business lawyer

MENA Recruit

The Role
 A well-established private practice law firm in Riyadh is seeking a Corporate Lawyer (4–5 PQE+) to join its Saudi corporate team. The role focuses on general corporate work, with a strong emphasis on corporate regulatory matters in the Saudi market. The team advises both local and international clients, supporting businesses operating in or entering Saudi Arabia. Key responsibilities include: 1. Advising on general corporate and commercial matters 2. Handling corporate regulatory work relevant to Saudi law and practice 3. Supporting transactional work, including M&A, where required 4. Working closely with partners on complex, client-facing matters 5. Advising clients on corporate structuring and compliance in Saudi Arabia
 
Requirements
 1. 4–5 years’ PQE or above in corporate law 2. Private practice background 3. Experience in general corporate and corporate regulatory work 4. Exposure to the Saudi legal and regulatory environment 5. England & Wales or New York qualification preferred 6. Arabic not required 7. Willingness to be based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
 
About the company
 MENA Recruit came to fruition in response to a growing need for international legal talent in London and Dubai. Its initial focus began in the Legal sector, evolving as a service provider for other sectors such as Administration, Marketing, Business Development, HR, IT, Finance and C-Suite positions. Over the last two decades, with roots firmly planted in the Middle East and operations expanding into the APAC region, MENA Recruit has gained intuitive industry knowledge and expertise. With its unique, people-focused approach, the firm has yielded competitive advantage for its clients and rewarding careers for the professionals it has supported throughout the years. The company is dedicated to delivering the highest quality of talent and service to its clients while working tenaciously towards helping them achieve higher retention rates. For this reason, MENA Recruit is considered by both candidates and clients as a consultant in the truest sense of the word, offering guidance to both people and organizations on how to adapt to the constant change in market conditions and how to anticipate present and future challenges. Presently, MENA Recruit provides services to organizations and professionals in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia, and the United Kingdom. With such an extensive global reach, strong brand value, decades of expertise, and an innovative approach towards business challenges, its clear why MENA Recruit is the partner of choice for both in-house recruiters and candidates internationally.

Corporate Lawyer

Rayed Alhomied Law Firm

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 Company Description:
 
 
 
 At Rayed Alhomied Law Firm, we take pride in upholding the highest standards of ethics and professionalism while ensuring a deep understanding of our clients' legal and business needs. With specialized expertise in Insurance, Commercial, Corporate, and Foreign Investments.. we deliver innovative and tailored legal solutions for complex challenges. Our services include Legal Consultations, Agreements &amp; Contracts, Litigation, and Alternative Dispute Resolution in both Arabic and English. We are dedicated to providing efficient, timely, and accurate legal support to our clients, adapting to meet their evolving needs.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Description:
 
 
 
 This is a full-time on-site role for a Trainee Lawyer at Rayed Alhomied Law Firm in Riyadh. The Trainee Lawyer will assist the Manager and senior Lawyers in legal research, drafting legal documents, attending court proceedings, following up with Government entities, following up with clients, and supporting client meetings and consultations, in addition to all other related tasks..
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications:
 
 
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 Bachelor's degree in Law,
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 Excellent English proficiency, both written and spoken,
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 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills,
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 Strong analytical and critical thinking skills,
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 Excellent time management skills,
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 Well-developed organizational skills,
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 Attention to detail and accuracy,
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 Ability to multitask and organize daily workload by priorities,
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 Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced and quickly changing environment,
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 Good resilience under pressure,
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 Strong knowledge of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint),
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 Legal research, Legal writing, and document drafting skills,
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 Knowledge of court procedures and legal documentation.
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Trainee Lawyer

Avensys Consulting

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 Avensys is a reputed global IT professional services company headquartered in Singapore. Our service spectrum includes enterprise solution consulting, business intelligence, business process automation and managed services. Given our decade of success, we have evolved to become one of the top trusted providers in Singapore and service a client base across banking and financial services, insurance, information technology, healthcare, retail and supply chain.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We are currently looking to hire a
 
 Legal Advisor
 
 
 
 
 Location: Riyadh
 
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 Saudi Arabia
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Experience:
 
 Minimum 5 years in a similar role
 
 
 
 Preferred Industry:
 
 Construction or Real Estate
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Overview:
 
 
 
