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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
 <ul>
<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

Johnson Controls Arabia

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 The regional legal and compliance department of
 
 Johnson Controls Arabia
 
 (&ldquo;JCA&rdquo;) is looking for a
 
 Regional Senior Corporate &amp; Compliance Lawyer
 
 to join its team. The legal and compliance department is responsible for legal and compliance support of the activities of JCA &amp; its subsidiaries across Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Lebanon, Bahrain, Oman &amp; Yemen (&ldquo;region&rdquo;). You will be part of a highly motivated and professional team that is focused on delivering high-quality legal services that enables JCA&rsquo;s growth.
 
 
 
 
 
 The position will be based in Jeddah, KSA and will act as the legal representatives of JCA and its subsidiaries in the region. He/She will supervise on a wide range of legal matters, ensuring that JCA&rsquo;s business operations are aligned with both local laws and international best practices. You will collaborate with a great variety of stakeholders (both internally and externally).
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Commercial Contracts:
 
 
 
 &bull; Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of Bilingual contracts, such as sales agreements, service contracts, turnkey agreements, supplier agreements, and partnership arrangements.
 
 
 &bull; Provide legal guidance to various business departments (sales, procurement, marketing, etc.) on contract terms, obligations, and risks.
 
 
 &bull; Ensure contracts comply with local and international laws, regulations, and JCA&rsquo;s internal policies.
 
 
 
 Compliance:
 
 
 
 &bull; Monitor and advise on legal and regulatory changes in Saudi Arabia and other jurisdictions affecting JCA 's operations, ensuring the company is compliant with laws and industry regulations.
 
 
 &bull; Assist in implementing and managing internal compliance programs to ensure adherence to local and global standards.
 
 
 &bull; Provide compliance training and support to internal teams regarding compliance issues.
 
 
 
 Litigation and Dispute Resolution:
 
 
 
 &bull; Draft Memos, attend court hearings and will be the legal representative of the JCA in front of all Saudi Courts.
 
 
 &bull; Manage and oversee any legal disputes and litigation matters, working closely with external legal firms as needed.
 
 
 &bull; Report to relevant stakeholders on dispute status and cooperate to agree on the strategy and the best course of action to resolve disputes efficiently and cost-effectively.
 
 
 &bull; Where required for providing legal support, attend meetings with government authorities, regulatory bodies, and other external parties.
 
 
 
 Legal Advice and Risk Management:
 
 
 
 &bull; Provide proactive legal advice on a range of matters, helping business units assess and mitigate legal risks.
 
 
 &bull; Work with business leaders to resolve legal issues promptly and effectively, protecting the company&rsquo;s interests while fostering business growth.
 
 
 &bull; Assist in the preparation of internal policies and procedures to manage legal risks.
 
 
 &bull; Capture of relevant legislation to the business activities of JCA in the region and correct interpretation of such legislation.
 
 
 
 Cross-functional Collaboration:
 
 
 
 &bull; Collaborate with other functions such as finance, procurement, sales and operations to support the business in the region.
 
 
 &bull; Work closely with the members of JCA&rsquo;s legal &amp; Compliance team to ensure consistency in legal practices and alignment with JCA&rsquo;s policies.
 
 
 
 Job Requirements:
 
 
 
 
 Experience &amp; Knowledge:
 
 
 
 &bull; Minimum 6 years relevant experience in an international and multicultural environment, preferably in an industrial and/or contracting environment or a reputable law firm.
 
 
 &bull; Strong knowledge and proven experience in litigation, corporate &amp; labor matters as well as legal advising .
 
 
 &bull; Ability to work independently and have potential to raise legal service to the next level.
 
 
 
 Education:
 
 
 
 &bull; Law Graduate, LLM will be a plus.
 
 
 
 Skills:
 
 
 
 &bull; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both spoken and written in English and Arabic.
 
 
 &bull; Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
 
 
 &bull; Familiar with standard Microsoft tools such as Excel, Power point and Word.
 
 
 
 Personality Attributes:
 
 
 
 &bull; Analytical skills
 
 
 &bull; Dedicated team player
 
 
 &bull; Flexible
 
 
 &bull; Pro-active and business minded
 
 
 &bull; High integrity
 
 
 &bull; Ability to deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines
 
 
 &bull; Durability
 
 
 &bull; Resilience
 
 
 
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Regional Senior Corporate & Compliance Lawyer

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

ASMO

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 ASMO is a groundbreaking joint venture between DHL and Saudi Aramco. Inheriting DHL&rsquo;s logistics excellence and Saudi Aramco&rsquo;s extensive supply chain ecosystem, we are here to set a new benchmark and redefine the procurement and supply chain landscape, enabling growth.
 
