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corporate 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

Corporate Lawyer (Riyadh)

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

CMS MENA

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 We invite applications from exceptional candidates for the position of Senior Associate (6+PQE) within our Corporate practice in Saudi Arabia.
 
 
 
 About The Role
 
 
 
 This role presents a great opportunity to join a growing team with an extensive track record of delivering top-tier legal services to a varied and prestigious client base. The team handles a wide variety of work involving corporate, commercial and competition law matters including incorporating legal entities, joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions, commercial agency, distribution and franchising, commercial contracts as well as corporate restructurings and liquidations. A broad range of sectors are covered including the advertising and media, education, healthcare, trade, transport and logistic sectors.
 
 
 As part of our team, the chosen candidate will have the benefit of a supportive and collaborative environment in which to develop their expertise, refine their strategic thinking, and cultivate lasting professional relationships. In addition, joining us provides exposure to a broad array of sophisticated legal mandates from both Saudi-based and international clients, enabling the successful applicant to enhance their skillset and accelerate the development of their career in one of the fastest growing legal markets across the globe.
 
 
 
 About You
 
 
 
 We will invest in your ongoing training and development to support your professional goals and help you to thrive in your role from day one. The successful candidate will be driven by excellence, possess a deep commitment to professional development, thrive in a team environment, and demonstrate an ambition that matches the firm&rsquo;s own dedication to growth and innovation.
 
 
 The ideal individual will have outstanding academic credentials and proven experience (6+PQE) in a firm well regarded for providing corporate law services. A robust grasp of company law principles, combined with keen analytical ability, top level work ethic and meticulous attention to detail, is vital. M&amp;A, Capital Markets and IPO experience will all be beneficial to the role.
 
 
 The successful candidate should exhibit readiness to advise on complex transactions, delivering creative, pragmatic, and commercially astute solutions. Furthermore, the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships, coupled with a desire to forge new client connections and develop a broad practice, will be essential attributes for success within this role.
 
 
 We foster a culture of mutual respect within the firm, and we are committed to ensuring that our people have every opportunity to excel. We offer a highly competitive remuneration package, along with exceptional prospects for career advancement, supporting those who strive for excellence in all facets of professional life. If you are an ambitious, motivated, and high-calibre lawyer seeking a position that will challenge, incentivise, and reward you, this is an outstanding chance to become an integral part of our team.
 
 
 We are looking to appoint a Saudi/ GCC national to this role.
 
 
 
 What&rsquo;s in it for you?
 
 
 
 As a future facing firm, we take a bold, dynamic and agile approach to help clients of every size face the future with confidence. We empower and support our people to realise their ambitions through access to high quality, interesting and engaging work alongside a competitive package.
 
 
 Please note that we have a preferred agency panel in place. Only applications submitted via the portal at the point of instruction will be accepted.
 
 
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Corporate Senior Associate - Riyadh

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

Pearson

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 About The Role
 
 
 
 We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced senior lawyer to join our dynamic legal team. Reporting to the Senior Director, the Legal Director - MENAT will play a crucial role in overseeing and managing Pearson&rsquo;s affairs within the MENAT region and will be responsible for providing expert advice and support on a wide range of legal and compliance matters. The Legal Director - MENAT will work closely with senior management and other internal stakeholders to manage legal risk, protect Pearson&rsquo;s interests and support strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience of working internationally, and particular experience and a deep understanding of the MENAT region&rsquo;s legal and cultural landscape. Whilst the main focus of the role will be the MENAT region, the Legal Director - MENAT will also support on a broader scope of work (including across the wider EMEA region) as required.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 An overview of the roles scope and focus:
 
 
 
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 Legal Advisory: Act as a trusted advisor and provide high-quality, accurate and timely legal advice to senior management and key stakeholders on a diverse range of legal and strategic matters, including contracts, commercial matters, corporate governance, intellectual property, product launches, partnerships and market expansions.
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 Commercial contracts: Draft, negotiate and proactively manage complex commercial arrangements whilst ensuring compliance with applicable laws and best practices. You will have broad experience of drafting and negotiating a variety of commercial contracts, including vendor agreements, sales and distribution agreements, marketing agreements and other legal documents, and supporting on government tenders.
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 Risk management: Ensure compliance with local, regional, and international laws, including proactively monitoring developments in laws, regulations, industry trends and best practices, and providing training and advice to business teams on the same. Identify and assess legal risks across business operations and offer proactive advice and mitigation strategies to manage risk.
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 Specialist legal support &ndash; Provide specialist legal support (including data privacy, disputes, IPR, labour law, marketing and advertising rules) to local business teams (such as HR, tax, finance and marketing) as required and work collaboratively with Pearson subject-matter experts where necessary.
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 Compliance: Partner with Pearson&rsquo;s Global Compliance Office and act as Local Compliance officer for the MENAT region, including by providing training (on topics such as anti-bribery and corruption, sanctions and anti-trust) and supporting the implementation of Pearson policies.
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 Corporate governance: Act as a local governance representative for Pearson companies in the MENAT region. Ensure the company&rsquo;s corporate governance practices are aligned with regional regulations, best practices, and internal policies.
 
 
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 What We Are Looking For
 
 
 
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 Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail and a proactive approach to managing risk and advising the business.
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 Ability to handle multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
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 Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop relationships through the organisation and influence and collaborate effectively with a broad range of teams.
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 Strong communication and negotiation skills with the ability to clearly explain complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
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 Strong leadership skills, ethical standards and professional integrity. Sets high standards of performance for self and others and demonstrates composure and resilience under difficult and challenging circumstances.
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 Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
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 Fluency in English and Arabic (written and spoken) is required.
 
 
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 Experience &amp; Qualification
 
 
 
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 A law degree or equivalent legal qualification from a reputable university. Licence to practice law in a relevant jurisdiction.
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 At least 8&ndash;10 years of experience as a legal professional.
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 Experience of operating internationally, including particular experience and knowledge of the MENAT region and its legal systems, regulations and ways of working.
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 In-house counsel experience required. Law firm training and experience of working across several jurisdictions highly preferred.
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 Demonstrated experience of the areas listed, including supporting complex commercial arrangements, and advising senior business stakeholders on a broad range of legal and compliance matters in the MENAT region.
 
 
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 Who We Are
 
 
 
 At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson.
 
 
 Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
 
 
 If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com.
 
 
 
 Job:
 
 Legal
 
 
 
 Job Family:
 
 ENTERPRISE
 
 
 
 Organization:
 
 Corporate Legal
 
 
 
 Schedule:
 
 FULL_TIME
 
 
 
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 Req ID:
 
 21445
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