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Asia Plastic & Packaging

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 About The Opportunity
 
 
 
 The Legal Adviser at Asia Plastic will be responsible for providing expert legal guidance to safeguard the company&rsquo;s interests, ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and support the business in achieving its objectives. This role requires strong knowledge of corporate, commercial, labor, and industrial laws relevant to the plastics and manufacturing sector in Saudi Arabia and internationally.
 
 
 Role &amp; Responsibilities
 
 
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 Corporate &amp; Commercial Law
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 Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and MoUs with suppliers, clients, and partners.
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 Provide legal advice on business transactions, joint ventures, and investment opportunities.
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 Ensure compliance with corporate governance and regulatory requirements.
 
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 Regulatory Compliance
 
 
 
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 Monitor changes in laws, regulations, and government policies affecting the plastics and manufacturing industry.
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 Liaise with regulatory bodies, chambers of commerce, and legal authorities on behalf of the company.
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 Ensure timely submission of legal filings, licenses, and company registrations.
 
 
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 Dispute Resolution
 
 
 
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 Manage litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution cases.
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 Coordinate with external law firms when necessary, ensuring cost-effective and favorable outcomes.
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 Provide preventive legal strategies to minimize legal risks.
 
 
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 Employment &amp; Labor Law
 
 
 
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 Advise HR on employment contracts, disciplinary actions, and labor disputes.
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 Ensure compliance with Saudi labor laws and international employment standards where applicable.
 
 
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 Intellectual Property &amp; Compliance
 
 
 
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 Protect the company&rsquo;s intellectual property, including trademarks, patents, and trade secrets.
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 Advise on compliance with environmental, safety, and industrial regulations specific to the plastics sector.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Skills &amp; Qualifications
 
 
 
 Must-Have
 
 
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 LLB or equivalent law degree with eligibility to advise/operate in Saudi Arabia (in-house license or recognized Gulf qualification).
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 Minimum 3 years PQE in commercial/corporate law &mdash;preferably in manufacturing, supply chain, or FMCG&mdash; with strong contract drafting and negotiation experience.
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 Solid knowledge of Saudi Companies Law, Labor Law, regulatory compliance and proven ability to manage external counsel and litigation/arbitration matters.
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 Fluent Arabic and English (written and spoken) with excellent drafting skills in both languages.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Preferred
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLB / LLM).
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 Licensed to practice law in Saudi Arabia (preferred).
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 Minimum 5&ndash;8 years of professional experience, ideally within manufacturing, industrial, or corporate sectors.
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 Strong understanding of Saudi Company Law, commercial contracts, and industrial compliance.
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 Excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
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 Proficiency in Arabic and English (spoken and written).
 
 
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 </ul>
 Benefits &amp; Culture Highlights
 
 
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 On-site role with competitive compensation, full benefits and support for work visa/relocation as applicable.
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 Exposure to regional commercial operations and opportunities for professional development and CPD support.
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 Collaborative, fast-paced manufacturing environment with direct access to senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
 
 
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 Keywords:
 
 Legal Counsel, Legal Adviser, in-house counsel, commercial contracts, Saudi law, corporate governance, compliance, dispute resolution, arbitration, manufacturing legal.
 
 
 Skills: arbitration,corporate governance,dispute resolution,regulations,compliance
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Legal Adviser

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>

Senior Legal Counsel

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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
 
 
 
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 Deliver and assist in delivering legal advice and assistance in all practice areas of MENA including corporate and litigation
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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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 Degree in law (graduate, paralegal, associate level) or lawyer qualified to practice law in KSA
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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
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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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 Ideally, you will also have
 
 
 
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 People management and development experience
 
 
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 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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 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

Lucid Motors Middle East

<div>
 
 Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility
 
 
 
 At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.
 
 
 We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design &ndash; where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.
 
 
 Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we&rsquo;re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.
 
 
 
 Background
 
 
 
 Lucid Motors is looking for an experienced commercial attorney with a demonstrated capability to support our commercial teams in KSA and the wider Middle East. The successful candidate will report into the Head of Legal responsible for these markets and be based in our regional headquarters in Riyadh.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Serve as a subject matter expert on commercial agreements and provide practical, timely counsel, including drafting and negotiating, in support of the Sales and Marketing teams.
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 Support and collaborate with the Consumer Finance, Sales, and Marketing teams (in North America, EU, or Middle East) to negotiate and draft partnership agreements and drafting terms and conditions of campaigns.
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 Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and key legislative changes.
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 Proactively identify and support process improvements within the legal team to help optimize and drive excellent and efficient legal support.
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 Provide legal support to work streams and processes relating to the rollout and maintenance of corporate policies, trainings, and compliance programs.
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 Engage and manage outside counsel as necessary.
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 Other legal work as assigned.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
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 Juris Doctor and membership in good standing in at least one state bar.
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 Five (5) or more years of legal experience, minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in commercial legal roles either in a law firm or multinational corporation.
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 Strong analytical skills and oral and written communication skills.
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 Fluency in English and Arabic.
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 Ability to communicate complex legal analysis and requirements to all layers in the business.
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 Ability to work creatively and collaboratively to evaluate and provide practical solutions to novel legal issues.
 