 
 ASMO aims to be operational in 2025 and provide reliable end-to-end integrated procurement and supply chain services for companies across the industrial, energy, chemical, and petrochemical sectors. Our focus customers in the short term will be Saudi Aramco and its Affiliates. In the long term, all the industrial sectors within Saudi Arabia aim to reach the MENA region.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Objective:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsible for coordinating with various departments within the company to ensure compliance with legal provisions and providing expert legal advice to minimize and effectively manage legal risk exposure. Played a crucial role in supporting the company in corporate, commercial, HR, contracting, governance, litigation, and all legal matters.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 General Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Support in executing the Legal Department&rsquo;s long-term strategic plan in alignment with the corporate strategies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Report to the General Counsel on the progress of activities against the annual business plans, opportunities, challenges and issues faced, mitigations taken, etc., as required, to make an informed decision.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the execution of the Legal Department's long-term strategic plan in alignment with the company's overall strategy.
 </li>
 <li>
 Report regularly to the General Counsel on the progress of legal activities, highlighting key opportunities, challenges, and mitigation actions taken.
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrate a deep understanding of the terms and conditions of various contracts used by the company, particularly those relating to procurement and supply chain.
 </li>
 <li>
 Perform thorough pre-contract activities, including drafting and reviewing the terms and conditions of contracts and agreements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Draft clear and comprehensive policies and procedures, seeking sign-off from the General Counsel where necessary.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure effective legal representation in all legal proceedings involving the company.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prioritize and address any reported breaches occurring during the contracting process.
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct root cause analysis of identified breaches in the contracting process and other legal matters.
 </li>
 <li>
 Stay up-to-date with all regulatory and local law updates or changes that may affect the company's operations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Analyze the potential impacts of new regulations on the company's operations and advise management accordingly.
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct extensive legal research and provide sound legal advice based on research findings and interpretation of local laws.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to develop standardized agreements and templates.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide valuable input and guidance during the implementation of human resources policies and procedures, ensuring full compliance with KSA labor law and the company's internal policies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support in developing and implementing the Legal Departmental policies, systems, processes, and procedures to ensure operational excellence.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support in ensuring compliance with ASMO&rsquo;s standards and regulatory requirements that are aligned with business needs to increase operational effectiveness.
 </li>
 <li>
 Present regular and ad-hoc management reports related to the function, provide recommendations to the General Counsel on new opportunities, highlight critical issues and challenges, and provide strategic insight to ensure effective decision-making.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 A qualified Saudi lawyer with at least 11 years of post-qualification experience in corporate, contracts, HR, governance, and commercial matters.
 </li>
 <li>
 Legal experience in procurement or logistics sectors is preferred but not necessary.
 </li>
 <li>
 In-depth knowledge of Saudi Arabian laws and regulations, specifically those governing corporations, contracts, employment, and commerce.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to interpret complex legal documents.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to prioritize tasks, handle multiple assignments simultaneously, and meet tight deadlines while maintaining high levels of accuracy and quality.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
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Sr. Corporate and Commercial Legal Manager

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.
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Act as lead lawyer on strategic data center projects globally, from early development through construction and operation.
 </li>
 <li>
 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.
 </li>
 <li>
 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
 </li>
 <li>
 Support corporate development initiatives (e.g. acquisitions, disposals, platform investments) from term sheet through closing.
 </li>
 <li>
 Draft, review and negotiate complex commercial contracts, including customer agreements, service level agreements, hyperscaler / enterprise contracts, vendor and EPC contracts, and framework / master agreements.
 </li>
 <li>
 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.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure that all project documentation appropriately allocates and mitigates construction, performance, availability, technology, and regulatory risks.
 </li>
 <li>
 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).
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise on corporate governance structures for project companies and JV entities, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations and internal policies.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Experience &amp; Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Master&rsquo;s degree in Law
 </li>
 <li>
 Admission to practice law in at least one major common law or civil law jurisdiction.
 </li>
 <li>
 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
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven track record of leading complex, cross-border project and financing transactions from term sheet to closing.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience working on data center, digital infrastructure or telecoms facilities is a strong advantage.
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrated experience managing external counsel and leading multidisciplinary deal teams.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prior experience mentoring or managing junior lawyers and contributing to team strategy, with clear potential to step into leadership roles.
 </li>
 <li>
 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.
 </li>
 <li>
 Deep understanding of Project contracts (GTCs/Colo agreements/offtake contracts/EPCM/O&amp;M, MSAs, connectivity, cooling &amp; power related agreements.
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

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