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Swatch Group

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 Legal &amp; Compliance Specialist - Riyadh - Saudi only
 
 
 
 
 
 We are seeking an experienced
 
 Saudi-qualified Lawyer
 
 to lead legal and compliance matters for our operations in Riyadh.
 
 
 
 
 
 This role will act as the main legal point of contact in Saudi Arabia, handling litigation matters, overseeing contracts, and ensuring compliance with local regulations while coordinating with our global legal team based in Switzerland.
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
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 Represent the company before Saudi courts and relevant judicial committees when required.
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 Manage litigation cases and work on dispute resolution and settlements.
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 Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements in line with Saudi regulations and company standards.
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 Ensure ongoing compliance with Saudi regulatory authorities, including ZATKA, MOC, MISA, and other applicable bodies.
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 Advise management on corporate, commercial, and labor law matters.
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 Coordinate local legal matters with the global legal function.
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 Candidate Profile
 
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 Licensed Saudi Lawyer with a valid Ministry of Justice license.
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 5-7 years of experience in corporate and commercial law with litigation exposure in Saudi Arabia.
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 Strong knowledge of Companies Law, Civil Transactions Law, and Saudi Labor Law.
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 Arabic speaker with strong professional English.
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 Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of legal matters locally.
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Legal Compliance Specialist

Namaa

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 Company Description
 
 
 
 
 
 Namaa Businesses is a leading professional service provider based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, serving a diverse global clientele across various industries. We specialize in delivering tailored solutions, ensuring our clients&rsquo; success in today&rsquo;s competitive business environment. Our team is committed to fostering innovation, collaboration, and excellence in every project we undertake.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Description
 
 
 
 
 
 This is a contract, on-site role for a Commercial Lawyer, based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The Commercial Lawyer will manage day-to-day tasks that include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts, providing legal advice to clients, addressing a variety of legal issues, and ensuring compliance with data privacy legislation. The role requires close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to minimize risks and secure the best outcomes for clients.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
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 Proficiency in Law and expertise in handling a range of legal issues
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 Experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating Commercial Contracts
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 In-depth knowledge of Legal Advice and consulting practices
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 Understanding of Data Privacy regulations and compliance
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 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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 Effective verbal and written communication skills
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law or equivalent; relevant certifications are an advantage
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 Fluency in English is required; knowledge of Arabic is a must.
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 Must have a law practice license.
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 Saudi national only.
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 </ul>
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Commercial Lawyer

Trendyol Group

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 At Trendyol Legal, we go beyond compliance&mdash;shaping business decisions with legal insight and strategic perspective. As trusted advisors, we support teams across the company on matters ranging from contracts and corporate law to labor, competition, transportation, and regulatory frameworks. By embedding legal thinking into every stage of business design, we safeguard the company&rsquo;s integrity while enabling agile, sustainable growth.
 
 
 
 
 
 We are looking for a legal professional to lead legal operations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with a focus on governance, labor law, compliance, and core commercial matters. Based in Riyadh, this role is essential in ensuring our business operates within the evolving legal and regulatory landscape of KSA. The ideal candidate combines a solid legal foundation with a proactive, business-minded approach, and is eager to contribute to the success of a dynamic tech company.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
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 Provide legal guidance on Saudi corporate governance, company law, and regulatory obligations.
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 Ensure compliance with Saudi labor laws, supporting the People Team on employment documentation and dispute resolution.
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 Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, service agreements, and platform terms.
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 Advise on operational legal risks across core commerce functions, supporting local and regional teams.
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 Lead internal reviews and implement compliance best practices tailored to Saudi law.
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 Collaborate with government entities (e.g., MHRSD, MOC, ZATCA) to support business continuity and regulatory alignment.
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 Coordinate with external counsel and Trendyol&rsquo;s HQ legal teams to manage disputes, inquiries, or escalations.
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 Monitor legal developments in e-commerce, digital services, and platform regulation in the Kingdom.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Expected Qualifications
 
