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Delta Executive Search

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 Background:
 
 
 
 Our client, a leading institutional investor with one of the largest and most diversified portfolios in the GCC, is seeking to appoint a
 
 General Counsel
 
 to lead its legal function, based in
 
 Riyadh
 
 . Reporting directly to the CEO, this is a senior executive position with broad responsibility for all legal matters related to the company&rsquo;s investment transactions, operations, and governance.
 
 
 
 
 
 Operating at the forefront of the Kingdom&rsquo;s long-term economic transformation, the organisation plays a pivotal role in both Saudi and international markets, with exposure across public and private asset classes. The General Counsel will serve as a trusted advisor to the Board and executive leadership, oversee internal and external counsel, and ensure robust compliance across jurisdictions.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
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 Lead all legal aspects of complex investment transactions including M&amp;A, joint ventures, fund formation, and structured finance.
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 Act as the principal legal advisor to the Board, CEO, CIOs, and Committees on corporate, investment, governance, and regulatory matters.
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 Negotiate and coordinate with international and local law firms to ensure high-quality legal support across diverse sectors and jurisdictions.
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 Ensure robust governance, compliance, and control frameworks that support high-velocity investment execution.
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 Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant Saudi, GCC, and international laws and regulatory developments.
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 Build and mentor a high-performing legal team and foster a culture of commercial awareness and legal excellence.
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 Support key strategic partnerships with sovereign funds, corporates, and financial institutions both locally and globally.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Ideal Candidate Profile:
 
 
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 Strong expertise in cross-border M&amp;A, corporate finance, private equity, and public equity structures.
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 Currently serving as General Counsel, Chief Legal Officer, or Head of Legal at a major investment institution, sovereign fund, or financial group (this role is not a developmental step-up).
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 At least 10+ years of legal experience, including time at a leading international law firm or in-house within a fund, asset manager, or capital arm of a bank.
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 Qualified lawyer in a recognized jurisdiction (e.g., Saudi Arabia, UK, US, Canada, etc.); Saudi legal accreditation preferred.
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 Experience spanning both international and Saudi legal frameworks, with deep familiarity with CMA, SAMA, and MISA. Direct transactional experience in Saudi Arabia is essential.
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 Fluent in Arabic and English, with the ability to operate seamlessly in both legal and business contexts.
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 A track record of leadership in respected institutions with evidence of stability and long-term value creation
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 </ul>
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General Counsel (Chief Legal Officer), Sovereign Institutional Investor - Riyadh

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 At EY, we&rsquo;re all in to shape your future with confidence.
 
 
 We&rsquo;ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.
 
 
 Join EY and help to build a better working world
 
 
 
 The Opportunity
 
 
 
 As a large, sophisticated professional services organization, everything we do comes down to having the right people with the right skills in the right place. As a Legal Associate, you&rsquo;ll support us in making it happen. The General Counsel Office, the in-house legal function of this large Professional Services Organization is dedicated to the provision of world class in-house legal services to the organization&rsquo;s service lines and regions.
 
 
 The GCO Associate will report to a MENA Legal Counsel and support the organization&rsquo;s member firms in MENA. The MENA region includes Saudi Arabia (KSA), UAE, Egypt, Bahrain, Qatar, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon and Palestine. You&rsquo;ll be part of the region&rsquo;s legal team and is expected to provide services to the business across the region. This role will be based in Riyadh, KSA.
 
 
 This is a role for a law degree graduate with up to 4 post qualification experience. Experience with domestic and international clients is a plus.
 