 
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 </ul>
 By Submitting your application, you understand and agree that your personal data will be processed in accordance with our Candidate Privacy Notice. If you are a California resident, please refer to our California Candidate Privacy Notice.
 
 
 
 To all recruitment agencies
 
 :
 
 Lucid Motors
 
 does not
 
 accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other Lucid Motors employees. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
 
</div>

Commercial Counsel

Taylor Root

<div>
 
 
 Legal Director, Professional Services, Riyadh
 
 
 
 
 
 
 It&rsquo;s common knowledge that Saudi&rsquo;s economy is growing and diversifying at the moment, but what if you could join a company at the heart of supporting that ambition?
 
 
 
 
 
 Our client is a global leader in professional services, supporting Saudi government services across a wide variety of projects covering employment, training, healthcare and social governance.
 
 
 
 
 
 This is an extremely good opportunity for an ambitious lawyer who wants to join a multinational standard environment, with deep KSA expertise, and be well rewarded for your efforts.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 So why this role in particular?
 
 
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 Building opportunity
 
 - currently without a dedicated on the ground lawyer, this will be their first hire in KSA.
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 Multi-national thinking
 
 &ndash; join a global corporate.
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 Added value
 
 &ndash; this role truly supports KSA economic growth.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 What you&rsquo;ll be doing:
 
 
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 Essentially a corporate and commercial role, but as is normal in-house, anything can come up.
 </li>
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 Taking a control of contracts and contract management, in drafting, negotiating and executing.
 </li>
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 Handling compliance and risk management issues, as well as corporate governance and disputes.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Who you&rsquo;ll likely need to be in order to succeed:
 
 
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 It&rsquo;s essential that you have fluent, business level Arabic, and you need to be a KSA national.
 </li>
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 As a Director level position, you&rsquo;ll likely need at least 10+ years of post qualified experience as a lawyer.
 </li>
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 The legal skill set is general corporate and commercial, additional experience across compliance, employment and regulatory is helpful.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Job number: 022025-282049
 
 
 
 
 
 Note that the job advertised here represents just a selection of all the in-house roles we have running across the Middle East, Turkey and Africa region from our hub office in Dubai.
 
 
 
 
 
 To have a full overview of all the international roles available right now, please visit our constantly updated website www.taylorroot.com
 
</div>

Legal Director, Professional Services, Riyadh

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.
 
 
 
 </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>

KPMG

<div>
 
 We are looking for a seasoned, bilingual legal professional to join KPMG Middle East as
 
 Deputy Head of Corporate &amp; Regulatory Legal
 
 . This role supports strategic legal matters across corporate structuring, compliance, licensing, contracts, and governance across multiple jurisdictions. The candidate should have strong regulatory knowledge, experience engaging with authorities across the region, and the ability to manage risk and advise senior leadership.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 Corporate Legal:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Oversee legal matters for multiple entities; ensure compliance with local laws and KPMG global governance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise on entity formation, restructuring, and inter-firm agreements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support leadership and board-level legal needs.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Regulatory Compliance:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Liaise with regulators and manage licensing, registration, and renewals.
 </li>
 <li>
 Interpret and advise on new regulations (AML, audit laws, data privacy).
 </li>
 <li>
 Support regulatory inspections and ensure readiness.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Dispute &amp; Litigation:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead legal dispute resolution, investigations, and regulatory enforcement matters.
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage external counsel on key cases.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Employment Legal:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Advise on employment issues: contracts, disciplinary actions, investigations, and terminations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure labor law compliance across jurisdictions.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Commercial Contracts:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Support drafting/review of contracts and large-scale client engagements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with business development and implement standard templates.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Strategic Leadership:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Advise the General Counsel on legal risk and strategic matters.
 </li>
 <li>
 Represent Legal on cross-functional committees.
 </li>
 <li>
 Mentor legal staff and drive efficiency and digital transformation.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Requirements:
 
 
 
 
 Education:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s in Law from a recognized university.
 </li>
 <li>
 Qualified in at least one jurisdiction with active bar membership.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Experience:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 15+ years post-qualification, with international law firm and in-house experience in regulated sectors (ideally professional or financial services).
 </li>
 <li>
 Fluent in Arabic and English, with strong legal drafting skills in both languages.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Skills &amp; Attributes:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Collaborative, proactive, and adaptable with strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experienced in building and managing legal teams.
 </li>
 <li>
 Tech-savvy and open to legal innovation (AI tools, e-signature systems, etc.).
 </li>
 <li>
 Familiar with international legal standards (e.g., IESBA, ISQM).
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Deputy Head of Corporate & Regulatory Legal

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