Legal Director

Job Title: Legal Director

Job Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Years of Experience: +8 Years

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all legal matters related to the company’s operations and strategic initiatives.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage complex contracts, agreements, and legal documentation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and corporate governance standards.
• Identify legal risks and develop practical solutions to mitigate exposure.
• Manage disputes, claims, and litigation matters in coordination with external counsel.
• Support major transactions, partnerships, investments, and corporate projects.
• Advise on corporate, commercial, employment, and regulatory matters.
• Providing legal advice and consultations.
• Develop and implement internal legal policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks.
• Build strong relationships with regulators, external advisors, and business partners.
• Lead and develop the legal team to achieve high performance standards.
• Keep the business informed of legislative and regulatory developments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLM or higher qualification is an advantage).
• Minimum 8 years of relevant legal experience, with proven exposure to corporate and commercial matters.
• Familiarity with Saudi laws and regulations.
• Strong experience in contract drafting, negotiation, and risk management.
• Solid knowledge of governance, compliance, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience managing disputes, external counsel, and cross-functional legal matters.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to provide practical, solution-oriented advice.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and sound judgment.