 
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 Qualified lawyer with at least 5 year's post qualification KSA legal experience.
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 Deep knowledge of Saudi labor law, corporate governance, and commercial compliance.
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 Experience advising or working within e-commerce or tech-driven businesses is a strong advantage.
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 Familiarity with local governmental processes and regulatory bodies.
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 Excellent drafting and negotiation skills in both English and Arabic.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 What We Offer
 
 
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 Hybrid working model with flexibility:
 
 a schedule that helps you find the right balance between flexibility and team bonding, including work-from-abroad opportunities and a summer working model.
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 Personalised training allowance and learning opportunities:
 
 Use your annual budget for any training or conference of your choice, explore our Learning Management System (LMS) anytime, and join in-person learning sessions offered throughout the year.
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 Responsibility from day one:
 
 Take full ownership from the start in a culture where every voice is heard and valued.
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 A diverse, international team:
 
 Collaborate with global peers across our offices in Berlin, Amsterdam, Dubai, and beyond, in a startup-spirited and collaborative environment.
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 Opportunities to grow with the best:
 
 Tackle meaningful challenges, develop through hands-on experience, and grow with the support of expert guidance and global mentoring.
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 Meaningful connections beyond tasks:
 
 Be part of team rituals, events, and social activities that help us stay connected and inspired.
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 Take the Next Step
 
 
 
 If this role excites you, apply today, we look forward to taking the next step with you. Want to get to know the team better first? Explore our Career Website, LinkedIn, or YouTube to learn more about #LifeatTrendyol and how we work.
 
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Legal Counsel (Saudi Nationals Only)

DataVolt

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 Company Description
 
 
 
 DataVolt is a global leader in sustainable and innovative data center solutions. We provide businesses across the world with the infrastructure they need to connect, collaborate, and grow in the data-driven landscape of today. Our solutions focus on security, reliability, scalability, and sustainability, empowering our clients to truly achieve digital transformation. We have strategically positioned operations in Riyadh, Dubai, California, Mumbai and Tashkent and are committed to shaping a sustainable digital future through groundbreaking innovation.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 You will lead the legal workstream for DataVolt&rsquo;s global data center development program, from early-stage structuring and project development through EPC contracting, project finance, commercialization and operations.
 
 
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 Act as lead lawyer on strategic data center projects globally, from early development through construction and operation.
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 Structure, draft and negotiate all key project and delivery contracts, including (as relevant) EPC / EPCM / design-build contracts, long-lead equipment supply agreements, O&amp;M agreements, master services agreements (MSAs), colocation / GPUaaS contracts, connectivity and cooling arrangements, and land / real estate documentation.
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 Support and, where required, lead on project finance and structured financing arrangements, working closely with lenders, investors and financial advisers to deliver bankable structures and documentation
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 Support corporate development initiatives (e.g. acquisitions, disposals, platform investments) from term sheet through closing.
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 Draft, review and negotiate complex commercial contracts, including customer agreements, service level agreements, hyperscaler / enterprise contracts, vendor and EPC contracts, and framework / master agreements.
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 Develop and maintain playbooks, fallback positions and standard form templates for key project, EPC and commercial contracts to drive consistency, speed and quality across regions.
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 Ensure that all project documentation appropriately allocates and mitigates construction, performance, availability, technology, and regulatory risks.
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 Identify and manage legal and regulatory issues relating to project development, permitting, land, environmental and planning, as well as data center-specific regulations, data protection and cross-border data considerations (in coordination with specialist colleagues where appropriate).
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 Advise on corporate governance structures for project companies and JV entities, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations and internal policies.
 
