across the organization
• Maintain accurate and up to date records of compliance activities, audits, and investigations
• Provide training and guidance to staff on compliance related matters, promoting a culture of integrity, compliance, and transparency throughout the organization
• Ensure adherence to applicable laws and regulations, including privacy laws, international sanctions, and export control rules

Seniority level

Mid Senior level

Employment type

Full time

Job function

Legal