 We are seeking an experienced
 
 Legal Advisor
 
 to provide legal guidance and support across all company operations, ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will have a experience, working with corporate entities with the ability to draft, review, and negotiate contracts and manage legal risks effectively.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
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 Provide legal advice and support on a wide range of matters related to company operations, contracts, and regulatory compliance.
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 Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, lease contracts, and construction-related contracts.
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 Ensure compliance with Saudi laws and regulations, particularly those relevant to the real estate and construction sectors.
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 Handle legal documentation related to property acquisitions, sales, and project development.
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 Represent the company in legal proceedings, arbitrations, or negotiations when necessary.
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 Liaise with external law firms, government authorities, and stakeholders on legal matters.
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 Assess potential legal risks and provide solutions to mitigate them.
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 Stay updated with changes in laws, regulations, and industry standards affecting the company&rsquo;s business.
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 Qualifications &amp; Requirements:
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law
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 Minimum
 
 5 years of proven experience
 
 as a Legal Advisor or Legal Counsel, preferably in the
 
 construction or real estate
 
 industry.
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 Strong knowledge of
 
 Saudi commercial, labor, and real estate laws
 
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 Excellent contract drafting and negotiation skills.
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 WHAT&rsquo;S ON OFFER
 
 
 
 You will be remunerated with an excellent base salary and entitled to attractive company benefits. Additionally, you will get the opportunity to enjoy a fun and collaborative work environment, alongside a strong career progression.
 
 
 
 To submit your application, please apply online or email your UPDATED CV in Microsoft Word format to Ahsan@aven-sys.com
 
 . Your interest will be treated with strict confidentiality.
 
 
 
 
 
 CONSULTANT DETAILS
 
 
 Consultant Name: Ahsan
 
 
 Avensys Consulting Pte Ltd
 
 
 EA Licence 12C5759
 
 
 
 
 
 Privacy Statement: Data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only. Personal data provided will be used strictly in accordance with the relevant data protection law and Avensys' personal information and privacy policy.
 
 
 
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Corporate Legal Counsel

Buchanan Law

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 Disputes &amp; Litigation Associate &ndash; 2+ PQE
 
 
 
 
 
 
 A leading international law firm is actively seeking an Arabic-speaking Disputes &amp; Litigation Associate to join its expanding Riyadh office. This is a newly requalified role within a strategically important practice, and an exceptional opportunity to be part of a team that is set for significant growth across the region.
 
 
 
 
 
 The practice sits at the heart of the firm&rsquo;s Middle East strategy, led by a highly respected head of Saudi Arabia and supported by a small but deeply experienced group of disputes lawyers. With only one core team member currently in place, the incoming associate will work side-by-side with two senior partners on a broad portfolio of contentious matters, offering unparalleled exposure and a chance to make a meaningful impact from day one.
 
 
 
 
 
 The disputes practice covers the full spectrum of contentious work before Saudi courts and local tribunals. The team handles a diverse mix of commercial litigation, regulatory disputes, shareholder conflicts, contract enforcement actions, financial and banking disputes, and complex domestic litigation involving major Saudi corporates and international entities operating in the region. Much of the work is highly technical and fast-moving, often involving overlapping local and multinational considerations, making this a rare opportunity to develop deep regional expertise while working within a major global platform.
 
 
 
 
 
 Associates play a key role in drafting pleadings, preparing court submissions, liaising with local authorities, managing case strategies, advising clients on litigation risks, and supporting senior lawyers on high-stakes hearings. Because of the nature of the work, the role requires strong advocacy skills, sound judgment and the confidence to navigate local court procedures &mdash; qualities the firm values highly and invests heavily in developing.
 
 
 With the disputes team being positioned as a major future growth pillar for the firm in Saudi Arabia, joining now places the successful candidate at the forefront of an evolving practice. Progression opportunities are strong, the platform is expanding, and the team culture prioritises collaboration, mentorship and long-term development.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Who We&rsquo;re Looking For
 
 
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 2+ PQE (flexible for strong candidates with the required Saudi court experience).
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 Fully qualified to appear before courts in Saudi Arabia.
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 Fluent Arabic speaker.
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 At least one year of regional disputes/litigation experience.
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 Strong written advocacy and experience drafting court submissions.
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 Ambitious, grounded, committed to high-quality work and comfortable in a small, fast-growing team.
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 Working Model &amp; Package
 