 
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 Experience &amp; Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Master&rsquo;s degree in Law
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 Admission to practice law in at least one major common law or civil law jurisdiction.
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 Minimum 8 years of post-qualification experience in a leading law firm and/or in-house role, with a strong emphasis on: Project Development and Project Finance for infrastructure, energy, data centre's
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 Proven track record of leading complex, cross-border project and financing transactions from term sheet to closing.
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 Experience working on data center, digital infrastructure or telecoms facilities is a strong advantage.
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 Demonstrated experience managing external counsel and leading multidisciplinary deal teams.
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 Prior experience mentoring or managing junior lawyers and contributing to team strategy, with clear potential to step into leadership roles.
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 Strong capability to translate technical and commercial concepts into robust legal terms, and to calibrate risk allocation in line with market standards and DataVolt&rsquo;s strategy.
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 Deep understanding of Project contracts (GTCs/Colo agreements/offtake contracts/EPCM/O&amp;M, MSAs, connectivity, cooling &amp; power related agreements.
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Projects Legal Director

Clifford Chance

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 Who we are
 
 
 
 
 
 
 AS&amp;H Clifford Chance provides a market-leading legal offering for Saudi and international clients in the exceptionally dynamic and fast-growing market in Saudi Arabia.
 
 
 
 
 AS&amp;H Clifford Chance helps clients achieve their goals by combining the highest global standards with local expertise. Focusing on the core areas of commercial activity: capital markets; corporate and M&amp;A; finance and banking; real estate; litigation and dispute resolution.
 
 
 
 
 We have amassed a wealth of experience in Saudi Arabia and have led the market in developing many of the features of existing market practice. The team regularly advises key Saudi Ministries and government-owned entities as well as a wide range of government owned, privately and publicly held Saudi and international businesses, listed companies and financial institutions. The firm has a strong track record of advising on some of the most innovative and ground-breaking transactions in Saudi Arabia.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The role
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We apply our significant regional, European and international experience to a broad range of corporate, regulatory and commercial activities including mergers, acquisitions and disposals (both public and private), joint ventures, corporate restructurings and ECM.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key attractions
 
 
 
 
 
 
 AS&amp;H Clifford Chance is the current holder of the prestigious IFLR Saudi Arabian Law Firm of the Year, and the team has won the award for all but one of the past fourteen years since the inception of this award. The team was also ranked first by Merger market, both in terms of M&amp;A deal value and deal volume in Saudi Arabia for 2018 and 2019.
 
 
 
 
 You will work on leading deals for top tier clients. The range, calibre and international scope of the deal flow is unique.
 
 
 
 
 Recent deal highlights include advising:
 
 
 
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 Americana Restaurants PLC in relation to the first-ever concurrent dual IPO and listing on UAE and KSA&rsquo;s stock exchanges
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 Saudi Tadawul Group Company on its SAR 3.78 billion landmark IPO and SAR 12.6 billion listing on the Saudi Exchange (Tadawul)
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 The National Petrochemical Company (Petrochem) on its merger with Saudi Industrial Investment Group (SIIG) by way of a share exchange transaction
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 Saudi Investment Bank (SAIB) on the &ldquo;First of its Kind&rdquo; transaction for the sale of treasury shares (through a rights issue mechanism) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
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 the Public Investment Fund on its secondary public offering of 100,200,000 shares in STC, with an offering size of SAR 12 billion; a first of its kind in the market
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 the Public Investment Fund on the US$ 69.1 billion disposal of a 70% stake in SABIC to Saudi Arabian Oil Company, the largest M&amp;A ever in the region
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 the largest banking merger between NCB and SAMBA Financial Group
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 the first statutory banking merger between SABB and Al-Awwal Bank
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 Saudi Electricity Company on the conversion of its financial government liabilities into a SAR 167.92 billion (approx. USD 45 billion) Shari'a compliant subordinated financial equity-like instrument with a redemption option, considered the world's largest Shari&rsquo;a compliant transaction ever to be executed the first Rule 144A IPO for Arabian Centres in Saudi Arabia
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 </ul>
 
 The sophisticated internal training programme offered is unmatched in the region and includes local monthly courses run by The Academy with the opportunity to attend training programmes across the Clifford Chance network of offices.
 
