Legal Lead

We are hiring a Legal Lead to oversee legal operations, ensure compliance with Saudi laws and regulations, and support corporate governance frameworks. This role is critical to managing contracts, board governance, stakeholder engagement, and day-to-day legal advisory.

Key Responsibilities

Contract Management

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts to ensure legal soundness and alignment with internal policies and Saudi regulations.

Board Governance

• Act as Board Secretary, prepare and maintain Minutes of Meetings (MoM), and ensure compliance with governance frameworks and regulatory standards.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with internal departments and external partners, providing legal counsel and risk mitigation strategies to support business objectives.

Operational Oversight

• Manage daily legal operations including regulatory advisory, dispute resolution, and policy development.

Governance & Compliance

• Support the implementation and monitoring of corporate governance and compliance programs aligned with Saudi legal frameworks.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in law (LLB); Master’s degree (LLM) or equivalent is preferred
• Minimum 11 years of legal experience, preferably in Saudi Arabia or the GCC
• Proven expertise in contract law, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance
• Strong understanding of Saudi legal systems and government regulations
• Excellent communication skills in Arabic and English
• High attention to detail, discretion, and integrity