 
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 Riyadh-based role within a leading international disputes platform.
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 Competitive international salary and benefits (details provided during the interview process).
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Disputes Lawyer

JEX Personnel

The Role
 Join a leading law firm in Riyadh as a Senior Corporate Lawyer, where you will play a pivotal role in providing expert legal counsel on complex corporate matters, helping clients navigate the regulatory landscape and achieve their business objectives. Responsibilities: - Provide expert legal advice on corporate transactions, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and compliance matters. - Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements and contracts. - Conduct thorough legal due diligence and risk assessments for corporate clients. - Stay updated on Saudi Arabian corporate laws and regulatory changes, advising clients accordingly. - Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver comprehensive legal solutions. - Represent clients in negotiations and liaise with government authorities as necessary. - Mentor junior legal staff and contribute to the development of the legal team.
 
Requirements
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<li>Bachelor's degree in law; advanced degree or certification in corporate law is preferred. - Ideally licensed to practice law in Saudi Arabia with substantial experience in corporate law. - Proven track record in handling complex corporate legal matters in a law firm or corporate environment. - Strong knowledge of Saudi Arabian corporate and commercial law. - 8+ years of experiance - Excellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skills. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. - High ethical standards and professional integrity. - Fluency in English and Arabic is highly desirable.</li>
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About the company
 Executive search involves working with a third party, such as JEX Personnel. Executive search is relationship driven. JEX Personnel will work closely with you to understand the requirements of the role. It is a research-led approach, meaning a search firm will be paid a retainer fee upfront to carry out analyse the marketplace and benchmark for skills/roles and salaries. A search firm will tend to have extensive knowledge of and access to board directors and senior executives across industries and functions, allowing them to build a large pool of top executive talent

Senior Corporate Lawyer - Leading Law Firm

A&O Shearman

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 We are recruiting for an Associate and Senior Associate to join our Corporate M&amp;A Practice in Riyadh.
 
 
 
 DEPARTMENT PURPOSE
 
 
 
 
 A&amp;O Shearman advises across the full spectrum of corporate work including public takeovers, private M&amp;A, Private Equity, ECM, complex joint ventures, disposals and corporate restructurings, as well as general commercial, antitrust and corporate governance issues. We are a truly global adviser with an enviable geographic footprint. Our corporate team spans all of our offices and works seamlessly with a global community of relationship law firms. This platform provides our clients with the confidence that they will receive the highest quality advice in both their domestic markets and as they expand into new territories.
 
 
 We are a leading adviser on strategic M&amp;A and have received extensive recognition of our market-leading position through being ranked in the top tier by each of the leading independent guides to the legal profession. Advising on high-profile, innovative and often 'market first' transactions has led to our corporate team consistently being ranked top of the M&amp;A league tables (including, most recently, top of the M&amp;A league tables by deal value in 2023 and 2024 (LSEG)).
 
 In the last decade IFLR has awarded us the prestigious accolades of International Firm of the Year five times and M&amp;A Deal of the Year three times and most recently, Legal 500 awarded us Commercial, Corporate and M&amp;A Firm of the Year at the Legal 500 MENA Awards 2024. No other firm has matched our success.
 
 
 As a result associates coming to this team will obtain some of the best experience available in the market. We are focused on growing our people so that they can fulfil their potential and become the best transactional lawyers.
 
 
 
 ROLE &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES
 
 
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 Drafting, reviewing and amending documentation
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 Providing strategic guidance to clients
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 Managing client expectations and project delivery appropriately
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 Business development - development of personal plan, assistance with and implementation of business development campaign
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 Legal research
 
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 KEY REQUIREMENTS
 
 
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 Qualified lawyer
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 Strong technical knowledge with regards to corporate M&amp;A
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 Strong transactional experience
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 Intellectual curiosity and versatility
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 Self-starter with the desire and ability to continuously acquire, build upon and share know ledge
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 Detail-focused and self-motivated approach
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 Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
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 Excellent client relationship skills
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 Ability to operate at associate level within a complex international organisation
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 Strong commercial/business acumen with the ability to deliver creative and pragmatic solutions and advice
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 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface at all levels and particularly to with the respect of the partner and fee-earner community, building strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
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 Collaborative team player with the ability to develop and work in a fast paced, intellectually rigorous environment
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 A person of sound judgement, able to establish a high level of credibility
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 Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required.
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Associate/Senior Associate - Corporate M&A

Bayut KSA - بيوت السعودية

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 Bayut is the number one property portal in the Kingdom, connecting millions of users across the country. We are committed to delivering the best online search experience. As part of Dubizzle Group, Bayut is alongside some of the strongest classifieds brands in the market. With a collective strength of 10 brands, we have more than 200 million monthly users that trust in our dedication to providing them with the best platform for their needs.
 