 
 
 
 The team is proud of their reputation for being a very informal, supportive, and meritocratic group.
 
 
 
 
 You will feel part of a well organised and structured team which forms a supportive environment in which you can learn and flourish.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
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 Lead and oversee complex corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures.
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 You will be given the chance to handle a variety of work, including public and private M&amp;A, and ECM transactions across the Middle East.
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 Provide high-level strategic legal advice to clients on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and risk management.
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 Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of sophisticated corporate documents and agreements.
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 Supervise, mentor, and develop junior associates and fostering a collaborative team environment.
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 Collaborate with other practice areas within the firm to provide comprehensive and integrated legal solutions.
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 Maintain and enhance client relationships, ensuring high levels of client satisfaction and retention.
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 Stay abreast of legal developments and industry trends to provide proactive and forward-thinking advice to clients.
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Your experience
 
 
 
 
 
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 Qualified lawyer with 7-8 years of post-qualification experience in corporate law, preferably within a top-tier international law firm.
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 Proven track record of acting or leading on M&amp;A and ECM transactions.
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 Experience in, or exposure to, advising on Saudi Law aspects of international cross-border transactions would be advantageous.
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 Extensive experience in managing and executing complex corporate transactions.
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 Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
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 Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
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 Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
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 Proactive, with a strong sense of initiative and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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 Fluency in English is essential; proficiency in Arabic is advantageous.
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 You should also have a genuine and demonstrable interest in, or affinity for, the Middle East.
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 In all cases, candidates should have first class legal ability coupled with a practical commercial approach; excellent drafting, analytical and communication skills; and enjoy being part of a friendly outgoing team. You must also have exceptional results throughout your academic history.
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 Additional Information
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Equal opportunities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 At Clifford Chance, we understand that our true asset is our people. Inclusion is good for our team and their families, our firm and society.
 
 
 
 
 We are committed to treating all employees and applicants fairly and equally regardless of their gender, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, social or economic background, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation, or age. This applies to recruitment and selection, terms and conditions of employment including pay, promotion, training, transfer and every other aspect of employment.
 
 
 
 
 We have a variety of flourishing employee networks. These networks are a place for colleagues to share experiences and advocate for change wherever they see an opportunity for improvement.
 
 
 
 
 Our goal is to deliver an equality of opportunity, an equality of aspiration and an equality of experience to everyone who works in our firm.
 
 
 
 
 Find out more about our inclusive culture here.
 
 
 
 
 
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Senior Associate Corporate M&A

TalentHive

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 Legal Counsel &ndash; FinTech / AI (Riyadh, KSA)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 TalentHive is partnering with a fast-growing
 
 FinTech / AI company based in Riyadh
 
 to appoint a
 
 Legal Counsel
 
 to support its expanding operations across Saudi Arabia. This is a unique opportunity to join an innovative, high-growth environment at the intersection of finance, technology, and regulation.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Overview
 
 
 
 We are seeking a
 
 Saudi-qualified lawyer
 
 with strong knowledge of the local regulatory and legal landscape. This role will play a key part in ensuring compliance, managing legal documentation, and supporting day-to-day legal and administrative operations.
 
 
 
 
 
 The position is open on both a
 
 full-time and part-time basis
 
 , and we welcome applications from
 
 expats currently based in Saudi Arabia with long-term local experience
 
 , provided all core requirements are met.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 Provide legal support across
 
 FinTech and AI-related operations
 
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 Manage and review a range of
 
 commercial contracts and agreements
 
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 Handle
 
 Power of Attorney (PoA) documentation
 
 , particularly relating to banking matters
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 Support with
 
 regulatory compliance
 
 and liaise with relevant Saudi authorities
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 Oversee
 
 employment-related legal matters
 
 , including
 
 Qiwa contracts
 
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 Manage
 
 entry and exit visa processes
 
 for expatriate employees
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 Ensure adherence to
 
 Saudi labour law and corporate governance standards
 
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 Maintain strong legal documentation processes and administrative accuracy
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Requirements
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Saudi-qualified lawyer
 
 (essential)
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 Fluent in Arabic and English
 
 (written and spoken)
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 Strong understanding of the
 
 Saudi legal and regulatory landscape
 
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 Experience with Employment law (Qiwa)
 
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 Regulatory compliance
 
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 Corporate/commercial contracts
 
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 Government processes (visas, PoA, etc.)
 