 
 
 Your Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Deliver and assist in delivering legal advice and assistance in all practice areas of MENA including corporate and litigation
 </li>
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 Draft and participate in commercial contracts negotiations with clients and service providers and elevate legal risks to management
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 Act as trusted advisor and develop relationships with all relevant business stakeholders and team
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 Support legal function and team and promote the teamwork &amp; cross-support working between the organization&rsquo;s in-house counsels within MENA and globally
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 Advise, draft and negotiating negotiate various legal related aspects of client matters including contracts, master service agreements and tenders
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 Assist in reviewing, amending and implementing changes to policies, procedures and standard documentation in light of legal developments
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Skills And Attributes For Success
 
 
 
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 Unquestioned ethics, integrity and adherence to strict confidentiality
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 Pragmatic with strong business acumen
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 Demonstrates a positive and enthusiastic attitude
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 High level of self-confidence and energy
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 High level of intellectual agility, initiative, self-motivation, resourcefulness, and patience
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 To qualify you must have
 
 
 
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 <li>
 Degree in law (graduate, paralegal, associate level) or lawyer qualified to practice law in KSA
 </li>
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 Up to 3 years of post-qualification legal experience, preferably with a multi-national corporation or an international law firm in KSA
 </li>
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 Attention to detail in all aspects
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 Excellent command of written and spoken English and Arabic
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 Developed commercial awareness with an outcome orientated approach
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 Ability to apply legal principles pragmatically and learn how to evaluate and negotiate contracts
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 Strong personal communication skills
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 Effective planning and organising skills to prioritise key areas of responsibility, tasks and projects
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 The ability to keep calm in a crisis and to cope well with conflicting deadlines
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 Negotiation skills
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 Strong teaming spirit with solid commitment to professionalism and flexibility in approach
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Ideally, you will also have
 
 
 
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 People management and development experience
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 What We Look For
 
 
 
 We are looking for people who can combine, great listening skills, collaboration, influencing and commercial acumen. Being able thrive in an ever changing, diverse, multi-cultural environment where we expect exceptional quality and show passion for your work will set you up for success.
 
 
 
 What Working For EY Offers
 
 
 
 We offer a competitive compensation package where you&rsquo;ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. We also offer:
 
 
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 Exposure to some of the greatest colleagues and clients in the industry
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 Support, feedback and coaching in a culture that values operational excellence
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 Career potential to grow both within the MENA region and globally
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 A culture that will encourage you to grow you skills and strengths for your own betterment as well as that or EY
 
 
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 </ul>
 Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
 
 
 To help create the best experience during the recruitment process, please describe any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need.
 
 
 
 EY
 
 | Building a better working world
 
 
 EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.
 
 
 Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.
 
 
 EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.
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EY MENA General Counsel Office - Legal Associate - Riyadh

Pearson

<div>
 
 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.
 </li>
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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.
 </li>
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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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 </ul>
 
 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.
 </li>
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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.
 </li>
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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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 <li>
 Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
 </li>
 <li>
 Fluency in English and Arabic (written and spoken) is required.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Experience &amp; Qualification
 
 
 
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 <li>
 A law degree or equivalent legal qualification from a reputable university. Licence to practice law in a relevant jurisdiction.
 </li>
 <li>
 At least 8&ndash;10 years of experience as a legal professional.
 </li>
 <li>
 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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 <li>
 In-house counsel experience required. Law firm training and experience of working across several jurisdictions highly preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 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.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 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:
 
 General Attorney
 
 
 
 Job Family:
 
 LEGAL
 
 
 
 Organization:
 
 Corporate Legal
 
 
 
 Schedule:
 
 FULL_TIME
 
 
 
 Workplace Type
 
 
 
 
 Req ID:
 
 18321
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Director General Attorney

Parsons Corporation

<div>
 In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!
 
 
 When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We&rsquo;ve got what you&rsquo;re looking for.
 
 
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 Parsons is seeking a highly skilled and experienced
 
 Senior Legal Counsel
 
 to join our team in Riyadh.
 
 
 The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 12 years of experience working with international law firms or as in-house counsel for multinational companies. This role requires a strong background in reviewing tenders, advising on risks, negotiating contracts, managing disputes, overseeing external counsel, and ensuring compliance with corporate governance standards.
 