 
 As a Senior Legal Manager, you will&nbsp; work closely with our group legal team to play a pivotal role in overseeing legal compliance and providing legal guidance across various aspects of our business in KSA, including commercial contracts and transactions, litigation matters, and employee relations. You will be responsible for overseeing, advising on, and managing legal matters to support our company's goals and objectives.
 
 
 
 In this role, you will:
 
 
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 Lead, mentor and manage the legal team to ensure high performance, professional growth and effective support to the company&nbsp;
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 Provide the leadership team with legally sound advice, which is commercially viable and supports the company's strategic and operational objectives
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 Oversee all legal matters including corporate governance, commercial contracts, litigation, employment law, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance
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 Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of commercial and administrative contracts, joint ventures, acquisitions, and partnerships
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 Educate and train internal teams on legal best practices, policies, and risk awareness
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 Deal with day-to-day operations of the KSA business with regard to risk and general corporate and commercial issues
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 Partner with cross functional teams and provide legal support to various departments, offering guidance on legal matters related to business development, mergers and acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives
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 Draft, curate and continually improve the company's legal precedents and policies while keeping other departments informed and educated on their contents and any key developments;
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 Conduct legal research, monitor and keep up to date with relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends affecting the company's commercial activities, operations and regulatory compliance
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 Manage external legal firms as required in relation to litigation matters, including litigation strategy, dispute resolution, and court appearances
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 Evaluate potential litigation risks and provide proactive advice to mitigate legal exposure
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 Maintain accurate records of legal documents, actions, settlements, and court proceedings
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 Assist in resolving employment disputes and represent the company in negotiations with employees and regulatory authorities when necessary
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 Stay updated on labour laws and regulations to ensure company policies and practices remain compliant
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 Conduct legal audits and assessments to identify and address compliance issues, working closely with relevant departments to implement necessary changes
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 Anticipate and assess legal risks across all areas of business and propose effective mitigation strategies
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 Develop and implement legal policies and procedures to minimise legal exposure and promote compliance within the company
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 Prepare regular reports and updates for senior management on legal matters, the status of ongoing cases, and key legal risks
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 Requirements
 
 
 
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 Qualified lawyer with a law degree (or equivalent) and professional legal admission
 
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 6+ years of post-qualification experience;
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 Relevant technical expertise (private practice or in-house), in a similar role in KSA preferred;
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 Familiarity with the legal system of KSA, with local experience.&nbsp;
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 Proven background in commercial law;
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 Expertise in drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts;
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 Familiarity with dispute resolution processes, including litigation and arbitration
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 Fluency in English and Arabic, with strong written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders;
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 Exceptional research, analytical/critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with an attention to detail and an ability to provide sound legal advice;
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 Excellent leadership and team management skills;
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 Excellent contract drafting and negotiation skills and the ability to grasp and navigate complex legal matters;
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 Strong commercial acumen with the ability to align legal strategy with business objectives and risk appetite
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 Must be able to function effectively in a busy, team-oriented environment;
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 Demonstrated ability to work independently;
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 Must be able to multi-task effectively, be proactive and solution-oriented, manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and have exceptional organisational skills in a fast-paced environment;
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 Well-organised and capable of managing multiple matters efficiently and prioritising appropriately;
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 Flexibility, creativity, ability to adapt to changing needs and willingness to work in other practice areas;
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 Articulate, with strong commercial acumen;
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 High ethical standards and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and protecting sensitive information
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 Benefits
 
 
 
 
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 High-performing and fast-paced work environment
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 Comprehensive Health Insurance
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 Rewards and recognition
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 Learning &amp; Development
 
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 Bayut is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
 
 
 #KSABayut
 
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Senior Legal Manager

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