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 Excellent
 
 administrative and organisational skills
 
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 Ability to operate in a
 
 fast-paced, high-growth environment
 
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Preferred
 
 
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 Prior experience within
 
 FinTech, AI, or technology-driven environments
 
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 Experience working with
 
 banks or financial institutions
 
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Expats with
 
 significant tenure in Saudi Arabia
 
 and deep local knowledge will also be considered.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Why Apply
 
 
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 Join a
 
 high-growth FinTech / AI company
 
 at the forefront of innovation in the region
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 Flexible working options (
 
 full-time or part-time
 
 )
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 Work closely with leadership and play a key role in scaling operations in Saudi Arabia
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 If you&rsquo;re a
 
 commercially minded Legal Counsel
 
 with strong local expertise and are looking to make an impact in a dynamic tech environment, we&rsquo;d love to hear from you.
 
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Legal Counsel

Carter Murray

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 Carter Murray is proud to be working alongside an
 
 international law firm
 
 based in
 
 Riyadh
 
 who are looking for a Business Development Specialist to join the team.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Summary
 
 
 
 This is a varied role requiring excellent team-working and communication skills as well as the ability to build strong, trusted relationships with senior internal stakeholders and client contacts, and to work collaboratively with brand, marketing, communications, research and business development specialists across our global firm.
 
 
 
 
 
 The Business Development Specialist will have several years of experience of working for a global firm in a fast-paced, professional, and client-focused environment. They may have operated in a specialist team providing support to multiple practice groups, for example Pitching or Content, or they may have been focused on providing broader business development support to a particular practice group or sector.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 The role holder will be responsible for working collaboratively as part of the Global Business Development team to:
 
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 Support the identification and qualification of new business opportunities by conducting research, analyzing market and client data, and preparing background materials for BD initiatives.
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 Assist with client relationship mapping, tracking engagement, and providing insights to help inform client cultivation strategies.
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 Contribute to the preparation and development of client pitches, proposals, and capability statements, ensuring materials are accurate, relevant, and aligned with client needs and firm priorities.
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 Maintain and update pitch-related content, such as deal lists, lawyer bios, and case studies, and ensures consistency across BD outputs.
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 Support the execution of thought leadership and market positioning activities by conducting research on industry trends, competitor activity, and client interests.
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 Assist in the development and distribution of content for rankings, awards, and external events, helping to raise the profile of the practice and its partners.
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 Collaborate with BD managers, coordinators, and other business services teams to gather information, share insights, and support the delivery of integrated BD initiatives.
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 Act as a key resource for data collection, analysis, and reporting, supporting cross-functional projects and process improvements.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Requirements
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent relevant experience; professional certification an advantage where appropriate.
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 Specialist technical expertise in business development disciplines (e.g., research, pitching support, market analysis, CRM, reporting), with strong knowledge of BD tools, methodologies, and best practices.
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 Demonstrated ability to conduct detailed research and analysis, investigate issues, and develop practical solutions within defined scope and guidance.
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 Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills, ensuring accuracy and consistency in BD outputs.
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 Good understanding of how BD activities support practice group and firm objectives, and how BD collaborates with other business services.
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 Clear and effective communication skills, enabling collaboration with BD colleagues and accurate information sharing with stakeholders as required.
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 Ability to manage workload effectively, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively in a team-based, fast-paced environment.
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 </ul>
 
 
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Business Development Specialist

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