 
 
 What You'll Be Doing;
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Review and analyze tender documents to identify legal and contractual risks, and provide strategic advice to mitigate them.
 </li>
 <li>
 Negotiate and draft complex contracts, agreements, and other legal documents to ensure alignment with company policies and objectives.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide legal advice and support to internal stakeholders on a wide range of legal and regulatory matters.
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage disputes, including overseeing litigation and arbitration processes, and liaising with external counsel as needed.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure compliance with corporate governance requirements and advise on best practices.
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor changes in laws and regulations that may impact the company&rsquo;s operations and provide proactive guidance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business objectives while minimizing legal risks.
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 What Required Skills You'll Bring;
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 A law degree from a recognized university and admission to practice law in a relevant jurisdiction.
 </li>
 <li>
 A minimum of 12 years of post-qualification experience, with a combination of experience in international law firms and in-house roles for multinational companies.
 </li>
 <li>
 GCC Experience
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven expertise in contract negotiation, risk assessment, and dispute resolution.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong understanding of corporate governance principles and regulatory compliance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in the engineering, construction, or infrastructure sectors is a plus.
 </li>
 <li>
 Arabic language is a plus.
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.
 
 
 We truly invest and care about our employee&rsquo;s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest&mdash;APPLY TODAY!
 
 
 Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
</div>

Senior Legal Counsel

Parsons

<div>In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!
When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We&rsquo;ve got what you&rsquo;re looking for.
Job Description:
Parsons is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join our team in Riyadh.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 12 years of experience working with international law firms or as in-house counsel for multinational companies. This role requires a strong background in reviewing tenders, advising on risks, negotiating contracts, managing disputes, overseeing external counsel, and ensuring compliance with corporate governance standards.
What You'll Be Doing;
<ul><li>Review and analyze tender documents to identify legal and contractual risks, and provide strategic advice to mitigate them.
</li><li>Negotiate and draft complex contracts, agreements, and other legal documents to ensure alignment with company policies and objectives.
</li><li>Provide legal advice and support to internal stakeholders on a wide range of legal and regulatory matters.
</li><li>Manage disputes, including overseeing litigation and arbitration processes, and liaising with external counsel as needed.
</li><li>Ensure compliance with corporate governance requirements and advise on best practices.
</li><li>Monitor changes in laws and regulations that may impact the company&rsquo;s operations and provide proactive guidance.
</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business objectives while minimizing legal risks.
</li></ul>What Required Skills You'll Bring;
<ul><li>A law degree from a recognized university and admission to practice law in a relevant jurisdiction.
</li><li>A minimum of 12 years of post-qualification experience, with a combination of experience in international law firms and in-house roles for multinational companies.
</li><li>GCC Experience
</li><li>Proven expertise in contract negotiation, risk assessment, and dispute resolution.
</li><li>Strong understanding of corporate governance principles and regulatory compliance.
</li><li>Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
</li><li>Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
</li><li>Experience in the engineering, construction, or infrastructure sectors is a plus.
</li><li>Arabic language is a plus.
</li></ul>Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.
We truly invest and care about our employee&rsquo;s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest&mdash;APPLY TODAY!
Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/ .</div>

Jameson Legal

<div>
 
 
 Senior Tax Counsel, Energy Sector- Saudi Arabia
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Jameson Legal has been mandated to find an experienced lawyer to join our globally renowned client as a Senior Tax Counsel in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Our client is respected as a market leader with an impressive worldwide presence. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced lawyer to become part of an elite in-house legal department.
 
 
 
 
 
 As the organisations in-house tax team is busier than ever, due to the company's exponential growth the team is now seeking a tax attorney with a minimum of six years experience. This experience should have come from US law firms, the Big 4, or the in-house tax department of multinational corporations. The successful candidate will need to have an adept understanding of the intricacies of tax regulations.
 
 
 
 
 
 In addition to providing extensive support and strategic legal counsel to internal stakeholders, this function entails analysis, opinion preparation, tax-efficient project structuring, and management team consultation on complex legal and tax matters.
 
 
 
 
 
 Location: Saudi Arabia
 
 
 Remuneration: Competitive salary commensurate with experience + comprehensive benefits package
 
 
 
 
 
 While prior experience within Saudi Arabia or the broader Gulf region is not obligatory, it would be highly regarded.
 
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